Operations Manual: CASR Part 101 UAV Operators Certificate

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Operations Manual
CASR Part 101 UAV Operators Certificate
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
UNMANNED OPERATORS CERTIFICATE FOR CASR PART 101
0 PREFACE...4
0.1 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT.....4
0.2 COMPLIANCE MATRIX...........4
0.3 SIGNATURE SHEET........5
0.4 ABBREVIATIONS, ACCRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS..6
1 PART A
1.1. GENERAL
1.1.1. Company Operations....7
1.1.2. CASR Part 101 Directions, Permissions and Approvals.7
1.1.3. Organisation Structure..7
1.1.4. Responsibilities of Company Personnel...............7
1.1.5. Metric and Imperial Units Conversion Table.9
1.1.6. Alcohol and Drug usage...9
1.1.7. Security - Systems and Physical.9
1.1.8. Privacy Provisions.....9
1.2. REMOTE CREW ADMINISTRATION
1.2.1. Remote Crew Qualifications...10
1.2.2. Remote Pilot Records..10
1.2.3. Remotely Piloted Aircraft Flight Authorisations and Flight Records........10
1.2.4. Recency Requirements...10
1.2.5. Duty and Flight Time Limitations.......10
1.3. REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION
1.3.1. Method of Recording Hours in Service and Unserviceability....11
1.3.2. Persons Permitted to Operate Remotely Piloted System Controls.....11
1.3.3. Authority for Maintenance...11
1.3.4. Dangerous Goods....11
1.3.5. Weather Protection.............11
1.4. FLIGHT CONDUCT
1.4.1. Non-Company visitors.....12
1.4.2. Hand Over/Take over Procedures.12
1.4.3. Remote Pilot Briefing including Emergency Procedures...12
1.4.4. Use of Check Sheets...12
2 PART B
2.1 OPERATING THE REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM
2.1.1 Specific Aircraft Operating Procedures..13
2.1.2 Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Technical Data/System Specifications.13
2.1.3 Normal Procedures.......13
2.1.4 Pre-Flight Procedures...13
2.1.5 Fuel/Battery Documentation........14
2.1.6 Aircraft Test Flights.......14
3 PART C
3.1 INTERNAL TRAINING
3.1.1 Reserved........15
4 PART D
4.1 OPERATIONS
4.1.1 Feasibility Check and Job Safety Assessment ...16
4.1.2 Accident/Incident Reporting....17

4.1.3 Types of Operations. 18
5 PART E
5.1 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TRAINING SCHOOL OPERATIONS
5.1.1 Reserved..19
6 APPENDICES
6.1 Copy of UAV Operators Certificate.....20
6.2 Useful Conversions...21
6.3 Flight Authorisation22
6.4 Aircraft Flight Log and Maintenance Record........23
6.5 Briefing....25
6.6 Job Safety Assessment...........26
6.7 Risk Assessment..........28

0 PREFACE
0.1 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT

The instructions, procedures and information contained in this manual have been devised to
ensure safety and standardisation in the conduct of operations. They are to be observed by all
operating personnel. Personnel are also reminded of their obligation to comply with the Civil
Aviation Act, Regulations and Orders and such directives, aeronautical information and notices
CASA and AirServices Australia publish.
Nothing in this manual takes precedence over a CASA regulation or permits unsafe operation
Where in the light of operating experience, errors are found in the manual or deficiencies in the
manner in which operations are conducted, recommendations for amendment action shall be
submitted to the Chief Controller.
0.2 COMPLIANCE MATRIX
Regulation Title Compliance* - Manual

Reference
CASR 101.65 Operation in prohibited or restricted Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in
area annex
CASR 101.070 Operation in controlled airspace Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in
annex covers
CASR 101.080 Permission for operation of Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in
unmanned aircraft near aerodrome annex covers
CASR 101.085 Maximum operating height Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in

annex
CASR 101.090 Dropping or discharging of things Part D
CASR 101.095 Weather and day limitations Part D and on UOC in annex
CASR 101.245 Operation near people Part A Section 4, Part D and on
UOC in annex
CASR 101.250 Where small UAVs may be operated Part D
CASR 101.270 Requirement for UAV operators Part A Section 3
certificate
CASR 101.280 UAVs not to be operated over Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in
populous areas Annex
CASR 101.285 Use of radiotelephone N/A Only applicable to Controlled
Airspace

