Drone exam · UAS flight performance

A fixed wing UAS can technically use a short field, but the surface is wet, the wind is light, and trees stand beyond the departure path. What should performance planning consider?

Answer

Consider the actual takeoff and landing distance for the conditions, acceleration and braking surface, wind, slope, obstacles, and a rejected launch or go around option.

Explanation

Published performance figures only apply when their conditions match the real site.