Doc #: VENTUS Preflight Checklist VSI-001

 Date: Jan. 2009

 Author: Ventus Engineering

 Issued: Ventus Wind LLC

VENTUS Wind Service Group LLC

Dallas, Texas Email: info@ventuswind.com Tel: (214) 908-9444

VENTUS 

DRONE INSPECTION GROUP

VSI-001 UAV Pre-flight Checklist (For UAV’s under 55kgs)

Before any flight may commence, the Pilot in Charge (PIC) will assume responsibility for all Preflight inspections, General Inspection and that the Flight Environment is suitable for aerial 

flights. The PIC will have final responsibility for the actions of the Ventus operations team and 

that all Ventus Safety Procedures are being met.

GENERAL INSPECTION FOR POSSIBLE HAZARDS FOR PERSONELL & ENVIRONMENT

• Dangers due to electricity • Dangers due to falling objects

• Dangers due to weather • Dangers from other personnel

• Dangers from poor judgment • Dangers from lack of training

• Dangers from falls • Dangers from lack of communication

BEFORE EVERY FLIGHT:

Preflight Checklist:

1. Verify that the remote controller, smart battery, range extender and smartphone are fully 

charged. 

2. Propellers are mounted correctly. 

3. Gimbal clamps have been removed (if necessary). 

4. Damping absorbers are in good condition, not broken or worn. 

5. Anti-drop kits have been mounted correctly. 

6. Camera lens cap has been removed. 

7. Any/all Micro-SD cards have been inserted (if necessary). 

8. Gimbal is functioning as normal. 

9. Motors can start and are functioning as normal. 

10. All necessary Apps can connect to the camera (if necessary).

Once pre-flight preparation is complete, it is recommended to carry out the tasks in the Pilot 

Training Guide to prepare for more complex flight maneuvers and learn to fly safely. Ensure that 

all flights are carried out in a suitable location. 

FLIGHT ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS:

1. Do not use the aircraft in severe weather conditions. This includes wind speeds in 

excess specified in the Ventus operating guidelines listed in Ventus Operations Manual 

VSI-005.
 Doc #: VENTUS Preflight Checklist VSI-001

 Date: Jan. 2009

 Author: Ventus Engineering

 Issued: Ventus Wind LLC

VENTUS Wind Service Group LLC

Dallas, Texas Email: info@ventuswind.com Tel: (214) 908-9444

VENTUS 

DRONE INSPECTION GROUP

2. Do not fly or plan a flight path for any Ventus UAV between high buildings or steel 

structures which may obstruct line of sight or the affect the accuracy of the onboard 

compass. 

3. Keep the UAV away from obstacles, crowds, high voltage power lines, trees or bodies of 

water when in flight. 

4. Reduce the chance of electromagnetic interference by not flying in areas with high levels 

of electromagnetism, including base stations or radio transmission towers. 

5. Ventus UAV‘s cannot operate within the polar areas. 

6. Do not fly the UAV aircraft within no-fly zones specified by local laws and regulations

outlined in Ventus Operations Manual VSI-005. 

VENTUS SAFETY PROCEDURES

 Compliance with Ventus Safety procedures and standards at all times is mandatory

 A “Risk Assessment“ should be performed before any work is performed

 All work shall be performed with Ventus personnel, no other personnel may be allowed 

to operate or be within the operating area of the UAV.

 There shall always be at least two Ventus personnel working at all times

 All persons will either be in communication distance or have the ability to communicate 

at all times with others

 An emergency plan shall be in place and reviewed before work is commenced

 All work will be performed in acceptable weather conditions. If the weather becomes 

dangerous work shall be stopped and all personnel evacuated to a safe location.

 Work shall be performed in acceptable wind conditions. If the wind becomes excessive 

or greater than 20 m/s than work shall be halted and all personnel evacuated to a safe 

location.