0.3 SIGNATURE SHEET
All personnel employed or contracted by this organisation must sign this sheet as
evidence of having read, understood and agreed to apply the procedures and data
contained in this Operations Manual.
If this manual is reissued or revised they must resign, acknowledging review of the
revision.
Printed Printed
Signature Date Signature Date
Name Name

0.4 ABBREVIATIONS, ACCRONYMS AND DEFINITIONS
AA Area Approval
AC Advisory Circular
AGL Above Ground Level
AIP Aeronautical Information Package
ASIC Aviation Security Identification Card
ATSB Australian Transport Safety Bureau
ATC Air Traffic Control
ATM Air Traffic Management
CAR Civil Aviation Regulations 1988
CASA Civil Aviation Safety Authority
CASR Civil Aviation Safety Regulations 1998
DAMP Drug and Alcohol Management Plan
ICAO International Civil Aviation Organisation
IAW In accordance with
NM Nautical Miles
RP Remote Pilot
RPA Remotely Piloted Aircraft
RPAS Remotely Piloted Aircraft System
TSI Transport Safety Investigation Act 2013
UA Unmanned Aircraft
UAS Unmanned Aircraft System(s)
UAV Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
UOC UAV Operators Certificate
VLOS Visual Line of Sight
VMC Visual Meteorological Conditions
You may add your own if needed

1 PART A
1.1 GENERAL
1.1.1 COMPANY OPERATIONS
All aerial operations using remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) will be conducted in accordance with
(IAW) the conditions and limitations placed on the UAV Operators Certificate (UOC). A copy of
the approved UOC is at Appendix One.
1.1.2 CASR PART 101 DIRECTIONS, PERMISSIONS AND APPROVALS

This manual once approved by CASA satisfies all requirements of CASR101.330
1.1.3 ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

Amend as appropriate
CEO/Director
Chief Maintenance
Controller Controller
UAV UAV
Controller Controller
1.1.4 RESPONSIBILITIES OF COMPANY PERSONNEL

CEO/Director
The CEO/Director has the overall responsibility for the companys business performance and
compliance. They will provide the necessary resources so that all operations and maintenance
can be conducted to meet company obligations, goals and objectives.

Chief Controller
The Chief Controller is the person appointed by the operator, approved by CASA and is
responsible for all remote pilot training and operational matters affecting the safety of the UOC
holders operation.
The role and responsibilities of the Chief Controller are:
a) ensuring that the operators air operations are conducted in compliance with
The Civil Aviation Act and the Regulations,
b) maintaining a record of qualifications held by each remote pilot (RP),
c) monitoring operational standards, supervising and training RP
employed by the operator,
d) maintaining a complete and up-to-date reference library of operational documents as
required by CASA for the class of operations conducted; and
e) being the point of contact between the operating company and CASA.
Maintenance Controller
The Maintenance Controller is the person appointed by the operator, approved by CASA and is
responsible for ensuring the maintenance of company Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems
(RPAS) in accordance with the manufacturer specifications.
The role and responsibilities of the Maintenance Controller are:
a) control all company RPAS maintenance, either scheduled or unscheduled;
b) ensure personnel performing maintenance on the RPAS are competent. The
Maintenance Controller must keep a record of personnel permitted to perform
maintenance. The company may choose to keep a record of qualifications;
c) develop, enforce and monitor RPAS maintenance standards,
d) maintain a record of RPAS unserviceabilitys,
e) ensure that specialist equipment items are serviceable,
f) maintain a thorough technical knowledge of the company RPAS,
g) ensure maintenance activities are conducted in accordance with the procedures
specified in the Maintenance Manual; and
h) Investigate all defects in the RPAS.
Note: depending on your organisation, other responsibilities may also be required to be added to this list
Controller/Remote Pilot in Command
The controller/Remote Pilot in command of the aircraft is responsible for:

a) conduct of flight start to end; and
b) safe operation of the aircraft.

