Drone exam · Air safety

The pilot powers on the aircraft beside a car, then walks 80 metres to a better launch area. The app still shows the earlier home point. What could go wrong, and what should the pilot verify?

Answer

The aircraft could return to the wrong place during return to home or lost link. The pilot should verify the home point, return height, route, and recovery area before takeoff.

Explanation

A home point is not just a map marker. It determines where the aircraft may fly when the pilot has less control. Moving the launch site without updating the home point can turn a safety feature into a hazard.