Primary responsibility of remote pilot?
Safe operation, regulation compliance, risk mitigation.
Reporting accidents to FAA?
Within 10 days for serious injury or damage > $500.
How to ensure UAS is safe before flight?
Inspect aircraft, verify battery, confirm firmware, check environmental conditions.
Pilot’s responsibility for others’ safety?
Avoid flying over people unless permitted; consider risk mitigation.
Legal implications of operating without certificate.
Fines, civil penalties, and suspension of privileges.
Effect of improper firmware update.
Can cause software errors, loss of functionality, or unsafe flight behavior.
Flight termination protocol due to bird strike.
Land immediately in safe location; assess damage.
Remote Pilot responsibility for accident reporting.
Report any serious injury or property damage over $500 to FAA within 10 days.
Safe operation around populated areas.
Maintain risk assessment and avoid hazards to people or property.
Importance of situational awareness in UAS operations.
Ensures hazards are identified, risk is mitigated, and safe flight is maintained.
UAS operational risk assessment.
Process to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
Example of hazard during flight.
Bird strike, EM interference, gusty winds, or mechanical failure.
Remote Pilot in Command role summary.
Directly responsible for the UAS operation and safety of the flight.
