ISO 23665:2023

Unmanned aircraft systems - Training for personnel involved in UAS operations

This document describes the procedures for training personnel who will be involved in the operation of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This document defines: a) knowledge, skill, attitude and qualification criteria that are needed for UAS pilots and training organizations that provide training to UAS remote pilots and other personnel involved in UAS operations; b) training curriculum and contents for specific learning courses; c) qualification and confirmation criteria for the training organizations; d) general procedures for providing training of UAS personnel; the requirements for a specific course as described in Annex A can be more restrictive in some cases.

Aéronefs sans pilote — Formation du personnel impliqué dans l'exploitation d'UAS

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 07-Sep-2023
• ICS: 03.100.30 - Management of human resources
• ICS: 49.020 - Aircraft and space vehicles in general
• Technical Committee: ISO/TC 20/SC 16 - Unmanned aircraft systems
• Drafting Committee: ISO/TC 20/SC 16 - Unmanned aircraft systems
• Current Stage: 9092 - International Standard to be revised
• Start Date: 27-Nov-2023
• Completion Date: 13-Dec-2025

Relations

• Revises: ISO 23665:2021 - Unmanned aircraft systems - Training for personnel involved in UAS operations
• Effective Date: 06-Jun-2022

Overview - What ISO 23665:2023 covers

ISO 23665:2023, "Unmanned aircraft systems - Training for personnel involved in UAS operations," specifies requirements and procedures for training people who operate or support unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The standard defines the knowledge, skills, attitudes and qualification criteria for remote pilots and other UAS personnel, sets out curriculum content for defined courses (notably VLOS pilot courses in Annex A), and establishes qualification, documentation and operational requirements for training organizations.

Key technical topics and requirements

• Training organization responsibilities
  • Designated roles for training & assessment and for safety.
  • Display of accreditation certificate (where applicable).
  • Retention of trainee records (minimum 7 years).
• Staff documentation & currency
  • Maintain staff identity, qualifications and duties; proof of qualifications updated at least every 2 years.
• Training curriculum and course content
  • Course-specific curricula (Annex A) for VLOS remote pilot-in-command and added low-risk VLOS operation pilot courses.
  • Annex A may include more restrictive requirements for particular courses.
• Theory and practical (flight) training
  • Theory delivery via classroom, online, VR or apps provided trainees can demonstrate mastery.
  • Flight training requires designated safe training airspace, consideration of third-party risk and conflict mitigation.
  • Use of simulators permitted where appropriate.
• Instructor and resource requirements
  • Instructors must be competent to deliver courses as specified.
  • Training organizations must provide teaching aids, facilities and appropriate equipment.
• Safety, emergency and records procedures
  • First-aid, communications to emergency services and means to contact ATC.
  • Introductory material to trainees covering course scope, prerequisites, assessments, insurance and legal aspects.

Practical applications - Who uses ISO 23665

• Training organizations developing and delivering UAS pilot and crew courses to align with international best practice.
• UAS operators ensuring personnel meet consistent competency standards for safe operations.
• Regulators and national aviation authorities referencing qualification criteria when assessing training approvals.
• Employers and contractors that hire remote pilots for inspection, surveying, agriculture, filming, security and delivery operations.
• Curriculum developers and instructors who need to design compliant theory and flight training modules (including simulators and VLOS courses).

Related standards

• ISO 21384-3:2019 - Unmanned aircraft systems - Part 3: Operational procedures
• ISO 21384-4 - Unmanned aircraft systems - Part 4: Vocabulary
• ISO 21895 - Categorization and classification of civil unmanned aircraft systems

Keywords: ISO 23665, UAS training, unmanned aircraft systems, remote pilot training, VLOS, training organization accreditation, UAS curriculum, flight training, instructor requirements.

