Workplace Activity 1: Observe and Assist with RPAS Flight Planning Procedures
Objectives
After completing this workplace activity, learners will be able to:
- Observe workplace RPAS flight planning procedures
- Assist with operational preparation activities
- Identify payload requirements for different RPAS operations
- Observe operational risk assessment procedures
- Record workplace operational planning activities accurately
Workplace Scenario
You are assigned to an RPAS operations team responsible for planning drone missions within different operational environments such as aerial inspection, mapping, surveillance, and environmental monitoring.
During this workplace activity, you are required to observe a competent RPAS Pilot preparing operational flight plans and assist with operational preparation procedures while following workplace operational and aviation standards.
Workplace Instructions
Step 1: Observe RPAS Flight Planning Procedures
Observe the competent RPAS Pilot performing:
- Mission planning procedures
- Airspace analysis
- Weather assessment
- Risk assessment procedures
- Payload selection
- Operational route planning
Pay close attention to workplace operational standards and safety procedures.
Step 2: Identify Different Payload Requirements
Observe and identify payload systems used for operations such as:
- Cameras
- Mapping sensors
- Monitoring equipment
- Surveillance payloads
- Environmental data collection systems
Record how payload selection affects operational planning.
Step 3: Assist with Operational Preparation
Assist with:
- Organizing operational documentation
- Preparing flight planning materials
- Reviewing weather information
- Verifying operational equipment
- Preparing communication systems
Follow workplace procedures throughout the activity.
Step 4: Observe Risk Assessment Procedures
Observe how the RPAS Pilot:
- Identifies operational hazards
- Assesses airspace risks
- Evaluates environmental conditions
- Identifies emergency landing zones
- Applies operational safety controls
Record operational observations carefully.
Step 5: Observe Operational Documentation Procedures
Observe the preparation of:
- Flight plans
- Risk assessment forms
- Airspace compliance documentation
- Communication plans
- Operational authorization records
Step 6: Apply Workplace Safety and Communication Procedures
Demonstrate:
- Safe workplace behaviour
- Correct operational communication
- Compliance with workplace procedures
- Safe handling of operational equipment
- Proper operational coordination
Step 7: Complete Workplace Documentation
Complete:
- Workplace observation checklist
- Payload identification record
- Operational planning activity logbook
- Workplace safety compliance report
Expected Workplace Output
Learners must produce:
- A completed workplace observation checklist
- A payload identification report
- An operational planning activity logbook
- A workplace safety compliance report
Skills Practiced
- Workplace observation
- Flight planning preparation
- Payload identification
- Operational coordination
- Risk assessment observation
- Workplace communication
- Aviation safety compliance
- Workplace documentation