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Helicopter Pilot

Experience one of Australia's most exciting flying jobs, taking part in search and rescue missions,
medical evacuations, disaster-relief and anti-submarine operations.

Job Overview
Find out what you'll be doing

About the job

Types of Entry
Helicopter Pilots (known in the Navy as Navy Pilots) fly rotary wing aircraft. They
are critical to the Navy capability and operate either from the Navy's Air Station at Australian Defence Force Academy
HMAS Albatross, Nowra NSW or embarked in a variety of ships at sea. Complete a university degree at ADFA
The Navy's front-line warfare helicopter is the MH-60R Seahawk. It is equipped to whilst undertaking military and
extend the combat radius of the ship from which it operates by detecting and leadership training
locating surface or submarine targets and coordinating its electronic systems with Officer
those of the ship to guide weapons accurately to targets. The Seahawk is an
integral part of the ship's weapon and sensor system. This state of the art new Join the ADF with Year 12 passes and
generation, advanced Navy helicopter is equipped with torpedoes, anti-ship appropriate qualifications
missiles and dipping sonar.

The MRH90 is a state of the art helicopter which is employed in Afloat Logistics
Salary
Support, Search and Rescue, MEDEVAC and Helicopter Visit, Board, Search and
Seizure. Its secondary roles include Aerial Mine Disposal, Amphibious Support, Salary can be over $104379 p.a. on
Contingency Support to Special Operations, Surface Warfare and Defence Aid to completion of initial employment training.
the Civil Community. This salary includes Uniform and Service
allowance.
The Eurocopter EC135 helicopter is employed for rotary training. Aircraft that you
will have the opportunity to fly include:

As a Helicopter Pilot you will experience a variety of employment and training Service Benefits
environments during your Navy career. These are designed to prepare you for the
role of higher management as a senior officer in the Royal Australian Navy. Competitive salary packages
Additional Duties
Medical and dental cover
In addition to their normal duties, all Navy Officers will be designated as Divisional
Officers throughout their career. This involves the leadership, management,
administration and career advice to junior sailors and officers within their Division A good work/life balance
which may involve up to fifty junior sailors and officers.

All junior officers onboard RAN vessels will be required to keep Officer of the Day Career development and progression
(OOD) duties. The OOD is the Commanding Officers (CO) representative for a 24
hour period and is directly responsible to the CO for the safety and security of the Advanced technology
Ship and personnel onboard.

They'll also be engaged in managing the general maintenance and upkeep of their World-class education and training
Navy vessels and equipment as part of the larger team.

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Full Job Details

Australian Defence Force Academy

Complete a university degree at ADFA whilst undertaking military and leadership training

Key Information

Locations
The primary posting location for Aviation officers is at the Navy Air Station, located in HMAS Albatross, Nowra NSW. All officers
will additionally serve in fleet units and shore establishments around Australia based on service need. Individual preferences for
posting location will be taken into account where possible.

Many opportunities also exist for short periods (4 - 6 months) of operational service overseas.

Requirements

Age Period of Service

Applicants must be a minimum of 17 years of age on day of
entry.
Education & Experience
Applicants must have completed Year 12 with passes in
English and three other academic subjects. A pass in Year
10 science is also required.
The completion of Year 12 university entry level
mathematics (unmodified) and physics or multi-strand
science is highly desirable. 
South Australian applicants may achieve a pass in Year 11
English and a pass in a language rich subject at Year 12.
Applicants for aircrew careers through ADFA courses must
additionally have Year 12 academic results acceptable to
the University of New South Wales, University College at
the Defence Academy for entry to their respective faculty.
Note: All applicants for undergraduate programs at ADFA
must also apply to the Universities Admissions Centre
(NSW and ACT) for entry to the University of New South
Wales. The Universities Admissions Centre website is
http://www.uac.edu.au/
This document is provided as a guide to assist you in
preparing for the mental maths required in this role.
You will be appointed for an Initial Minimum Period of
Service (IMPS) of 14 years. Subsequent periods of service
may be offered subject to the requirements of the ADF and
your suitability for further service. You may tender your
resignation at any time provided you do not have an
outstanding Initial Minimum Period of Service obligation.
Defence Academy Entry Officers become liable to an IMPS
from the graduation day of their second year of studies. This
means that they may leave the Academy at any time up to
the end of second year, without any obligation.
Your Careers Coach can advise on how IMPS will relate to
your chosen occupation.
Aptitude
The application process to join the Australian Defence
Force requires you to complete a series of aptitude tests
which may include verbal, spatial and numerical ability and
a general maths test. Some jobs may also require you to
complete additional testing at a later date.
Psychology support staff will explain what is involved with
each test. The aptitude tests provide information about your
suitability for the Defence Force and for particular jobs.
Defence Force Recruiting can then help you identify jobs
that best match your abilities.

