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As part of preflight preparation under 107.49, how should the takeoff and landing area be assessed?
- A.Check for obstacles, surface hazards, and the presence of people, and consider local conditions affecting the flight
- B.Only confirm there is enough room for the aircraft case on the ground
- C.Assessment is unnecessary if the same site was used before
Correct answer
A. Check for obstacles, surface hazards, and the presence of people, and consider local conditions affecting the flight
Why
The remote pilot in command must be familiar with local conditions and assess the operating environment. Obstacles, bystanders, and surface conditions can change between visits to the same site.
Source: 14 CFR 107.49 · ACS knowledge area: Maintenance and Preflight Inspection Procedures · From the Maintenance & Preflight Inspection practice bank (MNT-029).