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UAS Safety Checklist 
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Table of Contents 

A. Intended Use 

B. Aircraft 

1. UAS Description 

2. Performance and Characteristics 

3. Fuel System 

4. Radio Frequency 

5. Payloads 

C. Control and Communications 

1. Flight / Camera Controls 

2. Return to Home 

D. Operational Considerations 

1. Flight Creative Media, LLC (“FCM”) Operations Manual 

2. Pilot/Crew Qualifications and Training 

3. In-Field Safety Checklist 

4. Maintenance 

5. Manuals 
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Intended Use 

Applicant: Flight Creative Media, LLC d/b/a Flight Creative Media 

Intended Use: Flight Creative Media, LLC, a Minnesota limited liability company, 

will offer aerial imaging, photography, videography, aerial inspections, surveying 

and mapping and agricultural inspections services. 
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Aircraft
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UAS Description 

Make: DJI Inspire 1 With a DJI X3 FC-350 Camera and Zenmuse 

X3 Gimbal 

Model: 1600 

Size: Length: 17 inches 

 Width: 17 inches 

 Height: 12 inches 

 Weight: 6.5 lbs. 
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Performance and Characteristics 

Performance: Maximum speed: 45 mph 

 Maximum altitude: 14,700 

 Maximum length of 

time of sustained 

flight: 

18 Minutes (Regular Battery) 

22 Minutes (Extended Life Battery) 
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Fuel System 

Fuel system: Capacity Electrical 

 Electronics fuel source Lipo-65 22.2 voltage, Intelligent Flight Battery 

Functions (18 or 22 Minutes). 

1. Battery Level Display: LEDs display 

current battery level. 

2. Battery Life Display: LEDs display the 

current battery power cycle. 

3. Auto Charging Function: The battery 

automatically discharges to below 65% of total 

power when it is idle for more than 10 days to 

prevent swelling. It takes approximately 2 days 

in an idle state to discharge to 65%. Discharge 

thresholds may be set in the Pilot App. 

4. Balance Charging: Automatically balances 

the voltage of each battery cell during charging. 

5. Over Charge Protection: Charging 

automatically stops when the battery is fully 

charged. 

6. Temperature Detection: The battery will 

only charge when the air or inside temperature 

is between 32 degrees and 104 degrees 

Fahrenheit. 

7. Over Current Protection: Battery stops 

charging when high amperage (more than 10 

amps) is detected. 

8. Over Charge Protection: Discharging 

automatically stops when the battery voltage 

reaches 18 volts to prevent over-charge 

damage. 

9. Short Circuit Protection: Automatically cuts 

the power supply when a short circuit is 

detected. 

10: Battery Cell Damages Protection: DJI 

Pilot App shows a warning message when 

damaged battery cell is detected. 

11: Battery Information History: Shows the 

last 32 entries of battery information records 

that include warning messages and so on. 

12. Sleep Mode: Sleep mode is entered after 

10 minutes of inactivity to conserve power. 

13. Communication: Battery voltage, 
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capacity, current, and other relevant 

information is provided to the UAS’s main 

controller. 

 Battery reserve (if 

applicable) 

N/A (Batteries can be charged via 180 volt 

charger) 
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Radio Frequency 

Radio Frequency: Radio Frequency (RF) 

spectrum to be used 

for the UAS 

5725-5825 MHz 

2400-2483 MHz 

 FCC Compliance? Complies with FCC Part 15 Rules. 1) Device 

may not cause harmful interference and 2) 

Device must accept any interference received, 

including interference that may cause undesired 

operation. 
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Payloads 

Make: Current DJI X3 FC-350 Camera and Zenmuse X3 

Gimbal 

 Future Upgraded camera platforms possible abiding by 

the performance capacity limitations of the 

UAS 
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Control and Communications 
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Flight / Camera Controls 

Make: Current Single Controller for the PIC 

 Future Two Controllers: 1 for PIC and 1 controlling 

the camera for the Observer 
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Return to Home 

Communications: The UAS system has 

the following 

“disengage / return 

home” features 

Return to Home (RTH) brings the UAS back 

to the last recorded Home Point (location in 

which the UAS takes off with GPS signal. 