You must be assessed as:

Medical & Fitness
Personal Qualities
To be appointed, you must be medically and physically fit for
entry into the ADF. This is partially assessed from the You must be assessed as having:
completion of an extensive questionnaire covering your
medical history, followed by a physical examination. Experience

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You will also be required to successfully pass a physical
fitness test before appointment.
For more details on medical and physical fitness standards
refer to Physical Fitness Standards for Entry into the
ADF, Medical Process for Entry into the
ADF and Physical Employment Standards
once you're in the ADF.
For the purposes of Special Medical Requirements, Pilots
are classified as 'Aviation Class 1'.
Weight/BMI Aviation Class 1: Helicopter Pilots - acceptable
BMI range is 18.5 to 29.9 and a nude body weight of
between 55 and 100kg (measured in underwear). A body
weight outside this range in incompatible with pilot training.
Height Aviation Class 1:
Height - minimum 163 and maximum 193cm
Sitting Height - maximum 100cm
Buttock to knee length - maximum 67cm
Buttock to heel length - maximum 122cm
Have speech that is clear and free from impediment.
You must also pass the swim test and physical fitness test
to graduate from your Navy Training and to proceed to the
Safety of Life at Sea Training that is a requirement for
Recruit School and Officer training.
Royal Australian Navy Swim Test (RANST)
The RANST is conducted to ensure the Navy's duty of care
to all serving personnel, with respect to rudimentary
swimming skills. The purpose of the RANST is to ensure
fundamental water survival skills as a prerequisite to
training such as survival at sea training.
Individual components of the RANST are fundamentally
related to the survival at sea scenario. Competency in the
RANST is achieved through successful completion of each
component comprising:
Note: You will find it much easier to pass the swimming test
if you undertake swimming training before you join.
All personnel will undertake the RANST upon entry and
competency is to be achieved within 15 weeks from
commencement of initial training. Failure of any one
component will constitute failure of the entire RANST and
no waivers will be granted.
Additional Requirements
Detailed evaluation
All Australian Defence Force Officer Aviation (OA) roles
require you to complete a detailed evaluation consisting
mostly of examinations and interviews. After passing an
initial test and interview at your local DFRC, you’ll move on
to take part in the two-day Aviation Screening Program
(ASP).
The ASP will take place at the East Sale Royal Australian
Air Force (RAAF) Base in Victoria. There you’ll join a group
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The nature of Military flying is in many ways distinct from
that of civilian flying. Therefore the Military Pilots' course
has a different training philosophy to that of many civilian
flying schools. You will be expected to progress on course
at a rate which will confirm your suitability for subsequent
operational conversions to front-line aircraft. Previous flying
experience in a civilian environment does not necessarily
provide an advantage for the military flying course.
There is no Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for
previous practical or theoretical aviation studies available for
the ADF Pilots' course. All successful applicants will fly
exactly the same syllabus sorties regardless of previous
experience.
The ADF neither encourages nor discourages potential
applicants to consider flying lessons.
Interests
It is essential that you be assessed as having:
Further information on the aptitude testing requirements
can be found here.
Citizenship
Only Australian Citizens are permitted to serve in the ADF.
If you are a permanent resident of Australia, the ADF may
consider a temporary waiver of the citizenship requirement
if the position for which you are applying cannot be filled by
an applicant who meets all the citizenship requirements,
and then only in exceptional circumstances. You will be
required to obtain Australian Citizenship as early as
possible following enlistment or appointment.
Find out more in our Citizenship page or ask your local
Defence Force Recruiting Centre.
Security Requirements
The security clearance is critical to an applicant’s
successful progression through to Navy employment and
training. It is strongly recommended that all applicants
provide the required documents as early as possible in the
recruiting process to avoid any delays in their training and
employment.
Details regarding the security requirements for all Navy jobs
can be found here.
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of about ten candidates who are all undergoing further