Standards Content (Sample)

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 23665
Second edition
2023-09
Unmanned aircraft systems —
Training for personnel involved in UAS
operations
Aéronefs sans pilote — Formation du personnel impliqué dans
l'exploitation d'UAS
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Abbreviated terms . 2
5 Training organization .3
5.1 Responsibilities . 3
5.2 Documentation for staff members . 3
5.3 Display of certificate . 3
5.4 Records . 3
5.5 Emergency procedures and equipment. 4
5.6 Introductory information . 4
6 Training resources .4
6.1 Teaching aids . 4
6.2 Instructor requirements . . 5
6.3 Theoretical training . 5
6.3.1 Theory knowledge delivery methods . 5
6.3.2 Theory presentations . 5
6.4 Flight training . 5
6.4.1 Training environment . 5
6.4.2 Training aircraft . 5
6.4.3 Simulators . 5
6.4.4 Risk management . 6
7 Training content delivery .6
8 Final qualification . 6
9 Evaluation protocols .6
Annex A (normative) VLOS UAS pilot courses. 7
Bibliography .42
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This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 23665:2021), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— addition of normative references;
— addition of training requirements for low-risk VLOS operation pilot courses;
— changes to Annex A: transfer of training requirements from continuous text to table format to
accommodate the requirements for the training curriculum for both the VLOS UAS r-PIC course and
the newly added low-risk VLOS operation pilot course.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
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Introduction
Unmanned aircraft (UA) have been rapidly increased in number, application and type within recent
decades. UA are commonly utilized for filming, agricultural spraying, inspection, security activities and
are expected to be also employed for transportation.
However, the required knowledge, attitude and skill levels for personnel who are involved in unmanned
aircraft system (UAS) operations need to be clearly defined. When unskilled persons operate a UA,
the risk of a serious accident will increase. Discrepancies in qualification criteria among countries or
organizations will also prevent the international exchange of workers and aircraft.
This document helps to ensure that personnel who are involved in UAS operations receive appropriate
education and obtain essential knowledge and skill. Training organizations and individuals qualified
according to this document will be internationally recognized. It will enhance the international
operation of UAS, enable personal exchange, and encourage international trade.
The main body of this document defines the procedures for the operation of a training organization,
which is the entity that delivers training to UAS remote pilots. The requirements for a specific course
(VLOS UAS remote pilot-in-command) are in Annex A. It is envisioned that further courses will be
defined later and that these will be added as additional annexes in the future.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 23665:2023(E)
Unmanned aircraft systems — Training for personnel
involved in UAS operations
1 Scope
This document describes the procedures for training personnel who will be involved in the operation of
unmanned aircraft systems (UAS).
This document defines:
a) knowledge, skill, attitude and qualification criteria that are needed for UAS pilots and training
organizations that provide training to UAS remote pilots and other personnel involved in UAS
operations;
b) training curriculum and contents for specific learning courses;
c) qualification and confirmation criteria for the training organizations;
d) general procedures for providing training of UAS personnel; the requirements for a specific course
as described in Annex A can be more restrictive in some cases.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 21384-3:2019, Unmanned aircraft systems — Part 3: Operational procedures
ISO 21384-4, Unmanned aircraft systems — Part 4: Vocabulary
ISO 21895, Categorization and classification of civil unmanned aircraft systems
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO 21384-4 and the following
apply.
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3.1
national aviation authority
government statutory authority in each country that oversees the approval and regulation of civil
aviation
3.2
visual observer
remote crew member who, by visual observation of the remotely piloted aircraft, assists the remote
pilot (3.3) in the safe conduct of the flight
3.3
remote pilot
person charged by the operator with duties essential to the operation of an unmanned aircraft and who
manipulates the flight controls, as appropriate, during flight time
Note 1 to entry: The definition is adapted from Reference [5].
3.4
visual line-of-sight operation
VLOS
operation in which the remote pilot (3.3) or unmanned aircraft observer maintains direct unaided
visual contact with the unmanned aircraft system
Note 1 to entry: The definition is adapted from Reference [4].
4 Abbreviated terms
AGL above ground level
ATC air traffic control
ATS air traffic service
ATZ aerodrome traffic zone
Baro-VNAV barometric-vertical navigation
BVLOS beyond visual line-of-sight
