Description
Air force pilots operate aircrafts in combat missions, patrol missions, or search and rescue missions. They ensure aircraft maintenance, and communicate with air force bases and other vessels to ensure safety and efficiency in operations.
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Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
execute flight planscomply with air traffic control operationsread mapsimplement airside safety proceduresoperate radio navigation instrumentsensure ongoing compliance with regulationsoperate radio equipmentensure compliance with civil aviation regulationsanalyse weather forecastapply signalling control proceduresread 3D displaysoperate cockpit control panelsoperate radar equipmentapply military aviation regulationsoperate two-way radio systemscollect real-time geolocation informationundertake procedures to meet aircraft flight requirementsadapt to changing situationsuse meteorological informationperform take off and landinguse different communication channelsperform routine flight operations checksapply air force proceduresperform flight manoeuvresperform search and rescue missionsidentify security threatsperform risk analysiskeep task recordsensure compliance with types of weaponscreate a flight planhave spatial awarenessorganise aircraft maintenancepatrol areas