{"id":11485,"date":"2024-09-12T07:51:23","date_gmt":"2024-09-12T07:51:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/patrasdroneacademy.eu\/flight-procedures\/"},"modified":"2024-09-12T07:51:23","modified_gmt":"2024-09-12T07:51:23","slug":"flight-procedures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/patrasdroneacademy.eu\/en\/flight-procedures\/","title":{"rendered":"FLIGHT PROCEDURES"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Before you fly a drone, there are several procedures to follow to ensure safety, compliance with regulations and successful flight.<br \/>\nBelow is a comprehensive guide that covers all the critical steps you need to take before flying your drone.   <\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>  Control of Regulations and Legislation<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>1.1 Information on the Regulations<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check your local legislation:<\/strong> Regulations on the use of drones vary from country to country and can even vary in different regions within the same country.<br \/>\nBefore you fly, check the regulations in your area. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Licences and registrations<\/strong>: Carry your EASA Certified Operator&#8217;s Licence, Open or Special Category, your insurance policy and where required a flight plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>1.2 Prohibited and Controlled Areas<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>No-fly zones<\/strong>: Avoid flying your drone in zones where flying is prohibited, such as near airports, military bases and government buildings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Controlled zones<\/strong>: In some areas you may need special permission or have to fly at certain altitudes.<br \/>\n(In Greece, the zones have not yet been defined, we are expecting within the year from the Civil Aviation Authority) <\/li>\n<li><strong>Flight Plan <\/strong>: If the area is restricted or restricted then we will have to get a flight plan from the MPA.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11474\" src=\"https:\/\/patrasdroneacademy.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/%CE%A3%CF%84%CE%B9%CE%B3%CE%BC%CE%B9%CF%8C%CF%84%CF%85%CF%80%CE%BF-%CE%BF%CE%B8%CF%8C%CE%BD%CE%B7%CF%82-2024-09-12-101750-194x300.png\" alt=\"Screenshot screenshot\" width=\"269\" height=\"416\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><strong>  Preparation of the Drone and Equipment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>2.1 Control of the Drone<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Physical examination<\/strong>: check the drone externally for any damage or deterioration.<br \/>\nMake sure that the propellers are in good condition and firmly attached to the body of the aircraft. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Battery<\/strong>: Make sure that the batteries of the drone and the remote control are fully charged.<br \/>\nCheck for signs of wear on the batteries. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11476\" src=\"https:\/\/patrasdroneacademy.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/%CE%A3%CF%84%CE%B9%CE%B3%CE%BC%CE%B9%CF%8C%CF%84%CF%85%CF%80%CE%BF-%CE%BF%CE%B8%CF%8C%CE%BD%CE%B7%CF%82-2024-09-12-101958-300x236.png\" alt=\"Screenshot of 2024-\" width=\"456\" height=\"359\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Pairing cable <\/strong>: If we don&#8217;t have a smartcontroller, then have a second pairing cable back up for our mobile or tablet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2.2 Control of the Software<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Software update<\/strong>: Make sure the drone and remote control software is up to date with the latest version.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Setting the navigation system<\/strong>: check the settings of your GPS and other navigation systems to make sure they are working properly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sensors <\/strong>: Check the sensors of the Drone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2.3 Control of the Equipment<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Remote control<\/strong>: Check the functionality of the remote control, ensuring that all buttons and levers respond correctly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Camera and sensors<\/strong>: If your drone has a camera or other sensors, make sure they are clean and working properly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>  Preparation of the Flight Environment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>3.1 Weather Control<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Weather Check <\/strong>: By using applications &amp; sites that inform us about the weather we can see the weather conditions we will face.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Temperature<\/strong>: Extreme temperatures can affect the performance of the drone, especially the battery, resulting in less flight time<\/li>\n<li><strong>Weather<\/strong>: make sure that the weather conditions are suitable for the flight, after we do a visual check.<br \/>\nAvoid flying when there are wind gusts, rain or low visibility. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11478\" src=\"https:\/\/patrasdroneacademy.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/%CE%A3%CF%84%CE%B9%CE%B3%CE%BC%CE%B9%CF%8C%CF%84%CF%85%CF%80%CE%BF-%CE%BF%CE%B8%CF%8C%CE%BD%CE%B7%CF%82-2024-09-12-102217-300x277.png\" alt=\"-09-12 102217\" width=\"456\" height=\"422\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>3.2 Selection of the Flight Area<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Safe area<\/strong>: choose an open area away from obstacles such as trees, buildings and power lines.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Common<\/strong>: Avoid flying near crowded areas or places where you may cause a nuisance or danger to others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>  Before Takeoff<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>4.1 Flight Checks<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Flight simulation<\/strong>: if possible, run a flight simulation to make sure all systems are working properly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calibration<\/strong>: Calibrate the drone&#8217;s compass and gyro to ensure flight accuracy, it is advisable to do this every 15 flights or if you move 100 km from the area where you last calibrated.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>4.2 Functionality Check<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Engine check<\/strong>: test the engines before take-off to ensure that they are working properly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Signal check<\/strong>: check the signal strength between the remote control and the drone to avoid interruptions in the connection.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Battery check <\/strong>: We check the charging rates of the battery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Camera check <\/strong>: We look at our camera to see if it gives a picture.<\/li>\n<li><strong>RTH<\/strong>: Confirmation of Return To Home operation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-11480\" src=\"https:\/\/patrasdroneacademy.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/%CE%A3%CF%84%CE%B9%CE%B3%CE%BC%CE%B9%CF%8C%CF%84%CF%85%CF%80%CE%BF-%CE%BF%CE%B8%CF%8C%CE%BD%CE%B7%CF%82-2024-09-12-102527-300x269.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"614\" height=\"550\"><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><strong>  During the Flight<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>5.1 Monitoring the Drone<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Visual contact<\/strong>: always maintain visual contact (V-los) with your drone so that you can control it manually if necessary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Contact<\/strong>: Monitor drone data such as battery status and distance from take-off point, altitude &#8211; latitude.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>5.2 Emergency response<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Emergency plan<\/strong>: Always have a contingency plan in case something goes wrong, such as loss of signal or low battery.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Activate the return function<\/strong>: In case of loss of control, activate the <strong>RTH<\/strong> automatic return function if available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><strong>  After the Flight<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><strong>6.1 Re-checking the Drone<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Check for damage<\/strong>: After landing, check the drone for any damage or deterioration that may have occurred during the flight.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Maintenance<\/strong>: Clean and maintain your drone regularly to ensure its proper operation.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Remove the battery <\/strong>: It is advisable to remove the battery that has been used.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>6.2 Review of the Flight<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Data analysis<\/strong>: analyse the flight data to understand the drone&#8217;s performance and improve future flights.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Storage of records<\/strong>: If you keep a record of your flights, add the new flight to your records for future reference.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Logbook<\/strong> <strong>Recording <\/strong>: Update your Logbook hours &amp; batteries to know the exact number of your flights.<br \/>\n( done &amp; online via the app ) <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><strong>  Continuing Education and Information<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Education<\/strong>: keep yourself trained and up to date on new technologies and regulations concerning drones.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Participation in communities<\/strong>: Join drone communities and forums to share experiences and learn from other users but filter what you read.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>  By following these procedures, you will ensure a safe and successful flight with your drone.<br \/>\nHave a good flight!   &nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Before you fly a drone, there are several procedures to follow to ensure safety, compliance with regulations and successful flight. 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