Safety First - some considerations before you fly

This article covers some helpful considerations prior to flying a mission to be processed with Mapware

Follow all local laws

In the US that means compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and safe operation under CFR Part 107.

Is the environment safe?

• What is the weather forecast? Does your crew have contingency plans in place for high wind speeds, rain, excessive heat/cold, etc?
• Make sure you maintain a safe operating distance from people, buildings, trees, and other objects to avoid collisions at all times.
• Maintain situational awareness and take the environment into account when planning the overall mission.

Crew preparation

• Is the crew properly trained?
• Is the crew well rested?
• Is the crew on the same page about the flight plan, the mission, any risks and contingencies you might encounter?

Drone Preparation

• Do you have sufficient battery power to support the mission?
• Does your drone include obstacle avoidance?
• Does your system include low battery warnings?
• Does your system automatically return to home?
• What happens when you loose communications with the drone?
• Does the drone prevent operations in restricted air space?
• Does the drone prevent operations outside of the 400 ft ceiling?