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NIST OTL Flight Lane
Created: 9/6/2025
METADATA
Test Procedure Description
At the beginning of the NIST OTL Test, we set out to
demonstrate the functionality and carry out maneuvers
of the DJI Mavic 2. Our tests consisted of three mission paths
that the pilot must take to succeed. We first started to organize
and separate the omni buckets 10 feet apart so it would be accurate
for when the drone is flying, taking pictures. We requested and
received LAANCE authorization in that flight area, so we set
up our DJI drone, going through the procedure and calibration, and
assigned our team members a rotating role for the three missions.
Image 1: Shows Omni bucket layout
Our procedure started with Sam as the pilot in control, and I was the acting
monitor. I instructed him on where the drone should be and what photos he
should take, and timed his flight. Adam was the acting visual observer and
made sure the drone aligned with the Omni buckets. After finishing the
instructed maneuvers, I made sure the drone took two photos for each bucket
without using zoom and instructed him to land and review the images.
Image 2: Shows in flight mission
After completing all three tests, we observed how the drone captured photos from
different positions without using zoom. The different types of maneuvers used were
essential to understanding how the drone operates in certain positions and circumstances
with VLOS and BVLOS.
My Results
During the NIST OTL Basic Proficiency Test, I scored 90 out of the 90 points
issued during the three trials. I passed but was unable to get land time picture.
Full completeness is crucial during any UAS test, including documentation and record.
Additionally, the Nervousness I had on the controls during my first try due to mispractice
cost me time, the second time I was able to get the time. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the
proficeincy test, and there are many spots I could have done better.
BVLOS Profciency Test
Image 1: I am the PIC in this instance with my back turned away from the drone and flying the aircraft without looking but given instructions by the visual observer
Image 2: Shows the buckets in order, but this time since I am turned away from the buckets, I am using the controllers screen instead of using my own field of vision, which makes flying these maneuvers more difficult
I have attached my flight log below with the flight time and information pertaining to the test.
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