screening for OA.

Over the two days you and your group will do a range of
tests exclusive to OA candidates that assess your cognitive
aptitude and potential to learn in the aviation training
environment. You’ll experience firsthand the training,
recreational and accommodation facilities at the RAAF
Base. Plus, you’ll get to talk with students and instructors at
the Air Academy (AirA) about the different roles and life in
the Navy.

You’ll even receive a flight suit, service patch and hat to

wear while at the centre—giving you a taste of life in the
Navy.

At the end of the ASP, you’ll meet with a debriefing officer

individually to receive your test results and discuss the
Officer Aviation (OA) career options that are available to
you: Aviation Warfare Officer, Mission Aircrew, Mission
Controller or Pilot.

You’ll be able to take a copy of your report and progression

options with you, to talk through with your family. If you’re
successful, you’ll need to contact a Defence Force Recruiter
to progress your application to Officer Selection Boards.

For more information on Officer Aviation please

contact A.C.M.C@defence.gov.au

Physical Requirements.

For the purposes of Special Medical Requirements, Pilots

are classified as 'Aviation Class 1'.

Weight/BMI Aviation Class 1:

Helicopter Pilots - acceptable BMI range is 18.5 to 29.9 and

a nude body weight of between 55 and 100kg (measured in
underwear). A body weight outside this range in
incompatible with pilot training.

Height Aviation Class 1:

Height - minimum 163 and maximum 193cm.Sitting Height -

maximum 100cm.Buttock to knee length - maximum
67cm.Buttock to heel length - maximum 122cm.

Have speech that is clear and free from impediment.

Training

Military Training Employment Training

Australian Defence Force Academy Pilots complete New Aviation Medicine Training - 1 Week
Entry Officer Course (NEOC) at the Royal Australian Naval
College (RANC), HMAS Creswell at Jervis Bay on the NSW Combat Survival Training - 3 Weeks
south coast immediately following entry to the Navy. Basic Military Flying Training - 25 Weeks
This 20 week course covers drill and ceremonial, physical Military Flying Training - 37 Weeks
training, officer development, oral and written
communications, naval message writing, management and Pilot Basic Rotary Training - 26 Weeks
leadership, officer of the day duties, Navy organisation,
Defence studies, character guidance, Navy history, swim Operational Flying Training - Dependent of aircraft type
selection.

