Drone exam · Meteorology

Showers are nearby but not yet at the site. What should the crew decide before takeoff?

Answer

Set observable triggers for returning or landing, such as a wind increase, visibility reduction, precipitation reaching a defined area, or a forecast update, and keep enough energy to act before the aircraft reaches its limits.

Explanation

A weather contingency works best when the trigger is chosen while there is still time and attention to make a calm decision.