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Training Curriculum

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Orlando 

Florida 

FL 32832 

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Table of Contents 

Header	 	 	 	 	 page 1 

Published by	 	 	 	 page 2 

Record of Approval	 	 	 page 3 

Change Summary	 	 	 page 4 

Record of Revisions	 	 	 page 5

Table of Contents	 	 	 page 6 

Purpose	 	 	 	 page 7 

Distribution	 	 	 	 page 7 

Revision Control		 	 	 page 7 

Training Standards	 	 	 page 7 

Authorized Instructors	 	 	 page 7 

Training Records	 	 	 page 8 

Programmed Flight Training	 	 page 8 

Roles and Responsibilities	 	 page 8 

Operator Specific Module	 	 page 9 

UAV Specific Module	 	 	 page 9 

Ground Training objective	 	 page 10 

PIC UAV Flight Training Curriculum page 10

PIC Prerequisites	 	 	 page 10 

VO Prerequisites	 	 	 page 10 

Flight Training Events	 	 	 page 11 

Checking Module	 	 	 page 12 

Reference for Airmen Evaluations		 page 13 - 14 

Practical test Standards	 	 	 page 15 thru 33 

Pilot/Visual observer written test	 	 page 34 

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Purpose 

This manual has been prepared to describe the pilot and visual observer training program of JBI for training 

on all company owned and operated UAV 

Distribution 

This manual or a digital copy will be provided at the following locations and be readily available to JBI 

personnel: 

* Each UAV ground station 

Revision Control 

The chief pilot overseas the creation and revision of JBIs’ controlled documents. Employees may submit 

suggestions and corrections for incorporation into this manual by submitting an email titled document 

change request, or by contacting the manual owner. The chief pilot will save proposed updates for the next 

version and coordinate with the appropriate department for processing. Changes will be summarized in the 

change summary table and indicated throughout the manual by revision bars to the right of the text. Each 

revision will have a revision number and date in the upper right corner of the page. Revisions will be 

consecutively numbered. 

Training Standards 

Pilot in Command (PIC) - will be trained in accordance with the appropriate UAV standards, demonstrating 

mastery of the UAV with successful outcome of each task performed never seriously in doubt. Any task 

selected by the trainer during a practical test shall be evaluated in its entirety. The pilot shall demonstrate 

judgment and ADM, while displaying UAV piloting competency. The ground portion of the practical test must 

be accomplished before the flight portion. 

Authorized Instructors 

Ground training, flight training and the appropriate written, oral, and flight competency / proficiency tests will 

only be administered by a representative from JBI management personnel. 

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Training Records 

Training forms required for specific ground and flight training will be kept and made available to the 

Administrator upon request. 

Programmed Flight Training 

A pilot will complete a flight training curriculum segment by successfully accomplishing each training event 

and the specific number of training hours (3). Pilots are then required to successfully meet the requirements 

specified in the qualifications segment (GOM) If a crew member fails to meet any of the qualification 

requirements because of a lack of proficiency, the crew member must be returned to training status. A JBI 

management recommendation is required after additional training and prior to a recheck. 

Roles and Responsibilities 

JBI personnel operating in the role of check airmen or flight instructors will determine eligibility of a pilot prior 

to beginning training by reviewing the pilot certificate , and medical certificate. Special emphasis will be 

placed upon areas of UAV operation considered critical to flight safety. Among these are positive UA control, 

collision avoidance, use of automation, communication, crew resource management, and other areas 

deemed appropriate to any phase of flight training and the proficiency test. 

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Operator Specific Module 

* Duties and Responsibilities 

* CFRs 

* Operations requirements 

* General Operations Manual 

* Safety 

UAV Specific Module 

* Normal procedures 

* Emergency procedures 

* CFIT 

* Operational Control 

* Aircraft Equipment and Security 

* Weight and Balance 

* GPS 

* Meteorology 

* Planning 

* ATC/ Airspace 

* TFRs 

* Ground Operational Safety 

* UAV logbook 

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Ground Training Objective 

To ensure each pilot/VO achieves an acceptable level of UAV knowledge and procedures in all assigned 

duties. 

