Explain contingency planning in RC aviation and give an example.

• A. Plans for unexpected events with no practical examples.
• B. Only plans for weather-related issues.
• C. Plans for unexpected events; example: alternate landing site if primary route blocked.
• D. Contingency planning is not used.

Answer: (C)

Contingency planning is about pre-arranging backup options for things that could go wrong during a flight. In RC aviation, it means thinking ahead not just about weather, but about any disruption—equipment issues, navigation problems, airspace restrictions, or a blocked route—and having ready-made alternatives.

The best choice captures that idea and gives a concrete example: planning an alternate landing site along the planned route so you can divert if the primary area becomes unavailable. This shows how you anticipate disruption and keep the mission safe by having a viable fallback.

Other options miss the full scope. It isn’t just about plans with no practical examples, nor is it limited to weather issues, and contingency planning is indeed a standard practice used to manage risk and keep operations safe.