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Midair Collision Imminent

Andi Lamprecht Andi Lamprecht ·· 1 min read· Draft
Midair Collision Imminent
WARNING: Midair Collision May Result in Hull loss to unmanned aircraft, or significant damage to persons, properties or critical infrastructure. Strict observance to this procedure is required to avoid damage to or destruction of equipment, loss of mission effectiveness, or injury to persons. (MAJOR)

INDICATIONS

  1. The RPIC observes through visual line of sight, or through telemetry/remote sensing (such as sensors, cameras, or the Flight Alerter application), that their aircraft is in close proximity to another object or aircraft, and the flight paths are converging with insufficient separation distance.

FAILSAFE BEHAVIOR

There is no Failsafe for this emergency.

PROCEDURE

COLLISION IMMINENT ANNOUNCE

INTRUDING AIRCRAFT LOCATION ANNOUNCE

UNCREW: DEFENSIVE CROUCH SELECT

NOTE: If LiDAR Rangefinder is not operational, use AMC Altitude slider to complete the descent maneuver.

Video Feed MONITOR

If obstacle is observed in descent path:

Uncrew: Pause SELECT

Maintain current altitude and position, proceed to Step 9

Altitude is equal to 80 feet based on LiDAR Rangefinder VERIFY

Uncrew: Resume SELECT

Alternatively, it is within the RPIC’s authority to select the Return to Home Button via Uncrew.

Procedure Complete
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