Welcome & Course Information
The Wire and Obstacle Environment
Wire Strike Case Study - Helicopter Aerial Agriculture Operation
Wire Systems & Hardware
Powerline Easements
Powerline Markers
Other Wire & Obstacles Types
Visibility Characteristics - Part 1
Visibility Characteristics - Part 2
Physiological Limitations
Crew Resource Management In The Wire & Obstacle Environment
Distractions In The Wire & Obstacle Environment
Flight Planning
Risk Management
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The Flying In The Wire and Obstacle Environment Course provides specialised training in the recognition, awareness and avoidance of wires and other obstacles. The course incorporates dedicated Human Factors training, examining the visual, perceptual and cognitive limitations that can affect a person’s ability to detect hazards at low level, while providing practical countermeasures to reduce the risk of a wire or obstacle strike. Participants also receive targeted Crew Resource Management (CRM) training relevant to low-level operations, strengthening communication, situational awareness, assertiveness and shared decision-making. Through disciplined reconnaissance techniques, practical threat-recognition strategies and effective CRM principles, the course equips aviation personnel with the knowledge and tools to better identify hazards, manage risk and operate safely in one of aviation’s most demanding environments.
Unless otherwise stated, all course prices are displayed in Australian Dollars (AUD). For students purchasing the course within Australia, the advertised course price includes Australian Goods and Services Tax (GST). For students purchasing the course from outside Australia, applicable sales tax, GST, VAT or other taxes may apply depending on the purchaser’s location. Where applicable, these taxes will be calculated and added during the checkout process. The total amount payable, including any applicable taxes, will be displayed before the purchase is completed. For students purchasing from outside Australia, your bank or card provider may convert the transaction from Australian Dollars into your local currency. The final amount charged in your local currency will depend on the applicable exchange rate and any international transaction, foreign exchange or currency conversion fees charged by your financial institution.
On average, most students can complete the course in about 2.5 hours. This course has been designed to be flexible and self-paced, allowing you to complete the training around your operational schedule.
You can contact us anytime for support or clarification and we will get back to you via phone or email. We can be contacted at: [email protected]
No. This course has been designed for Pilots, Aircrew, Task Specialists and other personnel working in the professional aviation environment. Whether you operate in aerial firefighting, agricultural aviation, search and rescue, mustering, utility operations, or general low level flying, the principles in this course are directly applicable to real-world operations.
This course has been designed to meet NAFC and other fire agency requirements in human factors training in the recognition and avoidance of flight obstacles at low level.
The training is delivered through video-based lessons hosted within our online platform. You can control the video playback using the standard controls below the video player. You can pause the lesson at any time by clicking the pause button on the video player. This allows you to stop the presentation if you wish to take notes or review a diagram. Some courses contain references to accident investigation reports which can be downloaded directly from the lesson.
There is an assessment at the conclusion of this course which is intended to assess your understanding of the key lessons and safety principles presented throughout the training. The exam consists of 25 multi-choice questions and requires a pass mark of 90%. There is an opportunity to repeat questions that have been incorrectly answered.
Upon successful completion of the course you will receive a Certificate of Attainment. The certificate will be for the course "Flying In The Wire & Obstacle Environment & Low Level CRM". The certificate is valid for 3 years.
The course is suitable for both individual enrolments and organisational training. Companies or organisations wishing to enrol multiple pilots, aircrew, task specialists, observers, emergency services personnel or other operational personnel are encouraged to contact ACATSS to discuss their training requirements.
