# Creating an Operation

This guide will walk you through the process of creating a new drone operation within AirHub<sup>®</sup> Portal, ensuring all necessary details are captured for efficient planning, compliance, and safe execution.

#### 1. Check the Airspace

Before creating an operation, it's crucial to understand the airspace at your intended location.

* Utilize the AirHub Portal's integrated map to check for controlled airspace, federal aviation advisories, and other relevant information.
* For flights in controlled airspace, you may need to obtain LAANC authorization, which can often be done directly within the portal.

#### 2. Initiating a New Operation & Defining Operation Volume

There are two primary methods for initiating a new operation and defining its geographical volume:

* **From Discover:** When creating an operation directly from the "Discover" tab (e.g., after identifying a specific area on the map), the operation volume will be automatically generated based on your selected area.
* **Using the 'Plus' Button:** Alternatively, you can initiate an operation by clicking the '+' button located in the upper right corner of the interface. This method will require you to manually draw the desired operation volume on the map.

#### 3. Configuring Operation Details

Once the operation is initiated and its volume defined, proceed to configure the specific details of your operation:

* **Operation Overview:**
  * **Title:** Provide a clear and concise title for your operation.
  * **Description:** Add a detailed description of the operation's purpose or scope.
  * **Operation Type:** Select the appropriate operation type, such as "Recreational Section 44809" or "Commercial Part 107".
* **Date, Time, and Duration:**
  * Specify the exact **date and time** for the operation's planned start and end.
  * Set the **duration** of the planned operation.
  * Confirm the correct **time zone** for the operation location.
* **Assigning Resources:**
  * **Pilot In Command (PIC):** Assign the certified pilot who will be responsible for the operation. The system will pull their profile information for this section.
  * **Aircraft System:** Choose the specific drone from your organization's inventory that will be used for this operation.


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