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What planning trap arises when the outbound leg is flown downwind?
- A.The fast, efficient outbound leg can hide how costly the upwind return will be
- B.The aircraft will be unable to turn around in a tailwind
- C.The battery drains faster downwind than upwind
Correct answer
A. The fast, efficient outbound leg can hide how costly the upwind return will be
Why
A tailwind makes the outbound leg quick and economical, which can encourage flying too far. The return against the wind will be slower and far more demanding on the battery.
Source: FAA-G-8082-22 Ch. 8 · ACS knowledge area: Determining the Performance of an sUAS · From the Loading, Performance & Airport Operations practice bank (PER-036).