UAS Safety Protocols 3

Question 1

Which aeronautical chart feature most directly indicates airspace where a remote pilot must obtain ATC authorization before flying under Part 107?

Accepted Answer

Class B, C, D, or E surface area airspace boundaries

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Class G airspace depicted in white

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Military training route (MTR) centerlines

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Victor airway corridors

Question 2

What does the acronym IMSAFE stand for in UAS pre-flight self-assessment?

Accepted Answer

Illness, Medication, Stress, Alcohol, Fatigue, Emotion

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Inspection, Mission, Safety, Airspace, Fuel, Environment

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Identification, Map, Schedule, Altitude, Flight path, Equipment

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Insurance, Maintenance, Software, Airspace, Flight rules, Emergency

Question 3

A remote pilot is flying over a crowd of spectators at an outdoor concert. Under standard Part 107 rules (without waiver), this operation is:

Accepted Answer

Prohibited without a Part 107 waiver for operations over people

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Permitted if the drone stays below 100 feet AGL

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Permitted if all spectators give verbal consent

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Permitted if the drone weighs less than 0.55 lbs

Question 4

During a battery swap in the field, a technician notices a LiPo battery that is swollen (puffed). What is the correct safety action?

Accepted Answer

Do not use the battery; safely dispose of it per LiPo guidelines

Answer

Use the battery immediately since swelling is normal after flights

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Puncture the battery to release pressure before disposal

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Charge the battery to full capacity before discarding

Question 5

What is the primary safety concern when operating a UAS in cold weather below freezing temperatures?

Accepted Answer

Reduced battery performance leading to shorter flight times and possible in-flight failure

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Increased GPS signal strength causing navigation errors

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Propeller blades becoming more flexible and less efficient

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Radio interference from frozen moisture in the atmosphere

Question 6

A remote pilot is planning to fly near a stadium during a major sporting event. Which regulatory consideration applies?

Accepted Answer

A TFR typically prohibits UAS operations within 3 NM of the stadium during the event

Answer

UAS are exempt from sporting event TFRs if they weigh under 55 lbs

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Operations are permitted as long as the drone stays below 400 feet AGL

Answer

ATC authorization via LAANC is sufficient to operate in an event TFR

Question 7

What is the purpose of maintaining a sterile cockpit (sterile area) during critical phases of UAS flight operations?

Accepted Answer

To minimize distractions and allow the pilot to focus entirely on flying during takeoff, landing, and emergencies

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To ensure the drone's camera feed is unobstructed

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To prevent RF interference from mobile devices

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To comply with FAA noise abatement procedures