20
D
URING FLIGHT
20.1 Safety measures
During the entire flight, a number of safety measures should be taken to ensure safe operation
at all times. If a safe operation is compromised, it is possible to interact with the X100 autopilot
to avoid any incidents.
20.1.1
Safety measures for take-off
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Have visual contact with the X100
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Locate the X100 on the GCS
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Observe the ZoO for aerial objects
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Ensure obstacle clearance
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Safety pin
20.1.2
Safety measures for cruise flight
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Have visual contact with the X100 at all times
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Locate the X100 on the GCS
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Monitor telemetry (air speed, altitude, ...) on the GCS
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Observe the ZoO for the X100 and other aerial objects
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Ensure obstacle clearance
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Keep an eye on changing weather conditions
20.1.3
Safety measures for descent and landing
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Have visual contact with the X100
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Follow the landing of the X100 on the GCS
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Observe the ZoO for other aerial objects
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Ensure obstacle clearance
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