1.1.5 METRIC AND IMPERIAL UNITS
This manual makes reference to both imperial and metric units. See conversion table at
Appendix two.
1.1.6 DRUG AND ALCOHOL MANAGEMENT PLAN

As a safety sensitive aviation activity, personnel could be randomly tested for alcohol and other
drugs.
1.1.7 SECURITY - SYSTEMS AND PHYSICAL

Reasonable steps must be taken to prevent sabotage and vandalism to the RPAS.
1.1.8 PRIVACY PROVISIONS

Nothing in this manual permits operations in contravention of the Privacy Act 1988:
http://www.privacy.gov.au/law
You may choose to develop your own privacy procedures independent of this document
OH & S
You may need to consider your organisations OH&S independent of this document

1.2 REMOTE CREW ADMINISTRATION
1.2.1 REMOTE CREW QUALIFICATIONS

All controllers must have a CASA issued Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Controllers
Certificate/Remote Pilot Certificate. The Chief Controller is responsible to ensure any remote
crew including the controllers are competent.
You are recommended to state here what minimum qualifications your remote crew should have at their
point of recruiting.
1.2.2 REMOTE PILOT RECORDS

Individual Controllers/Remote Pilots are responsible for their own Remotely Piloted Aircraft
(RPA) log book.
An example is behind the appendices.
The information provided is the minimum requirements that must be recorded if you chose to develop
your own log book.
Individual remote pilots are required to carry their own Controller/Remote Pilot certificate with
them on operations.
1.2.3 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT FLIGHT AUTHORISATIONS AND

FLIGHT RECORDS
If there is more than one controller each operation is to be authorised by the Chief Controller.
Flight authorisation is at Appendix three.
If you choose not to use the example at appendix three, you will need to develop your own and include it
at appendix three
1.2.4 RECENCY REQUIREMENTS

The Controller/Remote Pilot must have a minimum of three take offs and three landings on type
within a 90 day period.
1.2.5 DUTY AND FLIGHT TIME LIMITATIONS

The Chief Controller is responsible for the operational standards and supervision of the remote
pilots who are employed by the company.
RPs are responsible to ensure they do not fly while fatigued.
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1.3 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM ADMINISTRATION
1.3.1 METHOD OF RECORDING HOURS IN SERVICE AND

UNSERVICEABILITY
The UAV Operators Certificate (UOC) holder is responsible to ensure records are kept. The
controller is responsible for ensuring hours and unserviceability are recorded, refer to Appendix
four.
1.3.2 PERSONS PERMITTED TO OPERATE REMOTELY PILOTED SYSTEM

CONTROLS
Persons cannot operate the controls commercially unless they hold a valid Controllers
Certificate/Remote Pilots Certificate and have been authorised by the Chief Controller.
1.3.3 AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE

Only people authorised by the Maintenance Controller can perform maintenance. The
Maintenance Controller is responsible for keeping records of personnel that may perform
maintenance.
1.3.4 DANGEROUS GOODS

The carriage of dangerous goods is not permitted.
Parts of the RPAS may be classified as dangerous goods during transportation.
1.3.5 WEATHER PROTECTION

The UOC holder is responsible to ensure appropriate weather protection is provided to avoid
unserviceability of the RPAS.

1.4 FLIGHT CONDUCT
1.4.1 NON-COMPANY VISITORS

Non-company visitors must not come within 30 metres of the RPA during operation. The
Controller/Remote Pilot must provide a safety briefing.
1.4.2 HAND OVER/TAKE OVER PROCEDURES

A hand over take over procedure is required, when there are two controllers, to positively
identify an action and ensure it is understood by the participants.
1.4.3 REMOTE PILOT BRIEFING INCLUDING EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

To ensure co-ordination in a multi crew environment a briefing must be conducted prior to the
commencement of any operation. Refer to Appendix five.
1.4.4 USE OF CHECK SHEETS

Company supplied checklists must be used.

