S2E93 - Store It Safe: Mastering RPAS Equipment Storage for Reliability and Compliance

Your drone’s health doesn’t just depend on how you fly—it depends on how you store it. In S2E93 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 6.4.3: Equipment Storage, teaching you how proper post-flight care keeps your RPAS mission-ready and compliant with Transport Canada standards.

In this episode:
📦 Best practices for equipment storage – how to protect drones, controllers, and payloads from damage, dust, and moisture
🌡 Temperature & environment – why improper storage can shorten the life of your batteries, sensors, and electronics
🛠 Transport Canada expectations – what regulators look for in storage and maintenance readiness
🧰 Field storage vs. long-term storage – how to secure gear between missions and during seasonal downtime
🚁 Common mistakes to avoid – like leaving batteries installed, ignoring humidity control, or storing in direct sunlight
💡 Pro tips – affordable storage solutions, labeling systems, and inspection routines that keep your kit reliable and audit-ready

Improper storage can silently degrade your drone before you even power it on. Learn how to safeguard your equipment so it’s always ready for the next mission—and the next inspection.

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