What are the currency requirements for MC operators?
sim - launch and landing every 60 days
live - launch and landing every 90 days
What is DA form 7122 used for?
Used to document all individual operator's certifications and qualifications.
What is the top priority during a sUAS emergency?
Protecting personnel and preventing harm
What are the types of airspace and aircraft deviation?
Vertical, Timed, Lateral
Battery endurance is often reduced under what condition?
Extreme Temperatures
What regulation will you find ATP requirements for sUAS?
TC 3-04.1-2
If a UAS has obstacle avoidance; under what circumstances will it not work effectively?
Moving objects, ropes/wires, and calm bodies of water/reflections.
What does the word "Caution" signify?
A procedure that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to or destruction of equipment.
What is the timeline for filing a NOTAM?
More than 24 hours, less than 72 hours
Why is a METAR used?
To obtain weather
how many days does a new operator have to provide a copy of their individual training folder to the gaining unit's commander?
14 calendar days
True or False: Adding a payload to the UAS will have no effect on aerodynamic performance in flight.
False
If you are flying FPV UAS, how can you maintain LOS on the aircraft?
One or more ground observers, or chase aircraft.
What does an LAO (Local area orientation) do?
Shows operators left and right limits of their operational area before they start flying
What are the aeronautical forces?
Lift, weight, thrust, drag
Who is the primary training manager and trainer for the unit?
ATP commander
Who has the authority to approve a "self-start" training program?
BDE Commander
If the UAS has a strobe light; when must the strobe light be on?
At all times.
What is the maximum altitude the sUAS can fly at when flying in the national COA?
400 ft AGL
When are DA forms 4507 and 4507-1 removed from an operators individual training folder?
Once the training event has been documented on the DA form 7122
What is the maximum amount of time can an MC go before needing retraining?
180 days
What is DA form 4507 used for?
Used to document training and evaluation flights.
any violation of safety procedures during a training or evaluation event results in what?
Automatic failure and retraining.
What is the primary airspace sUAS is flown in?
Class G, E, and restricted airspace.
Who is responsible for inputting flight hours?
The Soldier.