Before you launch, there’s one crucial question every professional RPAS pilot must answer:
“Is this site truly safe to fly?”
In S2E76 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 6.1.1: Site Assessment, teaching you how to scan for the hidden risks that could compromise your drone, your data — or public safety.
This episode covers:
☁️ Why weather awareness starts hours before takeoff — and what changes to watch for
⛰️ How to assess terrain and elevation shifts that can confuse altimeters or GPS
🌲 Common but overlooked obstacles that interfere with signal or cause drift
🛑 Real-world examples of how poor site assessment caused serious incidents
🔍 A step-by-step method for completing Transport Canada–compliant site checks
Whether you’re flying in wide-open prairies or complex urban zones, the best drone pilots don’t just fly — they assess, mitigate, and plan.
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