Check pilot assessment (OPS.21) - protocol suite

The protocol suite provides a structure for how we make decisions on when to test an individual who has been nominated as a check pilot. An assessment may consist of a desktop assessment, interview and flight test.

This protocol suite has been designed to assist the inspector in the decision-making process as to whether an assessment is required, what form that assessment should take, and whether the person is competent for the role.

It consists of the following documents:

• Protocol (OPS.21) Check pilot assessment
• Principle (OPS.21) Check pilot assessment
• Worksheet (OPS.21) Check pilot assessment

The protocol document provides a summary of the policies, concept and philosophy that sits behind the document suite. It identifies approved supplementary documents that are applicable.

The principle document provides technical guidance to our inspectors. This helps our inspectors make an informed decision on the suitability of an application. It also ensures we are being consistent and using a standard approach. The question in the principle document relates to a question in the worksheet.

We use the worksheet as a record of the assessment and the decision we make. Each worksheet question relates to a regulatory requirement.

Depending on the nature of the application, you need the following forms:

• Air operator's certificate and associated approvals
• Aerial work operations application form