CRM crew resource management
CTR control zone
EVLOS extended visual line-of-sight
FIR flight information region
GNSS global navigation satellite system
GPS global positioning system
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization
IFR instrument flight rules
NOTAM notice to airmen
SD card secure digital card
TEM threat and error management
VFR visual flight rules
5 Training organization
5.1 Responsibilities
The training organization shall designate each different person who will be responsible for at least each
of the following areas:
a) training and assessment;
b) safety.
5.2 Documentation for staff members
The training organization shall maintain, at least, the following documentation for all staff members
delivering training services:
a) name, address and date of birth;
b) training/qualification, experience;
c) duties assigned to the individual staff member.
The service provider shall have documentary evidence that all staff members hold relevant and current
qualifications for their duties. Proof of qualifications shall be updated at least every two years and made
available to the clients upon request.
5.3 Display of certificate
The training organization shall display a current certificate of accreditation (where applicable) showing
that it meets the requirements of this document in a position visible to members of the public entering
the premises.
5.4 Records
The training organization shall retain, at least, the following records of trainee training and certification
in paper or electric format for a minimum of 7 years:
a) trainee name;
b) trainee address;
c) trainee email address;
d) trainee telephone number;
e) trainee date of birth;
f) course(s) taken;
g) pass or fail and date;
h) instructor details.
The training organization should follow the general protocols for data management outlined in
ISO 15489-1 as far as possible.
5.5 Emergency procedures and equipment
For all locations where UAS are to be operated, the training organization shall ensure the availability of
the following:
a) a first aid kit suitable for the planned activities;
b) a communication system suitable for alerting emergency services;
c) firefighting equipment;
d) identification of an evacuation location for personnel;
e) a means for contacting the appropriate air traffic control (ATC), e.g. telephone, radio.
5.6 Introductory information
The training organization shall provide the following information to trainees:
a) conditions regarding the responsibilities of each party related to commencement, delivery and
termination of the service;
b) consequences for the training organization and the trainee should either party choose to cancel the
service;
c) prerequisites and any qualification requirements to obtain the service (e.g. prerequisite
certifications);
d) equipment requirements;
e) costs;
f) insurance requirements;
g) any legislation and legal requirements relevant to the specific kind of service;
h) limitations of eventual qualification;
i) scope of the training course;
j) course procedures;
k) means and methods for assessment and criteria for successful completion;
l) that records of their personal data will be kept for 7 years, and that these records may be passed on
to a central training authority or national aviation authority;
m) specification of duration, matters and contents delivered in the course;
n) specification of language or languages of the course delivery.
6 Training resources
6.1 Teaching aids
The training organization shall provide the necessary resources for training such as instructors, trainee
reference materials, facility equipment.
6.2 Instructor requirements
Instructors shall be competent to deliver the training in accordance with the specific requirements
detailed in Annex A.
6.3 Theoretical training
6.3.1 Theory knowledge delivery methods
Required theory knowledge can be introduced using instructor-delivered sessions, via internet, virtual
reality, applications or any similar mechanisms if the trainee can subsequently prove mastery of the
required information.
6.3.2 Theory presentations
In the case that theory teaching is conducted by training organization instructor-delivered sessions,
it shall be conducted in an environment such as a dedicated classroom that is free from significant
distractions to learning. This shall provide trainees with sufficient working facilities and training aids
(e.g. writing surfaces, reference materials, computers, visual or audio materials) to ensure that trainees
are able to understand the information being presented.
6.4 Flight training
6.4.1 Training environment
Where the training organization provides flight training, it shall secure an appropriate flight training
airspace. The training environment shall be suitably designated and equipped for trainees. The airspace
shall be designated as a reserved airspace for training, if possible.
The training organization shall ensure the training environment is appropriate and safe, including
taking reasonable steps to consider such factors as:
a) potential conflict with other aircraft;
b) risk to third parties, including to members of the public;
c) ensuring the area is cleared of any unnecessary hazards to trainees, instructors and other
personnel involved in the training operations.
Electromagnetic interference including from other communications and sources in the environment
