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device approved for the purpose;
        2.       if the check is conducted in an aircraft, it must be certified for the operation.
  * Appendix 4 Aerial application rating proficiency check

1. Proficiency check requirements
 An applicant for an aerial application rating proficiency check must demonstrate the following:
       (a) knowledge of the topics listed in clause 2, which are relevant to the endorsement(s) that are being assessed during the check;
       (b) ability to conduct the activities and manoeuvres mentioned in clause 3, within the operational scope and under the conditions mentioned in clause 4, to the competency standards required under section 13 of this MOS, which are relevant to the endorsements that are being assessed during the check.

2. Knowledge requirements
 For paragraph 1 (a), the following topics are listed:
       (a) privileges and limitations of an aerial application rating and the endorsements held by the applicant;
       (b) proficiency check requirements;
       (c) limitations of GNSS;
       (d) wind effect at low level and associated flying conditions;
       (e) analysis of actual and forecast weather relevant to application operations;
       (f) the effect of mountainous terrain on airflow and associated flying conditions;
       (g) assessment of the geographical characteristics of the area of flying operations to ensure safe completion of the task;
       (h) the hazards associated with low flying and how to identify them before and during a low‑level operation;
       (i) the effects of extreme environmental conditions on pilot health and performance;
       (j) the effects of fatigue and physical health on pilot performance;
       (k) risk assessment techniques;
       (l) managing risks at low level;
       (m) aircraft performance, including where appropriate for the category of the aircraft used for the check:
          (i) maximum rate turning;
          (ii) minimum radius turning;
          (iii) best angle of climb;
          (iv) best rate of climb;
          (v) 1 engine inoperative performance (if applicable);
          (vi) helicopter manoeuvring (if applicable).

3. Activities and manoeuvres
3.1 For paragraph 1 (b), the activities and manoeuvres set out in subclauses 3.2 to 3.9 are mentioned.
Note   The activities and manoeuvres are not required to be conducted in the order in which they appear in this Appendix.
3.2 Pre-flight
Note   The relevant competency standards are in unit codes AA1 and AA2.
       (a) perform pre-flight actions and procedures;
       (b) plan an application operation;
       (c) identify hazards and manage risks;
       (d) ensure the performance capability of the aircraft being used is adequate for the operation.
3.3 Ground operations, take-off, departure and climb
Note   The relevant competency standards are in unit code LL-A, LL-G or LL-H (as applicable).
       (a) complete all relevant checks and procedures;
       (b) plan, brief and conduct take-off, departure procedure.
3.4 En route cruise
Note   The relevant competency standards are in unit code LL-A, LL-G or LL-H (as applicable).
 Conduct appropriate checks and