Undertake procedures to meet requirements for flying aircraft heavier than 5,700 kg

Description

Ensure that operation certificates are valid, validate that take-off mass is a minimum of 5,700 kg, verify that the minimum crew is adequate according to flight needs and regulations, ensure that the configuration settings are correct, and check if the engines are suitable for the flight.

Alternative labels

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Skill type

skill/competence

Skill reusability level

sector-specific

Relationships with occupations

Essential skill

Undertake procedures to meet requirements for flying aircraft heavier than 5,700 kg is an essential skill of the following occupations:

Airline transport pilot: Airline transport pilots fly large aircrafts with a maximum take-off weight of more than 5700 kilograms, to transport passengers, mail, or freight on long or short-haul flights for leisure, business or commercial purposes. They have the overall responsibility for the safe and efficient operation of aircrafts and the safety of crew and passengers.
Co-pilot: Co-pilots are responsible for assisting captains by monitoring the flight instruments, handling radio communications, watching for air traffic, and taking over for the pilot as needed. They adhere to the pilot’s commands, flight plans, and regulations and procedures of aviation national authorities, companies, and airports.

Optional skill

Undertake procedures to meet requirements for flying aircraft heavier than 5,700 kg is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Aircraft pilot: Aircraft pilots control and navigate aircraft. They operate the mechanical and electrical systems of the aircraft and transport people, mail and freight.

 


 

References

  1. Undertake procedures to meet requirements for flying aircraft heavier than 5,700 kg – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022