This drone pre-flight checklist guides pilots through essential safety checks before takeoff. Inspect propellers and motors for cracks, damage, and secure fit; confirm motors rotate smoothly and are firmly seated. Verify the frame has no cracks or loose wiring, vents are clear, status lights work, and the camera lens is clean with sufficient storage. Assess batteries for swelling and full charge, including those for navigation devices. Test the remote controller’s levers, switches, antenna position, power, screen setup, and GPS home function. Perform a hover check to confirm payload security, remove gimbal locks and lens covers, watch for imbalances and abnormal sounds, validate control responsiveness, check for electromagnetic interference, and resolve any software warnings. Document issues with notes and photos and escalate critical findings to the chief pilot.
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