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aircraft pilot
Description
Description
Aircraft pilots control and navigate aircraft. They operate the mechanical and electrical systems of the aircraft and transport people, mail and freight.
Alternative Labels
aeroplane captain
aeroplane pilot
aircraft captain
aircraft first officer
aircraft pilot
aircraft second officer
cargoplane first officer
cargoplane pilot
helicopter chief pilot
helicopter pilot
Relationships
Essential Skills and Competences
apply signalling control procedures
comply with air traffic control operations
ensure compliance with civil aviation regulations
ensure ongoing compliance with regulations
have spatial awareness
implement airside safety procedures
operate cockpit control panels
operate radar equipment
operate radio equipment
operate radio navigation instruments
operate two-way radio systems
perform take off and landing
read 3D displays
read maps
undertake procedures to meet aircraft flight requirements
use different communication channels
Essential Knowledge
Optional Skills and Competences
act reliably
adapt to changing situations
address aircraft mechanical issues
analyse work-related written reports
apply air force procedures
apply airport standards and regulations
apply company policies
apply military aviation regulations
apply transportation management concepts
balance transportation cargo
be friendly to passengers
carry out navigational calculations
communicate in air traffic services
communicate with customers
comply with checklists
create a flight plan
deal with challenging work conditions
ensure aircraft compliance with regulation
ensure compliance with types of weapons
ensure public safety and security
ensure smooth on board operations
execute flight plans
exert a goal-oriented leadership role towards colleagues
follow airport safety procedures
follow ethical code of conduct in transport services
follow verbal instructions
give instructions to staff
handle customer complaints
handle stressful situations
have computer literacy
identify airport safety hazards
identify security threats
inspect aircraft
interpret visual literacy
keep task records
listen actively
maintain relationship with customers
make independent operating decisions
manage financial risk
organise aircraft maintenance
patrol areas
perform flight manoeuvres
perform risk analysis
perform routine flight operations checks
perform search and rescue missions
prepare transportation routes
respond to changing navigation circumstances
respond to customers' inquiries
run preventive simulations
supervise crew
tolerate stress
undertake procedures to meet helicopter flight requirements
undertake procedures to meet requirements for flying aircraft heavier than 5,700 kg
use meteorological information
work in an aviation team
write work-related reports
Concept URI
Status
released