(e.g. other emitter, power lines) should be prevented as far as can be reasonably achieved.
NOTE Applicable radio interference assessment methods are described in Reference [2] and Reference [3].
6.4.2 Training aircraft
The training organization shall provide appropriate unmanned aircraft of an appropriate kind, number
and quality for the training courses being offered to trainees to ensure all trainees have sufficient
experience and airtime with the necessary aircraft types. Dual control systems for training aircraft
may be beneficial in some circumstances and may be used when appropriate.
6.4.3 Simulators
The training organization should use training simulators wherever possible and appropriate,
particularly when demonstrating serious emergency actions.
6.4.4 Risk management
The training organization shall ensure that a risk assessment is conducted before each flight training
activity and shall adopt procedures to ensure that all risks are controlled as far as is reasonably
possible. All relevant factors shall be considered as part of this assessment including the capability of
trainees, the weather conditions, likely air traffic movement and the available equipment.
7 Training content delivery
The training organization shall provide training covering the theoretical knowledge and practical skills
as defined in Annex A. The quality and effectiveness of the training content shall be evaluated and
maintained periodically.
Before a qualification is issued to a trainee, the training organization shall assess the trainee's
knowledge and practical competence to ensure all the required competencies defined in this document
have been met.
The training organization should meet the general requirements for learning services described in
ISO 29993:2017, Clause 12 “Assessment of learning” and Clause 13 “Monitoring and evaluation of the
learning service”, as far as possible.
8 Final qualification
The training organization shall issue diplomas, or other means of recognition, to certify when trainees
have met the requisite knowledge and practical skills as defined in Annex A. The diplomas shall include
the following data:
a) trainee name;
b) serial number of the diploma, given by the training organization issuing the diploma:
c) course name and version information;
d) UAS classification/category covered by course;
e) issue date;
f) expiration date (where applicable);
g) training organization name;
h) qualifying instructor’s name;
i) any special endorsements, e.g. including night operations.
9 Evaluation protocols
Trainees shall be evaluated in their theoretical and practical skills to demonstrate their competency
according to this document before being issued with any qualification.
Prior to final evaluation, trainees shall either complete all the training described in Annex A or, in the
case of experienced but unqualified UAS pilots, demonstrate equivalent existing abilities.
Annex A
(normative)
VLOS UAS pilot courses
A.1 Overview
This annex specifies requirements for UAS pilot training programs and the competencies that a training
organization is expected to deliver to a trainee to achieve a VLOS UAS pilot certification who can act
as remote pilot-in-command and as pilot of low-risk operation using VTOL UA in VLOS operations
respectively. The trainee shall be trained to be able to operate a following VTOL UA according to
ISO 21895.
Their qualification shall state the grades of UA they can operate:
a) remote pilot-in-command: grade 2, 3 or 4;
b) low-risk VLOS operation pilot: grade 1.
This document specifies two stages of pilot training:
— theory knowledge (see A.4);
— practical skills (see A.5).
A.2 Competencies
A trainee who successfully completes the training course that satisfies the requirements of this
document shall be able to act as the roles indicated in the Table A.1 of an unmanned aircraft that is
operated within their visual line-of-sight. If the training course is for a specific category or class of UA,
this shall be specified.
Table A.1 — A.2 Competencies
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
r-PIC
Achieved roles for a trainee who completes the raining course Pilot
(remote PIC)
A.3 Fitness to act as remote pilot-in-command
In order to operate the UAS in a safe manner, the trainee shall not have any health issues that are likely
to impede their control of the aircraft. In particular, the trainee shall be able to do the items in Table A.2.
Table A.2 — Fitness to act as remote pilot-in-command
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) be able to clearly see with naked eyes or corrected vision the aircraft at
all times and be able to judge its orientation at any distance at which it is X X
likely to be operated;
b) be able to identify any other air users or obstructions that can pose a
X X
collision risk for the UA;
c) be able to correctly interpret all safety critical data displayed on the UAS
X
controller display unit;
d) be able to hear sufficiently to be aware of the approach of other aircraft or
X
to be warned verbally of a safety concern;
e) not have any known condition that could cause sudden loss of
X
consciousness or concentration;
f) be able to handle the remote-control station and to manipulate the
X
equipment installed therein;
