Propeller Loss
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Chapter 3
Emergency Procedures
Propeller Loss
Do the following:
1.
If you suspect that you have lost a propeller, slowly and carefully fly the aircraft to a reasonable landing area
and land immediately.
2.
You may also use the automated RTH/RTL function, but keep an eye on the aircraft and make sure it is
heading in the correct direction to come back home. If the aircraft starts to deviate from the RTH/RTL
flight path, initiate the automated RTH/RTL sequence again. Repeat this step until the aircraft comes
home and lands.
3.
If the unit is not able to return to home, manually land in the nearest unpopulated area.
4.
If the aircraft loses a propeller and is flying out of control toward a populated area, initiating an emergency
“prop stop” until the props stop would be the safer recourse. Refer to your model's user manual for instruc-
tions for stopping the propellers in flight.
Loss of Power
Do the following:
1.
If power loss occurs, the aircraft will drop from the sky and fall to the ground.
2.
Verbally warn others in the operation area immediately.
3.
After the aircraft has hit the ground, approach the crash site cautiously.
4.
Look for debris as there may be sharp jagged pieces lying about. Also be cautious in case a damaged battery
erupts into a fire.
Loss of GPS
Do the following:
1.
If the GPS signal degrades until it is not working properly, or fails completely, you can still fly the aircraft
in manual mode.
2.
Bring the aircraft back to the landing area if you are able and land immediately.
3.
If you cannot return to your landing area, then land immediately in the area of GPS loss if the area is suit-
able and safe for landing.
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