2. Performance and Limitations
This section contains detailed information about the performance and limitations of each associated element.
AE Environmental Limitations
Temperature
Operating Range: 32°F - 95°F
Precipitation
As the aircraft is not permitted to operate in any amount of rain, snow or fog, neither are the system’s associated elements. The RPIC control station must be sheltered from precipitation.
Icing Conditions
PRISM V2.3 operation is prohibited when potential icing conditions exist (any moisture including clouds, precipitation, mist, fog, in conjunction with ambient air temperature at or below 41°F). The RPIC control station should be protected from icing conditions and operations shall be suspended when such conditions are present.
Humidity
Operating Relative Humidity: 10 - 90% (non-condensing)
Solar Exposure
The RPIC control station should be located outside of direct sunlight to avoid excessive UV exposure and aid in adhering to the temperature limits of the system. This may be achieved by placing the station underneath an awning or canopy.
Power Limitations
Sufficient power is required to power all electronic hardware devices described in Section 1, including the RPIC control station desktop and all accessories. The operator is responsible for ensuring adequate alternating current (AC) power is available at 110-120V (60 Hz).
Crew Limitations
In the minimum crew configuration, the RPIC Control Station can be operated by a single RPIC.
Prohibited Actions
The RPIC control station must be operated in accordance with the limitations and procedures prescribed within the PRISM V2.3 UAFM.