There are three cases in which the RTH will be 

activated: 

1. Smart RTH is used by depressing the RTH 

button in the DJI Pilot App when GPS is 

available, which enables the RTH feature. 

This feature may be used to mitigate a hazard 

or inadvertent collisions with terrain or 

obstacles. Pressing the Smart RTH button 

once to start the process, depress again once 

again to cancel Smart RTH function to regain 

manual control—thus cancelling the RTH. 

 2. Low Battery RTH is a failsafe function 

that is triggered when the UAS Intelligent 

Flight Battery (displayed on the Pilot App in 

minutes remaining flight time) is depleted to a 

point that may affect the safe return of the 

aircraft. Initially, the pilot will be advised via 

the Pilot App to return or land the aircraft 

immediately when these warnings are shown. 

The Home Point will advise the pilot that the 

low warning is triggered, if no action is taken 

within 10 seconds of that warning, the aircraft 

will RTH and land. 

3. Failsafe RTH is activated automatically if 

the remote controller signal (including video 

relay signal) is lost for more than 3 seconds 

provided that the Home Point GPS has been 

successfully recorded and the compass is 

functioning normally. Failsafe RTH will 

relinquish control back to the pilot once the 

remote control signal is regained. Should a 

GPS signal fail or become unavailable, the 

Vision Positioning System is comprised of 2 

sonar sensors and one monocular camera 

which can accurately determine a visual 

orientation and position for hovering. 
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 Override capability 

from any preprogrammed flight 

plan? 

Yes. The PIC may override the controls at any 

time. 
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UAS Description – 

Phantom 3 Professional 

Make: DJI Innovations 

Model: Phantom 3 Professional 

Size: Diagonal size with 

Propellors: 

23.23 inches 

 Height: 7.25 inches 

 Weight: 2.82 lbs 
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Performance and Characteristics 

Performance: Maximum speed: 35.8 mph 

 Maximum ascent 

speed: 

11.2 mph 

 Maximum descent 

speed: 

6.7 mph 

 Maximum length of 

time of sustained 

flight: 

23 Minutes 
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Fuel System 

Fuel system: Capacity Electrical 

 Electronics fuel source Lipo-4S 15.2 voltage (23 Minutes). 

 
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Radio Frequency 

Radio Frequency: Radio Frequency (RF) 

spectrum to be used 

for the UAS 

2.400 GHz ISM 

 FCC Compliance? Complies with FCC Part 15 Rules. 1) Device 

may not cause harmful interference and 2) 

Device must accept any interference received, 

including interference that may cause undesired 

operation. 
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Payloads 

Make: Current 3 axis Gimbal and Camera 

 Future Upgraded camera platforms possible abiding by 

the performance capacity limitations of the 

UAS 
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Control and Communications 
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Flight / Camera Controls 

Make: DJI Current: Tablet/ Smart 

Device 

Future: as manufacturer introduces 

 
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Return to Home 

Communications: The UAS system has 

the following 

“disengage / return 

home” features 

Return to Home (RTH) brings the UAS back 

to the last recorded Home Point (location in 

which the UAS takes off with GPS signal. 

There are three cases in which the RTH will be 

activated: 

1. Smart RTH is used by depressing the RTH 

button in the DJI Pilot App when GPS is 

available, which enables the RTH feature. 

This feature may be used to mitigate a hazard 

or inadvertent collisions with terrain or 

obstacles. Pressing the Smart RTH button 

once to start the process, depress again once 

again to cancel Smart RTH function to regain 

manual control—thus cancelling the RTH. 

 2. Low Battery RTH is a failsafe function 

that is triggered when the UAS Intelligent 

Flight Battery (displayed on the Pilot App in 

minutes remaining flight time) is depleted to a 

point that may affect the safe return of the 

aircraft. Initially, the pilot will be advised via 

the Pilot App to return or land the aircraft 

immediately when these warnings are shown. 

