How do they match: Commercial Pilots

  • RPA Controller
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft Controller

  • Check aircraft prior to flights to ensure that the engines, controls, instruments, and other systems are functioning properly.
  • Contact control towers for takeoff clearances, arrival instructions, and other information, using radio equipment.
  • Coordinate flight activities with ground crews and air traffic control, and inform crew members of flight and test procedures.
  • File instrument flight plans with air traffic control so that flights can be coordinated with other air traffic.
  • Perform minor aircraft maintenance and repair work, or arrange for major maintenance.
  • Pilot airplanes or helicopters over farmlands at low altitudes to dust or spray fields with fertilizers, fungicides, or pesticides.
  • Start engines, operate controls, and pilot airplanes to transport passengers, mail, or freight according to flight plans, regulations, and procedures.

  • Coordinate flight control or management activities.
  • Maintain vehicles in good working condition.
  • Review work orders or schedules to determine operations or procedures.