Group
Occupation

299133 Flight Instructor

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
Next release Unknown
First release

299133 Flight Instructor

Educates and trains students in flight procedures, navigation and aircraft operations, and supervises their flight practice, ensuring safety and compliance with aviation regulations.

Registration or licensing is required.

Alternative title

  • Flying Instructor

Specialisation

  • Helicopter Pilot Instructor

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Develops detailed and structured lesson plans encompassing theoretical knowledge and practical skills
  • Instructs students in the theory and principles of flying aircraft
  • Conducts pre-flight and post-flight inspections of aircraft to ensure safety and airworthiness
  • Demonstrates and explains the operation of aircraft controls and equipment
  • Provides practical flight training to students, including take off, landing and manoeuvring
  • Monitors and evaluates students' progress, and provides feedback on their performance
  • Maintains logs of student performance and their flying hours
  • Prepares students for flight certification exams
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