2 PART B
2.1 OPERATING THE REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM

2.1.1 SPECIFIC AIRCRAFT OPERATING PROCEDURES
The aircraft will be operated in accordance with the manufacturers operating instructions which
are considered to be part of the Flight Manual. Company initiated variation to the Flight Manual
will require supplementary documentation.
When manufacturers material does not exist the operator will be required to provide this information.
2.1.2 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECHNICAL

DATA/SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
The purpose of the RPAS technical data/system specification is to detail key information about the RPAS
which is operated. This is used when operating the RPAS or performing maintenance requiring the
replacement of components etc.
The format of the RPAS technical data/system specification is up to you. A RPAS technical data/system
specification is needed for each type you operate.
Data Link specifications (if fitted) should be listed.
Should you upgrade your machine, for example fitted different motors, your RPAS technical data/system
specification would need to be updated in your manual.
Attached is guidance examples of the RPAS technical data/system specification that you will need to
compile for each type you intend to operate. Develop your RPAS Technical data/system specification
using the relevant data for your aircraft and insert here in place of the blue text. The purpose of the
examples is to show the required information. They do not include role equipment such as cameras,
gimbals video down link etc. These can be added at your discretion.
2.1.3 NORMAL PROCEDURES

It is considered a good safety practice for operators to utilise check lists/sheets specific to their
RPA referring to the Flight Manual. Company supplied checklists must to be used.
2.1.4 PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURES

Pre-flight and post flight checks are mandated. It is the Controller/Remote Pilots responsibility
to ensure the aircraft is airworthy prior to any flight. Refer to Flight Manual for pre and post flight
procedure checklist.
A prefight reduces the risk of accident or incident by checking the aircraft, control systems and
associated equipment is serviceable prior to flight and standardises procedures. When drafting a prefight
checklist it should be in a logical sequence and flow. A diagram can also be used to support the checklist.
Example check sheets have been provided as a guide to checks that are expected before and after flight.
If a checklist does not exist or the manufacturers are inadequate you will need to provide your own.
These are in addition to any periodic more detailed inspections of the aircraft you may choose to have.

You will need to determine which parts are relevant to your machine and add items that are not covered.
Other items may require expanding on. You may also choose to change the order in which the checks
are performed.
This will include ground support equipment such as bungee launch systems
Your check sheets will form part of your Flight Manual and must be within easy reach during operations
so you can reference them. It is recommended that they are laminated for durability.
2.1.5 FUEL/BATTERY DOCUMENTATION

Manufacturers instructions for correct fuel specification and/or follow manufacturers battery
documentation especially relating to charge/discharge rates must be followed.
Battery conditions are to be monitored.
Note Lipo batteries may be considered dangerous goods for transport purposes.
2.1.6 AIRCRAFT TEST FLIGHTS

When completion of maintenance requires a test flight, the person completing the maintenance
is responsible to ensure a satisfactory test flight is completed. The Maintenance Controller is
responsible to ensure this happens.
Guidance
Example RPAS technical data/system specification
Example Pre-flight procedures
Example Post-flight procedures

3 PART C
3.1 INTERNAL TRAINING

3.1.1 RESERVED
Induction
The Chief Controller is responsible for inducting and recording training of all controllers/Remote Pilots.
If your organisation intends to provide type training, this manual template may not be appropriate as you
will need to consider the following. Further costs will apply
Functionality and start-up of systems
Description of all common components

Handling of system
Handling of rechargeable batteries
Description and inspection of machine and all of its related parts
Construction and deconstruction of the system
Detailed explanations on the use of the transmitter and operating frequencies, limitations thereof
Use of any other operating software, such as ground station software, firmware update software
etc.
Flight controls and associated flight theory
Maintenance and inspection training
Problem solving, fault analyse
Pre and Post flight related matters
Safety and risk management
Flight Exercises
Theory.flight
Aircraft physical influences
Downwash and ground effect
Take-off and landing
Practical flight exercises
Pre and Post flight
Safety
land

