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ANZSCO 231111Skill Level 1

Aeroplane Pilot

Flies aeroplanes to transport passengers, mail and freight, or provide agricultural, aerial surveillance or other aviation services. Registration or licensing is required.

Skill Level

Level 1

Bachelor degree or higher

Assessing Authority

CASA

Civil Aviation Safety Authority

Eligible Visas

6

visa subclasses

Skilled Lists

2

active lists

Your Pathway

Three key steps to migrate through this occupation.

1

Skills Assessment

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2

Expression of Interest

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3

Visa Application

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Overview

What this occupation involves according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics.

Flies aeroplanes to transport passengers, mail and freight, or provide agricultural, aerial surveillance or other aviation services. Registration or licensing is required.

Typical Tasks

Common duties performed in this role.

Preparing and submitting flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather conditions and aircraft performance
Flying aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures
Providing flight information for flight crews and air traffic services staff
Controlling aircraft movements, and directing aircraft taxiing, take-offs and landings by radio
Providing pre-flight briefings and aeronautical information services
Completing cockpit preparations and external inspections to determine that aircraft are acceptable for flight
Monitoring aircraft performance and reporting on mechanical condition
Giving in-flight instruction, supervising solo flights, accompanying students on training flights and demonstrating techniques for controlling aircraft

Education & Experience

Indicative requirements for skills assessment.

Qualification

Bachelor degree or higher

Work Experience

Relevant work experience that may substitute for formal qualifications.

Closely Related Field

A qualification in a closely related field may be accepted with additional experience.

Documents Checklist

Common documents needed for the skills assessment application.

Assessing Authority

The organisation that assesses your skills for this occupation.

Civil Aviation Safety Authority

CASA

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Skills Assessment Requirements

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Visa Eligibility

Visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for.

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Skilled List Membership

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State & Territory Nominations

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