Instruction manual

CLX
D. Prepare to Enter the Imaging Pattern
1) Fly at least 1000' AGL during daylight and at least 2000' AGL
at night, and no slower than V
x
2) Ensure you’re flying slowly enough (~ 75-80 kts) to allow the
AP to get several photos from each angle or side
3) Secure camera neck and/or wrist strap and hold or store lens
cap
4) Check camcorder microphone cable connection to the
intercom
5) Check that the camera/camcorder is on
6) Ready the Photo Log
7) Secure loose items in the cabin and open the window
E. Taking Photos with the Camera
1) Steady the camera and give the log keeper a heads up
2) Frame and take the photos, keeping the log keeper informed
of your photos
F. Recording Video with the Camcorder
1) Steady the camcorder and set for wide angle (no zoom)
2) Begin recording and commentary about five seconds before
the target comes into frame
3) Zoom in (smoothly) when the target is abeam
4) Zoom out about five seconds beyond the target, and stop
recording
5) Play back the video before moving in towards the target to
make sure you got the video you wanted
6) Minimize zooming in and out while recording
7) Zoom out to wide angle when finished recording, and stop
recording
G. Determine Success or Failure
1) Pilot selects a safe area away from the target to circle the
aircraft
2) AP reviews the photos/video on the LCD screen (if using a
portable GPS, ensure the coordinates were recorded with the
images)
3) Plan and re-shoot as necessary
4) Log time (and Hobbs) and report "Out of the Search Area"
5) Double-check heading and altitude assigned for transit to
next target or return to base