g) be able to communicate with other crew members, operators and
X X
stakeholders.
In the event that a trainee has a condition or disability that prevents them from
meeting one or more of these requirements, it can be possible to achieve a safe
working protocol by using a visual observer, back-up remote PIC or other ad- X
ditional crew member, in which case a risk assessment shall be carried out to
ensure that such a protocol is safe and effective.
A.4 Theory knowledge
A.4.1 Air law/responsibilities
A.4.1.1 Terminology
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the relevant
air law and regulatory terminology.
A.4.1.2 Legislation
A.4.1.2.1 Relevant articles and definitions
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of:
a) the legal framework that governs airspace in the regulatory environment or jurisdiction of
operation;
b) the legal articles or regulation relevant to UA flight in that jurisdiction.
A.4.1.2.2 Rules of the air
A.4.1.2.2.1 General
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the rules of
the air relevant to UAS operation.
A.4.1.2.2.2 Avoidance of collisions ("see and avoid")
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of:
a) the PIC’s responsibility for "see and avoid" and how this relates to avoidance of collisions with
manned/unmanned aircraft;
b) the procedures aircraft should follow in a collision or conflict situation according to the information
provided by the manufacturer.
A.4.2 UAS guidance or implementing rules issued in the jurisdiction of operation
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of:
a) guidance and/or implementing rules and their relationship with regulation;
b) details of mass categories;
c) details of categories of operation;
d) restrictions applicable in different operating environments or standardized risk-based scenarios.
A.4.3 Incident and accident reporting
A.4.3.1 General
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.3.
Table A.3 — Incident and accident reporting curriculum
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) the definition of "accident" as regards aviation; X X
b) the definition of "incident" as regards aviation; X X
c) the responsibility of the PIC as regards reporting incidents and accidents; X X
d) ensuring personnel can report incidents and aircraft proximity situations
X X
without fear of reprisals;
e) the relevant agencies for different types of reports; X X
f) the time limits on reporting; X
g) the mechanisms for reporting; X X
h) the types of reportable incidents and accidents; X X
i) the concepts of "hazard" and "risk". X
A.4.3.2 Aircraft proximity reporting
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.4.
Table A.4 — Aircraft proximity reporting
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) the definition of an aircraft proximity situation (airprox); X
b) the reporting process for aircraft proximity incidents if relevant (e.g.
according to ICAO requirements in the country where the incident X X
occurred).
A.4.3.3 Investigation handling/assistance
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of how to
assist agencies with any investigation as regards presentation of logs, records and documentation.
A.4.4 Insurance
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the need for
insurance and be able to reference any specific national requirements or international recommendations
relevant to UAS operations.
A.4.5 UAS airspace operating principles
A.4.5.1 Flight information region (FIR)
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the relevance
of the items in Table A.5 with respect to UAS.
Table A.5 — Flight information region (FIR)
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) overall airspace designations; X X
b) airspace sovereignty; X X
c) International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) definitions; X X
d) national or host nation definitions. X
A.4.5.2 Airspace classifications
A.4.5.2.1 General
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.6.
Table A.6 — Airspace classifications
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) airspace structure and limits; X X
b) difference between controlled and noncontrolled airspace; X X
c) classes of airspace; X X
d) airspace restrictions; X X
e) vertical extent of airspace from the ground to the cloud base; X
TTabablele A A.66 ((ccoonnttiinnueuedd))
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
f) 3D nature of airspace; X X
g) IFR and VFR rules; IFR, VFR VFR
h) ATS units. X X
A.4.5.2.2 Differing considerations
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.7.
Table A.7 — Differing considerations
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) operating restrictions in different classes of airspace; X
b) likely traffic considerations for the UAS pilot to be concerned about; X X
c) responsibility of other visual flight rules (VFR) traffic. X
A.4.5.2.3 Controlled airspace
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.8.
Table A.8 — Controlled airspace
low-risk
VLOS UAS VLOS oper-
Training curriculum
r-PIC course ation pilot
course
a) how airspace responsible body is assigned; X X
b) when authorization from air traffic control is required and/or appropriate
X X
for specific airspace types.
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate under-

