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DRONE PRE-FLIGHT CHECKLIST

pre-flight checklist

• Flight date:

• Flight location:

• Weather conditions: 

• Is the location clear of people, power lines, and other objects?

• Are you in a no-fly zone? If so, find a different, appropriate (legal) place to fly. 

• Inspect equipment for damage 

• First-Aid Kit available?

• Extra batteries?

• Verify battery charge level

• Place drone in a safe level location 

• Turn on camera

• Verify transmitter controls move

• Verify transmitter controls in neutral position 

• Verify transmitter throttle to zero

• Turn on transmitter

• Connect drone battery

• Power on drone

• Start flight timer

• Check for any people and animals near by 

• Stand clear and announce “CLEAR” 

•  Arm flight controller

• Increase throttle slightly and check for abnormalities

• Hover at 3-5 feet for a few seconds to check stability