S.O.P. and Checklist for Mavic 2 Pro

The following post is what my crew and I perform when planning and getting ready to execute a mission.  We first and foremost need to identify what platform that we are going to be flying.  You can see that for this S.O.P. and checklist are made for our Mavic 2 Pro mission that can be seen in a later post.  It is important to ensure that you use the correct settings that pertain to the mission you are attempting to fly.

Platform: Mavic Pro 2 with Hasselblad Sensor (24mp) data collecting

Lense: 28 mm Lense

Settings: 4K FULL FOV,  Video Coding H.265 for 10 bit color, ISO @ 100, faster shutter speed, Adjust White Balance, Nader,

S.O.P:

• Identify the mission at hand and set parameters.
• Check weather and environmental factors
• Identify pilot and VO (check currency)
• Double checking all equipment
• Identify takeoff and landing area along with emergency landing area.
• Identify

Checklist:

Before leaving for the field:

• Confirm location and purpose of the mission.
• Check batteries for charge.
• Check that all needed items are in the case.
• Check weather (wind, temp, precip, etc.)
• Load up the equipment.

Arriving at the field: (V.O)

• Looking over the mission area for any obstacles.
• Mark the highpoints for trees, powerlines, ect.
• Lay out GCP’s and write down the location and the order you put them out in.
• Lay out the landing pad (if it is needed).

Arriving at the field: (PIC)

• Look around the mission area for any obstacles.
• Make sure the mission plan on measure and the DJI app is correct.
• Find best/preferred takeoff and landing area.
• Set up the props on the drone.
• Set up the transmitter and app on phone or tablet.
• Set up all camera settings.
• Double check props and transmitter.
• Install battery and make sure it is seated properly.
• Place Mavic at the takeoff location.