StudyWhat procedures apply to avoiding bird and wildlife hazards and reporting collisions?
- ❌A:No special procedures required
- ✅B:Awareness, avoidance, and collision reporting procedures
- ❌C:Wildlife concerns only apply to manned aircraft
Explanations
- A: This is incorrect. The FAA has established specific procedures for managing wildlife hazards. Ignoring these procedures can lead to safety risks such as collisions, damage to equipment, and potential injury to wildlife. From a business perspective, failure to adhere to these procedures can result in regulatory violations, potential fines, and damage to the company's reputation.
- B: This is correct. The FAA requires drone operators to be aware of wildlife, actively avoid wildlife hazards, and report any wildlife collisions. These procedures are crucial for maintaining safety, avoiding damage to equipment, and protecting wildlife. From a business standpoint, adherence to these procedures demonstrates regulatory compliance, reduces potential liability, and can enhance the company's image as a responsible operator.
- C: This is incorrect. Wildlife hazards apply to all types of aircraft, including unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Ignoring these hazards can lead to safety risks, regulatory violations, and potential damage to the company's reputation.
🧭 Instructor Note
Why This Matters for Your Business
Understanding and implementing wildlife hazard procedures is not only a regulatory requirement but also a critical aspect of operating a safe and responsible drone business. Ignoring these procedures can lead to safety risks, regulatory violations, potential fines, and damage to your company's reputation.
Safety & Liability Considerations
Wildlife hazards can lead to collisions, resulting in damage to your drone, potential injury to wildlife, and even loss of valuable data or footage. These incidents can also result in liability claims, especially if they result in property damage or injury.
Consider This Scenario
A drone operator is contracted to conduct a series of aerial surveys for a construction company. The operation area is known for a high bird population. The operator reviews wildlife migration patterns and adjusts the flight plan to avoid bird hazards. During one of the flights, a bird collides with the drone. The operator immediately reports the collision to the FAA using the appropriate form and procedures.
What the FAA is Testing
The FAA wants to ensure that drone operators understand the procedures for managing wildlife hazards. This includes awareness of wildlife, active avoidance measures, and reporting requirements for any wildlife collisions.
Business Success Strategy
Stay informed about wildlife patterns in your operation areas. Adjust your flight plans accordingly to minimize wildlife hazards. Always report any wildlife collisions to the FAA. This not only demonstrates regulatory compliance but also contributes to the FAA's ongoing efforts to improve aviation safety.
Memory Aid
Remember the three A's of wildlife hazard management: Awareness, Avoidance, and reporting Any collisions.
Enhanced References
FAA Advisory Circular 150/5200-32B, Reporting Wildlife Aircraft Strikes; FAA Wildlife Strike Database; FAA DroneZone
Related Concepts
- Wildlife hazard assessment
- Collision avoidance strategies
- Incident reporting requirements
ACS Code: UA.V.B.K7
Difficulty: intermediate