4 PART D
4.1 OPERATIONS
4.1.1 FEASIBILITY CHECK AND JOB SAFETY ASSESSMENT
Before a task can be carried out a feasibility check must be performed to ensure it is within the
scope of the UOC. The flow chart represents the process to be followed to determine if a task
may proceed.
A numbered box indicates there are steps to consider. The corresponding steps are listed
below. A red box indicates the task cannot proceed.
Yes
2. Is it safe?
Perform a Job Safety
Task Request Received Assessment
Proceed
Yes No
1. Is It legal
Yes
No
4. Is it Safe?
Yes
Complete Risk Matrix
5. Apply for an Area

Approval. Is the Area
Approval is granted?
3. Would an Area Approval
make it legal
No Yes No
M AA app
The flow chart indicates the mandatory steps that must be completed. You may choose to have other
administrative steps or choose to modify the sequence. For example you may choose to accept the task
provisionally before applying for an Area Approval
1. Is it legal :
Within all conditions listed in the schedule for the UOC
Under 400 feet Above Ground Level (AGL)
Outside Controlled airspace/restricted airspace
Greater than 3Nautical Miles (NM) from a registered aerodrome
Outside populous area
More than 30metres from people not involved in operation
Visual line of sight (VLOS)
Day Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC)
Not prohibited by any other State or Federal Regulation
2. Perform a Job Safety Assessment
A Job Safety Assessment must be performed prior to conducting any task.
Note A single task may consist of a number of flights
The Job Safety Assessment would normally be performed during the feasibility planning phase
to determine if the flight is viable and validated on the day prior to the first flight. This is when
assumptions made during the initial Job Safety Assessment (such as forecast weather/wind,
location of persons etc.) are validated.
As a minimum the Job Safety Assessment must consider the following:

Gathering the necessary maps and charts (either hard copy or electronic) for the area
Determining the weather is suitable for the machine and the operation
Reviewing the NOTAMs related to the operations area
Possibility of person moving into the area of operation or landing area during flight
footpath, or other rights of way
Suitable take-off and landing areas (including alternate landing area)
Ability to maintain 30m separation from the public
Obstructions (Buildings Trees etc.)
Possible radio interference (power lines, antennas etc.)
Ability to maintain visual line of sight
Controllers ability matches location/task
Permission from land owner
Privacy
Local restrictions, by laws,
Need for signage
Refer to checklist at Appendix six.
3. Would an Area Approval make it legal?
Inside controlled airspace however, outside 3NM of an aerodrome and not within the approach
and departure path for a runway of an aerodrome.
4. Is it safe?
Complete the Risk Assessment Matrix at Appendix seven. Note - this will form part of an Area
Approval application
5. Apply for Area Approval:

Apply to CASA for an Area Approval
Proceed:
Validate the Job Safety Assessment if performed earlier. Commence job in accordance with the
UOC approval.
4.1.2 ACCIDENT/INCIDENT REPORTING

Accidents and serious incidents are required to be immediately notified to the ATSB in
accordance with section 18 of the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003.
Written notifications are required to be submitted within 72 hours of an accident, serious

incident or incident in accordance with section 19 of the Transport Safety Investigation Act 2003

and Regulation 2.6 of the Transport Safety Investigation Regulations 2003. The written
notification should contain as much information about the accident, serious incident or incident
as is within the knowledge of the person at the time of submitting the notification.
4.1.3 TYPES OF OPERATIONS

All operations must be carried out within the limitations and conditions in the schedule of the
UOC
The Controller must not cause anything to be dropped or discharged from an unmanned aircraft
in any way that may create a hazard to another aircraft, person or property.
Tick as appropriate.
These operations may be subject to other State and Federal laws and must be complied with.
AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
AERIAL SPOTTING
AERIAL SURVEYING
Only tick boxes relevant to your operation. You will only be approved on operations you are able to
demonstrate at a practical assessment