Training may be conducted by use of computer or media presentation, written study modules, verbal 

presentations. 

PIC UAV Flight training Curriculum 

PIC Authority 

The pilot in command of an aircraft (inc UAV) is directly responsible for and its final authority as to the 

operation of that aircraft. 

Pilot In Command Prerequisites 

No person may act as PIC JBI UAV for hire operations unless that person: 

* Holds a commercial pilot license and appropriate flight currency 

* Holds a valid FAA class II medical 

* Completes the JBI ground and flight training requirements for the UAV being flown. 

* Complete training within the previous 12 calendar months (ground and flight) 

* Has 200 flight cycles and 25 hours of total time as a UAS rotorcraft/multirotor pilot and at least ten hours 

logged as a UAS pilot with a similar UAS type (single blade or multi rotor) 

* must have accumulated and logged, in a manner consistent with 14 CFR 61.51 (b), a minimum of five 

hours as UAS pilot operating the make and model of UAS to be utilized for operations including three 

take-offs and three landings in the preceding 90 days.

Visual Observer Prerequisites 

The visual observer is critical in maintaining safe UAV operations, they must follow instructions from the PIC 

and make safety the top priority. To act as VO they must: 

* posses good communication skills 

* be at least 18 years of age 

* good character 

* have passed the JBI ground training test. 

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Flight Testing Events 

Failure to perform one UAV maneuver to standard during a flight test will result in an unsatisfactory grade for 

that maneuver and will require retraining of the maneuver and re-testing. Failure to perform a second 

maneuver to standard during a flight test will result in an overall unsatisfactory flight test. The chief pilot or 

senior JBI management personnel may authorize additional training and re-testing. 

1 Preflight procedures 

2 Ground operations 

3 Takeoff and departure maneuvers 

4 In flight maneuvers 

5 Proper use of autopilot (if applicable) 

6 Landings and approach to landings 

7 Air Hazard Avoidance - CFIT, Collision Avoidance 

8 Normal and Abnormal procedures 

9 Emergency procedures 

10 Post Flight procedures 

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Checking Module for UAV

Name __________________________________ Date___________ 

Signature________________________________ 

Administered_____________________________Date___________Signature______________________________

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Events Training Pass Fail Comments

Written/Oral Test

Certificates and Documents (A)

Airworthines requirements (B)

Weather Information (C)

Flight Planning (D)

Airspace (E)

Performance and Limitations (F)

Operation of systems (G)

Aeromedical factors (H)

Preflight Inspection (I)

Ground station management (J)

Engine start/rotor engagement (K)

Before takeoff check (L)

Radio Comms (M)

UAV Traffic patterns (N)

Vertical takeoff/Landing (O)

Slope operations (P)

Hover taxi (Q)

Air taxi (R)

Normal Crosswind Takeoff, Climb (S)

Norm Crosswind Approach (T)

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Reference for the Airmen Evaluations 

Pretest 

1. Airman and Medical Certificates 

	 	 a) Review the airman’s certificate, ATP or Commercial, front and back, to ensure proper 

	 	 aircraft ratings, and class I or II medical certificate to detriment the pilots eligibility to take the 

	 	 flight test. 

2. Three possible outcomes: 

	 	 a) Satisfactory 

	 	 b) Unsatisfactory: 

	 	 	 1. The unsatisfactory part will have to be rectified before the test can commence. 

Oral 

1. The demonstration of aeronautical knowledge consists of a question and answer exchange 

between the person carrying out the test and the pilot. The knowledge which should be tested is 

identified in the applicable Annex, CFRs, and AIM. It is required that the oral portion of the flight test 

precede the flight portion of the test. 

2. The questions asked of a pilot should be clearly stated and have only one correct response. The 

correct response to the question should reflect that the pilot has a clear understanding of the 

subject. Trick questions should be avoided. The correct answers to all questions should be available 

in the regulations, aircraft user guide, or other acceptable sources. 

