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

Answer

Class B, C, D, and E (surface) airspace require ATC authorization (via LAANC or waiver) for Part 107 UAS operations.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Illness, Medication, Stress, Alcohol, Fatigue, Emotion

Answer

IMSAFE is a personal checklist: Illness, Medication, Stress, Alcohol, Fatigue, and Emotion — used to assess pilot fitness to fly.

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

Answer

Flying over moving vehicles or people not directly participating in the operation requires a Part 107 waiver under standard rules.

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

A swollen LiPo battery indicates internal gas buildup and is a fire hazard; it must be removed from service and disposed of safely.

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

Answer

Cold temperatures significantly reduce LiPo battery capacity and discharge rate, increasing the risk of unexpected power loss.

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