2025 Review of Aviation - Core Unit Standards to develop skill standards

Ringa Hora Services Workforce Development Council is commencing a review of the following unit standards listed on the Directory of Assessment and Skill Standards (DASS) with the intention of developing skill standards. The unit standards included in this review are: 

• 16818 – Describe civil aviation industry law, and aviation procedures and systems 
• 19585 – Describe the development of aviation from pre-World War I through to current times
• 19586 – Identify and describe aviation support structures, aircraft types and operations in New Zealand 
• 19587 – Demonstrate knowledge of internal structures in the civil aviation industry in New Zealand 
• 20676 – Describe career and training options in the aviation industry 
• 20677 – Describe aircraft components and the principles of aircraft flight 
• 21834 – Demonstrate knowledge of introductory aviation terminology 
• 21835 – Describe business principles for commercial airlines 
• 21836 – Demonstrate knowledge of introductory Human Factors, tools and principles for the aviation industry 
• 21837 – Demonstrate knowledge of the acceptance and carriage of dangerous goods by air 
• 23551 – Demonstrate knowledge of aeronautical decision making in an aviation enterprise 
• 23552 – Demonstrate knowledge of risk management in an aviation enterprise 

The purpose of this review is to ensure the new skill standards will be useful and relevant to the sector. 

We propose the review to take place between June and September 2025 through online meetings and workshops and email consultation. It is anticipated that national consultation will occur during September with submission to NZQA for approval thereafter. 

Get Involved 

We invite industry professionals, educators, and other stakeholders to participate in this review process. Your insights are invaluable in shaping standards that truly serve the sector. 

Have your say 

Do you have any initial thoughts on the standards under review as we begin the process? Share your feedback through our Feedback form by Monday 23 June. 

Your participation in this review is invited  

Interested in being part of the review process? See our guide to Steering Groups, Working Groups, and Consultation Groups. 

Please submit your Expression of Interest by Monday 23 June. 

If you have any questions, please email [email protected]