The Home Point will advise the pilot that the 

low warning is triggered, if no action is taken 

within 10 seconds of that warning, the aircraft 

will RTH and land. 

3. Failsafe RTH is activated automatically if 

the remote controller signal (including video 

relay signal) is lost for more than 3 seconds 

provided that the Home Point GPS has been 

successfully recorded and the compass is 

functioning normally. Failsafe RTH will 

relinquish control back to the pilot once the 

remote control signal is regained. Should a 

GPS signal fail or become unavailable, the 

Vision Positioning System is comprised of 2 

sonar sensors and one monocular camera 

which can accurately determine a visual 

orientation and position for hovering. 
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 Override capability 

from any preprogrammed flight 

plan? 

Yes. The PIC may override the controls at any 

time. 
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Operational Considerations
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Flight Creative Media, LLC 

(FCM) Operations Manual 

1. Preface 

The following procedures are intended to ensure the safe, effective, efficient, and lawful 

operation of Flight Creative Media, LLC d/b/a Flight Creative Media’s unmanned aerial system 

(UAS) program. The UAS program will be used to conduct aerial photography, videography, 

aerial inspections, surveying and mapping and agricultural inspections operations. Safety, above 

all other issues, is the paramount concern for each and every operation. 

2. Protection of Rights and Privacy 

FCM UAS operators will, at all times recognize the privacy of others and be held accountable for 

each flight. To accomplish this goal FCM will: 

a. In flight, the UAS will only conduct aerial imagery, photography, cinematography, 

videography and data collection services that FCM has been engaged to provide the professional 

services for. At no time will onboard cameras be flown or placed towards an adjoining property, 

person, or structure. This is to ensure no inadvertent imagery of uninvolved persons or property 

occurs. 

b. All video, still imagery and collected data shall be maintained, extensively reviewed by FCM, 

in strict policy and procedure, prior to release of the imagery, video and/or data to the client, to 

ensure they are not inclusive of any other persons, adjoining property, and is in compliance with 

all safety and privacy policies. 

c. The FCM UAS personnel will not conduct random imaging or data collection flights. Their 

use will be tightly controlled and regulated to specific properties as described in para. A. 

d. The authorized missions for the FCM UAS are: 

 a. To provide the safest, most professional aerial photography, videography, aerial 

inspections, surveying and mapping and agricultural inspections. 

 b. All missions shall and will always be conducted below a height of 400’ AGL unless 

approved by the FAA for higher operations. 
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4. Administration 

4.1. Operations Manual 

a. The policies and procedures contained in this manual are issued by the authority of the 

managers of Flight Creative Media. As such it is an official document of FCM. 

b. This manual is not intended to be all inclusive, rather as a supplemental guideline to all 

Federal Aviation Administration policies and regulations, the UAS manufacturers’ approved 

flight manual, etc. 

c. This FCM UAS Operations Manual is intended to address UAS procedures effective the date 

of drafting and current FAA regulations. 

d. A copy of this manual (electronic and/or paper) will be issued to every person at FCM having 

UAS responsibilities. 

4.2. Organization 

The UAS division shall be comprised of personnel that are approved by the FCM management. 

It will includes operators, technical support for the UAS, as well as IT personnel used to edit 

UAS imagery, video and data. 

4.3 Personnel 

Any use of a UAS for commercial purpose will be done by a pilot with at a minimum a sport or 

recreational pilot license, with a current driver’s license who is requested to fly the UAS 

platform during normal business hours. UAS personnel will be compensated in accordance with 

FCM policies and practices. Should the FAA approve of less stringent piloting requirements, 

FCM will adhere to at least the minimum FAA standards in effect at any given time. 

At the time of adoption of this Safety Checklist, the following minimum standards will be 

enforced by FCM: 

i. All operators shall possess, at minimum a FAA sport or recreational pilot’s license, and a 

current driver’s license. 14 CFR 91.17, Alcohol or Drugs, applies to UAS operator testing. 

