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1.Check mission

Before starting a mission, it is advisable to make sure of two things:

  • That the flight plan is loaded in the Drone's memory.
  • That the flight plan has been verified and approved.

2.Verify Loiter quality

Before carrying out the first mission in a new location, or after a long period without any operations, it is advisable to verify that the Drone performs well in Loiter flight mode.

To verify Loiter quality:

  • Start the engines.
  • Take off.
  • Maneuver in Loiter mode.
  • Land the Drone.
  • Stop the engines.
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For detailed instructions on how to perform each step, refer to the sections:

  • Operational Instructions
    • Flight Operations
      • Arm + Takeoff
      • Land + Disarm

3.Arm + Takeoff

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Complete steps described on section Arm + Takeoff

  • Operational Instructions
    • Flight Operations
      • Arm + Takeoff

4.Auto

Select AUTO flight mode by lowering SD lever on the Radio Control. From this moment on, the Drone proceeds to execute the flight plan stored in its memory, executing each of the events one by one.

HERCULES X8 Drone

Figure 52. Auto

5.In-flight activities

While the Drone is executing the flight plan, it is very important that the pilot follow the following recommendations:

  • Never lose sight of the Drone.
  • Verify that at all times the Drone is following the planned route.
  • Verify that at all times the Drone maintains the indicated height and speed.
  • Verify the quality of the link at all times (remember that if the link is lost for more than 10 seconds, the RTL flight mode will be activated).
  • Always check the battery voltage (remember that if the voltage drops below 43.5 for more than 10 seconds, RTL flight mode will be activated).

6.Abort mission (Opcional)

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In the event that an incident is identified, lower the SA lever and engage RTL mode.

HERCULES X8 Drone

Figure 53. Abort mission

7.Land + Disarm

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Complete steps described on section Land + Disarm

  • Operational Instructions
    • Flight Operations
      • Land + Disarm