Drone exam · Operational procedures

Satellite imagery shows an open industrial yard. On arrival, the pilot finds temporary cranes, overhead cables, reflective metal walls, and forklifts moving between buildings. What should happen before launch?

Answer

Update the site assessment using the conditions actually present, identify how each hazard affects the route and recovery options, and change or cancel the operation if the risks cannot be controlled.

Explanation

Remote planning cannot capture every temporary or local hazard. The site survey is where the pilot tests the plan against reality.