Very good write up. Should be mandatory reading for those new to flying ops.
Interesting comment about an "essential pre-flight check - every flight" due to the potential consequences which I had not considered.
In a different life, the time/distance associated with compass calibration (or...
I bought 2 of these (to have a spare) and use it with an iPad and PYGTECH tablet holder. There is some extra length to deal with, but so far working well:
UGREEN USB-C to Lightning Cable 3FT MFi-Certified