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Performance of an unmanned aircraft system in flight

The previous chapters have discussed drones and their operation. This chapter studies the operation of a drone in more detail; it covers the theoretical requirements on remote pilots in operating category A2.

Study materials

Section 1: To fly as safely as possible – Air Safety
Section 2: Airspace restrictions – are you aware of the rules?
Section 3: What rules exist in the air? – Aviation Regulations
Section 4: How humans work – human performance limitations
Section 5: Planning and performing a flight – operational procedures
Section 6: The drone and its functions – UAS general knowledge
Section 7: Spreading and handling data properly – integrity and data protection
Section 8: How to be safe in case of accident – Insurance
Section 9: Counteract crime against aviation – Security
Section 10: How weather affects flight – Weather knowledge
Section 11: Performance of an unmanned aircraft system in flight
Section 12: What can you do to reduce the risks on the ground?