3. Maintaining an unintimidating atmosphere is important, since it allows the pilot to relax and 

ultimately improves performance. Care should be taken, however, not to conduct “ground school”. If 

questions are consistently missed, or the pilot gives confused or unrelated answers, the examination 

must be ended with an “unsatisfactory” given. 

Preflight Briefing 

1. To ensure the highest degree of safety during flight test, the airmen conducting administering the 

test must conduct a preflight briefing on safety procedures, duties, and responsibilities before each 

flight test. The plan of action prepared for the flight test may be used as the briefing checklist. 

2. The briefing must be given regardless of the airman's previous flying experience. 

3. The briefing must inform all of their respective duties during the flight. This is particularly important 

in situations where several individuals are involved. e.g. FAA inspector etc 

4. The preflight briefing must inform the pilot being evaluated of the guidelines and standards used 

to determine if the pilot has passed or failed the maneuver. 

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Collision avoidance

1. The pilot being tested is to perform duties in such a manner as to prevent collision with terrain, or 

other objects. The person conducting the test will act as VO. 

Flight

Discuss those maneuvers that are applicable to the evaluation being performed in accordance with UAV 

practical test standards listed in the JBI UAV PTS found in the JBI Pilot Training Curriculum 

1. The demonstration of skill is the flight portion of the flight test, in which the pilot demonstrates 

proficiency. 

2. The Pilot training program details specific objectives, tasks, operations, and expected results. If 

the pilot does not meet the standards of performance of any task performed, the associated area of 

operation is failed, and the flight test is unsatisfactory. The pilot must be re-trained and re-evaluated. 

3. An inspector, evaluator, or pilot may discontinue the flight test at any time after the failure of an 

area of operation. If the flight test is discontinued, the pilot shall receive credit for only those areas of 

operation successfully completed. During the re-test and at the discretion of the person 	 	

administering the evaluation, any task may be re-evaluated including those previously passed. 

However, testing pilots on all areas of operation during a re-test is not appropriate. 

Post-flight Debriefing

1. Review the oral and flight evaluation 

	 	 a) strong areas 

	 	 b) areas for improvement 

2. Summarize pilots performance and results of entire evaluation 

3. Complete applicable paperwork 

4. Ask pilot for comments and/or questions 

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JBI UAV Practical Test Standards

JBI has developed this UAV practical test standard to mirror manned aircraft background and testing 

standards as closely as possible. The standards set forth are to be used by JBI personnel conducting 

practical flight tests. 

The suitably qualified JBI senior management person conducting the flight test shall be referred to as 

examiner for ease of understanding. 

I. AREA OF OPERATION: 

A. TASK: CERTIFICATES AND DOCUMENTS 

REFERENCES: AIM/POH/RFM. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge of the elements related to certificates and 

documents by: 

1. Explaining— 

a. UAV pilot privileges, limitations, and recent flight experience requirements. 

b. medical certificate class and duration. 

c. pilot logbook or flight records. 

2. Locating and explaining— 

a. airworthiness and registration certificates. 

b. operating limitations, and 

POH/RFM/USER GUIDE

c. weight and balance data and equipment list.

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B. TASK: AIRWORTHINESS REQUIREMENTS

REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 91; 

Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge of the elements related to airworthiness 

requirements by: 

1. Explaining— 

a. required instruments and equipment, (day VFR only)

b. procedures and limitations for determining airworthiness of the UAV with inoperative instruments and 

equipment without an MEL. 

c. requirements and procedures for obtaining a special flight permit. 

2. Locating and explaining— 

a. airworthiness directives. 

b. compliance records. 

c. maintenance/inspection requirements. 

d. appropriate record keeping. 

C. TASK: WEATHER INFORMATION

REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 91; AC 00-6, AC 00-45, AC 61-84; FAA-H-8083-25; AIM. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to weather information by analyzing weather reports, charts, 

and forecasts from various sources with emphasis on— 

a. METAR, TAF, and FA. 

b. surface analysis chart. 

c. radar summary chart. 

d. winds and temperature aloft chart. 

e. significant weather prognostic charts. 

f. AWOS, ASOS, and ATIS reports. 