 

ii. An operator’s primary duty is the safe and effective operation of the FCM UAS in accordance 

with the manufacturer’s approved flight manual, FAA regulations and agency policies and 

procedures. Operators must remain knowledgeable of all FAA; UAS manufacturer’s flight 

manual and bulletins, as well as all FCM UAS policies and procedures. 

iii. Operators may be temporarily removed from flight tasks at any time by the FCM for reasons 

including performance, proficiency, physical condition, etc. Should this become necessary, the 

operator will be notified verbally and in writing of the reason, further action to be taken and 

expected duration of such removal. 
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iv. The UAS Coordinator/Director of Technical Applications shall maintain a file for each 

operator which shall include copies of FAA certifications, training records, etc. This file shall be 

reviewed as needed, in accordance with FCM policies and procedures.

d. Observers 

i. All observers shall see and inform any potential safety hazard prior to and during the flight. 

ii. All observers shall maintain visual contact with the UAS and communication with the PIC at 

all times. This is to include identifying any hazard, non-participant, or issue which may affect 

the safety of flight. 

4.4 Facilities 

a) UAS operations and equipment shall be maintained at FCM. 

b) Personnel will return the UAS to FCM’s facilities, where the UAS will be secured. 

c) All personnel are responsible for returning the UAS to FCM in a neat, clean, and orderly 

fashion. 

4.5 Scheduling 

a) To facilitate the use of the UAS, it shall be made available to FCM personnel tasked to 

conduct flights for the designated client. 

b) To maintain a level of proficiency with the UAS, each operator will attend training for the 

UAS platform. 

5. Safety 

5.1 Safety Policy 

a) Flight Creative Media is committed to having a safe and healthy workplace, including: 

i. The ongoing pursuit of an accident free, drug free workplace, including no harm to people, 

property, the environment, or damage to equipment. 

ii. A culture of open dialog reporting of all safety hazards in which management will not initiate 

disciplinary action against any personnel who, in good faith, disclose a hazard or safety 

occurrence due to unintentional conduct. 

iii. Support for training and awareness programs. 

iv. Conduct regular audits of safety policies and procedures. 
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v. Constant monitoring of all UAS procedures to ensure the most effective safety practices are 

incorporated into the division. 

vi. Strict compliance and adherence to all FAA policies and procedures. 

b. It is the duty of each member of the FCM UAS team to strive to attain the goal of the utmost 

safe operation. Any safety hazard—whether procedural or operational, shall be immediately 

identified as soon as possible if not before, immediately following an incident. Any and all 

safety considerations shall be brought to the attention of management of FCM 

c) If any member observes unsafe operation by another member, the FCM management shall be 

notified immediately so that corrective action may be taken. 

5.3 Safety Training 

a) All FCM UAS PIC’s shall receive training in the following subjects prior to operating the 

UAS: 

i. FCM commitment to safety 

ii. Company policy 

iii. UAS member’s role in safety 

iv. Emergency safety procedures. 

b) All members shall review the safety policy and procedures on an annual basis and that review 

shall be noted in their training history. 

5.4 Medical Factors 

a) UAS operators shall only report for duty and deploy the UAS when rested and physically or 

emotionally fit for duty for all tasks. 

b) Any over the counter medications, as determined by the FCM management which may impair 

the operator shall prohibit the member from any UAS activities. 

c) No member shall act as an operator within eight hours after consumption of any alcoholic 

beverage, while under the influence of alcohol, or having any detectable alcohol concentration 

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Pilot / Crew Qualifications 

and Training 

Level of airman 

certificate to be 

required for PIC: 

 PICs will be at a minimum licensed sport or 

recreational pilot with a valid driver’s 

license. The PIC must also meet the 

requirements in which the PIC is rated on 

their pilot certificate as applicable. 

 Applicable UAS 

training already 

conducted 

Yes, actual training and flight time 

recreationally on the UAS platform. 

