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U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION 

WASHINGTON, DC 

PETITION FOR EXEMPTION OF: 

Steel Shire Design, LLC 

SEEKING RELIEF FROM REQUIREMENTS OF TITLE 14 OF THE 

CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE OPERATION 

OF AN AIBOTIX AI BOT X6 UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE 

PURSUANT TO SECTION 333 OF THE 

Submitted on 10/22/2015 

Charles Leppert, CEO 

Steel Shire Design 

930 Harvest Drive SW 

Lonsdale, MN 55046 

FAA MODERNIZATION AND REFORM ACT OF 2012 

(507) 412-7216 

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U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) 

Docket Operations, M-30 

1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Room W12-140 

West Building Ground Floor 

Washington, DC 20590-0001 

Dear Madam or Sir: 

Pursuant to Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 and 14 C.F.R. Part 11, Steel 

Shire Design, LLC (Steel Shire Design) seeks an exemption from the following Federal Aviation 

Regulations (FAR): 

• 14 C.F.R. 21 (h) 

• 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) and (b) 

• 14 C.F.R. 61.23(a) and (c) 

• 14 C.F.R. 61.315(a) 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.7(a) and (b) 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.119(c) 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.121 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.151(a)(1) 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.405(a) 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.407(a)(1) 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.409(a)(1) and (2) 

• 14 C.F.R. 91.417(a) and (b) 

The requested exemptions would authorize Steel Shire Design to commercially operate, for 

compensation or hire, an Aibotix Aibot X6 unmanned aerial system (UAS) in the National Airspace 

System (NAS) for purposes of aerial image and video collection for surveying and mapping applications 

and services. Steel Shire Design understands that any commercial operations with the Aibot X6 would 

also require the aircraft to be registered in accordance with 14 C.R.F. 47. 

Steel Shire Design is a technology company which provides software as a service and geospatial services 

to its clients. These clients operate in several different industries, including energy, environmental 

services, and civil and pipeline survey. Previous requests have been submitted for materially similar 

proposed operations and were granted under exemption numbers 11216, 11241, 11283, and 11393, 

among others. 

The following sections outline Steel Shire Design's proposed UAS operations and the basis for the 

respective exemptions with regard to: 

1) The Unmanned Aircraft (UA) and its capabilities 

2) The UAS Pilot-in-Command (PIC) 

3) Flight Operations and Conditions 

4) Benefits to the Public 

5) Publishable Summary 
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The following supplemental information is also included for your reference: 

Appendix A- Aibotix Aibot X6 Owner's Manual 

Appendix B- Specific Regulatory Language 

1. Regarding the Unmanned Aerial System 

Aircraft Description and Capabilities 

The Aibotix Aibot X6 is a small, vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) hexacopter UAV operated by the PIC 

with a remote control. The Aibot X6 has dimensions of 1.05 x 1.05 x .45 m (3.4 x 3.4 x 1.5 ft.) and weighs 

3.4 kg (7.5 lbs.). It carries a max payload of 2 kg (4.4 lbs.) for a total maximum operating weight of 5.4 kg 

(11.91bs.). It has a maximum speed of 31 mph and a maximum flight time of 30 minutes. 

The Aibot X6 is also outfitted with several additional sensors to promote safe and efficient operation 

including GPS-receiver, gyroscope, accelerometer, barometer, magnetometer, and ultrasonic sensors. 

The Aibot X6's housing is brightly colored orange to make it easier to maintain visual line of sight (VLOS). 

It is made from lightweight carbon fiber polymer to provide additional protection in the event of 

collision with objects and prevent damage to the aircraft's rotors and internal mechanisms. Navigation is 

controlled by precise GPS way-point or manual flight modes. 

The aircraft also features advanced software and safety features to improve control and operation of 

the UAV. See Appendix A- Aibotix Aibot X6 Product Manual for more information. These features 

include (product manual section numbers are provided in parentheses): 

• Altitude regulation (3.4.1) 

• Minimum altitude control (in assist mode) (3.4.2) 

• Automatic takeoff and landing (3.4.3) 

• Care free mode (pertains to aircrafts orientation to PIC) (3.4.4) 

• GPS Assistance (3.4.5) 

• GPS Cage (geo fence) (3.4.6) 

• Start prevention (if battery charge would not allow for safe operation) (3.4.7) 

• Battery fail safes (3.4.8) 

• RC Lost fail safes (3.4.9) 

• Blackbox for flight data (3.4.10) 

The Aibot X6's airworthiness has been demonstrated around the globe for a number of applications, 

including utility and bridge inspection, emergency relief and damage assessment, aerial survey, and 

research. A previous exemption to fly an Aibot X6 for commercial purposes was granted under 

exemption number 11216. See the manufacturer's website for more information 

https:/ /www .a ibotix.com/en/credentials.html. 
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Pre-Flight Inspection and UAS Maintenance 

Steel Shire Design, LLC will conduct regular maintenance and inspection in accordance with the 

manufacturer and at their recommended intervals (see section 4.4- Maintenance Plan within the Aibot 

X6 Product Manual- Appendix A). This maintenance includes: 

On-ground maintenance and operations will be performed before each flight. The pre-flight check starts 

by conducting tests of each battery cell to confirm cell balance and ensure that each cell carries the 

minimum 4.0 volts required for safe flight. Checks of each propeller's orientation and the fastening of 

each propeller's screw nuts is then conducted by hand. Once the hardware integrity is ensured, two 

batteries are then secured into their housing and tightly fastened by strap. The telemetry antenna is 

then mounted to the bottom of the Aibot X6. It will then be the PIC's responsibility to locate a launch 

and landing site that meet's the UAV's requirements. Consideration is given to the slope, vegetation 

length, amount of obstacles, wind speed and direction, and orientation of the sun to the PIC and the 

UAV during flight. The PIC will then determine if a final compass calibration is required prior to the flight. 

In addition to the manufacturer's pre-flight checklist, additional scheduled maintenance will be 

completed at set intervals. Every tenth flight, the landing gear components will be inspected, along with 

examination of the motors to ensure they remain properly fastened to the UAV chassis. For every 

thirtieth flight, checks will be completed to guarantee the camera mount is secure, as well as performing 

a regular cleaning of the UAV. Additional checks will be completed in the event of collisions, shipping, 

and unusually hard landings. 

To ensure these checks are regularly performed to the manufacturer's standard, Steel Shire Design will 

keep a maintenance log to document dates, flight times, battery data, and component checks. 

Radio Frequencies (RF) Used by UAS 

The Aibot X6 has three components that transmit radio frequencies. Each component and its 

frequencies used are below (see section 3.2.1 in the Aibot X6 Product Manual for additional 

information): 

• RC Transmitter Graupner MC-32 

o Frequency 2.4- 2.4835 GHz 

o Transmitter power 100 mW 

o Range is up to 4000 m 

• Wi232 (optional computer connection) 

o Frequency 868- 870 MHz 

o Transmitter power 32 mW 

o Range is up to 1500 m 

• LVP Transmitter (optional, live video transfer) 

o Frequency 5.8 GHz 

o Transmitter power 25 mW 

o Range is up to 500 m 
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Basis for Exemptions 

14 C.R.F. Part 21, Subpart H: Airworthiness Certificates 14 C.R.F. 91.203(a) requires civil aircraft to have 

a certificate of airworthiness. Subpart H establishes the requirements surrounding the issue of these 

certificates. Given the UA's size {1.05 x 1.05 x .45 m), speed (maximum of 31 mph), and limited 

operating area (VLOS of operator and flight duration less than 30 minutes), Steel Shire Design requests 

relief from these regulations, including any associated noise certification and testing requirements of 

part 36. Analysis of the UA's specifications and limitations demonstrate that the aircraft can be operated 

at least as safe, as or safer than conventional aircraft with an airworthiness certificate. Refer to 

Appendix C for specific regulatory language. 

