231111 — Aeroplane Pilot

Flies aeroplanes to transport passengers, mail and freight, or provide agricultural, aerial surveillance or other aviation services. Registration or licensing is required.

• preparing and submitting flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather conditions and aircraft performance
• flying aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures
• providing flight information for flight crews and air traffic services staff
• controlling aircraft movements, and directing aircraft taxiing, take-offs and landings by radio
• providing pre-flight briefings and aeronautical information services
• completing cockpit preparations and external inspections to determine that aircraft are acceptable for flight
• monitoring aircraft performance and reporting on mechanical condition
• giving in-flight instruction, supervising solo flights, accompanying students on training flights and demonstrating techniques for controlling aircraft