Part 107 Chapter 8 Flashcards Welcome to your Part 107 Chapter 8 Flashcards 1. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft What factors affect the performance of a small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS)? Weight, altitude, weather conditions, battery health, and wind speed all affect sUAS performance. 2. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft How does weight affect the performance of an sUAS? Increased weight decreases flight time, reduces maneuverability, and requires more power, which can shorten battery life. 3. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft What is density altitude, and how does it affect sUAS performance? Density altitude is the altitude relative to air density; higher density altitude reduces air density, which negatively impacts lift and power. 4. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft How does wind speed affect the performance of an sUAS? High winds can reduce flight stability, shorten battery life, and make it harder to maintain control of the drone. 5. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft How does temperature affect sUAS battery performance? High temperatures can cause batteries to overheat, reducing efficiency, while cold temperatures can decrease battery performance and flight time. 6. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft What is the relationship between power consumption and payload weight on an sUAS? Heavier payloads require more power to keep the aircraft aloft, reducing battery life and limiting flight time. 7. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft How can a Remote PIC improve the performance of an sUAS in high altitude environments? Reducing payload, optimizing flight paths, and closely monitoring battery life can help improve performance in high-altitude conditions. 8. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft How does humidity affect the performance of a small unmanned aircraft? High humidity reduces air density, which decreases lift and can impact overall flight efficiency. 9. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft What preflight check should be performed to ensure the best performance of an sUAS? Inspect the aircraft for damage, ensure batteries are fully charged, check payload balance, and assess weather conditions before each flight. 10. Part 107 Chapter 8: Determining the Performance of Small Unmanned Aircraft How does altitude impact the maneuverability and performance of an sUAS? Higher altitudes decrease air density, which reduces lift and makes the aircraft less responsive to control inputs. 1 out of 10 Time is Up! Time's up
