Drone Operations – Pre-Flight Checklist

Drone Operator*

Crew

Date*

Time*

Safety Equipment

Signage
Barriers
PPE

Location Check

Safe take-off/landing site
Alternate landing site
Obstructions
Public
Animals
Vehicles
Other hazards
Meteorological conditions

Propellers

Condition
Tightness
Dents leading edges
Cracks or signs of stress
Correct orientation

Motors

Check for free movement
No abnormal movement
Check for abnormal noise

Frame

Screws located and tight
Check for cracks or damage
Check for security

Undercarriage

Check for security
Check for damage

Battery

Charged
Condition checked
Inserted correctly
Wires checked for damage
Compartment lid closed

Lights

Check for function

Transmitter

Check levers and switches
Aerial check for damage
Aerial in position for flight
Battery charged
Screen securely fitted
Screen adequate power
Screen programmed correctly
Sufficient space on storage

Payload (if fitted)

Check for correct function
Check for damage
Confirm secure
Confirm in correct mode

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