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Drone flight log: what to record
The log documents what, where and when you flew. It does not replace official forms but gives coherent records.
Key information
- Record date, place, duration, purpose and the drone used.
- Link the flight to the zone check and approvals.
- PDF/Excel export for your archive.
- Useful for audits, clients or repeating missions.
- Fill it in right after landing.
What this means for you
A good log proves organised operations. Standardise fields if you fly regularly.
What to log
- Date, start/stop time and duration.
- Location (coordinates or address + map point).
- Drone, pilot, purpose and operation category.
- Zone / NOTAM check result and any approvals.
- Export PDF/Excel when you need an archive for a client or audit.
Frequently asked questions
Strongly recommended; part of operational records for operators.
Yes, PDF and Excel for personal archive.
No. It documents what you did; you still check the area before flight.
There is no single hobby form. Clear, dated evidence linked to pre-flight checks matters most.
Yes — keep proof of zone and NOTAM checks at planning time.
Not as one universal form, but it is good practice and may be required commercially or in investigations.
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