Plan a flight mission.
Plan should include the following:
- Designation of flight crew (remote pilot in command, safety official, visual observers, and crowd observers)
- Flight objectives
- Flight restrictions (e.g., airport locations and notifications)
- Altitude limitations
- Line of sight
- Drone Notices to Air Missions (DROTAM) notification
- Communication methods
- Weather briefings
- Landing areas
- Emergency procedures
Teacher Resource:
FAA DroneZone Links to an external site.
Process/Skill Questions:
- When might it be wise to choose a designated safety official?
- Where can one find up-to-date local weather briefings?
- What are the consequences of flying above the maximum allowed altitude?