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test, first aid, small arms training, adventure training, and a
training cruise.
Helicopter Pilots commence their degree studies at the
Australian Defence Force Academy at the beginning of their
second year in the Navy. When they commence degree
studies, six hours per week are allocated to military training.
This consists of Academy Military Education and Training
(AMET) for all three Services as well as Single Service
Training (SST).
SST blocks are held at the beginning and end of the year.
The SST program is intended to familiarise cadets with
certain aspects of the Navy.
Subjects covered during AMET include studies in defence,
psychology and leadership, drug and alcohol awareness,
military law, physical and recreational training, military drill
and ceremonial training, weapons training, field training,
character development, English and military
communications, and study skills.
During Military (ADFA and NEOC) Training and
Employment Training, members may be required to pay a
contribution towards meals, accommodation and utilities.
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Successful Navy applicants undergo Pilot Training as
follows:
One week at School of Aviation Medicine at RAAF Base
Edinburgh, Adelaide SA.
Three weeks at the Combat Survival Training School at
RAAF Base Townsville. Here students learn how to survive
if/when downed in hostile/enemy territory during combat or
aircraft emergencies.
The fixed wing military flying training is conducted in two
phases.
The Basic Military Flying Training of 25 weeks is conducted
at RAAF Base East Sale, Victoria. The PC21 Air Trainer is
used in this phase of training.
The second phase of Military Flying Training is 37 weeks
duration and is conducted at RAAF Base Pearce (Western
Australia) located 45 km north of Perth using the PC-21.
Initial Flying Training
The initial Basic Flying Training includes ground and basic
flying training for both Navy and Air Force pilot students.
Ground Training covers such things as Mathematics,
Physics, Aerodynamics, Meteorology, Flight Instruments,
Compasses, Morse Code transmission and reception,
Aircraft Operations, Airmanship, Air Traffic Control, and
Aviation Medicine. Flying Training covers such things as
general day-time visual flying, night visual flying, instrument
flying, basic aerobatics, emergency handling and basic
navigation.
Progressive Flying Tests
Flying Tests are conducted at each 25 hours of flying and
includes General Flying Progress Tests and Instrument
Progress
Tests. Students are expected to be able to fly solo, by day,
after 8-10 hours. The aircraft type flown at RAAF Pearce is
PC-21.
Advanced Flying Training
Advanced Flying Training includes formation flying,
consolidation of general flying skills with a greater emphasis
on instrument flying and navigation, advanced aerobatics,
and further development of emergency handling skills. On
completion of flying training at RAAF Base Pearce you will
be provisionally awarded with your 'Wings'.
Helicopter Training
From RAAF Base Pearce, officers move to 723 Squadron at
HMAS Albatross to undertake Basic Pilot Rotary Training on
the EC135 helicopter. Pilots then consolidate their flying
skills on the EC135 for up to 12 months before commencing
Operational Flying Training on either the MH-60R or
MRH90.
Officer
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Join the ADF with Year 12 passes and appropriate qualifications
Key Information
Requirements
Age
Applicants must be aged between 17 and 49 years of age
inclusive on entry.
Education & Experience
Applicants must have completed Year 12 with passes in
English and three other board accredited academic
subjects.  A pass in Year 10 science is also
required.  The completion of Year 12 university entry
level mathematics (unmodified) and physics or multi-strand
science is highly desirable.  Applicants who are
currently studying Year 12 may apply, however progression
through the application process will be contingent on
reaching these levels. Degree qualified entrants will
normally be granted seniority as a Midshipman.
This document is provided as a guide to assist you in
preparing for the mental maths required in this role.
Medical & Fitness
To be appointed, you must be medically and physically fit for
entry into the ADF. This is partially assessed from the
completion of an extensive questionnaire covering your
medical history, followed by a physical examination.
You will also be required to successfully pass a physical
fitness test before appointment.
For more details on medical and physical fitness standards
refer to Physical Fitness Standards for Entry into the
ADF, Medical Process for Entry into the
ADF and Physical Employment Standards
once you're in the ADF.
For the purposes of Special Medical Requirements, Pilots
are classified as 'Aviation Class 1'.
Weight/BMI Aviation Class 1: Helicopter Pilots - acceptable
BMI range is 18.5 to 29.9 and a nude body weight of
between 55 and 100kg (measured in underwear). A body
weight outside this range in incompatible with pilot training.
Height Aviation Class 1:
Height - minimum 163 and maximum 193cm
Sitting Height - maximum 100cm
Buttock to knee length - maximum 67cm
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Period of Service
You will be appointed for an Initial Minimum Period of
Service (IMPS) of 11 years. Subsequent periods of service
may be offered subject to the requirements of the ADF and
your suitability for further service. You may tender your
resignation at any time provided you do not have an
outstanding Initial Minimum Period of Service obligation.
Your Careers Coach can advise on how IMPS will relate to
your chosen occupation.
Aptitude
The application process to join the Australian Defence
Force requires you to complete a series of aptitude tests
which may include verbal, spatial and numerical ability and
a general maths test. Some jobs may also require you to
complete additional testing at a later date.
Psychology support staff will explain what is involved with
each test. The aptitude tests provide information about your
suitability for the Defence Force and for particular jobs.
Defence Force Recruiting can then help you identify jobs
that best match your abilities.
You must be assessed as:
Personal Qualities
You must be assessed as having:
Experience
The nature of Military flying is in many ways distinct from
that of civilian flying. Therefore the Military Pilots' course
has a different training philosophy to that of many civilian
flying schools. You will be expected to progress on course
at a rate which will confirm your suitability for subsequent
operational conversions to front-line aircraft. Previous flying
experience in a civilian environment does not necessarily
provide an advantage for the military flying course.
There is no Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for
previous practical or theoretical aviation studies available for
the ADF Pilots' course. All successful applicants will fly
exactly the same syllabus sorties regardless of previous
experience.
The ADF neither encourages nor discourages potential
applicants to consider flying lessons.
Interests
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Buttock to heel length - maximum 122cm It is essential that you be assessed as having:

