This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge to operate a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) in excluded sub-2 kg category operations. It includes operating within the relevant regulatory requirements of the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

This unit addresses flight planning, pre-flight inspection, operating an RPAS during normal flight, managing an RPAS during abnormal or emergency procedures and landing.

The unit is applicable to personnel who pilot Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) in excluded category sub-2 kg operations in visual line of sight (VLOS). They may work individually or under supervision as part of a team. Authorisation to perform this role is subject to organisational policies and procedures.

Excluded category operators are still required to obtain necessary CASA approvals.

Legislative or certification requirements to fly in this category apply to this unit at the time of publication.