Drone Safety Quiz

What is a common term for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA)?

• Helicopters

• Drones

• Gliders

• Balloons

Why can it be dangerous to record footage during bushfires?

• It can interfere with wildlife

• It poses a risk to firefighting personnel

• It can cause power outages

• It can lead to water contamination

What is the minimum distance you must maintain from people when flying drones during floods or traffic accidents?

• 10 metres

• 20 metres

• 30 metres

• 40 metres

What can happen if unauthorized aircraft are spotted near firefighting operations?

• Firefighting aircraft can be grounded

• Firefighting operations speed up

• More aircraft are deployed

• Firefighting operations are unaffected

Why is it illegal to fly over emergency personnel or areas controlled by them?

• It disrupts communication signals

• It can cause panic among civilians

• It poses a safety risk to emergency operations

• It is not illegal

What is the primary reason for knowing the rules when flying drones or remotely piloted aircraft (RPA)?

• To enhance the fun and excitement of flying

• To ensure safety of people, property, and the environment

• To avoid the need for a remote pilot licence

• To increase the speed of the drone

What is required to fly a drone for commercial purposes?

• A remote pilot licence (RePL)

• An excluded category RPA

• A remotely piloted aircraft operator's certificate (ReOC)

• No special requirements

Is there a minimum age requirement to operate a drone for sport or recreation?

• Yes, 18 years old

• Yes, 16 years old

• No, there is no minimum age requirement

• Yes, 21 years old

What is the easiest way to know where it's okay to fly a drone in public?

• Using a CASA-verified drone safety app

• Asking a friend

• Checking social media

• Guessing based on weather conditions

Which of the following is NOT allowed when flying drones in events?

• Flying over people at any time

• Flying at night

• Flying in open fields

• Flying in rural areas