FAA 107 Remote Pilot Decision-Making 2

Question 1

A remote pilot notices their sUAS is drifting unexpectedly in calm conditions. What is the BEST first action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately land the aircraft and inspect it before resuming

Answer

Unexpected drift in calm conditions indicates a possible malfunction; the safest decision is to land immediately and inspect the sUAS.

Question 2

Under the IMSAFE checklist used in aeronautical decision-making, what does the 'S' stand for?

Accepted Answer

Stress

Answer

In the IMSAFE checklist, 'S' stands for Stress, which can impair a pilot's judgment and reaction time.

Question 3

A remote pilot is flying a commercial mapping mission when ATC issues a TFR over the area. What must the pilot do?

Accepted Answer

Immediately terminate the flight and exit the TFR

Answer

A TFR restricts all unauthorized flight; the remote pilot must immediately land or exit the restricted area.

Question 4

Which cognitive trap most commonly leads remote pilots to fly in deteriorating weather?

Accepted Answer

Get-there-itis

Answer

Get-there-itis is the hazardous attitude of pressing on to complete a mission despite worsening conditions.

Question 5

During a flight, a bystander enters the safety perimeter without authorization. What should the remote pilot do?

Accepted Answer

Immediately maneuver the sUAS away from the bystander and land if necessary

Answer

The remote pilot in command must ensure the safety of people in the area and must maneuver away or land if a bystander enters the hazard zone.

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