2541-11 Aircraft Pilot
Flies aircraft to transport passengers, mail and freight or provide agricultural, aviation and aerial surveillance services.
Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is commensurate with an AQF Diploma or higher qualification and a prescribed minimum amount of flying experience in addition to the formal qualification. Registration or licensing is required.
Tasks Include:
- prepares and submits flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather conditions and aircraft performance
- flies aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures
- examines flight plans noting the availability of navigational aids and other operational facilities
- examines number of passengers and quantity of freight to be moved, location of pick-up and destinations, assesses fuel requirements, and arranges supply
- examines maintenance releases and conducts inspections to ensure aircraft are mechanically sound, maintenance has been performed and that all equipment is operational
- signs necessary certificates and maintains official records of flight
- briefs crew on flight details and coordinates crew activities
- monitors information from instruments and other sources to keep aircraft on track and flying safely
- obtains briefings and clearances before flights and maintains contact with air traffic or flight control during flights
Specialisations:
Helicopter Pilot
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