Accordingly, Steel Shire Design also requests relief from sections 91.405(a), 91.407(a)(1), 91.409(a)(1) & 

(a)(2), 91.417(a) & (b), and 91.7. These sections lay out regulations pertaining to aircraft with 

airworthiness certificates. Specifically, they outline the maintenance and inspection of an aircraft. Steel 

Shire Design will maintain the UAS in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations and 

standards. Pre-flight inspections would be completed by the PIC prior to each flight and are specified in 

section 4.4- Maintenance Plan in the Aibot X6 product manual (Appendix A) and were detailed in the 

preceding section. Given the UAV's size and the maintenance required, operation ofthe Aibot X6 would 

be at least as safe as larger, manned aircraft, which carry large quantities of combustible fuel and 

require much more frequent mechanical care to ensure safe operation. 

Section 91.121 requires persons operating an aircraft to maintain altitude by referencing a local 

barometric pressure on a barometric altimeter. Relief from 91.121 may be necessary. The Aibot X6 has a 

barometric altimeter and given the flight altitude will not exceed 400ft. and flight time will not exceed 

30 minutes, the altimeter will be set to zero at the location of the take off, and will not be set by local 

barometric pressure. 

Section 91.151 sets a requirement that the aircraft must carry enough fuel to travel to the intended 

point of landing and 30 minutes beyond during the day. As the Aibot X6 does not carry fuel, and instead 

is powered by Lithium Polymer 10,000 mA batteries and is limited in total flight time to 30 minutes, an 

exemption is requested from this requirement. 

2. Regarding the Pilot in Command (PIC) 

Flight Crew Requirements 

Steel Shire Design's proposed UAS operations include a two-person flight crew consisting of the PIC and 

a Visual Observer (VO) to conduct VLOS flights. The PIC will directly control the aircraft's flight and be 

responsible for flight planning, and ensuring safe and authorized operation of the UA. Requirements to 

perform PIC duties for Steel Shire Design include: 

• PIC must have accumulated 25 flight hours, including 10 hours with the Aibot X6 

• FAA Class 3 Medical Certificate, or 

• Hold a valid driver's license 

• Satisfy all TSA vetting requirements, if such a requirement becomes enacted 

• Successful completion of the manufacturer's training program or equivalent program, or 

• Hold a minimum of a private, recreational, or sport pilot's license 
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The responsibilities of the VO will be to visually observe each flight, spot other aircraft, monitor 

environmental changes, and prevent distractions to the PIC during flight. The VO will maintain the ability 

to communicate verbally with PIC at all times. The VO will also assist the PIC in ensuring proper 

transportation, including loading and unloading the aircraft in accordance with the manufacturer's 

recommended practices. Requirements to perform VO duties include: 

• Hold a valid driver's license, or 

• Hold an FAA Class 2 Medical Certificate 

• Thorough knowledge of safe UA operating procedures with the Aibot X6 

The flight crew will also be responsible for the recommended maintenance of the UA, including preflight component checks, according to the manufacturer's product manual (Appendix A). 

Basis for Exemptions 

Steel Shire Design requests exemption from 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) and (b), which would allow the PIC to 

commercially operate the Aibot X6 without holding a private or commercial pilot's license. The FAA and 

other regulatory bodies have acknowledged that equivalent safety standards in operation of a UAV can 

be achieved by individuals without possession of a private or commercial pilot's license. However, the 

FAA has declined to grant exemptions of this requirement because it maintains it does not have the 

authority to do so under 49 U.S.C. §44711. The FAA also concludes that the Department of Homeland 

Security background checks required in the pilot licensing process meet the standard required under 

Section 333 to ensure operations in the national airspace do not pose a threat to national security. 

Steel Shire Design would like the FAA to reevaluate in its case. Section 333 states: 

"(a) IN GENERAL-Notwithstanding any other requirement of this subtitle, and 

not later than 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of 

Transportation shall determine if certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate 

safely in the national airspace system before completion of the plan and 

rulemaking required by section 332 of this Act or the guidance required by 

section 334 of this Act. 

(b) ASSESSMENT OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS.-In making the 

determination under subsection (a), the Secretary shall determine, at a 

minimum-

(1) which types of unmanned aircraft systems, if any, as a result of their size, 

weight, speed, operational capability, proximity to airports and populated areas, 

and operation within visual line of sight do not create a hazard to users of the 

national airspace system or the public or pose a threat to national security; and 

(2) whether a certificate of waiver, certificate of authorization, or airworthiness 

certification under section 44704 of title 49, United States Code, is required for 

the operation of unmanned aircraft systems identified under paragraph {1). 

(c) REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION.-If the Secretary determines 
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under this section that certain unmanned aircraft systems may operate safely in 

the national airspace system, the Secretary shall establish requirements for the 

safe operation of such aircraft systems in the national airspace system." 

Section 333 does not explicitly prevent the FAA from granting exemptions to 49 U.S.C. §44711. 

Furthermore, 49 USC §44711 provides that a "person may not ... serve in any capacity as an airman 

with respect to a civil aircraft, ... used, or intended for use, in air commerce - (A) without an airman 

certificate authorizing the airman to serve in the capacity for which the certificate was issued ... " 

As recent exemptions have been given to individuals and firms with the condition that the PIC needs to 

hold at least a private, recreational, or sport pilot certificate to fly a UAV for commercial purposes, it 

would seem inconsistent for the FAA to provide the ability for an individual holding a recreational or 

sport pilot license to fly UAVs for commercial purposes. There would not seem to be a distinction 

between the FAA having the ability to grant recreational and sport pilots the ability to fly commercial 

missions, but decline to waive the requirement of a license all together to fly a UA commercially if an 

individual or firm that operates the UAV in a way that provides an equivalent level of safety as a manned 

operation would, such as Steel Shire Design is petitioning to do. 

Furthermore, Steel Shire Design will require the PIC to be willing to undergo a background check, or the 

proposed TSA vetting process to ensure the safety and security of the national airspace. Steel Shire 

Design respectfully requests the FAA to reconsider its position and grant an exemption to 14 C.F.R. 

61.113(a) and (b) to allow commercial operations without the pilot's license requirement of the PIC. 

3. Flight operations and conditions 

Steel Shire Design's flight operations will take place during daylight hours. Given the nature of its clients 

and their requested services, flights would inherently take place over unpopulated areas. These flights 

would be conducted over private, controlled-access, or public property where approved. Flights over 

private property would be done so after obtaining landowner permission. Any operation will comply 

with required permissions by the respective jurisdiction. 

In accordance with current FAA regulations, the UA will not operate within 5 nautical miles of an Airport 

Reference Point (ARP). Prior to any flight operation, the crew will consult the FAA's B4UFLY mobile 

application, or current existing aeronautical charts to ensure compliance. 

To maintain compliance with VLOS requirements, the PIC will remain stationary. Using the geo-cage 

feature on the Aibot X6, a half mile, or less, geo-fence, along with a 400 foot maximum above ground 

level (AGL) altitude will be enforced around the PIC. In accordance with previous exemptions, a 

minimum of 500 vertical and 2,000 horizontal feet will be given between the aircraft and clouds. A flight 

will also not commence if visibility is less than 3 statute miles from the PIC and will not venture within 

500 horizontal feet of a non-participating person(s). 

If the GPS signal is lost, the UA will be manually controlled by the PIC back to the flight's origin. A flight 

will also be aborted if environmental factors, such a precipitation or wind speed and direction, change 

midflight and do not allow for PIC to have complete control over the UA. 
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If radio frequency is lost, the Aibot X6 software holds the UAV's location and performs stationary 

maneuvers in an attempt to regain communication with the control. If it is unable to do so, the UAV will 

hold until the battery level is depleted and it enters an automated landing mode, which uses its sensors 

to locate an optimal landing location. 

