18.9.1. Weather Dependency

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are two weather factors that can impact aerial surveys?

   Hint

   Think about common weather conditions.

2. 2.

   Why is it important to check the weather before a survey?

   Hint

   Consider what weather can affect.

3. 3.

   What effect does high wind have on survey operations?

   • Increase data quality
   • Destabilize the drone
   • None of the above

   Hint

   Think about stability while in the air.

4. 4.

   True or False: Rain can affect the quality of data collected by aerial surveys.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how rain affects equipment.

5. 5.

   Design a plan for a surveying operation considering unpredictable weather. Outline steps to mitigate risks.

   Hint

   Think about flexibility and preparedness.

6. 6.

   Evaluate the impact of strong winds on a project timeline that relies on aerial surveying. What adjustments could be made?

   Hint

   How does weather affect not just data, but project management?