2. Makes a competent “go/no-go” decision based on available weather information.

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D. TASK: FLIGHT PLANNING 

REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 91; Navigation Charts; Airport/Facility Directory; FDC NOTAMs; AIM. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to flight planning by presenting and explaining a pre-planned 

VFR flight, as previously assigned by the examiner. On the day of the practical test, the final flight plan shall 

be to the first fuel/battery stop, using real-time weather. 

2. Uses appropriate and current aeronautical charts. 

3. Properly identifies airspace, obstructions, and terrain features, 

including discussion of wire strike avoidance techniques. 

4. Applies pertinent information from FDC NOTAMs, AFD, and other 

flight publications.

E. TASK: NATIONAL AIRSPACE SYSTEM

REFERENCES: 14 CFR parts 71, 91; Navigation Charts; AIM. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the National 

Airspace System by explaining: 

1. Basic VFR Weather Minimums—for all classes of airspace. 

2. Airspace classes—their operating rules, pilot certification, and equipment requirements for the following— 

a. Class A. 

b. Class B. 

c. Class C. 

d. Class D. 

e. Class E. 

f. Class G. 

3. Special use airspace and other airspace areas.

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G. TASK: OPERATION OF SYSTEMS

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTOR CRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the operation of 

systems on the UAV provided for the flight test by explaining at least three (3) of the following systems: 

1. Primary flight controls, trim, and, if installed, stability control. 

2. Powerplant. 

3. Main rotor and antitorque.(if single rotor)

4. Landing gear, brakes, steering, skids, or floats, as applicable. 

5. Battery. 

6. Electrical. 

7. Avionics equipment.

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H. TASK: AEROMEDICAL FACTORS

REFERENCES: AIM. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant exhibits knowledge of the elements related to aeromedical factors 

by explaining: 

1. The symptoms, causes, effects, and corrective actions of at least three (3) of the following— 

a. hypoxia. 

b. hyperventilation. 

c. middle ear and sinus problems. 

d. spatial disorientation. 

e. motion sickness. 

f. carbon monoxide poisoning. 

g. stress and fatigue. 

h. dehydration. 

2. The effects of alcohol, drugs, and over-the-counter drugs.

I. TASK: PREFLIGHT INSPECTION

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/GOM 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to preflight inspection. This shall include which items must be 

inspected, the reasons for checking each item, and how to detect possible defects. 

2. Inspects the UAV with reference to an appropriate checklist. 

3. Verifies the UAV is in condition for safe flight.

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J. TASK: GROUND STATION MANAGEMENT (IF USED)

REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 91; POH/RFM/GOM 

 Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related UAV ground station management procedures. 

2. Organizes material and equipment in an efficient manner so they are readily available. 

3. Briefs the examiner on rotor blade avoidance, and emergency procedures.

K. TASK: ENGINE STARTING AND ROTOR ENGAGEMENT 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to correct engine starting procedures. 

2. Positions the UAV properly considering structures, surface conditions, other aircraft, and the safety of 

nearby persons and property. 

3. Utilizes the appropriate checklist for starting procedure.

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L. TASK: BEFORE TAKEOFF CHECK 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/GOM. Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the before takeoff check. This shall include the reasons for 

checking each item and how to detect malfunctions. 

2. Positions the UAV properly considering other aircraft, wind, and surface conditions. 

3. Divides attention between the UAV and flying area. 

4. Ensures that the engine/motors are clear for run-up and takeoff. 

5. Accomplishes the before takeoff check and ensures that the UAV is in safe operating condition. 

6. Reviews takeoff performance airspeeds, takeoff distances departure, and emergency procedures. 

7. Avoids incursions and/or ensures no conflict with traffic/obstacles prior to takeoff.

M. TASK: RADIO COMMUNICATIONS 

REFERENCE: 14 CFR part 91; AIM. Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to radio communications. 