5 PART E
5.1 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TRAINING SCHOOL

OPERATIONS
5.1.1 RESERVED

6.1 APPENDIX 1
COPY OF UAV OPERATORS CERTIFICATE
Attach a copy of your UOC behind this page

6.2 APPENDIX 2
USEFUL CONVERSIONS
Single Unit Conversion Useful conversion

Distance
1 centimetres 0.3937 inch
1 inch 2.54 centimetre
1 Foot 30.5 centimetre 400 Feet 121.92
1 metre 39.37 inch
1 metre 3.28084 feet
1 Kilometre 0.62137 Miles
1 Kilometre 3280.8399 Feet
1 mile 1.61 kilometres
1 nautical 1.85 kilometres 3 nautical 5.556
mile mile Kilometres
1 nautical 6080 Feet
mile
Speed
1 kilometre .4971 Miles per
per hour hour
1 kilometre 0.27777 metre
per hour per second
1 mile per 1.609 kilometres
hour (mph) per hour
1Metre per 3.6 Kilometres
Second per hour
1Metre per 1.9438 Knots
Second
I Knot 0.514 Metre per
Second
1 knot 1.150779448
miles per hour
Weight
1 kilogram 2.2 pounds 100 220.462 pounds
kilogram
150 330.693 pounds
kilogram
1 pound 0.45359273
Kilogram
1 ounce 28.34952312
grams (g)

6.3 APPENDIX 3
FLIGHT AUTHORISATION SHEET
Date: <insert> Location: Task: <insert> Aircraft: <insert>

<insert>
Remote crew: Times:
PIC <name> Launch <sched. <hours> Flight Notes: <free text>
time>
2RP <name> Recovery <sched. <hours>
time>
RPA observer <name>
Launch <sched. <hours>
time>
Recovery <sched. <hours>
time>
Launch <sched. <hours>

time>
Recovery <sched. <hours> Job Site Assessment:
time>
Est. Total
hours
Actual <hours>
Total
hours
Specific instructions:
Flight Chief Signed:

Authorisation Controller
Remote Signed:
Pilot

6.4 APPENDIX 4
AIRCRAFT FLIGHT LOG AND MAINTENANCE RECORD
Aircraft Type_________________
Aircraft Serial Number__________
Date of Manufacturer___________
Aircraft identification Operator
Date Pilot Daily Post flight Flight Serviceable Defect Comment Total
inspection inspection or Y/N number
daily
total
Brought
Forward
Page Number_______ Carried

forward

Defect Description of defect or maintenance required Name Rectification Name
Number Signature Signature
Date Date

Date Date

Date Date

6.5 APPENDIX 5
Briefing
The following briefing is to be given by the controller to all crew members and observers.
The controller is also responsible to ensure the emergency contact telephone numbers are
to hand.
It is recommended this briefing be laminated, so contact numbers etc. can be written on during the
planning stages of the mission

Action
Overview of the mission as planned
Any specific tasking for crew member. EG. person tasked with observing for people
straying into the area of operation
Possible issues and identification of hazards associated with the mission including
planned action
How the controller will communicate any problem and/or subsequent action
Identification of alternate landing area
Identification of a safe zone
Action following an incident
Notes/comments specific to mission
Emergency contact numbers
Any additional requirements for this operation must be added

6.6 APPENDIX 6
JOB SAFETY ASSESSMENT
Company ABC Aerial Photography Date Thursday, 18 July 2013

Task Location Check the following and address as needed
Real Estate Shots Glass Street, Bungendore, NSW
Sketch of area (if necessary) Maps and charts available and checked
Weather, within limits for machine and
operation
NOTAMs
Possibility of public moving into area
Footpath/right of way
Landing area including alternate
Ability to maintain 30M of public
Obstructions (buildings Trees)
Possible interference (Powerlines/antennas)
Ability to maintain visual line of sight
Controllers ability matches location/task
Permission of any landowners
Privacy
Local restrictions, by laws
Need for signage
Area to add any additional
Pilot Biggles Signature
Crew Customer as observer
Comments- No Public access to site, customer was observer

