Skyora Flight Operations Manual

Skyora, LLC will conduct operations in accordance with: 

 The FAA Operations Specifications (approvals); 

 14 CFR; 

 Aircraft limitations, specifications and operating instructions set forth in the aircraft manuals; 

 The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) Part 107 with the goal of minimizing risk to the NAS, 

and to persons and property on the ground;

 All rules and regulations set forth by the local authorities in regards the operation of the aircraft. 

Use of Checklists and the "On board" (Readily Available) Checklist 

Concept 

The use of the checklist is based on the assumption the PIC has properly been trained on the aircraft and 

therefore has a thorough knowledge of the systems and procedures. It further assumes that he/she 

knows the consequences of their actions (or the consequences of not performing the right actions at the 

right time). The on-board checklist (readily available in paper copy and electronically in the iPad/Remote 

controller) is a memory aid to assist the pilots so they do not forget actions which, if not carried out, can 

in one way or another result in some type of risk to the airplane, to the environment, to any of its 

systems, to the personnel involved in the operations, and the Public. All aircraft procedures are 

explained in detail for each phase of flight set forth in the aircraft User Manual. Every aircraft crew 

member shall follow the checklist in the performance of their assigned duties. 

Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) 

Standard Operating Procedures have been established by the manufacturer and described in the aircraft 

User Manual. Every crew member shall follow the Standard Operating Procedures in the performance of 

their assigned duties. All aircraft manuals shall be found in printed format inside the aircraft case and in 

digital format available in the aircraft iPad. All aircraft training will be conducted by using the aircraft 

manuals, FAA's and Industry guidelines and standards. As our operations progress in the segments we 

seek approval, SOPs will be further implemented to follow the newest safety practices and guidelines, 

and make the work environment more efficient. 

GPS & Automation to Control the Aircraft 

Global Positioning Systems (GPS) shall be used to its fullest capability for navigation, situation awareness 

and guidance, and battery endurance (fuel management), as described in the aircraft user manual. As 

mentioned, the operations will be always conducted under VLOS. The PIC shall program the Flight 

controller prior to takeoff in accordance to the mission requirements. The use of the autopilot improves 

the situational awareness and reduces pilot workload. 
Point of Intended VTOL & Contingency Plan 

Operations will be conducted under Visual Line of Sight (VLOS) only. The unmanned aircraft must remain 

within VLOS of the operator and/or visual observer. Considering a contingency plan, if the Visual Line of 

Sight is lost, considering the environment/obstacles, persons and property, battery endurance, the Pilot 

shall hover the aircraft in place until a line-of-sight could be reestablished, to return to the takeoff 

position, or to land at its current position. 

The PIC/Operator shall inspect the surroundings prior to takeoff. At all times the small unmanned 

aircraft must remain close enough to the operator for the operator to be capable of seeing the aircraft 

with vision unaided by any device other than corrective lenses. 

As part of the Situation Awareness process and for the safety of all personnel involved in the operations 

and the general Public, the PIC/operator will use a mat/floor covering device with the lettering H 

inscribed (a helipad sign per say), where the aircraft will VTOL and have this geographical position 

established as the "Home Point". 

Pre-Departure Briefing

In order to better satisfy the expectations and achieve goals safely and efficiently, the PIC/crew shall 

have a pre-mission briefing on as much information about the mission and customer as possible. The 

briefing shall include, but not be limited to:

 Adherence to the Rules of the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) Part; 

 Customer name, location, and contact info ("Pre-Departure Briefing Form" available in paper copy 

and digital format under the app "PDF Expert" on an iPad); 

 Flight profile requested (Flight Plan); 

 Weather and Forecast; NOTAMs & TFRs in the area; nearest airport information and communication 

with A TC when required and as appropriate; class of airspace/NAS; the environment; infrastructure 

(to include services available); 

 PIC and Aircraft documents, and related equipment; 

 Any other information may deem necessary. 

Aircraft Preflight Inspection, Preparation & Operations 

 The PIC shall conduct a thorough preflight inspection of the aircraft in accordance with the 

Manufacturer's recommended Preflight Checklist.

 On continuing flights, the PIC shall perform a continuing flight inspection of sufficient detail to 

ensure the aircraft is in an airworthy condition. 

 If the aircraft has been "refueled" (battery changed), particular attention should be paid to 

connectors, wiring, to all devices' integrity, and other areas of the aircraft that are particularly 

susceptible to being damaged. 

 For Safety purposes, high visibility vests should be worn while operating the aircraft. 

 All necessary manuals and forms should be checked as being in their proper places, to include: 

Normal and Emergency Checklists, AFM/AUM. 
 The aircraft logbook should be reviewed for recent maintenance or open discrepancies. 

 Preflight inspection and preparation checklists shall be performed early enough to assure that all 

equipment is operating properly, and, if not, that Maintenance is notified immediately. 

 The PIC shall notify the other participating crewmembers of any security threat, any evaluation 

thereof and any countermeasures to be applied. 

 All pertinent supportive Aeronautical software is installed in the aircraft tablet. 

 Considering the safety of the operations, to all persons, living beings and property, our aircraft have 

propeller guards installed. 

Sterile Operations

Crewmembers shall not participate in activities or conversation that is other than those required for the 

safe conduct of the flight during all phases of flight. 

Duty Period & Crew Rest 

Duty Period is that time spent performing tasks specifically related to company business, including flight 

duties, aircraft servicing, flight and trip planning, static displays, events, etc. 

A Duty Period will normally be scheduled for 10 (ten) hours, however it may extend up to a maximum of 

14 (fourteen) hours under FAA operations, but limited to 60 (sixty) hours in a 7 (seven) day period. 

These guidelines are examples of Duty compliance at corporate flight department CFR Part 91. 

The PIC and all persons involved in the operations are expected to manage their personal time so as to 

be well rested when they report for work and shall not work when feeling fatigued. Compliance with 

CFR §91.13 Careless or reckless operation is strictly adhered. 

Post-Flight Inspection

After landing, a post-flight shall be accomplished by the PIC as to detect animal strikes, foreign object 

damage, loosed equipment, and any other items that may constitute a hazard or require maintenance 

attention. 

A thorough post-flight can limit future departure delays by detecting problems early while there is 

sufficient time for corrective action. Any findings must be promptly informed and properly recorded in 

the aircraft logbook. 

Aircraft Security 

The aircraft and accompanying equipment should always be in a secure state and under the control of 

an authorized company employee. 

It shall be properly stowed and secured in its case when not operating.