 Applicable UAS 

training required for 

PICs 

Any PICs will receive 25 hours of total time 

as a UAS rotorcraft pilot flight training, 

including at least 10 hours with a multi-rotor 

UAS. During training proficiency, and 

experience building flights, the PIC will 

comply with 14 CFR 91.119. PIC must also 

accomplish 3 takeoff and landings in the 

preceding 90 days to comply with currency 

requirements. Training will also include 5 

hours initial simulator training (DJI PILOT 

APP), as well as ops manual, manufacturer’s 

manual, FAA regulations, etc. 

 Annual / periodical 

applicable UAS 

training required 

As required or suggested by UAS 

manufacturer.

 Time required for with 

the particular model of 

UAS to be used 

Manufacturer’s recommendations. 

Visual Observers: Visual Observers FCM will require that any visual observer, if 

applicable, adhere to the safety requirements 

stated herein. 

Role of Visual 

Observer(s) (“VO”) 

Maintain perimeter security, identify 

boundaries, confirm property boundaries, 

identify any safety hazards or concerns, 

(cross reference plat map/gps) provided by 

PIC. The PIC will designate the VO, 

maintain communications at all times and 

will not transfer designation for the duration 
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of the flight. PIC must ensure the VO can 

perform their functions as described in the 

operating documents. 

Qualifications for 

Visual Observer(s) 

Any visual observer will be at least 18 years 

of age. VO must use human vision with 

corrective lenses and/or sunglasses excepted.
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In-Field Safety Checklist 

Pre-flight: Gear list 1. DJI Inspire / Phantom 

2. Extra propellors 

3. Charged batteries 

4. Charged controller 

5. Formatted memory cards with sufficient 

available memory 

6. 2x camera filters (ND and clear) 

7. iPad & DJI App 

8. iPad USB cord 

9. Desired camera payload setups 

10. Micro USB cable or USB micro SD 

reader 

11. Trackimo (GPS locator) 

 Loading/unloading 

procedures 

UAS is self-contained and will be carried in 

a small hard carrying case. Each mission 

will begin with a mission briefing to include: 

1. PIC is physically fit and ready for duty. 

2. Weather for the proposed flight will be 

checked to comply with all VFR and FAA 

rules and regulations. 

3. Mission area will be researched for 

hazards, location, GPS coordinates, plat 

map, etc. 

4. Coordination with visual observer and/or 

land owner. 

5. Pre-mission flight will be detailed and 

loaded in to flight app/simulator prior to the 

actual flight. 

6. Mission flown to comply with all FAA 

regulations and guidelines—noting all safety 

issues, hazards, etc. Should ANY issue 

affect safety of flight, the mission will be 

aborted. 

7. Mission post-flight—all information will 

be noted and a detailed log shall be kept of 

all missions. Post flight examination of the 

UAS to ensure the system is complete with 

no post flight mechanical issues. 

 UAS inspection: Preflight Checklist 

Prior to each flight the PIC will inspect the 

UAS to ensure it is in a safe condition for 
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flight, the remote (Ground Control Station) 

is inspected and safe for flight, as well as all 

maintenance issues addressed and properly 

documented prior to flight. Additionally, the 

PIC will: 

1. Check that all parts are in good condition. 

Do not fly with aging or damaged parts. 

2. Remote controller, Intelligent Flight 

Battery and mobile device are all fully 

charged. FCC radio spectrum compliance. 

3. Propellers are mounted correctly and 

securely. 

4. Lens is clear. 

5. Micro-SD card has been inserted, if 

necessary. 

6. Gimbal is functioning as normal. 

7. Gimbal is correctly attached to the 

aircraft. 

8. Motors can start and are functioning as 

normal. 

9. The DJI Pilot app can connect to the 

camera and all firmware has been updated to 

the latest version. 

 Area of operation 

inspection for 

buildings / power lines 

/ people 

Each mission will be pre-briefed, area 

inspected by the PIC and observer. 

