State/Territory Eligibility Summary Table

State/Territory Eligibility Details

DAMA - Designated Area Migration Agreement

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Notes

• English, TSMIT (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold), Age, Skills & Experience and PR Pathway are concessions that may be available for this occupation under the relevant DAMA.
• The table above literally reproduces the information published by the different Designated Area Representatives (DARs) in their DAMA Occupation lists. Concessions available (e.g PR pathway for applicants under NT DAMA) which have not been included by the DARs in relevant DAMA lists have also not been included above. Users should carefully review all information available in the DAR websites in relation to concessions.

231114: Helicopter Pilot

Description

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

Skill Level 1

Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

• Assessing Authority

  CASA: Civil Aviation Safety Authority
  	http://www.casa.gov.au/
  	[email protected]

Unit Group 2311: Air Transport Professionals

Description

Fly and navigate aircraft, control and direct air traffic to ensure the safe and efficient operation of aircraft in flight and on the ground, and instruct students in flying aircraft.

Indicative Skill Level

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with an AQF Diploma or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Aeroplane and Helicopter Pilots require a prescribed minimum amount of flying experience in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Registration or licensing is required.

Tasks

• 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

Other occupations in this Unit Group

• 231111: Aeroplane Pilot  
• 231112: Air Traffic Controller  
• 231113: Flying Instructor  
• 231199: Air Transport Professionals nec  

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