A timely reminder from the UK's CAA as we go into next week's heatwave, but probably worth re-posting since the last point about environmental impacts on the pilot seemed to catch quite a few people out in the CAA's pilot competency tests:
Excessive heat can cause component or battery failure, which can lead to a loss of control.
When flying your drone in hotter than normal weather you should:
Excessive heat can cause component or battery failure, which can lead to a loss of control.
When flying your drone in hotter than normal weather you should:
- Check the maximum operating temperature for your drone.
- Avoid unnecessary exposure to direct sunlight of your drone and controller.
- Be aware of the impact of the hot weather on your own ability to fly your drone – take regular breaks and keep hydrated.