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