Drone exam · UAS general knowledge

A drone holds position well in an open field but drifts when flown into a narrow street between glass towers. What navigation effect should the pilot consider?

Answer

GNSS signals may be blocked or reflected, reducing geometry and producing multipath errors. The pilot should expect less reliable position assistance in that environment.

Explanation

The navigation system has not necessarily failed mechanically. The radio navigation environment itself can change sharply within a short distance.