Mission Planning Flashcards
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When planning a UAS mission over a populated area, which factor most directly determines the required minimum altitude for operations?
Answer: Risk to persons and property on the ground
Minimum altitude over populated areas is driven by the risk mitigation needed to protect persons and property on the ground.
A remote pilot is planning a survey mission that will require flying beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS). Under FAA Part 107, what is required?
Answer: A waiver from the FAA must be obtained before the flight
BVLOS operations require an FAA waiver under 14 CFR Part 107.31 before the flight can be conducted.
During pre-mission planning, a pilot identifies a Notice to Air Missions (NOTAM) that temporarily restricts the planned flight area. What is the correct action?
Answer: Reschedule or reroute the mission to avoid the restricted area
A NOTAM establishing a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) legally prohibits flight in that airspace unless the pilot has specific authorization.
Which document should a remote pilot review to determine the noise-sensitive or protected areas near a planned mission site?
Answer: Local zoning maps and ordinances
Local zoning maps and ordinances identify noise-sensitive zones such as hospitals, schools, and parks that may restrict or complicate UAS operations.
A mission requires flying over an active construction site with workers present. Under Part 107, this is considered flying over which category of people?
Answer: Non-participating persons
Construction workers who are not part of and have not consented to the UAS operation are classified as non-participating persons under Part 107.
When assessing contingency landing zones during mission planning, what is the primary criterion for selecting a suitable emergency landing area?
Answer: Minimum risk to people and property if an emergency landing occurs
The primary criterion is minimizing risk to uninvolved people and property, not protecting the aircraft.
A pilot plans to fly a UAS at 300 feet AGL near a stadium during a major sporting event. Which airspace consideration is most critical?
Answer: The potential for a TFR to be active over the event
Stadiums during major events typically have TFRs established under 14 CFR 91.145, which prohibit UAS operations in the area.