Skyhawk 172/Cutlass 172
Flight Crew Private
Flight Crew Last 90 Days 20; Flight Crew Total 600; Flight Crew Type 250
Conflict NMAC
Human Factors
We were flying training sortie for a photo reconnaissance mission flying level at 2;500 feet MSL when a Fluorescence Orange small drone appeared to the left of the wind screen for approximately 2 seconds before passing just over the left wing of the aircraft. Approach advised and pilot provided telephone number to ATC for additional info once on the ground. The brevity of the encounter did not allow for evasive action.
C172 pilot experiences a NMAC with a drone at 2;500 feet.