FCM/Operator will ensure that 

nonparticipants are separated and/or 

protected from the UAS. 

 If any of the above are 

within 500 feet, what 

measures will be 

taken? 

If the flight cannot be safely flow, the flight 

mission will stand down. If there is any 

question of safety or obstruction—mission 

will immediately cancel. If the 

owner/controller of the structures, vessels, or 

vehicles gives permission to the PIC to 

operate closer, the PIC must make a safety 

assessment to the risk of operating closer 

and that they do not pose a safety hazard or 

risk to those persons per 91.119 (a). 

 If operations area is 

static, are there any 

airports within 5 mile 

radius? 

DJI software prevents the UAS from 

operating 5 miles from all known airports, 

restricted areas or airspaces. FCM UAS will 

not conduct operations within 5 miles of any 

airport denoted on a current FAA-published 

aeronautical chart. 

 If any airports within 5 DJI software prevents the UAS from 
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mile radius, how will 

operations be 

conducted with 

coordination with 

airport (i.e. how far in 

advance will notice be 

given?) 

operating 5 miles from all known airports, 

restricted areas or airspaces. UAS will not 

start if close to the above areas. FCM UAS 

will not conduct operations within 5 miles of 

any airport denoted on a current FAApublished aeronautical chart unless FAA 

approval is obtained prior to any such 

operation. 

Area of Operations / 

Land Owner: 

Permission obtained? A written release and permission signed by 

the property owner, or designated authorized 

representative will be obtained and 

permanently kept on file. 

 Will area of operations 

be a “closed set”? 

What happens if a nonparticipating person 

Yes, if a non-participant approaches, mission 

will ‘stand down’ until the individual is 

escorted off property. PIC and observer will 

maintain communications and line of sight at 

all times. Flight will be immediately 

suspended. 

 What happens if a nonparticipating person 

enters within 500 feet 

of the area of 

operations? 

If a non-participant approaches, mission will 

‘stand down’ until the individual is escorted 

off property. PIC and observer will maintain 

communications and unobstructed line of 

sight at all times. 

Flight Process: Pre-flight: 1. Check overhead in ALL DIRECTIONS 

2. If temperature below 5 °C/41°F add 

battery insulators (allow time for equipment 

to acclimate to outside temperature) 

3. Check Camera filter and install ND/clear 

(best shutter speed: 30fps=1/60, 24fps=1/48, 

etc.) 

4. Attach iPad/Cable 

5. Enable airplane mode on iPad 

6. Enable airplane mode on phone 

7. Turn on Trackimo (GPS locator) 

8. Verify flight mode P/A/F 

9. Set landing gear switch down 

10. Power on controller 

11. Load DJI app 

12. Verify map loaded 

13. Turn off Wifi on iPad 

14. Adjust antennas vertically 

15. Turn Inspire ON (press power button 

once + press and hold) 

16. Exit travel mode 

17. Turn Inspire OFF (press power button 

once + press and hold) 
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18. Attach Camera and check memory 

19. Inspect props 

20. Attach props snuggly 

21. Lock props 

22. Inspect camera mounts 

23. Inspire ON 

24. Calibrate compass away from phones 

and large metal/magnetic objects 

25. Test Gimbal - calibrate if necessary 

26. Set failsafe altitude 

27. Set "Return To Home" location (A/C or 

TX) 

28. IMU calibration (.99 - 1.01) 

29. Wait at least one minute after full GPS 

lock before takeoff 

30. Power up rotors, allow one minute to 

warm up if below 5 °C/41°F 

31. Select cleanest video channel 

32. Take and view a picture 

 In-flight: 1. Hover 20 seconds at 15-25 feet (re-obtain 

gps lock) 

2. Check that there is no drifting 

3. Check all controls (up, down, strafe left, 

strafe right, rotate left, rotate right, forward, 

back) 

4. Raise landing gear 

5. Center/set camera follow mode, etc. 

6. Check exposure 

7. Start recording 

 Landing: 1. STOP recording 

2. Turn Inspire Off 

3. Detach camera 

4. Detach props & locks 

5. Turn Inspire On 

6. Enter travel mode via app 

7. Turn UAS Off 
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Maintenance 

Maintenance / 

Logs / Repair 

Who will conduct 

maintenance / 

repairs? 