standing of the key features of the following airspace types.
a) Aerodrome traffic zone (ATZ): X X
1) factors to be considered when operating in liaison with airspace
X X
owners;
2) typical or likely traffic flow or operations close to airfields; X X
3) how to recognize ATZs on airspace charts. X X
b) Control zone (CTR): X X
1) how to act in high-traffic areas; X X
2) likely traffic flow in high-traffic areas; X
3) how to recognize CTR zones on airspace charts. X X
c) Gliding/parachuting/ultra-light sites: X
1) how to integrate with VFR traffic according to local protocols; X
2) UAS handling in uncontrolled airspace, traffic flow and yielding; X
3) the importance of a good look-out given that gliders, parachutes and
X
ultra-light emit minimal sound.
A.4.6 Airspace reservations
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.9.
Table A.9 — Airspace reservations
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) the definitions, avoidance criteria and risks associated with danger areas
X X
and where to find information on them;
b) the definition of prohibited areas, their meaning for UAS pilots and where
X X
to find information on them;
c) the definition of restricted areas, their meaning for UAS pilots and where
X X
to find information on them;
d) when temporary airspace reservations can be applied, their purpose and
X
interpretation;
e) the significance of special activities (e.g. parachute jumps, aerobatic
X
flights).
A.4.7 Obtaining information/approvals
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.10.
Table A.10 — Obtaining information/approvals
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) the interpretation and use of the aeronautical information publication
X
(AIP) of the country where the flight will be operated;
b) the purpose, interpretation and use of aeronautical information circulars
X
(AICs) of the country where the flight will be operated;
c) notices to airmen (NOTAMs):
1) how to obtain and interpret NOTAMs; X
2) how to request the addition of information regarding a UAS flight
X
plan into a NOTAM;
d) chart interpretation:
1) how to interpret aeronautical charts; X
2) how to interpret surface maps; X
3) how charts and maps are amended; X
e) when it is appropriate to contact other parties and the information

