Drone exam · Air safety

Light fog moves across the site during a morning flight. The drone is close, but trees and a nearby mast fade in and out of view. What should the pilot do, and why should changing visibility matter even for a short flight?

Answer

The pilot should land or move to a safer position before visibility worsens. Changing visibility matters because the pilot may lose obstacle awareness, airspace awareness, or the drone itself.

Explanation

Reduced visibility can develop faster than the pilot expects. A short flight still needs enough visual information to avoid aircraft, people, and obstacles. The safe time to land is while the aircraft is still easy to control.