What should a recreational flyer do to reduce the chance of an accident with another aircraft?

• A. Ignore distractions
• B. Avoid distractions and be aware of surroundings
• C. Fly as high as possible
• D. Tape the drone to avoid contact

Answer: (B)

Staying aware of your surroundings and avoiding distractions reduces the chance of a mid-air collision. Other aircraft can be in the same airspace as a recreational drone, sometimes without obvious warning. By keeping your attention on the flight area, regularly scanning for airplanes, helicopters, or other flying craft, and maintaining visual contact with your drone, you can spot potential conflicts early and adjust course, altitude, or land to prevent an accident. Reducing distractions means not using a phone, listening to loud music, or focusing on something other than the flight. Flying higher or taping the drone in place won’t reliably prevent collisions and can create additional risks or violate safe-flight practices.