2. Selects appropriate frequencies.(If Available)

3. Transmits using recommended phraseology.(If Available)

4. Acknowledges radio communications and compiles with instructions.(If Available) 

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N. TASK: UAV TRAFFIC PATTERNS 

REFERENCES: 14 CFR part 91; AIM; POH/RFM, ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to UAV and manned traffic patterns. This shall include 

procedures near airports and heliports with and without operating control towers, prevention of runway 

incursions, collision avoidance, wake turbulence avoidance, manned aircraft avoidance.

2. Complies with proper traffic pattern procedures. 

3. Maintains proper spacing from other traffic.

4. Corrects for wind drift to maintain proper ground track. 

5. Maintains orientation with runway/landing area in use. 

6. Maintains pre determined traffic pattern altitude, ±25 feet

O. TASK: VERTICAL TAKEOFF AND LANDING 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable). 

To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to a vertical takeoff to a hover and landing from a hover. 

2. Ascends to and maintains recommended hovering altitude, and descends from recommended hovering 

altitude in headwind, crosswind, and tailwind conditions. 

3. Maintains RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

4. Establishes recommended hovering altitude, ±1/2 of that altitude within 10 feet of the surface. 

5. Avoids conditions that might lead to loss of tail rotor/antitorque effectiveness.(single rotor)

6. Maintains position within 4 feet of a designated point. 

7. Descends vertically to within 4 feet of the designated touchdown point. 

8. Maintains specified heading, ±10°.

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P. TASK: SLOPE OPERATIONS 

REFERENCES: FAA-H-8083-21; POH/RFM/ROTOR CRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to slope operations. 

2. Selects a suitable slope, approach, and direction considering wind effect, obstacles, dynamic rollover 

avoidance.

3. Properly moves toward the slope. 

4. Maintains RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

5. Makes a smooth positive descent to touch the upslope skid/arm on the sloping surface. 

6. Maintains positive control while lowering the downslope skid/arm or landing gear to touchdown. 

7. Recognizes if slope is too steep and abandons the operation prior to reaching full control stops. 

8. Makes a smooth transition from the slope to a stabilized hover parallel to the slope. 

9. Properly moves away from the slope. 

10. Maintains the specified heading throughout the operation, ±10°.

Q. TASK: HOVERTAXI 

REFERENCES: AIM; POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to hover taxiing. 

2. Hover taxies over specified ground references, demonstrating forward, sideward, and rearward hovering 

and hovering turns. 

3. Maintains RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

4. Maintains specified ground track within ±4 feet of a designated reference on straight legs. 

5. Maintains constant rate of turn at pivot points. 

6. Maintains position within 4 feet of each pivot point during turns. 

7. Makes a 360° pivoting turn, left and right, stopping within 10° of a specified heading. 

8. Maintains recommended hovering altitude, ±1/2 of that altitude within 10 feet of the surface. 

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R. TASK: AIRTAXI 

REFERENCES: AIM; POH/RFM/ROTOR CRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to air taxiing. 

2. Air taxies the helicopter from one point to another under headwind and crosswind conditions. 

3. Maintains RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

4. Selects a safe airspeed and altitude. 

5. Maintains desired track and groundspeed in headwind and crosswind conditions, avoiding conditions that 

might lead to loss of tail rotor/antitorque effectiveness.(single rotor)

6. Maintains a specified altitude, ±10 feet.

. AREA OF OPERATION: TAKEOFFS, LANDINGS, AND GO-AROUNDS 

S. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND TAKEOFF AND CLIMB 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTOR CRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable) 

NOTE: If a calm wind weather condition exists, the applicant’s knowledge of the crosswind elements shall be 

evaluated through oral testing; otherwise a crosswind takeoff and climb shall be demonstrated. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to normal and crosswind takeoff and climb, including factors 

affecting performance. 

2. Establishes a stationary position on the surface or a stabilized hover, prior to takeoff in headwind and 

crosswind conditions. 

3. Accelerates to manufacturer’s recommended climb airspeed, ±10 knots.(If Applicable)

5. Maintains proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary. 

6. Remains aware of the possibility of wind shear. 

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T. TASK: NORMAL AND CROSSWIND APPROACH 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTOR CRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable) 

NOTE: If a calm wind weather condition exists, the applicant’s knowledge of the crosswind elements shall be 

evaluated through oral testing; otherwise a crosswind approach and landing shall be demonstrated. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to normal and crosswind approach. 

