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Are you transitioning to a Yuneec product? If so, like me, I have a fleet of DJI drones. I am not a product fan flyer, I use my sUAS as a tool. But transitioning from one product to another can be daunting, because we have to change our mindset and relearn, what we have learned.
I bought my first Yuneec product due to my frustrations with DJI M series, but don't get me wrong, I still love my DJI drones. Like, Ive said, I treat and use my drones as a tool. But the more, I fly my TH Plus the more I like the Plus more than my other crafts. ( And my prime influencer is @Ty Pilot that I made the plunged in getting my TH Plus)
My maiden flight:
Now let's talk about Flyaways and how to avoid them.
1) When you first unbox your TH Plus, read the manual thoroughly.
2) Use this forum wisely, dig deep into the archives.
3) Save your first build (firmware) and read this How to Upgrade/Downgrade C23 Camera Firmware for the H Plus
You will find the thread above useful, as you progress.
Here's why. My first encounter with lack of Sat connectivity.:
What I have learned, and in the long run, you will experience these symptoms as you progress, and will also learn on how to avoid and safely correct the situation. First off.... Learn how to fly in ATTI or Manual Mode, this skill set will come in handy.
Let's jump into my process.
Drone flyaways are more common than you think and can happen to anyone whether you are a beginner or an expert.
1. Do a Pre-flight Check.
Aside from the obvious mechanical per-flight check, do a satellite and gps check. Make sure that your satellite count are substantial for flight. Green means GO!
Do a hover check, there are times that the TH Plus will drift or climb without input control. Do not panic, bring it down. When in doubt, bring it down. There are times that it wants to fight you, do not panic, tame it, and bring it down. If for some reason that it wants to tip over. Do not panic it won't. I have been there, and I have yet to tip my TH Plus. Do not panic. It is not a DJI sUAS. Bring it down.....DO NOT PANIC!
2. Recalibrate.
During your first initial flight out of the box, calibrate your IMU (accelerometer) and compass.
IMU/Accelerometer: Yuneec TH Plus does not clear indicate on how to calibrate the accelerometer, but here's how:
Compass: Generally when traveling 100+ miles from last compass calibration you should recalibrate the compass, but when in doubt calibrate your compass. I usually calibrate my compass after relocating from one field to another (I work in construction pits, and I calibrate accordingly) Don’t just rely on your GPS to guide your drone, but compass calibration is need, not just for a peace of mind, but it is a good practice, specially when there is too much magnetic interference where you are flying.
3. Fly Within Line of Sight.
This is common sense. There is a reason the FAA requires you to keep your drone in sight at all times. By flying your drone too far out of sight you not only risk losing it, it could also endanger others,. Pay attention to the warnings, monitoring your drone solely through your live video feed is never a good idea. If you do this, you won’t be able to see what’s behind or to either side of your drone. Sometimes “flyways” are just accidents resulting from the drone not being visible, bring someone with you, when you fly to act as your VO if possible. Pay attention to all the warnings and do not treat each warnings lightly. Land your sUAS and evaluate the situation if in doubt, by doing so, you will be able to fly another day.
Happy flying
I bought my first Yuneec product due to my frustrations with DJI M series, but don't get me wrong, I still love my DJI drones. Like, Ive said, I treat and use my drones as a tool. But the more, I fly my TH Plus the more I like the Plus more than my other crafts. ( And my prime influencer is @Ty Pilot that I made the plunged in getting my TH Plus)
My maiden flight:
Now let's talk about Flyaways and how to avoid them.
1) When you first unbox your TH Plus, read the manual thoroughly.
2) Use this forum wisely, dig deep into the archives.
3) Save your first build (firmware) and read this How to Upgrade/Downgrade C23 Camera Firmware for the H Plus
You will find the thread above useful, as you progress.
Here's why. My first encounter with lack of Sat connectivity.:
What I have learned, and in the long run, you will experience these symptoms as you progress, and will also learn on how to avoid and safely correct the situation. First off.... Learn how to fly in ATTI or Manual Mode, this skill set will come in handy.
Let's jump into my process.
Drone flyaways are more common than you think and can happen to anyone whether you are a beginner or an expert.
1. Do a Pre-flight Check.
Aside from the obvious mechanical per-flight check, do a satellite and gps check. Make sure that your satellite count are substantial for flight. Green means GO!
Do a hover check, there are times that the TH Plus will drift or climb without input control. Do not panic, bring it down. When in doubt, bring it down. There are times that it wants to fight you, do not panic, tame it, and bring it down. If for some reason that it wants to tip over. Do not panic it won't. I have been there, and I have yet to tip my TH Plus. Do not panic. It is not a DJI sUAS. Bring it down.....DO NOT PANIC!
2. Recalibrate.
During your first initial flight out of the box, calibrate your IMU (accelerometer) and compass.
IMU/Accelerometer: Yuneec TH Plus does not clear indicate on how to calibrate the accelerometer, but here's how:
Compass: Generally when traveling 100+ miles from last compass calibration you should recalibrate the compass, but when in doubt calibrate your compass. I usually calibrate my compass after relocating from one field to another (I work in construction pits, and I calibrate accordingly) Don’t just rely on your GPS to guide your drone, but compass calibration is need, not just for a peace of mind, but it is a good practice, specially when there is too much magnetic interference where you are flying.
3. Fly Within Line of Sight.
This is common sense. There is a reason the FAA requires you to keep your drone in sight at all times. By flying your drone too far out of sight you not only risk losing it, it could also endanger others,. Pay attention to the warnings, monitoring your drone solely through your live video feed is never a good idea. If you do this, you won’t be able to see what’s behind or to either side of your drone. Sometimes “flyways” are just accidents resulting from the drone not being visible, bring someone with you, when you fly to act as your VO if possible. Pay attention to all the warnings and do not treat each warnings lightly. Land your sUAS and evaluate the situation if in doubt, by doing so, you will be able to fly another day.
Happy flying
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