Per the FAA directive dated March 24, 2015, Steel Shire Design recognizes that if the requested 

exemptions are granted under the above proposed operation procedures, flights outside the scope of 

the new "blanket" parameters (i.e. above 200 feet AGL) will require a separate Certificate of Waiver or 

Authorization (COA) to operate in the intended areas, under the intended flight parameters. 

Basis for Exemptions 

Given the UAV will be flown at an altitude of less than 400 feet, exemption from 14 C.F.R. 91.119(c), 

Minimum safe altitudes subsection (c) entitled Over other than congested areas, may be necessary for 

the intended operations. The regulation states, "Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, no 

person may operate an aircraft below the following altitudes: (c) Over other than congested areas. An 

altitude of 500 feet above the surface, except over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those 

cases, the aircraft may not be operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure." 

Given all flights will be operated at an altitude less than 400 feet, relief will be needed. However, as 

flight operations will not take place over populated areas, and in consideration of the size and speed of 

the UAV, an exemption from this rule would provide a level of safety at least equivalent to those 

operations adhering to this regulation. 

4. Benefits to the Public 

There are several benefits to the public from flying a UA under Steel Shire Design's proposed operations, 

and include: 

• Decreased congestion in the NAS 

• Increased safety and Efficiency 

• Less disturbance to natural resources 

• Mitigation of oil and gas infrastructure failure 

• Benefits to the economy at large 

The Aibot X6 is a battery powered UA and Steel Shire Design's proposed operations offer a safer, more 

efficient flight for our intended purposes compared to traditional manned aircraft. Aerial data collection 

with manned aircraft require two or more operators to fly an aircraft over areas in the NAS that are 

much larger than required by the UA. 

Reducing the number of traditional manned aircraft in the NAS is indeed in the public's interest given 

the reduction of noise, improved air quality from the reduction of aircraft exhaust, as well as a reduced 

risk to life and property on the ground and in the air from a larger aircraft powered by combustible 

fuels. Reducing the number of unnecessary manned flights in the NAS also provides a safer, less 

congested airspace to pilots and their passengers and aircraft that are indeed necessary. It would also 

reduce the number of aircraft managed by Air Traffic Control on the ground in all phases of flight. 
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Using an Aibot X6 for our purposes also benefits the public's interest in protecting natural resources. 

The UA creates no pollution during its flight. It leaves no footprint to overall air quality. It also produces 

very little sound in relation to manned aircraft and would be of little to no disturbance to nonparticipating parties or wildlife in the vicinity of its operation. Steel Shire Design's flight operations may 

include responsibly conducting aerial wildlife surveys. These surveys are performed to locate and reduce 

disturbance to protected, threatened, or endangered species. Historically, these types of surveys were 

also done by fixed-wing craft or helicopters flying at low altitudes. Given a manned aircraft's size and 

noise level, the use of the UA will be less of a disturbance, in sound and sight, to the wildlife being 

surveyed. 

Other operations performed by Steel Shire Design with the Aibot A6 may include flying missions to 

collect data for client use in evaluating oil and gas infrastructure. Given the efficiency and cost 

effectiveness of UAVs, these missions may become more frequent, further mitigating risk to aquifers, 

soils, and other natural resources relied upon by the public at-large from failed or damaged pipeline 

facilities In addition, Steel Shire Design's flight operations will include collecting data for 

photogrammetric mapping services to assist with pipeline routing, surveying, and engineering solutions. 

The gained efficiency by using UA as opposed to manned aircraft will also have downstream impacts to 

the economy. Manned flights require large amounts of fuel and multiple people to conduct a flight, 

which also requires a comparatively high expense. By reducing the costs of performing such operations, 

organizations can better invest their resources to focus on development and growth. In turn, it creates 

more stability in the jobs they create, and keeps more money in the economy at large. This also 

increases the tax base at the local, state, and federal levels, to allow for stable delivery of public 

services. 

5. Publishable Summary 

Furthermore, Steel Shire Design requests to forgo the public comment period required under 14 CFR § 

11.89, as the proposed operations would not set a precedent. Materially similar requests have been 

granted under exemption numbers 11216, 11241, 11283, and 11393, among others. However, should 

the FAA determine a public comment period is necessary, the following can be used as a publishable 

summary of the petition: 

"Steel Shire Design, LLC seeks exemption from the following regulations: 

14 C.F.R. 21(h); 14 C.F.R. 61.113(a) and (b); 14 C.F.R. 61.23(a) and (c); 14 C.F.R. 61.31S(a);14 

C.F.R. 91.7(a) and (b); 14 C.F.R. 91.119(c); 14 C.F.R. 91.121; 14 C.F.R. 91.151(a)(1); 14 C.F.R. 

91.405(a); 14 C.F.R. 91.407(a)(1); 14 C.F.R. 91.409(a)(1) and (2); 14 C.F.R. 91.417(a) and (b) in 

order to operate commercially a small, unmanned aircraft system (UA) (SO lbs. or less). 

Approval of these exemptions would allow Steel Shire Design to commercially operate an 

Aibotix Aibot X6 for purposes of aerial data collection and geospatial analysis. Section 333 grants 

the Secretary of Transportation authority to determine if an unmanned aerial system's 

operation, with regards to its size, weight, speed, operational capability, operating proximity to 

airports and populated areas, and operation within visual line of site, does not create a hazard 

to users of the national airspace system or public, or pose a threat to national security. The 

Aibotix Aibot X6 is a small, vertical takeoff and landing hexacopter operated by a remote 
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control. It has dimensions of 3.4 x 3.4 x 1.5 ft. and a total maximum operating weight of 11.9 lbs. 

It has a maximum speed of 31 mph and a maximum flight time of 30 minutes. The operations 

described herein outline how Steel Shire Design will maintain visual line of sight operations and 

how the pilot and the UAV's software will control the flight altitude and mitigate any risk to 

other users in the national airspace system and the public at large. In consideration of these 

factors, the requested exemptions should be granted to Steel Shire Design for its intended 

purposes." 

The consideration of the FAA for Steel Shire Design's operation of the UAV for commercial purposes is 

much appreciated. If there are any questions or clarification needed to this petition please do not 

hesitate to contact Charles Leppert at (507) 412-7216, or chuck@steelshiredesign.com. 

Respectfully, 

{Y~~ Charles Leppert, CEO 

Steel Shire Design 

930 Harvest Drive SW 

Lonsdale, MN 55046 

(507) 412-7216 

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Version 5.1 

English 

Aibot X6 V2 

User Manual 

AIBDTIX 
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Purchase 

Product identification 

Validity of this 

manual 

Contact 

Support 

Symbols 

Trademarks 

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Congratulations on the purchase of the Aibot X6 V2. 

This manual contains important safety directions as well as instructions for 

setting up the product and operating it. Refer to "1 Safety Directions" for 

further information. 

Read carefully through the User Manual before you switch on the product. 

Keep for future reference! 

The type and serial number of your product are indicated on the type plate. 

Always refer to this information when you need to contact your agency or 

Aibotix authorised service workshop. 

This manual applies to the Aibotix Aibot X6 V2 with firmware version 2.1. 

Aibotix GmbH 

Ludwig-Erhard-StraBe 1L4 

3L4131 Kassel 

Germany 

www.aibotix.com 

e-mail: 

Phone: 

e-mail: 

Phone: 

info@aibotix.com 

+L49 561 L4739L49-0 

service@aibotix.com 

+L49 561 L4739L49-51 

The symbols used in this manual have the following meanings: 

NOTICE 

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, will result in death or serious injury. 

WJ,Rr~INGIIndicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in death or 

serious injury. 

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or 

moderate injury. 

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in appreciable material, financial and environmental damage. 

Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically 

correct and efficient manner. 

CompactFiash and CF are trademarks of SanDisk Corporation 

Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. 

All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. 

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Available 

documentation 

The documents in the following list are provided in print format. Read and 

follow the instructions in these documents. 

