Drone exam · Operational procedures

A pilot can launch from either side of a small yard. One side points the aircraft toward a wall and people; the other provides open space into the wind. What should influence the choice?

Answer

Choose the position and heading that give stable control in the wind, clear obstacle margins, and a simple escape or rejected takeoff path while meeting the aircraft's instructions.

Explanation

Takeoff geometry affects how much room the pilot has if the aircraft drifts, behaves unexpectedly, or needs to land immediately.