diff --git a/Checklist.md b/Checklist.md index 196138c..772f475 100644 --- a/Checklist.md +++ b/Checklist.md @@ -1,50 +1,55 @@ ## Before Traveling to Site - 1. Determine Site location and Operational Boundaries, including altitude. - 2. Determine Airspace class and regulatory requirements to operate there. - a. Flight of a Non-Micro RPAS in controlled (Class A-E) airspace requires: - i. Advanced Operations Certificate, - ii. Authorization from local ANSP (NavDrone app), and - iii. An RPAS Safety Assurance from the Manufacturer - 3. Proximity of Aerodromes, Air Routes, or any other cause of low flying aircraft. - 4. Check for any NOTAMs applicable to planned flight. - 5. Check Weather Forecast + 1. Determine Site location and Operational Boundaries, including altitude. + 2. Determine Airspace class and regulatory requirements to operate there. + - Flight of a Non-Micro RPAS in controlled (Class A-E) airspace requires: + 1. Advanced Operations Certificate, + 2. Authorization from local ANSP (NavDrone app), and + 3. An RPAS Safety Assurance from the Manufacturer + 3. Proximity of Aerodromes, Air Routes, or any other cause of low flying aircraft. + 4. Check for any NOTAMs applicable to planned flight. + 5. Check Weather Forecast + ## Site Survey - 1. Locate Obstacles in and nearby your operational area. - 2. Determine if and how you will be able to maintain a safe and legal horizontal distance from people not involved in the operation. - a. Less than 30 meters requires Advanced Operations Certificate; and - b. An RPAS Safety Assurance from the Manufacturer. - c. Less than 5 meters additionally requires a parachute certified for use over people. - 3. Observe weather visually, via METARs, weather radar, and review forecast. - 4. Determine max distance that can be flown in VLOS, RLOS, and operational limits based on factors such as: - a. Visibility and Cloud Cover - b. Wind Speed and Turbulence - c. Background (buildings and the sun can make spotting difficult) - d. Interference Sources - i. Large metal objects such as vehicles and building - ii. Sources of EM radiation (transmission lines) - 5. Review plans for emergency situations including: - a. Flyaway - i. Be aware of controlled airspace you are in or nearby - ii. Who to contact if a flyaway could enter controlled airspace and have their ctc info on hand. - 1. For Control Zones and Terminal Areas ctc Tower, ACC or FSS accordingly - 2. For Class A, B and Airways, or when in doubt ctc FIC - 3. NEVER Contact via Aviation Radio - b. Lost Link - c. Alternate Landing Site + 1. Locate Obstacles in and nearby your operational area. + 2. Determine if and how you will be able to maintain a safe and legal horizontal distance from people not involved in the operation. + - Less than 30 meters requires Advanced Operations Certificate; and + - An RPAS Safety Assurance from the Manufacturer. + - Less than 5 meters additionally requires a parachute certified for use over people. + 3. Observe weather visually, via METARs, weather radar, and review forecast. + 4. Determine max distance that can be flown in VLOS, RLOS, and operational limits based on factors such as: + - Visibility and Cloud Cover + - Wind Speed and Turbulence + - Background (buildings and the sun can make spotting difficult) + - Interference Sources + 1. Large metal objects such as vehicles and building + 2. Sources of EM radiation (transmission lines) + 5. Review plans for emergency situations including: + - Flyaway + 1. Be aware of controlled airspace you are in or nearby + 2. Who to contact if a flyaway could enter controlled airspace and have their ctc info on hand. + - For Control Zones and Terminal Areas ctc Tower, ACC or FSS accordingly + - For Class A, B and Airways, or when in doubt ctc FIC + - NEVER Contact via Aviation Radio + - Lost Link + - Alternate Landing Site + ## Pre-Flight Inspection - 1. Check all antennas are secure and in good condition. - 2. Ensure that securing mechanisms for payload and batteries are in good condition with no cracks. - 3. Ensure propellers are in good condition (no chips or cracks) and not deformed. - 4. Check the arms for any damage to the frame or wires, or loose wires. - 5. Inspect battery for any swelling, leaking or other defects. - 6. Insert battery, ensure it is secure, then power on the drone, confirming battery is charged. - 7. Ensure enough GPS satellites are received and there are no errors or warnings. - 8. Confirm Lights Function Properly, if applicable. + 1. Check all antennas are secure and in good condition. + 2. Ensure that securing mechanisms for payload and batteries are in good condition with no cracks. + 3. Ensure propellers are in good condition (no chips or cracks) and not deformed. + 4. Check the arms for any damage to the frame or wires, or loose wires. + 5. Inspect battery for any swelling, leaking or other defects. + 6. Insert battery, ensure it is secure, then power on the drone, confirming battery is charged. + 7. Ensure enough GPS satellites are received and there are no errors or warnings. + 8. Confirm Lights Function Properly, if applicable. + ## Flight - 1. If possible, set the maximum altitude and horizontal distance, as previously determined, and desired RTH parameters. - 2. Initiate flight and test that all controls function as expected. - 3. Initiate mission, maintaining visual observation of the operation. - 4. Remember to keep an eye and ear out for other people, aircraft and wildlife. - 5. Be ready to pause or terminate the mission should you no long be able to maintain your legal or safety requirements. + 1. If possible, set the maximum altitude and horizontal distance, as previously determined, and desired RTH parameters. + 2. Initiate flight and test that all controls function as expected. + 3. Initiate mission, maintaining visual observation of the operation. + 4. Remember to keep an eye and ear out for other people, aircraft and wildlife. + 5. Be ready to pause or terminate the mission should you no long be able to maintain your legal or safety requirements. + ## Post-Flight + ## Debrief