Aibot X6 V2 User 

Manual 

AiProFiight User 

Manual 

RC Transmitter User 

Manual 

All instructions required in order to operate the 

product to a basic level are contained in the Aibot X6 

V2 User Manual. Provides an overview of the product 

together with technical data and safety directions. 

All instructions required in order to operate the 

provided software are contained in AiProFiight User 

Manual. 

All instructions required for a safe use of the RC Transmitter. All functions and controls are product-specific 

and explained in the Aibot X6 V2 User Manual. 

Battery Safety Sheet All instructions and safety directions in order to 

operate and handle the provided batteries. 

Battery Charger User All instructions and safety directions in order to 

Manual operate and handle the provided Battery Charger. 

Power Supply Unit 

User Manual 

All instructions and safety directions in order to 

operate and handle the provided Power Supply Unit. 

Package Information Contains a list of delivery container contents. 

Leaflet 

Training Copter User All instructions and safety directions in order to 

Manual operate and handle the provided Training Copter. 

Refer to the following resources for documentation/software: 

http://www.aibotix.com 

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Terms and abbreviations 

The following terms and abbreviations can be found in this manual: 

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AGL Above Ground Level 

n CFK Carbon Fibre Laminate 

CH Coming Home 

GNSS Global Navigation Satellite System 

n GPS Global Positioning System 

GS Ground Speed 

ICAO International Civil Aviation Organization 

n ISA International Standard Atmosphere 

ISA International Standard Atmosphere 

LiPo Lithium Polymer 

n LV Live Video 

LVP Live Video Package 

OAT Outside Air Temperature 

n PH Position Hold 

POl Point of Interest 

RC Radio Control 

n RF Radio Frequency 

TAS True Airspeed 

VFR Visual Flight Rules 

n VNE Velocity Never Exceed 

WP Waypoint 

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1.3 Limits of Use ll 

1.<1 Responsibilities 12 

1.5 Hazards of Use 12 n 

1.6 Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC 16 

2 Description of the System 18 

2.1 Container Contents 18 n 2.2 Aibot X6 V2 18 

2.2.1 General 18 

2.2.2 Dimensions 18 

2.3 RC Transmitter Graupner MC 32 19 n 

2.3.1 General about the RC Transmitter 19 

2.3.2 Configuration of the RC Transmitter 19 

2.3.3 Binding the RC Transmitter to the Aibot X6 V2 20 n 2.3.<1 Telemetry Menu 20 

2.3.5 Controls 21 

2.<1 Battery charger 23 

2.5 Battery 23 

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3.1 General ground handling 2<1 

3.1.1 Charging the batteries 2<1 n 3.1.2 Transfer software to the Aibot X6 V2 25 

3.1.3 Propellers 25 

3.1.<1 Assembly of the system 27 

3.1.5 Preparation of the launch site 28 n 3.1.6 Compass Calibration 29 

3.2 General Limitations 32 

3.2.1 Radio Signal 32 

3.2.2 Airspeed 32 n 3.2.3 Temperatures 32 

3.2.4 Engine and engine controller 33 

3.2.5 Payload and Weight 33 

3.2.6 Center of Gravity 3<1 n 3.2.7 Flight and manoeuvre 3<1 

3.2.8 Operation type 34 

3.2.9 Wind 34 

3.2.10 Flight execution in winds 34 n 3.2.11 Maximum flight time 35 

3.2.12 Flight execution in rain 35 

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3.3.1 Status LEOs 36 

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3.4 Safety Features 40 n 3.4.1 Assist Mode (Altitude Regulation) 40 

3.4.2 Minimum Altitude 40 

3.4.3 Automatic Takeoff and Landing 41 

3.4.4 Care Free 42 n 3.4.5 GPS Assistance 42 

3.4.6 GPS Cage 43 

3.4.7 Start Prevention System 44 

3.4.8 Battery Failsafe 44 n 

3.4.9 RC Lost Failsafe 45 

3.4.10 Blackbox 45 

3.5 Normal Procedures Ground Preparation 46 n 3.5.1 Flight preparation 46 

3.5.2 Pre-Flight Check 48 

3.5.3 Before Transportation 49 

3.6 Normal Procedures I GPS and Assist Mode) 50 n 3.6.1 Takeoff 50 

3.6.2 Climb 51 

3.6.3 Descent 51 

3.6.4 Landing 52 n 3.6.5 Abort Landing (Assist Mode) 52 

3.6.6 After Landing (Assist Mode) 53 

3.6.7 Dynamic Position Hold 53 

3.6.8 Waypoint Flight 54 n 3.6.9 Dynamic Point of Interest 55 

3.6.10 Coming Home 57 

3.7 Normal Procedures Manual Mode 58 

3.7.1 Manual Takeoff 58 n 3.7.2 Manual Climb 59 

3.7.3 Manual Descent 59 

3.7.4 Manual Landing 60 

3.7.5 Manual Abort Landing 60 n 3.7.6 After Landing (Manual Mode) 60 

3.8 Abnormal and Emergency Procedures 62 

3.8.1 Disturbance of the Magnetic Field 63 

3.8.2 Disturbance of GPS 64 n 

3.8.3 Battery Warning 65 

3.8.4 Ultrasonic Sensor Failure 66 

3.8.5 Lost RC communication 67 n 3.8.6 Unfamiliar Noise 68 

3.8.7 Ditching 

- Emergency landing on water 69 

3.8.8 Lost visual contact 70 

3.8.9 Unknown Orientation of the Aibot X6 V2 71 n 3.8.10 Incident Report 71 

lj Care and Transport 72 

4.1 Transport 72 

4.2 Storage 72 n 4.3 Cleaning and Drying 72 

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Description 

About Warning 

Messages 

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The following directions enable the person responsible for the product, and 

the person who actually uses the equipment, to anticipate and avoid operational hazards. 

The person responsible for the product must ensure that all users understand 

these directions and adhere to them. 

Warning messages are an essential part of the safety concept of the instrument. They appear wherever hazards or hazardous situations can occur. 

Warning messages ... 

make the user alert about direct and indirect hazards concerning the 

use of the product. 

contain general rules of behaviour. 

For the users' safety, all safety instructions and safety messages shall be 

strictly observed and followed! Therefore, the manual must always be available 

to all persons performing any tasks described herein. 

DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION and NOTICE are standardized signal words for 

identifying levels of hazards and risks related to personal injury and property 

damage. For your safety it is important to read and fully understand the table 

below with the different signal words and their definitions! Supplementary 

safety information symbols may be placed within a warning message as well as 

supplementary text. 

Type Description i< . :"' ... ' ..•...•.• <!·'J·.j, 

& DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not 

avoided, will result in death or serious injury. 

& WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, could result in death or 

serious injury. 

& CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in minor or 

moderate injury. 

NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or an unintended use which, if not avoided, may result in appreciable material, financial and environmental damage. 

(jfT' Important paragraphs which must be adhered to in practice as they enable the product to be used in a technically 

correct and efficient manner. 

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Intended use 

Reasonably foreseeable misuse 

Environment 

DANGER 

Legal Regulations 

Surveying 1 cartography, construction sites, highway construction, etc.). 

Remote Sensing I land use, environment, biodiversity, change detection, 

etc.). 

Monitoring !land-slips, agriculture, disaster management, etc.). 

Publicity !panoramic views, specific objects, etc.). 

Capturing and recording images. 

Measuring raw data and computing coordinates using carrier phase and 

code signal from GNSS satellites IGNSS Systems). 

Operate the product without certification by Aibotix or an approved 

partner. 

Use of the product without instruction. 

Use outside of the intended use and limits. 

Disabling safety systems. 

Removal of hazard notices. 

Opening the product using tools, for example screwdriver, unless this is 

permitted for certain functions. 

Modification or conversion of the product. 

Use after misappropriation. 

Inadequate safeguards at the working site. 

Use with accessories from other manufacturers without the prior written 

explicit approval of Aibotix. 

Use of products with obvious damages or defects. 

