Drone exam · Operational procedures

A pilot and observer both think the other person is watching for approaching helicopters while the client asks questions. How should the crew prevent this gap?

Answer

Assign explicit duties before takeoff, including who maintains aircraft awareness, who scans for traffic and ground hazards, who handles the client, and who has final command authority.

Explanation

A shared task that belongs to everyone can end up belonging to no one. Clear roles make it easier to notice when workload or distractions leave a safety function uncovered.