Workplace Activity 3: Conduct Navigation and Controlled Flight Operations
Objectives
After completing this workplace activity, learners will be able to:
- Conduct controlled RPAS flight operations under workplace conditions
- Apply navigation procedures during operational missions
- Maintain aircraft stability and situational awareness
- Follow planned flight routes and operational limits
- Apply operational communication and safety procedures during navigation activities
Workplace Scenario
You are participating in a workplace RPAS operational mission requiring controlled navigation and maneuvering under the supervision of a competent RPAS Pilot. The mission involves following a planned flight route while maintaining operational safety, stable flight control, and communication procedures according to aviation regulations and workplace operational standards.
You are required to demonstrate safe navigation, controlled maneuvering, and operational awareness throughout the flight activity.
Workplace Instructions
Step 1: Review the Operational Flight Plan
Review and verify:
- Flight route
- Waypoints
- Operational altitude limits
- Airspace restrictions
- Emergency landing zones
- Communication procedures
Ensure all operational planning information is understood before flight operations begin.
Step 2: Conduct Controlled Flight Operations
Under supervision, perform:
- Straight and level flight
- Controlled turns
- Altitude adjustments
- Speed control
- Position stabilization
- Directional maneuvering
Maintain safe and stable aircraft control throughout the activity.
Step 3: Perform Navigation Procedures
Navigate using:
- GPS systems
- Telemetry information
- Visual references
- Operational waypoints
- Flight route planning information
Maintain operational route accuracy and situational awareness.
Step 4: Monitor Aircraft and Environmental Conditions
Continuously monitor:
- Battery levels
- Signal strength
- Telemetry systems
- GPS connectivity
- Weather conditions
- Airspace activity
- Obstacle proximity
Respond appropriately to operational changes and hazards.
Step 5: Apply Communication Procedures During Flight
Maintain communication with:
- Supervising RPAS Pilot
- Operational personnel
- Safety observers
- Airspace coordination personnel where required
Apply operational communication procedures according to workplace standards.
Step 6: Conduct Safe Operational Maneuvers
Demonstrate the ability to:
- Maintain operational flight paths
- Correct flight drift safely
- Adjust altitude and direction accurately
- Avoid operational hazards and restricted areas
Operate within workplace operational limits and aviation regulations.
Step 7: Complete Workplace Documentation
Complete:
- Navigation operations checklist
- Flight route activity log
- Operational flight report
- Workplace operational compliance report
Expected Workplace Output
Learners must produce:
- A completed navigation operations checklist
- A flight route activity log
- An operational flight report
- A workplace operational compliance report
Skills Practiced
- Controlled flight operations
- RPAS navigation procedures
- Waypoint navigation
- Situational awareness
- Communication procedures
- Flight monitoring
- Aviation safety compliance
- Workplace operational documentation