Minor maintenance required (replacement props, 

batteries, etc.) will be responsibility of PIC/Operator 

In addition, FCM will carry out its maintenance, 

inspections, and alterations will be noted in aircraft 

records, including total flight hours, description of work 

accomplished, and the signature of the authorized person 

returning the UAS to service. Any extensive maintenance 

will require the UAS returned to the manufacturer for a 

replacement—per manufacturer guidelines. All 

manufacturer safety bulletins will be complied with. 

Finally, the authorized person must make an entry in the 

aircraft record of the corrective action taken between the 

discrepancies that may be discovered between 

inspections. 

 What records will 

be kept of 

maintenance / 

repairs? 

Any issues, replacement parts, batteries, flight logs, etc. 

in addition...per manufacturers guidelines--every 200 

flights or 50 flight hours the following will be 

accomplished: 

I. Checking the Battery 

1. Check the battery for damage and deformities. If 

there are any signs of damage to the battery, stop 

using it and discharge the battery to 10% or below 

for disposal. Do not disassemble the battery for any 

reason. 

2. Check the battery pins and rub them clean with an 

eraser if any residue is observed. This will help to 

ensure a more reliable connection. 

3. Check the metal battery power connectors for 

damage. If the connectors appear burnt, try to clear 

them. This can be done by inserting a piece of 

sandpaper (1mm thick) into the connectors to polish 

the metal. 

4. Check the contact pins in the battery compartment to 

ensure that the pins are clear. They should be able 

to establish easy contact with the battery connectors 

and should not be bent. 
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5. Check the electrodes on the battery. If they appear 

burnt, polish them with sandpaper. If there is serious 

erosion, send the battery in for repairs. 

6. Check the plastic components of the battery bracket 

to see it is in good condition and that all screws are 

secure. This prevents the battery from becoming 

loose during flight. 

7. Check the power cables between the arms and the 

center plate, if the cables are worn, contact DJI to 

arrange repairs. 

8. For long term storage, please refer to the “Intelligent 

Flight Battery Safety Guidelines” and check the 

battery once a month to prevent the battery cell from 

being damaged. 

9. Run the DJI Pilot App to confirm that all battery cells 

are at similar voltage levels and stay at the same level 

when the battery is fully charged. If all cells maintain 

voltage levels above 3.7V but any cell is 0.2V higher 

or lower than the others, contact DJI for analysis. You 

can also check the battery cell warning history. If any 

warning are reported, contact DJI. 

II. Checking the Transformation System 

1. Check the servomotor cables for wear. Also confirm 

that the connection points are still in good condition. 

2. Check the lead screws and contact DJI Support 

to arrange repairs if any bending or damage is 

discovered. Clean the lead screws with WD-40 spray 

if they show signs of rust. 

3. Listen to the servomotors during the transformation, 

if there is abnormal noise, it may indicate that the 

servomotors worn. 

4. After the landing gear rises, check the lead screws 

and bearings. If any dirt or dust is found, clean and 

grease the bearings. 

5. Check the lead screws. If there is any scratches, 
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dents, or plastic particles underneath them, contact 

DJI (Manufacturer) Support to arrange repairs. 

III. Checking the Aircraft 

1. Confirm that all the screws are still adequately 

tightened. 

2. Check the aircraft for breaks or damage. If there is 

any reason to believe that detectable damage might 

affect flight safety, consult with DJI Support. 

3. Check the carbon tubes of the arms for damage. 

4. Check the dampers on the landing gears. If they are 

loose, secure them with 502 glue. 

5. Ensure that there are no obstacles on or around the 

GPS module or around the antennas on the landing 

gear. Remove any obstacles (such as tapes with 

conductive material) that might affect or block the 

signal. 

