MULTI-ROTOR DRONE SAFETY

High end camera drones are lots of fun however they are not to be treated as toys. Bad piloting of the drone can cause serious injury to others and property damage. Learn how to operate drones properly. RomanoAerials advocates and supports flight safety for everyone in the hobby.

Here are just a few very important tips:

Use the latest firmware
Tune up your motors and props
Inspect your sticks.
Calibrate your transmitter.
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Get the right training and understanding of flight mechanics to avoid situations like this. — Get the right training and understanding of flight mechanics to avoid situations like this.

GENERAL

The Multi-Rotor is not a toy and not suitable for children under 14 years.
If you don’t have sufficient knowledge about the control of a model aircraft, please contact someone with experience.
An appropriate (model aircraft) liability insurance is required. In general, model aircraft are not covered by a standard liability insurance.

BEFORE STARTING

Check the reliability of the Multi-Rotor.
The flight battery and transmitter battery must be fully charged. Puffy or very hot batteries are dangerous.
Always turn on the transmitter first and then the Multi-Rotor.
Watch for visible damage such as loose screws, broken, unbalanced or damaged propellers, faulty connectors or solder joints, etc.
The propeller must be in a good condition and securely mounted. The rotors must spin smoothly. Please ensure that there are no objects are in the rotational plane of the propellers or within a distance that poses a risk of obstruction. Rotating propeller ends are dangerous to touch – never touch a rotating propeller with fingers or other body parts.
Learn how to handle LiPo batteries.
Ensure that the selected channel on the remote control is free and that you’re within range of the transmitter.
Ensure the sensors are calibrated.
Different settings can result in fundamentally different flight characteristics and occupation of the Channel functions. Make sure that you are familiar with the setting and its features.
After starting the motors, check that all motors are running and rotate evenly. Please fly carefully at a low altitude until you know that everything is working fine.
Perform a pre-flight check (see checklist below).

DURING THE FLIGHT

GENERAL

The Multi-Rotor is not a toy and not suitable for children under 14 years.
If you don’t have sufficient knowledge about the control of a model aircraft, please contact someone with experience.
An appropriate (model aircraft) liability insurance is required. In general, model aircraft are not covered by a standard liability insurance.

BEFORE STARTING

Check the reliability of the Multi-Rotor.
The flight battery and transmitter battery must be fully charged. Puffy or very hot batteries are dangerous.
Always turn on the transmitter first and then the Multi-Rotor.
Watch for visible damage such as loose screws, broken, unbalanced or damaged propellers, faulty connectors or solder joints, etc.
The propeller must be in a good condition and securely mounted. The rotors must spin smoothly. Please ensure that there are no objects are in the rotational plane of the propellers or within a distance that poses a risk of obstruction. Rotating propeller ends are dangerous to touch – never touch a rotating propeller with fingers or other body parts.
Learn how to handle LiPo batteries.
Ensure that the selected channel on the remote control is free and that you’re within range of the transmitter.
Ensure the sensors are calibrated.
Different settings can result in fundamentally different flight characteristics and occupation of the Channel functions. Make sure that you are familiar with the setting and its features.
After starting the motors, check that all motors are running and rotate evenly. Please fly carefully at a low altitude until you know that everything is working fine.
Perform a pre-flight check (see checklist below).

DURING THE FLIGHT

6 Propeller Multi-Rotor Camera Drone with 2 LiPo packs.

Do not take risks! Your own safety and that of your environment depend on the good behavior of the pilot. Always maintain a safe distance from people, animals and objects. Improper operation can cause serious injury and property damage! Never fly towards viewers and avoid flying over spectators.
Keep in mind that viewers could get close to the Multi-Rotor, without being aware of potential dangers.
Always turn off the Multi-Rotor first and disconnect the flight battery before turning off the transmitter.
Only fly in sight. In the case of manual control, you must be able to see the position and attitude.
Never rely 100% on functions such as GPS, compass, or altitude control. You must always be able to take manual control of the Multi-Rotor.
Reduce the throttle or switch off the motors in case of a crash or failure.
Do not fly in blocked air space, such as in the vicinity of airports, etc.
Pay attention to under-voltage warning -flying on an empty battery can cause damage to the Lipos and crash.
If a defect or malfunction has occurred, it must be corrected before the next start.
When using GPS mode take note that the position of the Multi-Rotor can change suddenly some by a few feet.

AFTER THE FLIGHT

disconnect the battery and check all over for damage. Make sure that there is no damage to the propellers.
Understand safety and handling of LiPos after use.
After a crash, the sensors and electronics might be damaged. Recalibrate! Balance!

CHECKLIST (PRE-FLIGHT CHECK)

Weather conditions suitable (Beginners are advised to fly with little or no wind).
Frame and all screws are tight.
Propeller not damaged and tightly fixed.
Battery fully charged and securely mounted.
Transmitter battery charged and the antennas are free.
Channel of the transmitter is not busy. If 35/40/70MHz or other MHz-RC-controls are in operation simultaneously, the used channels must be checked with the other pilots (not necessary for 2.4 GHz systems).
Check RC(TX/RX) operation range (on the ground!) from time to time (and before 1st flight).
Ensure there is nothing in the danger zone of the propeller.
Ensure enough space for launch and flight.
Ensure the GPS module (if any) has GPS fix. If CH or PH is active it will beep every second. Check that when you switch to GPS mode, there will be an audible beep.
For manual start ensure GPS and altitude controls are turned off.
Ensure sensors are calibrated and that the right setting is loaded.
Ensure the trim of the remote control is in neutral position.