Suitable for use in an atmosphere appropriate for permanent human habitation: not suitable for use in aggressive or explosive environments. 

Local safety authorities and safety experts must be contacted before working 

in hazardous areas, or close to electrical installations or similar situations by 

the person in charge of the product. 

It is the sole responsibility of the user who operates the system to provide for 

correct registration and compliance of the legal regulations for the system at 

the location of the flight execution. 

The legal use of the following system components must be checked before 

flight execution: 

Aibot X6 V2 Flight System 

RC Transmitter 

Video Transmitter 

Interface for telemetry data 

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Manufacturer of 

the product 

Person responsible for the 

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General 

WiFi interference 

DANGER 

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Aibotix GmbH, 3•H3l Kassel, Germany, hereinafter referred to as Aibotix, is 

responsible for supplying the product, including the user manual and original 

accessories, in a safe condition. 

The person responsible for the product has the following duties: 

To ensure that the national laws, regulations and conditions for the operation of e.g. radio transmitters or lasers are respected. 

To understand the safety instructions on the product and the instructions 

in the user manual. 

To ensure that it is used in accordance with the instructions. 

To be familiar with local regulations relating to safety and accident prevention. 

To inform Aibotix immediately if the product and the application becomes 

unsafe. 

The Aibot X6 V2 may only be operated after instruction, training and certification by a trained professional, regardless which mode of use or configuration 

is selected. 

Despite of all automatic functions and safety technology, the operator is the 

sole responsible person for the safe flight and the final takeoff decision. 

Any automatic function is based on the analysis of the output data of several 

sensors, for example compass, GPS or barometer. These sensors may provide 

inaccurate or wrong values through external effects, for example disturbances/ 

abnormalities in the magnetic field of the earth or GPS interferences. If you 

discover this kind of disturbance during a flight execution in an assisted flight 

execution, immediately follow the procedures published in this manual. 

The Aibot X6 V2 may not carry any WiFi enabled equipment. This restriction 

includes cellphones or similar devices. 

Anything operating wirelessly on other frequencies may only be used with the 

express written consent of Aibotix. If you ignore this warning, any warranty will 

be void. 

Many modern cameras are equipped with WiFi capabilities. 

The WiFi capabilities of the accessories must be checked beforehand and 

turned off during flight. If you experience any difficulties, contact Aibotix. 

Rotating Blades 

Risk of serious injuries due to cut-off or crushing fingers. 

Precautions: 

Keep away from blades while equipment is in operation. 

Disconnect the battery before working on the blades. 

Crash due to a general malfunction. 

Risk of serious injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Do not fly above humans. 

Do not fly above dangerous places. 

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DANGER 

DANGER 

DANGER 

DANGER 

Crash due to interfering signals. 

Interfering signals can lead to malfunction of the device. Risk of serious injuries 

and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Do not fly in the vicinity of airports, military installations or strong transmitters. 

To avoid interference, maintain a minimum distance of 5 kilometres from 

these areas. 

Crash due to limited operation time. 

The operation time of the battery is limited. Risk of serious injuries and 

damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Always monitor the capacity of the battery. 

Respect the warning signals for low battery. 

Keep in mind to plan an energy reserve for coming back and landing. 

Always operate the Aibot X6 V2 with two batteries. 

Crash due to own downwash. 

The device can fly in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

Descend in spiral movements or in a 'zig-zag' motion. 

Be aware of the downwash of the rotor blades when flying near ground. 

Crash due to downwash near ground. 

Downwash of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious 

injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Be aware of the downwash of your own rotor blades when flying near 

ground. 

Crash due to weak batteries at low outdoor temperatures. 

At low outdoor temperatures, the batteries cannot provide their full energy. 

Risk of serious injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Respect the general limitations. 

Keep batteries warm before operating the device at low outdoor temperatures. 

Be aware of shorter flight times at temperatures below 10°( OAT. 

Crash due to overheating motors or electronics 

At high outdoor temperatures, the motors or parts of the electronics can overheat. Risk of serious injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Respect the general limitations. 

Shorten your flights at temperatures above 30°C OAT. 

Maintain a cool-down phase between flights. 

Do not store the system in direct sunlight. 

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WARNING 

WARNING 

Crash due to mental fatigue of the operator 

The operation of the Aibot X6 V2 causes considerable mental fatigue. Failure 

to observe these precautions may cause the operator to lose concentration 

and lead to an accident. 

Precautions: 

Do not fly longer than two hours without taking a rest. 

Do not fly with poor health. 

Hazards due to glaring sun 

The glaring sun can compromise your eyesight and may lead to an accident. 

Also a permanent view to the sky on a bright day may stress your eyes. 

Precautions: 

Do not fly longer than 2 hours without taking a rest. 

Always have sun glasses with you, to protect your eyes against the 

sunlight. 

If possible, consider the position of the sun when choosing the position of 

the operator. Make sure that no glare occurs during the mission. 

Overheating Batteries 

Risk of explosion or fire. 

Precautions: 

Protect batteries against high temperatures. 

Always use the provided battery charger. 

Short circuit of battery 

Risk of fire, electric shock and damage. 

Precautions: 

Do not open the battery housing. 

Keep away any metallic or wet objects from the battery connectors. 

Hazards due to obstacles in the environment 

During flight operations, there is a danger of accidents occurring if the user 

does not pay attention to the surrounding environment including both, the 

airspace and the ground space of the operating area. 

Precautions: 

Avoid to change your position while operating the product. 

A qualified and trained observer is always recommended to assist the 

operator with environment monitoring. 

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CAUTION 

CAUTION 

CAUTION 

If the product is improperly disposed of. the following can happen: 

If polymer parts are burnt, poisonous gases are produced which may impair 

health. 

If batteries are damaged or are heated strongly, they can explode and 

cause poisoning, burning, corrosion or environmental contamination. 

By disposing of the product irresponsibly you may enable unauthorised 

persons to use it in contravention of the regulations, exposing themselves 

and third parties to the risk of severe injury and rendering the environment 

liable to contamination. 

Precautions: 

The product must not be disposed with household waste. 

Dispose of the product appropriately in accordance with the 

national regulations in force in your country. 

Always prevent access to the product by unauthorised 

personnel. 

Components may get hot during operation and stay hot after operation. 

Risk of burning injuries. 

Precautions: 

Avoid touching hot components. 

Wait until hot components cool down after operation. 

Wear gloves if you have to touch possibly hot components. 

Adjustment of Trim 

A trim adjustment of the joysticks can lead to unfamiliar steering behaviour and 

crash. By default, the adjustment of the trim is deactivated. 

Precautions: 

Do not change the trim by yourself. 

If you want to change the trim or if you changed the trim unintentionally, 

contact Aibotix service. 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

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Description The term Electromagnetic Compatibility is taken to mean the capability of the 

product to function smoothly in an environment where electromagnetic radiation and electrostatic discharges are present, and without causing electromagnetic disturbances to other equipment. 

WARNING Electromagnetic radiation can cause disturbances in other equipment. 

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in 

· force in this respect, Aibotix cannot completely exclude the possibility that 

other equipment may be disturbed. 

CAUTION There is a risk that disturbances may be caused in other equipment if the 

product is used with accessories from other manufacturers, for example field 

computers, personal computers or other electronic equipment, non-standard 

cables or external batteries. 

Precautions: 

Use only the equipment and accessories recommended by Aibotix. When 

combined with the product, they meet the strict requirements stipulated by 

the guidelines and standards. When using computers or other electronic equipment, pay attention to the information about electromagnetic compatibility 

provided by the manufacturer. 

CAUTION Disturbances caused by electromagnetic radiation can result in erroneous 

measurements. 

Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in 

force in this respect, Aibotix cannot completely exclude the possibility that the 

product may be disturbed by intense electromagnetic radiation, for example, 

near radio transmitters, two-way radios or diesel generators. 

Precautions: 

Check the plausibility of results obtained under these conditions. 

