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Mission Protocol (Template)

Pre-Mission Planning Mission Objective: Clearly define the purpose of the drone flight (e.g., aerial photography, surveying, inspection). Location Analysis: Flight Area: Identify the flight location and ensure it is clear of hazards like power lines, trees, and buildings. Airspace Restrictions: Check for any restricted airspace (near airports, military zones) using tools like airspace maps or apps (e.g., AirMap, DJI Fly). Weather Conditions: Check for weather conditions that may affect the flight, such as wind speed, rain, or visibility. No-Fly Zones: Confirm any nearby no-fly zones and avoid them.

Equipment Check

This should be done before leaving the lab.

Item Description Status
Remote controller Ensure the remote control is fully charged
Battery Levels Ensure all the batteries all fully charged
(if applicable) iPad/Table Ensure the iPad/Table is fully charged
SD cards Ensure that the SD cards are functional and have enough space to collect the mission data.
Insurance Verify drone's insurance and take it with you
Pilot License Check the validity of the pilot(s) licenses
Propellers Inspect propellers for damage and ensure that they are not broken or cracked, and take extra propellers.
Item Status
First-aid kit
x2 High Visibility Vests prepare one or more high visibility vests for the pilot and the mission personnel
Area delimiters The area delimiters determine the pilot's operating area, which is considered restricted area during operation
Field Survey Tools
Landing Pads

Mission-specific equipment

Item Description Status
Ground Control Points (GCP) takes the required amount of GCP needed for the mission
Anchors Prepare the anchors needed to secure the GCPs to the ground
GNSS/RTK GPS Receiver Make sure GNSS/GPS base and rover are charged
Survey poles
Field Survey Tools
Landing Pads

Pre-Flight Checklist Flight Path: Plan and review the intended flight path, altitude, and waypoints if necessary. Emergency Procedures: Establish clear emergency procedures, including return-to-home (RTH) settings, loss of signal protocols, and manual control overrides. Team Coordination: If a team is involved, ensure all members (e.g., spotters, visual observers) are briefed on their roles. Risk Assessment: Identify potential hazards and implement mitigations (e.g., stay clear of obstacles, maintain visual line of sight).

5. Flight Execution Pre-Flight Check: Conduct a final systems check, including compass calibration, GPS lock, and battery status. Take-Off: Perform a controlled take-off and hover at a low altitude to ensure stability before proceeding. Monitor the Flight: Keep an eye on telemetry data (battery life, altitude, etc.) throughout the mission. Maintain Visual Line of Sight (VLOS): Ensure the drone remains within VLOS unless operating under specific beyond-line-of-sight conditions.

6. Post-Flight Procedure Safe Landing: Ensure a safe and controlled landing. Data Collection: Retrieve and back up any data collected during the flight (photos, videos, or sensor data). Equipment Inspection: After landing, inspect the drone for any damage and check the battery status. Flight Log: Record details of the flight (location, duration, any issues encountered).

drones/mission/start.txt · Last modified: 2024/10/24 10:59 by harley.lara