2. Considers performance data. 

3. Considers the wind conditions, landing surface, and obstacles. 

4. Selects a suitable touchdown point. 

5. Establishes and maintains the normal approach angle, and proper rate of closure. 

6. Remains aware of the possibility of wind shear and/or turbulence. 

7. Avoids situations that may result in settling-with-power. 

8. Maintains proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary. 

9. Arrives over the touchdown point, on the surface or at a stabilized hover, ±4 feet. 

10. Completes the prescribed checklist, if applicable. 

U. TASK: MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE TAKEOFF AND CLIMB 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to a maximum performance takeoff and climb. 

2. Considers situations where this maneuver is recommended and factors related to takeoff and climb 

performance, to include height/velocity information. 

3. Maintains RPM within normal limits (single rotor)

4. Utilizes proper control technique to initiate takeoff and forward climb airspeed attitude. 

5. Utilizes the maximum available takeoff power. 

6. After clearing all obstacles, transitions to normal climb attitude, airspeed, and power setting. 

7. Remains aware of the possibility of wind shear and/or turbulence.

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V. TASK: STEEP APPROACH 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to a steep approach. 

2. Considers situations where this maneuver is recommended and factors related to a steep approach, to 

include height/velocity information. 

3. Considers the wind conditions, landing surface, and obstacles. 

4. Selects a suitable termination point. 

5. Establishes and maintains a steep approach angle, and proper rate of closure. 

6. Avoids situations that can result in settling-with-power. 

7. Remains aware of the possibility of wind shear and/or turbulence. 

8. Maintains proper ground track with crosswind correction, if necessary. 

9. Arrives at the termination point, on the surface or at a stabilized hover, ±4 feet.

W. TASK: CONFINED AREA OPERATION 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to confined area operations. 

2. Selects a suitable area. 

3. Selects a suitable approach path, termination point, and departure path. 

4. Tracks the selected approach path at an acceptable approach angle and rate of closure to the termination 

point. 

5. Maintains RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

6. Avoids situations that can result in settling-with-power. 

7. Terminates at a hover or on the surface, as conditions allow. 

8. Selects a suitable takeoff point, considers factors affecting takeoff and climb performance under various 

conditions.

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X. TASK: PINNACLE/PLATFORM OPERATIONS 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable)

Objective: To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to pinnacle/platform operations. 

2. Selects a suitable area. 

3. Selects a suitable approach path, termination point, and departure path. 

4. Tracks the selected approach path at an acceptable approach angle and rate of closure to the termination 

point. 

5. Maintains RPM within normal limits. 

6. Terminates at a hover or on the surface,as conditions allow. 

7. Selects a suitable takeoff point, considers factors affecting takeoff and climb performance under various 

conditions.

Y. TASK: GO-AROUND 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to ago-around and when it is necessary. 

2. Makes a timely decision to discontinue the approach to landing. 

3. Maintains RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

4. Establishes proper control input to stop descent and initiate climb. 

5. Maintains proper ground track with cross wind correction, if necessary. 

7. Transitions to a normal climb airspeed. 

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Z. TASK: RAPID DECELERATION 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to rapid deceleration. 

2. Maintains RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

3. Properly coordinates all controls throughout the execution of the maneuver. 

4. Maintains an altitude that will permit safe clearance between the UAV and the surface. 

5. Decelerates and terminates in a stationary hover at the recommended hovering altitude. 

6. Maintains heading throughout the maneuver, ±10°. 

aa. TASK: RAPID DESCENT

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to a rapid descent terminating with a recovery to a hover.

2. Selects a suitable touchdown area. 

3. Initiates the maneuver at the proper point. 

4. Establishes proper aircraft trim and airspeed. 

5. Maintains rotor RPM within normal limits.(single rotor)

6. Compensates for windspeed and direction as necessary to avoid undershooting or overshooting the 

selected landing area. 