Radios or digital 

cellular phones .& WARNING 

Use of product with radio or digital cellular phone devices: 

Electromagnetic fields can cause disturbances in other equipment, in installations, in medical devices, for example pacemakers or hearing aids and in 

aircraft. It can also affect humans and animals. 

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Although the product meets the strict regulations and standards which are in 

force in this respect, Aibotix cannot completely exclude the possibility that 

other equipment can be disturbed or that humans or animals can be affected. 

Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in 

the vicinity of filling stations or chemical installations, or in other areas 

where an explosion hazard exists. 

Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices near 

to medical equipment. 

Do not operate the product with radio or digital cellular phone devices in 

aircraft. 

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A package list with all components is enclosed in the transport case. 

The Aibot X6 V2 is an unmanned aerial vehicle. It comes with six electric 

powered rotor blades. The Aibot X6 V2 is operated by a ground control unit 

and is able to fly in Manual Mode or Assisted Mode. The Aibot X6 V2 serves as 

a mount for measuring instruments. 

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Genera! about the RC Transmitter 

Read and follow the provided RC Transmitter User Manual. This chapter 

provides additional product-specific information to operate the Aibot X6 V2. 

Adjustment of Trim 

A trim adjustment of the joysticks can lead to unfamiliar steering behaviour and 

crash. By default, the adjustment of the trim is deactivated. 

Precautions: 

Do not change the trim by yourself. 

If you want to change the trim or if you changed the trim unintentionally, 

contact Aibotix service. 

Read and follow the RC transmitter manual and safety instructions 

provided on the USB flash drive or in print. 

Do not change the firmware or software; Aibotix does not accept liability 

for damage due to RC transmitter modification. 

Do not use the teacher-/student mode unless you have the instruction and 

permission by Aibotix. There is a high risk of misusing this function which 

may lead to a crash landing of the system. 

Charging the RC transmitter with the included charger may take up to 15 hours. 

Do not use third party chargers or plugs designed for other battery types. The 

RC transmitter must be turned off during the whole time of the charging 

process. Never switch on the RC transmitter while it is connected to the 

battery charger. 

State of charge can only be checked when battery charger is disconnected. 

The RC Transmitter can be used in two different stick configurations. In Aibotix 

trainings and in all documents, stick mode 2 is used by default. In stick mode 

2, the throttle is on the left side of the RC transmitter. In stick mode 1, the 

throttle is on the right side of the RC transmitter. 

It is only allowed to operate the Aibot X6 V2 in stick mode 2. 

By default the system comes already configured with stick mode 2. 

Before takeoff, check if stick mode 2 is selected. 

11 Press the SET -key to open the general menu. 

21 Select the submenu "base setup model". 

31 Navigate to "Stick mode". If stick mode is already 2, leave the menu by 

pressing ESC. 

4 I To change the stick mode press "Set" and choose "stick mode 2". To save 

your choice press "Set" again. 

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By default the system comes already bound correctly. 

Before using the Aibot X6 V2, it is necessary to check if it is bound to the RC 

Transmitter in a proper way. If you cannot get communication to the Aibot X6 

V2, you may have to bind the RC Transmitter again. 

1) Switch on the RC Transmitter 

2) A box appears asking whether to turn RF ON or OFF. To create a bind to 

the Aibot X6 V2, choose OFF and confirm with SET. 

3) Press SET to enter the main menu. 

4) Select "Base setup model" and confirm with SET again. 

S) Navigate to "bind". 

6) Turn on the Aibot X6 V2 by plugging in the batteries. 

7) Push and hold the bind button. The bind button is located on the bottom 

of the Aibot X6 V2 near both antennas from the receiver. 

8) After holding the bind button on the Aibot X6 V2 for at least 3 seconds, 

press SET on the RC transmitter while continuing to hold the bind button. 

The binding is established now. 

9) When "n/v" is replaced with "bind" on the RC transmitter, a bind has been 

successfully established. 

10) Leave the menu by pressing ESC. 

Telemetry Menu 

The telemetry menu of the RC transmitter displays real time information about 

the Aibot X6 V2. 

To enter the telemetry menu: 

1) Hold ESC for two seconds. 

2) Navigate to "SffiiNG & DATA VIEW" with the UP and DOWN buttons on the 

right and press "Set". 

3) Press UP once with the right side buttons. 

There are four different information pages available. The selected page is indicated on the bottom left side of the telemetry window. To choose another 

page, press LEFT or RIGHT with the right side buttons. 

r:::ijj=> Do only use the "Ace calib" function if advised by Aibotix. 

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a) 3-way switch: TAKEOFF, FLY, LAND. For automatic takeoff and landing. 

b) 2-way-switch auto return. For additional functions. 

c) 2-way-switch: ASSIST MODE ON or OFF. Automatic altitude control function. Only switchable when activated in the AiProFiight configuration. 

Default: ON. 

d) 2-way-switch lockable: Motor ON or OFF. 

e) 2-way-switch lockable: CARE FREE ON or OFF. Assisted Orientation of the 

Aibot X6 V2. 

f) 2-way-switch: POl ON or OFF. Dynamic definition of a Point of Interest 

flight. 

g) 2-way-switch. FLIGHT PLAN ON or OFF. Start or stop waypoint navigation. 

h) 2-way-switch auto return. Manual triggering of a connected camera. 

i) 3-way-switch: FREE, PH, CH. GPS position hold and coming home functions. 

a) Not used 

b) Not used 

c) Not used 

d) Speaker 

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f I Power ON or OFF 

g) Indicator lights 

h) Camera roll function 

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d I Battery charging cable 

e) Battery 

The Aibot X6 V2 uses rechargeable lithium polymer batteries I LiPos ).The used 

LiPo type is a five cell battery. Each LiPo cell has a nominal voltage of 3.7 volts. 

A five cell battery has a nominal voltage of 18.5 volts. 

Lowest Voltage: 16.5 V- empty battery 

Maximum Voltage: 21 V - fully charged battery 

Only use the batteries provided by Aibotix. 

Nominal Voltage 18.5 v 

Capacity 5000 mAh 

Energy 92.5 Wh 

Read and follow the enclosed Battery Safety Sheet. 

The Aibot X6 V2 can only be operated with two batteries. Never operate 

the Aibot X6 V2 with one battery only. 

Do not store the LiPo batteries at a voltage below 19 V. 

Discharge the batteries completely before disposing them. Use the 

discharge process functionality provided by the battery charger. 

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Charging the 

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CAUTION 

WARNING 

WARNING 

To ensure a safe use, each cell must be balanced within the battery. Testing 

can be done with the included battery tester. When connected, the voltage of 

each cell is displayed in a row. Every cell must have a voltage of at least Li.O 

volts. The difference between the individual cells must not be more than 0.08 

volts. For example: 

cell 1: Li.15 V 

cell 2: Li.19 V 

cell3: Li.17 V 

cell Li: Li.1Li V 

cell 5: Li.18 V 

total: 20.83 V 

Read and follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the battery 

charger and the batteries. 

A battery charger for the LiPo batteries is included in your delivery. The battery 

charger allows the charging of four batteries at once. A power supply unit 

powers the battery charger. All needed cables are included. 

Risk of short circuit 

Precautions: 

First attach the charging cable to the battery charger, then attach the charging 

cable to the battery. 

Never leave the batteries unattended while charging. 

To charge the batteries: 

1) Connect the power supply unit to the power source. 

2) Connect the battery charger to the power supply unit. 

3) Attach the charging cable and the balancer adapter to the battery charger. 

Li I Attach the battery to the balancer adapter and charging cable. 

5) Switch on the power supply unit. 

6) Check if output voltage of the power supply unit is set to 15 V. 

7) Check the battery charger settings: "LiPo Balance, 5.0 A, 18.5 V ISS)". 

8) Press and hold the start button for a short time to start the charging 

process. 

Overheating Batteries 

Risk of explosion or fire. 

