Reports & Papers-Lessons from Losses: Physical Damage to a Drone in Flight

Lessons from Losses: Physical Damage to a Drone in Flight - Loss 1 and Loss 2

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The document discusses two drone losses due to physical damage in flight, Loss 1 and Loss 2. Loss 1 occurred in Las Vegas, where a drone crashed despite maintaining GPS connection, highlighting the potential for collateral damage in drone accidents. The lessons learned include the importance of developing safety practices to prevent future accidents. Loss 2, in Lake Almonor, CA, resulted from a lost transmission signal causing the drone to crash into a tree, indicating challenges with airspace congestion affecting drone navigation. Recommendations to minimize such losses include installing GPS on drones and operating them in open areas to avoid obstacles. The document emphasizes the need for regulatory measures and safety protocols to enhance drone operation and mitigate risks.

Keywords

drone losses

physical damage

Las Vegas

collateral damage

GPS connection

safety practices

Lake Almonor

transmission signal

airspace congestion

regulatory measures