Have speech that is clear and free from impediment.
You must also pass the swim test and physical fitness test
to graduate from your Navy Training and to proceed to the
Safety of Life at Sea Training that is a requirement for
Recruit School and Officer training.
Royal Australian Navy Swim Test (RANST)
The RANST is conducted to ensure the Navy's duty of care
to all serving personnel, with respect to rudimentary
swimming skills. The purpose of the RANST is to ensure
fundamental water survival skills as a prerequisite to
training such as survival at sea training.
Individual components of the RANST are fundamentally
related to the survival at sea scenario. Competency in the
RANST is achieved through successful completion of each
component comprising:
Further information on the aptitude testing requirements
can be found here.
Citizenship
Only Australian Citizens are permitted to serve in the ADF.
If you are a permanent resident of Australia, the ADF may
consider a temporary waiver of the citizenship requirement
if the position for which you are applying cannot be filled by
an applicant who meets all the citizenship requirements,
and then only in exceptional circumstances. You will be
required to obtain Australian Citizenship as early as
possible following enlistment or appointment.
Find out more in our Citizenship page or ask your local
Defence Force Recruiting Centre.

Note: You will find it much easier to pass the swimming test
if you undertake swimming training before you join.
All personnel will undertake the RANST upon entry and
competency is to be achieved within 15 weeks from
commencement of initial training. Failure of any one
component will constitute failure of the entire RANST and
no waivers will be granted.
Security Requirements
The security clearance is critical to an applicant’s
successful progression through to Navy employment and
training. It is strongly recommended that all applicants
provide the required documents as early as possible in the
recruiting process to avoid any delays in their training and
employment.

Details regarding the security requirements for all Navy jobs

Additional Requirements can be found here.

Detailed evaluation

All Australian Defence Force Officer Aviation (OA) roles

require you to complete a detailed evaluation consisting
mostly of examinations and interviews. After passing an
initial test and interview at your local DFRC, you’ll move on
to take part in the two-day Aviation Screening Program
(ASP).

The ASP will take place at the East Sale Royal Australian
Air Force (RAAF) Base in Victoria. There you’ll join a group
of about ten candidates who are all undergoing further
screening for OA.

Over the two days you and your group will do a range of
tests exclusive to OA candidates that assess your cognitive
aptitude and potential to learn in the aviation training
environment. You’ll experience firsthand the training,
recreational and accommodation facilities at the RAAF
Base. Plus, you’ll get to talk with students and instructors at
the Air Academy (AirA) about the different roles and life in
the Navy.

You’ll even receive a flight suit, service patch and hat to

wear while at the centre—giving you a taste of life in the
Navy.

At the end of the ASP, you’ll meet with a debriefing officer

individually to receive your test results and discuss the
Officer Aviation (OA) career options that are available to
you: Aviation Warfare Officer, Mission Aircrew, Mission
Controller or Pilot.

