Pre-Flight and Post Flight Check List

[GMC]

Does anyone have a Pre-Flight and Post Flight check list? I would like to add it to the Tips and Tricks for the TH.

Thanks,

Gary

 

[DroneClone]

Detailed, but one I use:
PRE-FLIGHT / RUN-UP

• Verifying all transmitter, on-board aircraft and camera batteries are fully charged; (confirm voltages)
• Ensure no frequency conflicts with both video and transmitter / receiver
• Checking all control surfaces for signs of damage, loose hinges, and overall condition; Looking over the wing/rotors to ensure they are in good structural condition and properly secured;
• Check motor/engine and mounting attached to the airframe;
• Study propellers / mounting hardware (tight) / rotor blades for chips and deformation;
• Check the landing gear for damage and function
• Test electrical connections, plugged in and secure
• Ensure photo / video equipment mounting system is secure and operational.
• Check location of GPS equipment controlling the autopilot.
• Check the IMU movements in the ground control software.
• UAV in stabilization mode, ensure control surfaces move towards the correct positions
• UAV / Drone is in a level location safe for takeoff
• FPV / Power up ground station
• FPV / Power up Video receiver / goggles
• If using Video recorder turn on camera system
• Camera settings are correct (still images, video, framerate)
• SD camera memory clear and inserted into the camera
• Action / Start filming
• All transmitter controls move freely in all directions
• All transmitter trims in neutral position
• All transmitter switches in correct position( typically away) In Smart Mode you are 26' away at take off and landings.
• Transmitter throttle to zero, no imputs on sticks till take off cleared
• Radio transmitter on
• Connect / power on battery to airframe
• Ensure led indicators and audible tones are correct
• Timer on (if applicable)
• FPV, confirm video is in monitor / goggles
• Scan for nearby cars / people / animals
• Say “CLEAR!”
• Arm flight controller
• Increase throttle slightly listening for any abnormalities
• Short 20-30 second hover at 3-5 feet (listen for vibrations / loose items)
• Confirm Voltage levels are correct
• Have Fun your Typhoon H !

 

[Dragonflyerthom]

That is very thorough DC.

 

[DroneClone]

That is very thorough DC.

It helps! I actually do all these mentally before take off! How you been!

 

[GMC]

It helps! I actually do all these mentally before take off! How you been!

Thanks DC. Added to the list. I plan on posting this on Sunday.

 

[DroneClone]

Thanks DC. Added to the list. I plan on posting this on Sunday.

Appreciate the hard work and dedication to this important project for us "ALL" !

 

[humboldt 707]

Detailed, but one I use:
PRE-FLIGHT / RUN-UP

• Verifying all transmitter, on-board aircraft and camera batteries are fully charged; (confirm voltages)
• Ensure no frequency conflicts with both video and transmitter / receiver
• Checking all control surfaces for signs of damage, loose hinges, and overall condition; Looking over the wing/rotors to ensure they are in good structural condition and properly secured;
• Check motor/engine and mounting attached to the airframe;
• Study propellers / mounting hardware (tight) / rotor blades for chips and deformation;
• Check the landing gear for damage and function
• Test electrical connections, plugged in and secure
• Ensure photo / video equipment mounting system is secure and operational.
• Check location of GPS equipment controlling the autopilot.
• Check the IMU movements in the ground control software.
• UAV in stabilization mode, ensure control surfaces move towards the correct positions
• UAV / Drone is in a level location safe for takeoff
• FPV / Power up ground station
• FPV / Power up Video receiver / goggles
• If using Video recorder turn on camera system
• Camera settings are correct (still images, video, framerate)
• SD camera memory clear and inserted into the camera
• Action / Start filming
• All transmitter controls move freely in all directions
• All transmitter trims in neutral position
• All transmitter switches in correct position( typically away) In Smart Mode you are 26' away at take off and landings.
• Transmitter throttle to zero, no imputs on sticks till take off cleared
• Radio transmitter on
• Connect / power on battery to airframe
• Ensure led indicators and audible tones are correct
• Timer on (if applicable)
• FPV, confirm video is in monitor / goggles
• Scan for nearby cars / people / animals
• Say “CLEAR!”
• Arm flight controller
• Increase throttle slightly listening for any abnormalities
• Short 20-30 second hover at 3-5 feet (listen for vibrations / loose items)
• Confirm Voltage levels are correct
• Have Fun your Typhoon H !

I like it!