Drone exam · Operational procedures

The aircraft's default lost link action is to climb to 120 metres and return directly home. The site is under a lower ceiling and the direct path crosses a crane. What should happen before flight?

Answer

Configure a lost link behavior that is both permitted and safe for the site, or choose another aircraft or mission plan. Verify the setting before launch and brief the crew on what the aircraft will do.

Explanation

A factory default is not automatically suitable for every operation. Automated recovery must fit the local altitude, obstacle, people, and airspace constraints.