EASA subject
Operational Procedures
Before flight, during flight, and after flight
Standard procedures reduce errors: preflight checks, batteries, RTH, landing, and documentation.
Key concepts
- Preflight
- UAS inspection, batteries, propellers, firmware, geo-zones, and weather.
- During flight
- VLOS, continuous monitoring, and communication with an observer when required.
- After flight
- Data logging, incident recording, and proper battery storage.
Common mistakes
- Skipping preflight due to time pressure
- Treating RTH as a substitute for all procedures
Exam traps
- Order of preflight checks
- When an incident must be recorded
Real-world example
A crack is noticed after flight — a thorough preflight could have prevented it.