6.7 APPENDIX SEVEN
RISK ASSESSMENT
Overview
The evaluation of risk is the process known as Risk Assessment.
The UAS Controller should perform this assessment.
The Risk Assessment should be performed during the feasibility planning phase to
determine if the flight is viable, refer Part D Section 1. It should then be validated on the day
prior to the flight. Any assumptions made during the initial Risk Assessment (such as
forecast weather/wind, location of persons etc.) should be confirmed.
The Risk Assessment involves calculating a risk factor based on both the severity of any
undesired outcome and the likelihood of that outcome. Where the risk factor is unacceptably
high a mitigating factor or control measure is needed to reduce the likelihood or
consequence to manage the risk back to an acceptable level/factor. Even if the risk is
acceptable you should consider any factor that could be applied to reduce the risk further.
Determining the Risk
A detailed diagram of the site (Google maps may also be used) and the Risk Assessment
Tool Prompt Sheet are used to identify possible risks. These risks are recorded on the Risk
Calculation Sheet.
Next the score for both the likelihood and consequence is determined using the Risk Score
Table below and the scores are entered on the Risk Calculation Sheet. The Risk factor is
then calculated by multiplying these two scores.
Note - other elements such as local by Laws etc. which may prevent the flight should also be
considered.
Risk Management
The calculated Risk Factor for each identified risk is then reviewed
Where the risk factor is unacceptably high a mitigating factor or control measure is needed
to reduce the likelihood or consequence to manage the risk to an acceptable level/factor.
Multiple control measures may be needed to reduce the risk to an acceptable level. Even if
the risk is acceptable you should consider any factor that could be applied to reduce the risk
further.
The control measure is recorded on the Risk Calculation Sheet and a new Risk Factor
calculated.
Note The risk assessment should also include any risk to the Controller, Observer and
anyone else involved in the operation of the UAS.
Where the residual risk is unacceptable the flight should not proceed.

Validation of Risk Assessment
Once on site the Risk Assessment must be validated prior to the flight proceeding. Any
assumptions made during the initial Risk Assessment (such as forecast weather/wind,
location of persons etc.) should be confirmed. Where there are differences a new Risk factor
must be calculated and control measures adjusted to manage the risk to an acceptable level
prior to the flight.
Other Factors
As this is a generic Risk Assessment process it cannot consider all possible areas of risk for
every situation. There may be other areas that need consideration in addition to the Risk
Assessment Sheet prompts. Therefore this risk assessment process should be considered a
guide as to the minimum areas for inclusion in your Risk Assessment.

RISK ASSESSMENT MATRIX - LEVEL OF RISK
Consequence
>7: Extreme risk Injuries or ailments Minor injury or First Serious injury causing Life threatening injury or Multiple life threatening Multiple fatalities, 10
not requiring Aid Treatment Case. hospitalisation or multiple serious injuries injuries. Less than 10 or more
People medical treatment. multiple medical causing hospitalisation. fatalities.
detailed treatment plan required treatment cases.
Internal Review Scrutiny required by Scrutiny required by Intense public, political Government inquiry or Government inquiry
internal committees external committees or and media scrutiny. Eg: Commission of inquiry or and ongoing adverse
6,7: High risk Reputation or internal audit to Auditor Generals inquest, front page adverse national media in international exposure
prevent escalation. Office, etc. headlines, TV, etc. excess of 1 week.
needs senior management attention Small delay, internal May threaten an Considerable remedial Significant loss of Permanent loss of critical Threatens ongoing
and treatment plan as appropriate inconvenience only. element of the service action required with critical information. information, substantial existence of CASA.
delivery function. disruption to a Group Disruption to one or disruption to CASA or
Organisational / Business objective for period up to 1 more Groups for up to 3 external intervention for
4,5: Medium risk Client impact delayed. Easily month. Some business months. Some major over 3 months. Threatens
remedied, some impact objectives not objectives not achieved. existence of a Group
on external achieved. within CASA. Major
manager level attention and stakeholders. objectives not achieved
monitoring as appropriate
<4: Low risk Insignificant Minor Moderate Major Severe Catastrophic
Numerical Historical 0 1 2 3 4 5
Is expected to occur in most
>1 in 10 circumstances Almost Certain (5) 5 6 7 8 9 10
Will probably occur

1 in 10 100 Likely (4) 4 5 6 7 8 9
Probability
1 in 100 Might occur at some time in

