Can the pilot for the Autonomous Flight Mission move the remote (while on the table) so that the antenna is pointing towards the drone while in flight to keep it from losing connection. Is it allowed?
Yes, this is allowed.
Rule AM9 prohibits teams from interacting with the controller during the Autonomous Flight Mission match to prevent direct control of the drone. However, the intent of this rule is not to restrict actions that maintain connectivity, such as repositioning the controller or adjusting the antenna to ensure the drone stays connected.
Therefore, moving the controller or adjusting the antenna during the match to maintain communication with the drone is permitted, as long as it does not involve direct control of the drone.