Workplace Activity 1: Observe and Assist with RPAS Flight Operations
Objectives
After completing this workplace activity, learners will be able to:
- Observe workplace RPAS flight operations
- Assist with operational preparation and flight support activities
- Identify operational flight procedures and safety requirements
- Observe communication and telemetry procedures during flight operations
- Record workplace flight operational activities accurately
Workplace Scenario
You are assigned to an RPAS operational team conducting workplace flight missions under different operational conditions. During this activity, you are required to observe a competent RPAS Pilot performing operational flight procedures while assisting with operational preparation, communication support, and safety activities.
You must follow workplace operational procedures, apply aviation safety standards, and record operational observations accurately throughout the activity.
Workplace Instructions
Step 1: Observe Pre-Flight Operational Procedures
Observe the competent RPAS Pilot performing:
- Pre-flight inspections
- Battery verification procedures
- Communication checks
- Telemetry verification
- GPS system preparation
- Environmental and weather assessments
- Airspace verification procedures
Pay close attention to operational safety and aviation compliance procedures.
Step 2: Observe RPAS Flight Operations
Observe the RPAS Pilot performing:
- Take-off procedures
- Hover stabilization
- Controlled flight operations
- Navigation maneuvers
- Communication procedures
- Flight monitoring activities
- Landing procedures
Record operational observations accurately.
Step 3: Assist with Operational Support Activities
Assist with:
- Preparing operational equipment
- Organizing communication systems
- Monitoring operational documentation
- Supporting telemetry monitoring
- Maintaining operational safety zones
Follow workplace procedures throughout the activity.
Step 4: Observe Communication and Telemetry Procedures
Observe how the RPAS Pilot:
- Maintains operational communication
- Monitors telemetry systems
- Verifies signal strength
- Maintains situational awareness
- Responds to operational warnings
Record all operational communication observations carefully.
Step 5: Observe Environmental and Operational Monitoring
Observe how operational conditions are monitored including:
- Weather conditions
- Wind conditions
- Visibility
- Airspace activity
- Operational hazards
- Environmental changes
Identify how operational decisions are made during flight activities.
Step 6: Apply Workplace Safety Procedures
Demonstrate:
- Safe workplace behaviour
- Proper use of PPE
- Safe operational coordination
- Compliance with aviation safety standards
- Correct housekeeping procedures
Step 7: Complete Workplace Documentation
Complete:
- Workplace flight observation checklist
- Operational flight activity logbook
- Communication and telemetry observation report
- Workplace safety compliance report
Expected Workplace Output
Learners must produce:
- A completed workplace flight observation checklist
- An operational flight activity logbook
- A communication and telemetry observation report
- A workplace safety compliance report
Skills Practiced
- Workplace flight observation
- Operational flight awareness
- Communication monitoring
- Telemetry observation
- Aviation safety compliance
- Operational coordination
- Environmental awareness
- Workplace documentation