Drone Flight Checklist

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Detailed checklist for Drone-flight and Commercial Hobby

Flight shall be subject to the rules and regulations prescribed by the regulations in the sky. This applies to both the pilot and equipment. All drone / transmitters / receivers must be well maintained for flight. Pilots who fly for commercial purposes must have a liability insurance. Be polite and act admirably, your behavior affects how technology is perceived and Dr?narflygning in general.

Acting professionally, ask to talk with interested / inquiring after completion of the flight.

If someone appears aggressive or angry, announce that they affect flight safety and ask them to keep a distance of about 15 meters and that the discussions may take place after landing.

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Never fly over people who are not in the production and never above the crowds. Do not fly over any property other than that included in production Make sure you do not fly in the Control Zone = near airports or R-zones (Restricted Areas) without permission. Search state of flight in the zone or Ctrl-R areas (see below for an application for permit to fly) If the flight in the Control Zone: Request permission via flygtornet-, mail your request in advance and include: map, coordinates, flight radius, height, times, and a number where you unconditionally accessible during the flight. Reconcile on two-way communication is required with open line. Avoid flying over areas where people gather periodically (parks, recreation areas, some races) Take into account the topography, you must be able to see your drone all the time. Make sure that the transfer of flight data / control is not blocked. Examine potential alternative landing sites in case you need to make an emergency landing Learn how to turn off the engines in the air in an emergency landing, "planned crash" Flights rested and without the influence of alcohol or other substances that make you less observant or …show more content…

Apply for permits on the Transport Agency (requires qualification in the dark knowledge and normal color vision) Notify any bystanders or nearby property owners that flight planned Discuss the flight with your cameraman / second pilot or "spotter" Check IMU status or if calibration is needed. NOTAM: Check if there are notices in the area that touches your flight Can you reach the authorities (fly tower, police, rescue of accident) First Aid, shall be close and be in working condition. 2: Review machine / equipment in place

See the machine in general, check:

Cracks in the fuselage or looseness in the joints Loose or damaged ,, screws, brackets, joints or fasteners Damage / cracks on propellers Loose or damaged cables Loose or damaged connections Propeller brackets (feel that it is tightened) and screws / to prop stuck. Camera / lens, make sure it is connected properly secured Camera settings are correct (still images, video, framerate) Battery / batteries are fully charged, properly and secured Return to home (RTH), it is enabled and at what altitude (height Enough?) Voltage alarm and that it is connected / work To correct model is selected in the

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