needed, for example (but not limited to):
1) air traffic control (ATC); X X
2) national aviation authority; X X
3) police; X X
4) landowner; X X
5) neighbouring property owners; X X
6) bystanders. X X
A.4.8 UAS operations
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.11.
Table A.11 — UAS operations
low-risk VLOS
VLOS UAS
Training curriculum operation
r-PIC course
pilot course
a) the meaning of each of these terms and their operating limitations: X
1) visual line of sight (VLOS); X X
2) extended visual line-of-sight (EVLOS); X
3) beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS); X X
4) other terms, for example, VFR, as defined in ISO 21384-4; X
b) how segregated airspace is established and managed. X
A.4.9 Airmanship and aviation safety
A.4.9.1 Good airmanship principles
A.4.9.1.1 General
A sound acquaintance with the principles of flight, the ability to operate an aircraft with competence
and precision both on the ground and in the air, and the exercise of sound judgment that results in
optimal operational safety and efficiency.
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.12.
Table A.12 — General requirement of good airmanship
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a) how airmanship is a range of skills, knowledge and disciplines and is not
X X
limited to the motor skills of flying an aircraft;
b) how airmanship principles can contribute to aviation safety and risk
X X
management in the unmanned aircraft environment;
c) how to put into practice good airmanship principles in real operational
X X
situations;
d) how concepts such as threat and error management (TEM) and crew
X
resource management (CRM) can form a part of good airmanship.
A.4.9.1.2 Aircraft safe to operate
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.13.
Table A.13 — Aircraft safe to operate
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a) the requirement to conduct appropriate maintenance checks on the
X X
aircraft;
b) the requirement to develop a maintenance schedule to ensure the aircraft
X
is properly maintained and safe to operate;
c) the appropriate action when an aircraft requires repairs or maintenance; X X
d) the recording of maintenance and repairs; X X
e) the need to stop the operation if the aircraft is not safe to operate at any
X X
point in the operation (go/no go decision).
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate how to
conduct pre-flight checks to ensure the aircraft is safe to operate and airworthy X X
before each flight.
A.4.9.1.3 Remote pilot fit to operate aircraft
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.14.
Table A.14 — Remote pilot fit to operate aircraft
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a) how remote pilot fitness is a key part of operational safety; X
b) appropriate medical fitness levels for the remote pilot; X
c) self-check of remote pilot medical fitness before each flight and methods
X
of accomplishing this;
d) monitoring of remote pilot fitness. X
A.4.9.1.4 Planning
The training organization shall ensure that the trainee is able to demonstrate the basic principles of the
following:
a) planning and preparation to identify operational hazards, risks and, where appropriate, mitigating
measures to perform the UAS flight successfully;
b) building situational awareness using thorough planning prior to the UAS flight;
c) determining the workload of a particular operation prior to the flight and allocating correct
resources; and
d) conducting effective briefing of normal and emergency actions immediately prior to the flight to
help perform the UAS flight successfully.
A.4.9.1.5 Hazard identification
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to:
a) identify hazards and risks at the planning stage;
b) put into place appropriate mitigating safety measures prior to the UAS flight;
c) use and generate risk assessments at an appropriate level of detail; and
d) continually assess hazards and take appropriate actions throughout the operation as the operating
environment changes.
A.4.9.2 Flight safety
A.4.9.2.1 Avoiding collisions
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.15.
Table A.15 — Hazard identification
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a) maintaining situational awareness of the operating environment so that
collisions with people, vehicles, vessels, structures and any obstacles are X X
avoided;
b) maintaining a good lookout and effective scanning technique for detecting
X
potential conflicts.
A.4.9.2.2 “See and avoid" with respect to manned aircraft
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate the item in Table A.16.
Table A.16 — “See and avoid" with respect to manned aircraft
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how to maintain an effective lookout to avoid unplanned conflicts with other
X
aircraft.
A.4.9.2.3 Perception
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.17.
Table A.17 — Perception
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Distance
a) the operational difficulties with assessing distance with the eye alone; X
b) using onboard sensors or other means to assess distance; X X
c) making effective use of remote flight crew members, e.g. visual observer. X X
Height
a) the operational difficulties with assessing height with the eye alone; X
b) using onboard sensors to assess height; X X
c) making effective use of remote flight crew members. X X
Speed
a) the operational difficulties with assessing speed with the eye alone; X
b) correctly using onboard sensors to assess speed; X X
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c) making effective use of remote flight crew members to determine speed
X X
and rates of closure.
A.4.9.2.4 Awareness
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.18.
Table A.18 — Awareness
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a) maintaining situational awareness and perception of changes in a dynamic
X
operating environment;
b) conducting a safe operation by maintaining a high state of situational
X X
awareness of all aspects of the operating environment;
c) the difficulties in the perception of change in the operating environment; X X
d) the dangers of focusing all attention on one task only; X
e) the concept of confirmation bias; X
f) effective use of remote flight crew members to improve awareness of the
X X
entire team.
A.4.9.2.5 Go/no go decisions
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding that:
a) the remote pilot-in-command has responsibility to determine for when it is safe to operate;
b) the remote pilot-in-command’s assessment of whether to operate or not cannot be overruled;
c) the remote pilot-in-command holds ultimate responsibility for the flight.
A.4.9.3 Remote pilot logbooks
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the item in
Table A.19.
Table A.19 — Remote pilot logbooks
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effective logging of pilot records using traditional or electronic methods. X
A.4.9.4 Overflight of people, crowds and gatherings
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of:
a) the safety case requirements for overflights of people by a UA;
b) any national or other regulatory restrictions for overflight of people;
c) how to obtain information regarding expected people movement, crowds, gatherings or sensitive
structure and events.
A.4.9.5 Third-party liability
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the
consequences of UAS operations damaging third-party property or injuring persons and the
requirement for insurance.
A.4.10 Human factors
A.4.10.1 Human factors and good airmanship
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.20.
Table A.20 — Human factors and good airmanship
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a) knowledge of human factors and the threats human factors can introduce
X
to an operation;
b) how knowledge of human factors contributes to aviation safety and good
X
airmanship.
A.4.10.2 Medical fitness
A.4.10.2.1 General
The training organization shall ensure the trainee is able to demonstrate understanding of the items in
Table A.21.
Table A.21 — Medical fitness
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a) appropriate medical fitness for the operation; X
b) assessment of medical fitness and record
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