When adapting crew resource management (CRM) concepts to the operation of a small UA, CRM must be integrated into

Why →CRM principles apply to all phases of sUAS operations: planning, pre-flight, flight operations, and post-flight evaluation. Effective CRM includes communication between the remote PIC and visual observer, workload management, situational awareness, and decision-making throughout the entire operation.

Field note →For solo drone operations (no VO), CRM principles still apply through self-briefing, structured pre-flight decision-making (PAVE/IMSAFE), and post-flight evaluation. CRM isn't just about teams. It's about systematic human performance.