Overview
Certified observers must have completed a competency assessment within the 36 months prior to performing a weather observation for aeronautical purposes. In addition, where an observation has not been performed in an operational shift within the last 6 months, a competency assessment must be completed prior to resuming observing duties.
Prerequisites
AWO Current Competency Class A candidates must hold an Aerodrome Weather Observer Class A certificate, or an Authorised Observer certificate, or have completed the Bureau’s Initial Observer Training course (BIP-MT) or recognised equivalent.