{% endhint %}
To start the motors, hold full low throttle and full right yaw. Ensure that all the motors are
spinning. Raise RPMs slightly and move the pitch, roll, and yaw controls slightly. ALTA X
should pitch, roll, and yaw as commanded due to isolator cartridge flex. Ensure that the
ALTA X behaves as expected. If it does not, shut down ALTA X and ensure the propellers are
installed in the correct orientation and radio settings are correct.
{% hint style="danger" %} Do not make large yaw commands while on the ground with the
Skyview landing gear installed. Large yaw commands can cause instability. {% endhint %}
After checking flight control directions, advance the throttle directly from idle to hover
throttle. Prior to takeoff, do not advance throttle stick above idle until prepared for flight as
this can spool up motors undesirably. While throttling up for takeoff, do not loiter in ground
effect. Once in flight, use the Mode Switch to select between Manual, Altitude, or Position
Mode only after first confirming proper flight performance in Manual Mode.
{% hint style="danger" %} Only take off in Manual Mode or let the ALTA X take off
autonomously when doing a waypoints mission. Attempting to take off in Altitude or
Position Modes may cause ALTA X to tip over. {% endhint %}
{% hint style="danger" %} Altitude Mode and Position Mode are assistive only and are not a
replacement for pilot skill and ability. Pilots should be proficient in Manual Mode flight in
order to react to emergency situations as required. {% endhint %}
After Every Flight
1. Mode Switch
MANUAL
2. Home Switch
OFF
3. ALTA X
LAND
4. Motors
DISARM and STOP
5. Orientation Lights
VERIFY LIGHTS DIM
6. ALTA X QGroundControl CHECK for warnings
7. Batteries