WATTS INNOVATIONS PRISM R.P.A.S., Flight Manual

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PRISM FLIGHT MANUAL
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Move RPS as close to the RPA as possible to
minimize the effect of the external interference
or weak signal strength. Toggle the flight mode
switch to regain control of the RPA.
If possible, restore power to RPS and toggle the
flight mode switch to regain control of the RPA
Make sure the area directly below the RPA
is clear of persons and objects during the
automated landing
procedure.
Stage First Aid kit and fire extinguisher near the
exclusion area.
Once all options of regaining the
control link have been exhausted, prepare for
the automated landing procedure.
Upon entering FAILSAFE mode, the RPA will fly directly back to the Home Position (Launch
area). If the RPA is below the specified RTH Altitude, it will first remain in its current
position while ascending to the predetermined altitude. This altitude should be set to be
well above the highest obstacle in the flight operation area (See 2.9.4, MOCA).
8.2.2 RTL (RETURN TO LAND)
Announce the emergency situation
Create an exclusion zone beneath the path of
the RPA as it returns to the landing area.
Ready the Fire extinguisher.
Make sure the area directly below the RPA
is clear of persons and objects during the
automated landing procedure.
Toggle the flight mode switch as the RPA flies
back to the RPS to attempt to regain control of
the RPA.
Once all options of regaining the control
link have been exhausted, prepare for the
automated landing procedure.
PILOT PAYLOAD OPERATOR / OBSERVER
Attempt to determine the cause of the loss of
link:
• RPS power failure.
• External Interference corrupting the control
link signal.
• RPA beyond control link range.
ACTIONS TO BE PERFORMED BY: