Flight Planning Quiz

What is the primary purpose of flight planning?

• To choose the best pilot for the job

• To select the drone model

• To examine airspace, weather, and operating environment

• To determine the cost of the flight

What does RPAS stand for?

• Remote Pilot Automated System

• Remote Pilot Aircraft System

• Remote Piloted Aircraft System

• Remote Personal Aircraft System

Which document is described as a 'living document'?

• Risk Assessment Form

• Pre-deployment Survey Form

• Operational Procedures Manual

• Flight Operations Manual

What should a pilot do if they feel a flight cannot be conducted safely?

• Proceed with caution

• Contact the client

• Postpone the operation

• Change the flight plan

What is the first step in a typical drone operation?

• Pack equipment

• Conduct mission

• Check weather forecast

• Receive request for work from a client

What is a pre-deployment survey?

• A survey of the pilot's qualifications

• A survey conducted after the flight

• A risk assessment before the flight

• A survey of the client's preferences

What must be checked on the day of the flight?

• Pilot's logbook

• Drone's color

• Client's payment

• Weather forecast

What is the purpose of a risk assessment?

• To evaluate pilot performance

• To select the best drone model

• To identify potential hazards and mitigate risks

• To determine the cost of the flight

What should be done if the operation is in proximity to an aerodrome?

• Ignore the proximity

• Change the flight location

• Proceed without notification

• Contact relevant ATC and authorities

What is the role of the observer during a flight?

• To log flight data

• To manage client communications

• To keep a lookout for air traffic and intruders

• To pilot the drone