A2 CofC Operational Procedures 2

Question 1

When conducting a site survey before a drone flight, which of the following should be assessed?

Accepted Answer

Nearby obstacles, public access points, emergency landing areas, and proximity to sensitive sites

Answer

A site survey must assess physical hazards (buildings, trees, power lines, cranes), public access points where uninvolved people may appear, emergency landing options, proximity to aerodromes or restricted areas, and any sensitive locations (schools, hospitals, prisons).

Question 2

In the A2 subcategory, at what maximum ground speed can a C2 drone be flown to reduce the minimum distance to uninvolved people to 5 metres?

Accepted Answer

3 m/s

Answer

When a C2-marked drone is operated in its low-speed mode (maximum 3 m/s), the minimum horizontal distance from uninvolved people can be reduced from 30 metres to 5 metres. This is because the reduced kinetic energy lowers the risk of injury.

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a pre-flight checklist for a drone operation?

Accepted Answer

To systematically verify the drone, controller, environment, and pilot readiness before flight

Answer

A pre-flight checklist ensures that all critical items are systematically checked before flight, including drone condition, battery levels, controller link, propeller security, firmware status, GPS lock, environmental conditions, and pilot fitness to fly.

Question 4

Under UK regulations, can a drone be flown at night in the Open category?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but only with specific lighting fitted to the drone and additional risk assessment

Answer

Night flying in the Open category is permitted under UK CAA regulations provided the drone is equipped with appropriate lighting to maintain VLOS, and the pilot has conducted an adequate risk assessment addressing the additional hazards of night operations.

Question 5

What action should a remote pilot take if uninvolved people unexpectedly enter the area during an A2 flight?

Accepted Answer

Move the drone away from the uninvolved people or land if safe separation cannot be maintained

Answer

The remote pilot must dynamically manage the distance from uninvolved people throughout the flight. If people enter the operating area and minimum distances cannot be maintained, the pilot should reposition the drone or land to ensure safety.

A2 CofC Drone Practice Test

A2 CofC Drone Practice Test

A2 CofC Operational Procedures 2