Drone exam · Air safety

At night, the controller screen shows a clear camera image, but the pilot's eyes are no longer adapted to the dark and the aircraft is hard to locate visually. What risk does the bright screen create?

Answer

The bright screen can pull attention away from the aircraft and reduce the pilot's ability to see the drone, obstacles, and surrounding airspace in the dark.

Explanation

A good camera image can hide the fact that the pilot's outside view is poor. Night flights need deliberate visual scanning and conservative distances. Screen brightness and fixation can reduce the very awareness the pilot needs.