7. Utilizes proper deceleration, collective pitch application to a hover 

8. Comes to a hover within 20 feet of a designated point.

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ab. AREA OF OPERATION: EMERGENCY OPERATIONS 

NOTE: TASKs F through L are knowledge only TASKS: 

REFERENCES: AIM/POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to power failure at a hover. 

2. Determines that the terrain below the aircraft is suitable for a safe touchdown. 

3. Performs autorotation from a stationary or forward hover into the wind at recommended altitude, and 

RPM, while maintaining established heading, ±10°. 

4. Touches down with minimum sideward movement.

ac. TASK: LOSS OF LINE OF SIGHT PROCEDURES:

REFERENCES: AIM. Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to lost procedures. 

2. Selects an appropriate course of action. 

3. Maintains an appropriate heading and descends, if necessary. 

6. Plans a precautionary landing if deteriorating weather and/or battery exhaustion is impending.

ad. TASK: MOTOR/ROTOR FAILURE AT ALTITUDE 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to motor/rotor failure at altitude.

2. Explains Intelligent Orientation Control (IOC)

2. Explains factors for a suitable landing area. 

3. Explains factors related to proper aircraft airspeed. 

4. Explains factors for windspeed and direction as necessary to avoid undershooting or overshooting the 

selected landing area.

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ae. TASK: SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT MALFUNCTIONS 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to causes, indications, and pilot actions for various systems 

and equipment malfunctions. 

2. Analyzes the situation and takes action, appropriate to the UAV used for the practical test, in at least three 

of the following areas— 

a. motor/rotor failure. 

b. servo failure, if applicable. 

c. electrical. 

d. low battery power. 

e. smoke and/or fire. 

f. flight control/trim. 

g. rotor and/or antitorque.(single rotor)

i. various frequency vibrations and the possible components that may be affected. 

j. any other emergency unique to the UAV flown. 

af. TASK: SETTLING-WITH-POWER 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to settling-with-power.

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ag. TASK: LOW ROTOR RPM RECOVERY 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTOR CRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable)

NOTE: The examiner may test the applicant orally on this TASK if helicopter used for the practical test has a 

governor that cannot be disabled. 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to low rotor RPM recovery, including the combination of 

conditions that are likely to lead to this situation. 

2. Detects the development of low rotor RPM and initiates prompt corrective action. 

3. Utilizes the appropriate recovery procedure. 

ah. TASK: DYNAMIC ROLLOVER 

REFERENCES: AIM/POH/RFM/ROTOR CRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK.(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to the aerodynamics of dynamic rollover. 

2. Understands the interaction between, crosswind, slope, CG, cyclic, and collective pitch control in 

contributing to dynamic rollover. 

3. Explains preventive flight technique during takeoffs, landings, and slope operations

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ai. AREA OF OPERATION: POST-FLIGHT PROCEDURES 

A. TASK: AFTER LANDING AND SECURING 

REFERENCES: POH/RFM/ROTORCRAFT FLYING HANDBOOK(if applicable) 

Objective. To determine that the applicant: 

1. Exhibits knowledge of the elements related to after-landing, parking and securing procedures 

2. Minimizes the hazardous effects of rotor downwash during hovering. 

3. Parks in an appropriate area, considering the safety of nearby persons and property. 

4. Follows the appropriate procedure for rotor shutdown. 

5. Completes the appropriate checklist. 

6. Conducts an appropriate post flight inspection and secures the aircraft.

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Signature________________________________ 

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Events Training Pass Fail Comments

Max Perf TO/Climb (U)

Steep Approach (V)

Confined Area (W)

Pinnacle/Platform (X)

Go Around (Y)

Rapid Deceleration (Z)

Rapid Descent (aa)

Emergency Operations (ab)

Loss of Line of Sight (ac)

Motor/Rotor Failure at Alt (ad)

System and Equipment malfunctions 

(ae)

Settling with Power (af)

Low rotor rpm (ag)

Dynamic Rollover (ah)

Post flight procedures (ai)

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