AVIY0088 — Operate helicopter on solo navigation flights

1 Conduct operational communication using an aeronautical radio

• 1.1Effective communication is maintained with others on operational matters
• 1.2Communication is conducted effectively in unfamiliar, stressful or non-standard situations
• 1.3Phonetic alphabet is applied
• 1.4Numbers are transmitted
• 1.5Transmissions are made using standard aviation phraseology
• 1.6Plain English is used effectively when standard phraseology is inadequate
• 1.7Relevant responses are received to transmissions
• 1.8Transmissions are responded to and correct action taken
• 1.9Communication errors and misunderstandings are recognised and managed effectively
• 1.10Clarification is sought in the time available if a message is unclear or uncertainty exists
• 1.11A variety of regional accents are understood and respected
• 1.12Communication is effectively conducted in unexpected, stressful or non-standard situations using standard phraseology or plain English

2 Maintain effective lookout

• 2.1Traffic separation is maintained using a systematic visual scan technique at a rate determined by traffic density, visibility and terrain
• 2.2Radio listening watch is maintained, and transmissions interpreted to determine traffic location and intentions
• 2.3Airspace-cleared procedures are performed before commencing any manoeuvre

3 Maintain situational awareness

• 3.1All aircraft systems are monitored using a systematic scan technique
• 3.2Information is collected to facilitate ongoing system management
• 3.3Flight environment is monitored for deviations from planned operations
• 3.4Flight environment information is collected to update planned operations

4 Assess situations and make decisions

• 4.1Problems are identified
• 4.2Problems are analysed
• 4.3Solutions are identified
• 4.4Solutions and risks are assessed
• 4.5A course of action is decided on
• 4.6Plans of action are communicated as appropriate
• 4.7Tasks are allocated for action as appropriate
• 4.8Actions are taken to achieve optimum outcomes for the operation
• 4.9Progress is monitored against plan
• 4.10Plan is re-evaluated to achieve optimum outcomes

5 Recognise and manage threats

• 5.1Relevant environmental or operational threats are identified that are likely to affect the safety of the flight
• 5.2Competing priorities and demands that may represent a threat to the safety of the flight are identified
• 5.3Countermeasures to manage threats are developed and implemented
• 5.4Flight progress is monitored and assessed to ensure a safe outcome, or actions are modified when a safe outcome is not assured

6 Prepare documents and flight plan

• 6.1Relevant navigation charts are selected and prepared for the intended flight
• 6.2A suitable route and altitude are selected considering weather, terrain, airspace, Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) and alternate landing areas
• 6.3Meteorological forecasts, NOTAMs and operational information applicable to the planned flight are obtained and interpreted
• 6.4Planned flight is determined if it can be conducted under the applicable flight rules and taking account of the beginning and end of daylight times
• 6.5Except for the Restricted Pilot’s Licence navigation endorsement and the Private Pilot License, critical point (CP) and point of no return (PNR) locations are calculated and documented
• 6.6A flight plan to the planned destination and alternates are completed
• 6.7Suitable flight notification for search and rescue (SAR) purposes are lodged

7 Conduct pre-flight actions and procedures

• 7.1All required pre-flight administration documentation is completed
• 7.2Information contained in the required pre-flight operational documentation is obtained, interpreted and applied
• 7.3Special aerodrome procedures are identified
• 7.4All relevant radio and navigation aid facilities to be used during the flight are identified as applicable
• 7.5The suitability of the current and forecast weather conditions for the proposed flight is determined
• 7.6Weight and balance, in-ground and out-of-ground effect hover performance (rotorcraft only), take-off and landing performance, and fuel requirements are calculated based on environmental and operational conditions using the aircraft documents
• 7.7Aircraft serviceability is determined for the proposed flight

8 Comply with airspace procedures while navigating

• 8.1Airspace restrictions and dimensions applicable to the flight are identified
• 8.2Air traffic clearances are obtained and complied with, as applicable
• 8.3Airspace procedures applicable to the airspace classification are complied with throughout the flight

9 Conduct departure procedures

• 9.1Cockpit is organised to ensure charts, documentation and navigational calculator are accessible from the control seat
• 9.2All departure procedures, clearances and noise abatement requirements are complied with
• 9.3Planned track on departure is established within 5 nautical miles (nm) of airfield or alternative procedure applied, if required
• 9.4Estimated time of arrival (ETA) for first waypoint is calculated

10 Navigate aircraft en route

• 10.1A navigation cycle is maintained that ensures accurate tracking, and track correctional techniques are applied to re-establish track prior to waypoint or destination
• 10.2Heading to achieve a nominated track is maintained
• 10.3ETAs (±2 minutes) for waypoint or destination is maintained and revised
• 10.4Track is maintained in accordance with published flight path tolerances in controlled airspace
• 10.5Navigation is performed using accepted map-reading techniques
• 10.6Navigation and fuel log is maintained to monitor tracking, ETAs and fuel status
• 10.7Appropriate techniques are used to obtain a positive fix at suitable intervals
• 10.8Awareness of route, en route terrain, en route and destination weather is maintained, and changing weather conditions are reacted to correctly
• 10.9Pre-descent and turning point checks are performed
• 10.10Appropriate radio communication is maintained and listening watch with Air Traffic Service and other aircraft conducted if radio is fitted and used
• 10.11Aircraft is configured as required for environmental and operational conditions including turbulence, holding and maximum range
• 10.12Awareness of search and rescue times (SARTIME) is maintained and revised as required
• 10.13Aircraft systems are monitored, fuel and engine are managed to ensure aircraft is operated to achieve flight plan objectives

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