Precautions: 

Protect batteries against high temperatures. 

Always use the provided battery charger. 

Short circuit of battery 

Risk of fire, electric shock and damage. 

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Spin Direction 

Precautions: 

Do not open the battery housing. 

Keep away any metallic or wet objects from the battery connectors. 

Transfer software to the Aibot X6 

To run a software update, the Aibot X6 V2 can be connected to a computer by 

the provided cable. After an update, perform a test flight in a safe area and 

without payload. 

Refer to AiProFiight Manual for further information. 

Propellers 

The propeller orientation (clockwise I anti clockwise) alternates, the front 

motor is always clockwise when viewed from above. 

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11 Make sure that the batteries are disconnected. 

21 Grab and hold the propeller with one hand. 

31 With your other hand. loosen the screw nut with the provided torque 

wrench. 

Li I Dismount the old propeller and put a new propeller onto the drive shaft. 

51 Make sure. that the propeller does not cover the airflow inlets of the 

motor. 

61 Loosely screw on the nuts by hand. 

71 Grab and hold the propeller with one hand. 

81 With your other hand, fasten the screw nut with the provided torque 

wrench. 

Repeat the previous steps for all other propellers you want to change. 

Check propellers To check correct mounting of the propellers, follow the steps below. 

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nuts. 

11 Make sure that the batteries are disconnected. 

21 Grab and hold the propeller with one hand. 

31 With your other hand fasten the screw nut with the provided torque 

wrench. 

Repeat the previous steps for all 6 propellers. 

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Always operate the Aibot X6 V2 with two batteries. 

To insert the batteries, follow the steps below: 

l) Rotate the battery cover anti clockwise. If necessary, loosen (but do not 

remove) the 3 hex head screws using a 2.5 mm hex key wrench. Lift the 

battery cover to open the battery compartment. 

21 Loosen the strap fastener. 

31 Insert the batteries and tighten the strap fastener. 

~I Connect the batteries with the Aibot X6 V2. 

51 Make sure the batteries are firmly connected. 

61 Reattach the battery cover. If necessary, loosen (but to not remove I the 3 

hex head screws using a 2.5 mm hex key wrench. 

71 Rotate the battery cover clockwise to close the battery compartment. If 

necessary, tighten the 3 hex head screws to fasten the battery cover to 

the Aibot X6 V2. 

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To mount the telemetry antenna, follow the steps below: 

1) Rotate the battery cover anticlockwise. Lift the battery cover to open the 

battery compartment. 

2) Take out the telemetry antenna. 

3) Reattach the battery cover. Rotate the battery cover clockwise to close the 

battery compartment. 

~) Attach the telemetry antenna at the designated threaded socket between 

the propellers on the bottom of the Aibot X6 V2. 

5) Tighten the antenna by rotating it clockwise. 

Preparation of the launch site 

The takeoff and landing area must meet the following requirements: 

The takeoff site has to be a flat and hard surface area. Maximum allowed 

slope for takeoff is 15°. 

All vegetation, for example lawn, must be new-mown. 

The area must be free from any obstacles. 

Secure the takeoff site with a safety band or banner. For safety reasons, 

make sure that only authorized staff have access. 

Consider the wind direction, emergency landing field, mission field and the 

whole environment. Make sure you can finish your mission safely without 

being a hazard for any people, buildings, animals or yourself. 

If possible, consider the position of the sun when choosing the position of 

the operator. Make sure that no glare will occur during the mission. 

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Fine Calibration 

Calibration 

A compass fine calibration is necessary if the magnetic field has changed in its 

strength. This may be caused by changing the launch site. The fine calibration 

must at least be performed, when the distance between the last and actual 

launch site is above 70 km. Due to local interferences, it may be necessary to 

perform the fine calibration below that value. In general, it is not recommended to perform a fine calibration near industry complexes or in densely 

populated areas, as even not visible influences may occur. 

1) Always perform the compass calibration outside. Stay as far away from 

magnetically conductive surfaces as possible. Verify with an analogue 

compass. 

2) Power up the Aibot X6 V2 and place it on the ground. Move away a few 

steps to not influence the compass by yourself. 

3) Enter the telemetry menu (RC Transmitter MC-32). 

li) Navigate to page 1/3. 

S I Verify the "MagQuality" value is below 90%, otherwise a fine calibration is 

not necessary. 

6) Navigate to page 3/3. 

7) Enter "Start Mag Fine Calib'' by pressing the Set button. 

8) Wait until the calibration process is finished. 

9) Navigate to page 1/3 again and verify that the value is now close to 100%. 

If the compass fine calibration could not be finished, change the location and 

try it again. 

a I Lateral axis 

b I Vertical axis 

c) Longitudinal axis 

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Do only perform the normal calibration process if advised by the Aibotix 

service. Mistakes during the normal compass calibration may lead to a not 

correctly working GPS and Care Free support. 

11 Always perform the compass calibration outside. Stay as far away from 

magnetically conductive surfaces as possible. Verify with an analogue 

compass. 

21 Make sure that the front of the Aibot X6 V2 is aligned northwards and the 

display shows 0° at Z-axis. 

31 To start the compass calibration, pull the function switch and push the 

right joystick to the top left corner. 

41 All Status LEOs have to blink green. From this moment you have 2 minutes 

to calibrate the compass of the Aibot X6 V2. 

51 Turn the Aibot X6 V2 3 times around its lateral axis. The lateral axis is the 

axis between the left and the right side of the Aibot X6 V2. 

61 Turn the Aibot X6 V2 90° around its vertical axis. This is the imaginary 

straight line from the ground through the centre of the Aibot X6 V2. 

71 Turn the Aibot X6 V2 3 times around its longitudinal axis and place it on 

the ground. This is the connection between the front and the back of the 

Aibot X6 V2. 

81 To finish the calibration, pull the function switch and push the right joystick 

in the upper right corner. 

91 Check if all Status LEOs have gone over to their regular state. 

10 I The compass calibration is successful if no errors occurred. 

a I Lateral axis 

b I Vertical axis 

c I Longitudinal axis 

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Radio 

A payload attached to the Aibot X6 V2 is not allowed to send out any radio 

signals, unless explicitly authorized by Aibotix. This especially applies to camera 

devices with WiFi or bluetooth connections. Check before flight execution, that 

no payload will emit disturbing signals. 

Limited range of RC transmitter 

The maximum range of the RC transmitter is strongly depending on external 

conditions, antennas or the condition of the sending and receiving devices. 

RC transmitter Graupner MC-32 

Frequency 2.<1 - 2.<<835 GHz 

Transmitter power lOOmW 

Range up to <1000 m 

Wi232 (optional, wireless computer connection) 

Frequency 868- 870 MHz 

Transmitter power 32 mW 

Range up to 1500 m 

LVP transmitter (optional, live video transfer) 

Frequency 5.8 GHz 

Transmitter power 25 mW 

Range up to 500 m 

The maximum true airspeed (TAS) for a save operation of the Aibot X6 V2 is 

limited. Never exceed this limit. 

I Never exceed speed (VNE) Jl<l m/s 

The operation temperatures for a safe use of the Aibot X6 V2 are limited. 

Adhere to the stated temperature ranges. 

Aibot X6 V2 

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Batteries 

Operation temperature -20°C to +60°C 

Storage temperature -20°C to +60°C 

Charging temperature 0°C to +<l5°C 

The engines, engine controllers and propellers have limitations. The design and 

construction of the system does not allow to exceed these limitations. Do 

always follow the procedures and maintain the limitations published in this 

manual to avoid a usage out of the operational range. 

Deadweight with optionally build in 3£l00 g +/- 2% 

telemetry and live video transmitter 

equipment 

Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW) 6600 g 

Maximum payload for the camera 2000 g 

gimbal 

Maximum payload for the on-top 650 g 

mount 

Total payload 3200 g (incl. batteries) 

AiPower LiPo (55 SOOOmAh) 610 g 

Limited payload 

The specified data refer to the International Civil Aviation Organization ( ICAO) 

conditions for International Standard Atmosphere (ISA). Never exceed the 

maximum takeoff weight as it may cause an overload of the Aibot X6 V2. 

