{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:38:06.565Z","occupation":{"soc":"53-2011.00","title":"Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers","group":"Transportation & Material Moving","sector":"48-49","jobZone":4,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the full operational and leadership spectrum of commercial airline flight operations, from supervised training flights through executive-level safety leadership and fleet standards governance.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Pre-flight checklists — complete systematically to identify aircraft defects and malfunctions under the direct supervision of a senior pilot before scheduled departures.","Radio communication protocols — apply to contact control towers for takeoff clearances and arrival instructions under instructor oversight at a regional airport.","Basic flight instrumentation — interpret and use to maintain heading, altitude, and airspeed during supervised training flights in visual meteorological conditions.","Engine startup procedures — execute in correct sequence according to aircraft operating manuals under the direction of a certified flight instructor.","Flight plan parameters — read and follow to support navigation and fuel planning during supervised cross-country training operations.","Crew coordination fundamentals — practice active listening and verbal confirmation techniques with other crew members during training takeoffs and landings.","Engine gauges and warning devices — monitor and report abnormal readings to the supervising pilot during routine flight segments.","Emergency checklists — locate and reference to identify appropriate initial responses to simulated in-flight malfunctions in a training environment.","Meteorological briefings and NOTAMs — retrieve using information retrieval software and summarize relevant weather hazards prior to supervised flights.","Aviation regulations and standard operating procedures — read and demonstrate comprehension by applying them to straightforward flight scenarios under instructor guidance."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Instrument flight procedures — execute independently to guide aircraft safely through low-visibility conditions in accordance with IFR flight plans and ATC instructions.","Aircraft systems monitoring — track engine operation, fuel consumption, and flight system performance throughout en-route phases of scheduled commercial or cargo flights.","Takeoff and landing sequences — perform as an active crew team member, coordinating callouts and control inputs with the captain during standard and non-standard operations.","ATC radio exchanges — manage with clarity and accuracy to receive departure, en-route, and approach instructions while maintaining situational awareness in busy airspace.","In-flight malfunctions — assess using systems analysis and critical thinking to select and apply the appropriate non-normal checklist without direct supervisor involvement.","Fuel burn calculations and route adjustments — compute and apply using onboard avionics and route navigation software to optimize flight efficiency during recurring routes.","Crew resource management principles — apply social perceptiveness and coordination skills to share information and resolve discrepancies across the flight deck during routine operations.","Pre-flight aircraft inspection — conduct independently according to approved checklists and log discrepancies accurately in maintenance records before flight release.","Control panel and warning system data — evaluate continuously against normal operating parameters to regulate engine speed and confirm aircraft performance throughout flight.","Aviation regulations and company SOPs — apply reading comprehension and deductive reasoning to resolve procedural questions encountered during day-to-day line operations."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex instrument approaches — execute autonomously to CAT II/III minimums using advanced avionics and precision control inputs in adverse weather at high-traffic airports.","Full-scope flight operations — pilot passenger, mail, or freight aircraft across all flight phases, managing deviations from flight plans and adapting to changing ATC requirements without oversight.","Non-routine in-flight emergencies — diagnose and manage using systems evaluation and judgment to protect passenger safety, coordinate with cabin crew, and report to company operations.","Aircraft performance limitations — analyze under abnormal loading, weather, or mechanical conditions using mathematics and physics knowledge to make safe go/no-go decisions.","Multi-crew communication — lead structured briefings and facilitate precise information exchange with co-pilots, flight engineers, and ATC across complex or high-workload flight scenarios.","Route and systems data — integrate from navigation software, weather feeds, and aircraft sensors to adapt flight profiles in real time during long-haul or transoceanic operations.","Quality control analysis of flight data — review aircraft performance metrics and fuel consumption trends post-flight to identify anomalies and initiate maintenance referrals.","Regulatory compliance across jurisdictions — interpret and apply international aviation law and government requirements to flight planning and operations in foreign airspace.","Time-critical decision making — apply reaction time and deductive reasoning to sequence multiple competing priorities during simultaneous system failures or airspace conflicts.","Mentorship of developing crew members — provide structured feedback on instrument scanning, communication, and checklist discipline during line operations alongside junior first officers."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Fleet-wide operational standards — set and maintain by developing standard operating procedures, integrating regulatory changes, and aligning pilot performance benchmarks across an airline's flight operations division.","Organizational safety culture — lead by designing and championing safety management system initiatives that reduce risk exposure across all flight crew ranks and base stations.","Training curriculum and check standards — design for advanced simulator programs covering emergency decision making, CRM, and instrument procedures, ensuring alignment with regulatory authority requirements.","Line check and proficiency evaluation programs — oversee as a Check Airman or Training Captain, assessing pilot competency to organizational and regulatory standards across multiple aircraft types.","Cross-functional crisis response — direct airline-wide coordination during declared in-flight emergencies, liaising with dispatch, maintenance, airport operations, and regulatory bodies to protect safety outcomes.","Technology adoption strategy — evaluate and lead implementation of new avionics, route navigation software, and electronic flight bag systems, establishing training pathways and change management plans for the pilot workforce.","Regulatory relationship management — represent the organization before aviation authorities to negotiate rule interpretations, present safety data, and shape compliance frameworks governing flight operations.","Pilot resource and staffing strategy — advise senior leadership on crew scheduling, fatigue risk management, and workforce planning to ensure operational continuity and regulatory compliance at scale.","Performance analytics and systems evaluation — apply enterprise-level flight data monitoring and quality assurance analysis to identify systemic skill gaps and drive continuous improvement across the pilot group.","Organizational knowledge transfer — synthesize decades of operational expertise into mentorship programs, leadership development pipelines, and institutional knowledge repositories that sustain flight operations excellence."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}