AY Honor Drones Answer Key
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Drones
Skill Level
1
Year
2023
Version
06.06.2024
Approval authority
North American Division
1
Discover and describe a brief history of drones and unmanned flight.
2
Identify the following components of a drone and describe how they work together to make a drone fly:
2a
Propeller and motors
2b
Electronic Speed Controller (ESC)
2c
Flight Controller
2d
Global Positioning System (GPS)
2e
Battery
2f
Remote control (RC) receiver and transmitter
2g
Camera
3
Learn at least ten basic safety procedures for recreational drone operators. Identify which of these rules are due to laws or regulations in your state/province/territory.
4
Review the current rules and regulations for recreational/hobby drone pilots in your local area (such as the FAA or the TCAA).
5
Learn how to pass the mandatory FAA TRUST or TCAA certification (or its equivalent) for recreational/hobby drone pilots.
6
Explain why the following are important to consider when selecting a drone for recreational use:
6a
Flying time/Battery life
6b
Camera
6c
Availability of spare parts
6d
Global Positioning System (GPS)
6e
Buy from the right place
7
Find pictures and videos of drones in six commercial (non-military) applications to help you discover exciting examples of drone technology, potential opportunities for service and careers in the drone industry.
8
Read Isaiah 55:9-11, where God says that His ways are higher than our ways. Discuss how God seeing things at a higher level benefits people. How does this different perspective benefit a drone operator?
9
Using drone aerial footage, as an individual or club create a movie for use in evangelistic outreach or other ministry purposes. Make sure to follow all legal requirements in the use of the drone footage.
10
After being certified, perform the following basic maneuvers with a drone:
10a
Take-off and landing
10b
Forward and reverse flight
10c
Left and right flight
10d
360-degree rotation
