§ OCCUPATION · GLOBAL STANDARDS

aircraft pilot

Aircraft pilots control and navigate aircraft.

Description

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

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

air transport law geographic areas air traffic control operations visual flight rules civil aviation regulations common aviation safety regulations aircraft flight control systems

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

pre-flight procedures for IFR flights military code airport planning aviation meteorology air force operations freight transport methods military aviation surveillance radars geostationary satellites

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

read 3D displays use different communication channels ensure ongoing compliance with regulations perform take off and landing ensure compliance with civil aviation regulations implement airside safety procedures comply with air traffic control operations operate two-way radio systems read maps apply signalling control procedures undertake procedures to meet aircraft flight requirements operate radio navigation instruments operate radar equipment operate cockpit control panels have spatial awareness operate radio equipment analyse weather forecast

OPTIONALOptional competences

perform routine flight operations checks use meteorological information keep task records follow verbal instructions perform risk analysis handle customer complaints identify airport safety hazards tolerate stress ensure compliance with types of weapons apply company policies patrol areas prepare transportation routes act reliably create a flight plan follow airport safety procedures handle stressful situations in the work place organise aircraft maintenance write work-related reports make independent operating decisions execute flight plans apply air force procedures ensure smooth on board operations undertake procedures to meet helicopter flight requirements undertake procedures to meet requirements for flying aircraft heavier than 5,700 kg communicate with customers ensure public safety and security apply military aviation regulations give instructions to staff maintain relationship with customers run preventive simulations identify security threats inspect aircraft be friendly to passengers perform flight manoeuvres apply transportation management concepts carry out navigational calculations analyse work-related written reports follow ethical code of conduct in transport services comply with checklists balance transportation cargo have computer literacy apply airport standards and regulations adapt to changing situations supervise crew deal with challenging work conditions respond to changing navigation circumstances listen actively address aircraft mechanical issues ensure aircraft compliance with regulation respond to customers' inquiries interpret visual literacy work in an aviation team perform search and rescue missions communicate in air traffic services manage financial risk

Data Source: Unified Global Standards (ISCED, ISCO, O*NET, ESCO)