In the image above note the option called “Multiple Flight Mode”. With Multiple Flight Mode enabled you can now
switch to ATTI mode using the mode switch on the controller. Flying in ATTI is not that different from flying in GPS
mode: the drone will still maintain its altitude and the controls still function the same. The main difference is that the
drone will no longer hold position automatically, it will be affected by any wind as well as its own inertia.
I always think of ATTI mode as being like a pebble on a frozen pond: if you give it a push in one direction it will keep
going, so in order to stop it you need to push it back in the opposite direction. Practise flying ATTI in the DJI simulator
and then try it in an open field where you have room to make
mistakes. It shouldn’t take long to get to grips with it and
then you’ll have the ability to take control if GPS fails or the GPS control system isn’t functioning correctly.
I always look at P-GPS as a feature to use occasionally now and fly in ATTI most of the time. I always take off in P-
ATTI mode as well as the worst time to discover a GPS fault is upon takeoff when you have little time to adjust to the
situation. Obviously this requires careful operation if it’s windy so take care trying it and be aware of the wind direction
and speed before taking off.
8. Check props, and check again!