You’ll be able to take a copy of your report and progression

options with you, to talk through with your family. If you’re

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successful, you’ll need to contact a Defence Force Recruiter

to progress your application to Officer Selection Boards.

For more information on Officer Aviation please

contact A.C.M.C@defence.gov.au

Physical Requirements.

For the purposes of Special Medical Requirements, Pilots

are classified as 'Aviation Class 1'.

Weight/BMI Aviation Class 1:

Helicopter Pilots - acceptable BMI range is 18.5 to 29.9 and

a nude body weight of between 55 and 100kg (measured in
underwear). A body weight outside this range in
incompatible with pilot training.

Height Aviation Class 1:

Height - minimum 163 and maximum 193cm.Sitting Height -

maximum 100cm.Buttock to knee length - maximum
67cm.Buttock to heel length - maximum 122cm.

Have speech that is clear and free from impediment.

Training

Military Training Employment Training

Initial Entry Officer training for all graduate and
non-graduate Officers is conducted at the Royal Australian
NavalCollege (RANC), HMAS Creswell at Jervis Bay on the
NSW south coast.
The New Entry Officer Course (NEOC) is 20 weeks in
duration and is designed to equip Officers with general
Service skills common to all employment qualifications and
develop the necessary attributes for the efficient
management of Navy personnel and assets. This course
covers drill and ceremonial, physical training, Officer
development, oral and written communications, naval
message writing, management and leadership, Officer of
the day duties, Navy organisation, Defence studies,
character guidance, Navy history, swim test *, first aid, small
arms training, adventure training, and a training cruise.
*Please note that the swim test is conducted in the first
week of the New Entry Officer Course.
Aviation Medicine Training - 1 Week
Combat Survival Training - 3 Weeks
Pilot Basic Course - 24 Weeks
Pilot Intermediate Course - 30 Weeks
Pilot Basic Rotary Training - 26 Weeks
Operational Flying Training - Dependent of aircraft type
selection.
Successful Navy applicants undergo Pilot Training as
follows:
One week at School of Aviation Medicine at RAAF Base
Edinburgh, Adelaide SA.
Three weeks at the Combat Survival Training School at
RAAF Base Townsville. Here students learn how to survive
if/when downed in hostile/enemy territory during combat or
aircraft emergencies.

Pilot Basic Course

Pilot Basic Course is a 24 week course whereby students

will fly around 60 hours in PC21 aircraft and simulators. The
flying disciplines on Pilot Basic Course include General
Flying (GF), Instrument Flying (IF), Night Flying (NF), and
an introduction to medium level visual Navigation (NAV). GF
includes manoeuvres such as flying circuits, basic
aerobatics, stalling and emergency handling. IF instruction
covers basic instrument interpretation skills and flying
instrument approaches. Ground training will also be
conducted in Aerodynamics, Aircraft Systems, Airmanship,

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Air Power, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Medicine, Cockpit

System, Meteorology, Morse Code, and Navigation.  

Pilot Intermediate Course

The second phase of fixed wing military flying training is the

Pilot Intermediate Course which is conducted at RAAF
Base Pearce (Western Australia) located 45km north of
Perth. The course is approximately 30 weeks duration with
135 hours of flying and simulation. Aside from developing
the flying skills learnt on Pilot Basic Course, students will
also be introduced to formation flying and low-level
navigation. Students will also learn how to operate an
aircraft and not just fly it. Following completion of Pilot
Intermediate Course students will complete an operational
conversion on a transport or surveillance aircraft. On
completion of flying training at RAAF Base Pearce you will
be provisionally awarded with your 'Wings.'

Helicopter Training

Following successful completion of Pilot Intermediate

training officers will move from RAAF Base Pearce, to 723
Squadron at HMAS Albatross to undertake Basic Pilot
Rotary Training on the EC135 helicopter. Pilots then
consolidate their flying skills on the EC135 before
commencing Operational Flying Training on either the
MH-60R or MRH90.

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