6. Check that the right and left landing gear rest at the 

same tilt angle. To ensure that your aircraft continues to 

offer optimal performance and to ensure flight safety, 

it is recommended that comprehensive maintenance be 

performed after every 200 flights or 50 

flight hours. This manual is intend to help users maintain 

their aircraft and maximize its continued 

reliability. 

IV. Checking the Motors 

1. Check the rotors to confirm that they have not 

become loose. 

2. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Listen 

carefully. If there is any abnormal noise, please 

replace the motors. This may be a sign that the 

bearings have been worn out. 

3. Detach the propellers and start the motors. Carefully 

examine the edge of the rotor and confirm that the 

shaft is perfectly centered on the motor. Check 

for any abnormal or excessive vibration. If any 
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problems are detected, contact DJI Support to order 

replacement motors. 

4. Check for deformities by confirming that the gap 

between the motor and motor base is even. If not 

contact DJI Support to order replacement motors. 

5. Ensure that the screws used to secure the motor 

base are tight and the plastic components around 

the motors are in good condition. If not please 

tighten the screws and contact DJI to repair any 

broken plastic components. 

V. Checking the Propellers 

1. Check the propellers. If there is any bending, 

breakage or cracking on a propeller, do not use it. 

2. Attach the propeller to the motor, turn on the aircraft, 

and place it on the ground. Stand 1 meter away from 

the aircraft and observe the rotating propellers. If you 

can see two distinct propeller outline layers, when 

looking at a spinning propeller from the side, this 

propeller is damaged and should not be used. 

VI. Checking the IMU 

1. Open DJI Pilot app to check the condition of the IMU 

and perform an advanced IMU calibration. Please 

place the aircraft in a cool environment and on a 

flat, stable surface (if the landing gear is damaged, 

support the aircraft with four objects of equal 

height). Do not touch the craft during the calibration. 

2. Turn on the aircraft and listen for any abnormal noise 

or vibration from the fan located on the front of the 

aircraft. If any irregularity is detected, replace the 

fan. 

VII. Checking the Control and Video Transmission 

System 

1. Check the 4 antennas on the landing gear to ensure 

that they are secure. Also check for any bending or 

damage. 

2. Check the antennas of the remote controller for 
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Damage 

3. Check the neck strap for damage or wear, replace 

if necessary. 

VIII. Checking the Gimbal and Camera 

1. The quick-mount connector for the camera is a 

particularly vulnerable component. If the gimbal 

fails to initialize when turned on, fails to work after 

initialization, or fails to transmit video to the app 

(while OSD data is displayed), the quick-mount 

connector may be worn. In this case, replace the 

rubber mat, circuit board, and/or connector on the 

gimbal quick-mount. 

2. Check the metal contacts on the quick mount 

connector board, if any contact is bent, replace 

the quick-mount connector. 

3. Check the contact pins on the quick-mount 

connector board, if there is any dirt, rub it clean 

with an eraser. If any contact pins are worn out it 

should be replaced. 

4. Confirm that the gimbal is able to properly stabilize 

itself. If its stabilizing performance deteriorates, 

contact DJI to arrange repairs. 

5. Listen for any abnormal noise from the fan when 

the gimbal is turned on. This may indicate unusual 

vibration and the fan should be replaced. 

IX. Checking the Vision Positioning System 

1. Check the lens of the camera. If any dirt or residue 

is detected, gently clean the lens. 

2. Check for and remove objects that might block the 

sensors. 

3. Ensure that the Vision Positioning System is securely 

installed on the aircraft. 

4. Detach the propellers and turn on the aircraft. Hold 

the aircraft 1-2 meters above a surface with rich 
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patterns, under good lighting conditions. Change 

the Flight Mode switch to P Mode on the controller 

and check the DJI Pilot app. If the app displays an 

altitude value and indicates that P-OPTI mode is 

active, the Vision Positioning System should function 

normally. 
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Aircraft Manuals 

(attached)