Description
Second officers are responsible for monitoring and controlling various aircraft systems including fixed-wing and rotary wing. They work in close coordination with the two pilots during all phases of flight. They make pre-flight, inflight, and post flight inspections, adjustments, and minor repairs. They verify parameters such as passenger and cargo distribution, the amount of fuel, aircraft performance, and appropriate engine speed according to instructions of pilots.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
ensure aircraft compliance with regulationinspect aircraftensure ongoing compliance with regulationsperform aircraft maintenancehandle stressful situations in the work placeaddress aircraft mechanical issuescarry out navigational calculationsfollow verbal instructionsinterpret visual literacyread 3D displaysoperate cockpit control panelsdeal with challenging work conditionsundertake procedures to meet aircraft flight requirementscomply with checklistsuse meteorological informationensure smooth on board operationsperform routine flight operations checksensure public safety and securityensure compliance with airport security measuresapply airport standards and regulationsmake independent operating decisionsundertake procedures to meet helicopter flight requirementsconsider economic criteria in decision makingrespond to changing navigation circumstanceshave computer literacy