Co-pilot (first officer)

Aircraft pilots and related associate professionals control the operation of mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment to fly aircraft transporting passengers, mail and freight, and perform related tasks before and during flights.

• flying aircraft in accordance with established control and operating procedures;
• preparing and submitting flight plans or studying standard ones;
• controlling the operation of mechanical, electrical and electronic equipment and ensuring that all control instruments are in working order;
• applying practical knowledge of aircraft operation to identify and resolve problems arising during flights;
• checking maintenance logs and carrying out inspections to ensure mechanical soundness, completed repairs and serviceability of all equipment;
• signing required certificates and keeping official flight logs;
• participating in pre-flight briefings and debriefings and maintaining communication with air traffic services and air traffic control.
• Examples of occupations in this unit group:
• Chief pilot
• Aviator – flight engineer
• Aviator – pilot, instructor
• Aviator – pilot, aircraft commander/captain