1000 the future Possible (3) 3 4 5 6 7 8
1 in 1000 Could occur but considered

10000 unlikely or doubtful Unlikely (2) 2 3 4 5 6 7
1 in 10000 - May occur in exceptional

100000 circumstances Rare (1) 1 2 3 4 5 6
< 1 in Could only occur under Extremely

100000 specific conditions and
Rare
(0) 0 1 2 3 4 5
extraordinary circumstances

RISK CALCULATION SHEET
Undesired Outcome Severity Likelihood Risk
Factor
#1
Eg. Members of the public encroaching area of
operation 0 4 4
Control Measure or comment on risk
Customer to be observer and briefed in accordance with

check sheet 0 1 1
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Risk Assessment Tool Prompt Sheet
Consideration Possible Impact on Risk
Time of Day Possible Low Sun, fading light, orientation,
ability to maintain visual LOS
Weather Check Forecast, Temperature, wind
direction, wind strength, impact on battery
life (cold battery, flying into wind), aircraft
wind limit, Fire ban,
Public Person moving into landing area during
flight, footpath, right of way, Suitable take-
off and landing areas, ability to maintain
30m separation,
Property Permission from land owner, privacy,
buildings, antennas, trees, obstructions,
ability to maintain visual line of sight,
controllers ability matches location, local
restrictions, by laws,
Other aircraft Likelihood of other aircraft in area
Equipment failure Likely failure modes, alternate landing site,
emergency procedures, Battery fire
following crash (dry grass),
Environment Noise, ability to communicate with
participants, distractions, possible
distraction of public (drivers)
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0.1 COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENT

0.2 COMPLIANCE MATRIX

Regulation Title Compliance* - Manual

CASR 101.085 Maximum operating height Part D Section 1 Also on UOC in

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You may add your own if needed

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1.1.2 CASR PART 101 DIRECTIONS, PERMISSIONS AND APPROVALS

1.1.3 ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

1.1.4 RESPONSIBILITIES OF COMPANY PERSONNEL

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The role and responsibilities of the Chief Controller are:

Controller/Remote Pilot in Command

The controller/Remote Pilot in command of the aircraft is responsible for:

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1.1.6 DRUG AND ALCOHOL MANAGEMENT PLAN

1.1.7 SECURITY - SYSTEMS AND PHYSICAL

1.1.8 PRIVACY PROVISIONS

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1.2.1 REMOTE CREW QUALIFICATIONS

1.2.2 REMOTE PILOT RECORDS

An example is behind the appendices.

1.2.3 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT FLIGHT AUTHORISATIONS AND

1.2.4 RECENCY REQUIREMENTS

1.2.5 DUTY AND FLIGHT TIME LIMITATIONS

RPs are responsible to ensure they do not fly while fatigued.

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1.3.1 METHOD OF RECORDING HOURS IN SERVICE AND

1.3.2 PERSONS PERMITTED TO OPERATE REMOTELY PILOTED SYSTEM

1.3.3 AUTHORITY FOR MAINTENANCE

1.3.4 DANGEROUS GOODS

Parts of the RPAS may be classified as dangerous goods during transportation.

1.3.5 WEATHER PROTECTION

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1.4.1 NON-COMPANY VISITORS

1.4.2 HAND OVER/TAKE OVER PROCEDURES

1.4.3 REMOTE PILOT BRIEFING INCLUDING EMERGENCY PROCEDURES

1.4.4 USE OF CHECK SHEETS

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2.1 OPERATING THE REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM

2.1.2 REMOTELY PILOTED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TECHNICAL

Data Link specifications (if fitted) should be listed.

2.1.3 NORMAL PROCEDURES

2.1.4 PRE-FLIGHT PROCEDURES

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2.1.5 FUEL/BATTERY DOCUMENTATION

2.1.6 AIRCRAFT TEST FLIGHTS

Example RPAS technical data/system specification

Example Pre-flight procedures

Example Post-flight procedures

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3.1 INTERNAL TRAINING

Functionality and start-up of systems

Description of all common components

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5. Apply for an Area

As a minimum the Job Safety Assessment must consider the following: