sUAS definitions

Question 1

FPV

Answer 1

First Person View

Question 2

MOA

Answer 2

Military Operations Area. Can use, but must exercise caution. Call ahead to find out if in use.

Question 3

AGL

Answer 3

Above Ground Level. In airspace classification, applies only to class E. All others are measured in MSL.

Question 4

MSL

Answer 4

Mean Sea Level. Same as altimeter. Used to signify altitudes for all classes of airspace except class E.

Question 5

METAR

Answer 5

Routine Surface Observation. Essentially the weather. Can be obtained at weather.gov. Produced every 55 minutes.

Question 6

HEMS

Answer 6

Helicopter Emergency Medical Services Tool

Question 7

POH

Answer 7

Pilot Operating Handbook. Review the POH, review manufacturer weight and balance data. Follow this POH information.

Question 8

Load Factor

Answer 8

Load we are imposing on our actual aircraft.

Question 9

Critical Angle of Attack

Answer 9

The point at which an aerodynamic stall occurs, when the propeller no longer generates lift.