Operations & SafetyQuestion 99 of 100
Which statement best describes the difference between scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a small UAS?
a.Scheduled follows the manufacturer's stated interval; unscheduled corrects a discovered problem
b.Scheduled is performed by the FAA; unscheduled is performed by the remote pilot
c.Scheduled applies only to firmware; unscheduled applies only to airframe parts
d.Scheduled requires a waiver in advance; unscheduled requires a written accident report
Explanation
Scheduled maintenance is done at the intervals the manufacturer publishes, such as replacing propellers or servicing motors after a set number of hours or cycles, while unscheduled maintenance addresses a defect found during an inspection or flight, such as a cracked arm or a swollen battery. Either way the operator should keep records of what was done and when. The FAA does not perform maintenance, and the scheduled/unscheduled split has nothing to do with waivers or with a firmware-versus-hardware division.
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