### PCS Production Company

1551 Corporate Drive

Suite 125

Irving, TX 75038

(972) 550

- 8503

www.pcsproductions.com



# UAS Operational Checklist

Date:____________ Start Time:_____________

Operator:____________________

_______ C lient :_____________

__________ _________

Upon Arrival :

 Make sure w eather conditions are suitable for flight (temperature, visibility, precipitation, wind, etc.)

 Make note of any potential obstructions (trees, power lines, people, etc.) and determine whether the ri sk is

minimal enough to continue operations

 Notify any bystanders and neighboring property owners of flight intentions . Be courteous, polite and

professional in all dealings. You are a representative of PCS.

 Make sure all waivers, permission d ocuments

, licenses, UAS manuals and a first aid kit are on site and

easily accessible

 Make sure the c hannel of the transmitter is not busy

 Ensure there is nothing in the danger zone of t he propeller s

 Ensure eno ugh space for launch, flight, and landing

 Investigate potential alternate landing sites in case take

- off site becomes obstructed

 Ensure the G PS module (if any) has GPS fix

 For manual start ensure GPS and alt itude controls are turned off



### Pre

- flight Checklist:

 Make sure all screws are tight on the UAS and nothing feels loose on the frame

 Make sure p ropeller s are tightly fixed with no visible damage

 Check landing gear for damage

 Make sure b attery is ful ly charged and secure

 Check camera functions

 C h ec k t ran smitter battery charge. Must be fully charged

 Always turn on the transmitter first and then the UAS Multi

- Rotor.

 Watch for visible damage such as loose screws, broken, unbalanced or damage d propellers, faulty

connectors, etc.

 Make sure the propellers are in good condition and securely mounted. The rotors must spin smoothly. Never

touch a rotating propeller with fingers or other body parts.

 Ensure that the selected c hannel on the remote control is free and that you're within range of the transmitter.

 Ensure the sensors are calibrated

 Check camera settings

 Make sure that you are familiar with the current UAS setting and its features



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### PCS Production Company

1551 Corporate Drive

Suite 125

Irving, TX 75038

(972) 550

- 8503

www.pcsproductions.com

During Flight:

 Make sure visual assistants are ready and in place

 After launch, fly carefully at a low altitu de (5

- 10 f eet) until you confirm that the UAS is working properly

 Always maintain a safe distance from people, animals and objects. Improper operation can cause ser ious

injury and property damage. Never fly towards viewers unless authorized a nd avoid flying over spectators

 Keep in mind that viewers could get close to the UAS without b eing aware of potential dangers

 Mu st always fly wi th UAS in visual line of sight

 You must always be able to take manual control of the UAS

 Do not fl y in blocked air space, such as in the vicinity of airports, etc.

 If a defect or malfunction has occurred, flight must be aborted immediately until issue is resolved



### Post Flight Checklist:

 Turn power off and disconnect the battery

 Turn off transmitter

 Turn off camera

 C heck UAS for any new damage

, especially the propellers , and for signs of excessive wear

 After a crash the sensors and electronics might be damaged. Before the next flight everything must be

checked and approved for operation

 Check camera footage and get approval from client if necessary



### End time:________________________

Operator Signature:________________________________________