Weather Quiz

Which of the following is a weather factor affecting sUAS operations?

• Uneven surface heating

• Pilot experience

• Flight path

Which factor is important for sUAS performance and safety?

• Precipitation

• Drone size

• Camera quality

What replaces the rising warmer air?

• Cooler air

• Warmer air

• Stable air

What is the role of urban areas in heat radiation?

• They absorb heat.

• They give off a large amount of heat.

• They have no effect on heat.

Every physical process of weather is accompanied by, or is a result of, a

• movement of air

• pressure differential

• heat exchange

Why should operators be vigilant when operating sUAS at low altitudes?

• To avoid overheating

• To prevent battery drain

• Due to potential wind effects and obstructions

What is the primary factor affecting wind turbulence near ground obstructions?

• Size of the obstacle

• Temperature

• Humidity

What happens to air as it flows down the leeward side of a mountain?

• It becomes calm

• It follows the contour of the terrain

• It rises rapidly

What should pilots be aware of regarding terrain and wind?

• Terrain can affect wind conditions

• Wind is unaffected by terrain

• Wind always flows smoothly over terrain

What happens to an air mass as it moves from its source region?

• It remains unchanged

• It takes on the properties of the new underlying surface

• It becomes a front