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Winter Operations

Take extra precautions to ensure your drone and batteries are prepared to fly in winter conditions

Replacing your drone equipment due to winter damage can cost 28% of a new drone's value.

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severity - 4 extreme

Do Not Fly: Blizzard Warning

Blizzard warnings, stay inside and do not operate.

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severity - 4 extreme

Do Not Fly: Hail Risk

Drone activities prohibited, protect all assets and seek cover.

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severity - 4 extreme

Do Not Fly: Extreme Snow

Heavy snowfall expected to cause damage to equipment.

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severity - 4 extreme

Do Not Fly Consumer Drones: Extreme Cold

Temperature below 0. Only operate enterprise drones with advanced operating temperature

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severity - 3 sever

Return Drone With 50% Battery: Cold Flying Conditions

Drone battery drains fast in cold weather. Ensure enough battery life to land safely.

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severity - 1 minor

Do Not Fly: Low Visibility

Low visibility expected along route. Federal law requires minimum visibility of 3 miles from your control station.

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severity - 2 moderate

Use a Take-off and Landing Pad: Icy Conditions

Left over snow on the ground, take off and land from a pad or flat surface. The warmth of the drone's battery will melt the snow and add moisture on the drone.

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