Care and Flight

Before every flight, the remote pilot must conduct an assessment of the operating environment. This assessment must include:

• a communication radio check

• emergency contact information

• any flight restrictions

Scheduled maintenance should be performed in accordance with the:

• Manufacturer’s suggested procedures

• Contractor requirements

• Stipulations in 14 CFR part 43

According to 14 CFR part 107, the responsibility to inspect the small UAS to ensure it is in a safe operating condition rests with the

• visual observer.

• remote pilot-in-command.

If the small UAS manufacturer has not provided scheduled maintenance documentation, where can a remote pilot operator find a scheduled maintenance protocol?

• The FAA small UAS database.

• Use the scheduled maintenance prescribed by a different manufacturer that closely matches.

• The operator must establish a reliable maintenance schedule.

Before each flight, the remote pilot in command must ensure that:

• a flight plan has been filed with flight service.

• all necessary documentation is available for inspection.

• visibility as observed from the control station is no less than 5 statute miles.

What is the best method to prevent an in-flight battery fire?

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations.

• Discharge the battery after every flight.

• Keep it fully charged.

Under what condition should the operator of a small UA establish scheduled maintenance protocol?

• UAS does not need a required maintenance schedule.

• When the manufacturer does not provide a maintenance schedule.

• When the FAA requires you to, following an accident.

During a preflight inspection a large dent is found on the primary small UA battery. How should a remote pilot in command proceed?

• Brief all participating crew members on emergency procedures and continue the planned flight.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for damaged batteries.

• Perform a low altitude test flight to ensure proper operation of the aircraft.

What precautions should a remote PIC do to prevent possible inflight emergencies when using lithium-based batteries?

• Allow the battery to charge until it reaches a minimum temperature of 100 °C.

• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for safe battery handling.

• Store the batteries in a freezer to allow proper recharging.

Prior to flight, the remote pilot must conduct an assessment of the operating environment. This assessment must include:

• a written contingency plan

• local weather conditions

• a backup battery charger