Drone exam · Privacy and data protection

A solar panel inspection route can be flown with the camera angled tightly at the panels or with a wide view that includes neighbouring gardens. Which design better supports privacy minimisation?

Answer

Use the narrowest field of view and route that still produces the required inspection data. Avoid collecting neighbouring areas that do not contribute to the job.

Explanation

Privacy can often be improved without reducing mission quality. Route, altitude, focal length, camera angle, and masking can reduce unnecessary collection at the source.