Limited operation time 

The flight time of the Aibot X6 V2 depends on the installed payload. 

Unusual behaviour of the Aibot X6 V2 

The flight characteristics of the Aibot X6 V2 vary significantly from the normal 

behaviour if the system is used close to its limits. 

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Only use Aibotix approved accessories to ensure a safe operation with respect 

to the center of gravity of the whole system. 

Always contact Aibotix service to obtain a written consent for the deployment 

of other accessories. 

Flight and manoeuvre 

Aerobatics manoeuvres are dangerous and not allowed. 

Never shut off the engines during flight execution. Exception: to avoid 

dangers to humans and collateral damages in a case of emergency. 

Never perform extensive flights at maximum airspeed. 

Never perform a flight execution in icing conditions. 

Never operate the Aibot X6 V2 above 3000 m density altitude. 

It is only allowed to operate the Aibot X6 V2 under Visual Flight Rules (VFRI 

under daylight conditions. 

Wind 

Never operate the Aibot X6 V2 when wind speed is above the following limits. 

Manual flight mode 10 m/s 

Assisted flight mode 8 m/s 

execution in winds 

Flight executions during high winds near the maximum allowed wind speed are 

only allowed for experienced operators. Be aware of lower flight time and 

unusual flight behaviour. 

Significant manual commands may be necessary during automatic takeoff and 

automatic landing procedure. 

Unusual behaviour of the Aibot X6 V2 

The flight characteristics of the Aibot X6 V2 vary significantly from the normal 

behaviour if the system is used close to its limits. 

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The specified data refer to the ICAO conditions for International Standard 

Atmosphere (ISA) with a new battery pack (2 x 5000 mAh). 

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Limited operation time 

The operation time of a battery-powered device is limited. 

Precautions: 

Always monitor the battery power. 

Keep a power reserve for coming back and landing. 

Crash due to mental fatigue of the operator 

The operation of the Aibot X6 V2 causes considerable mental fatigue. Failure 

to observe these precautions may cause the operator to lose concentration 

and lead to an accident. 

Precautions: 

Do not fly longer than two hours without taking a rest. 

Do not fly with poor health. 

exewtion in rain 

Flight execution in rain is not recommended. 

If the Aibot X6 V2 got wet, store it in a dry and warm place and ensure an 

extensive ventilation of all equipment. 

Due to local regulations a flight execution in rain may not be allowed. Always 

comply the rules of local authorities. 

Refer to "4 Care and Transport" for more information. 

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The Aibot X6 V2 has 6 multi-colored status LEOs mounted at the bottomside 

between the propellers. The Status LEOs show the orientation and can display 

warning signals. 

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Front LEOs: flash green Normal operation 

Rear LEOs: flash red 

Front and Rear LEOs: Normal operation Signal lost 

Right and Left LEOs: flash blue 

Front and Rear LEOs: Normal operation Battery warning 

Right and Left LEOs: flash white 

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Safety Features 

All LEOs: green 

Acoustic Buzzer 

Compass Calibration mode 

Refer to "3.1.6 Compass Calibration" for more information 

The Aibot X6 V2 has an acoustic buzzer mounted at the bottomside between 

the propellers. If an abnormal situation occurs, the acoustic buzzer will beep. 

Voice 

The RC transmitter Graupner MC-32 for the Aibot X6 V2 has a voice response 

system. The following outputs can occur: 

Normal Operation Signals 

GPS on I off Operator switched GPS 

ON I OFF. 

Assist Mode on I off Operator switched 

Assist Mode ON I OFF. 

Waypoint Flight acti- Operator started 

vated waypoint flight. 

Waypoint Flight Flight plan has been 

complete completed. 

Auto-Land activated Operator has activated 

auto landing. 

Auto-Land complete Auto landing has been 

completed. 

Flightmode aborted Automatic flight mode 

aborted by operator. 

Coming Home activated Coming Home activated 

by operator. 

Coming Home complete Coming Home has been 

completed. 

Warning Signals 

Warning! Battery is low Warning due to low 

battery voltage. 

Switch off the flight plan 

and take over Aibot X6 

V2. 

Verify that the motors 

are automatically turned 

off. 

Switch back to Position 

Hold or Free and take 

Aibot X6 V2. 

Follow the emergency 

procedure for low 

battery: "3.8.3 Battery 

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has been triggered. failsafe landing: "3.8.5 

Lost RC communication" n Warning! GPS quality is Current GPS quality is Monitor the behaviour of 

low low. the Aibot X6 V2. If 

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"3.8.2 Disturbance of 

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Warning! GPS fix lost GPS fix has been lost and Follow the emergency n GPS has been deacti- procedure for magnetic 

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Disturbance of the 

Magnetic Field" 

Warning! Magnetic field The reception of the Avoid areas where these " is low terrestrial magnetic field warnings occur. Monitor 

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Disturbance of the n Magnetic Field" 

Warning! Magnetic field No reception of the Follow the emergency 

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Free turned off field. Care Free and GPS field disturbance: "3.8.1 

have been deactivated Disturbance of the 

by the system. Magnetic Field" 

Warning! Hardware (Aibot X6 V2 on ground I If motors do not start, 

failure A hardware error has try to restart the system n occurred. by disconnecting the 

batteries. If the error 

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Service. 

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Cannot start the engines Motors cannot start. 

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Possible causes: 

- Aibot X6 V2 is not 

ready for takeoff. 

- The operator stated to 

take off in Position Hold 

mode without a GPS fix. 

- Care Free is switched 

OFF. 

- Flight status switch is 

set to Takeoff. 

- Flightplan is switched 

ON 

- POl is switched ON 

-Hardware error 

Follow the emergency 

procedure for ultrasonic 

sensor disturbance: 

"3.8.<1 Ultrasonic Sensor 

Failure". 

If the error occur again, 

please contact the 

Aibotix Service. 

Check the telemetry 

display for the "ready" 

sign. Unplug the 

batteries, switch allocation and power-up 

again. If the error occurs 

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A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

It is important to consider some additional aspects: 

Make sure that the ultrasonic sensors at the bottom side of the Aibot X6 

V2 are not covered or dirty. 

Make sure that all accessories are securely fastened and no interference 

with the sensors may occur. 

If an ultrasonic sensor is covered, this may result in a continuous climb. The 

assisted flight must be aborted immediately and the Aibot X6 V2 must be 

landed manually. 

Fluctuations in air pressure may cause automatic adjustments of the flight 

level. Pay attention to cross ventilation and avoid opening doors or 

windows while flying indoors. 

The Assist Mode contains the automatic altitude hold function. Above 2 m, an 

air pressure sensor is used to maintain altitude. The Aibot X6 V2 may change 

the level if there are changes in air pressure. If there are obstacles above the 

Aibot X6 V2 or when flying indoor, it is preferred to use Manual Mode. For 

example when inspecting the underside of a bridge. 

After switching off the Assist Mode, a short drop may occur. 

(ij= Do not switch Assist Mode on while flying aggressive manoeuvres. 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

If the minimum altitude feature is activated, the Aibot X6 V2 automatically 

stops a descent when the defined minimum altitude above ground is reached. 

Refer to the user manual for more information. 

Minimum altitude is only active when Assist Mode is switched ON. 

This is a support function for the operator. Nevertheless you have the sole 

responsibility for the flight as a whole. Especially when heavy equipment is 

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attached, an appropriate minimum distance to the ground must be kept manually. 

The distance to the ground can be achieved by the ultrasonic sensors. Ultrasonic sensors may not work in a proper way under certain conditions like above 

water, snow, high grass or trees. The minimum altitude cannot be maintained 

at a ground speed above 2 m/s. 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

It is important to consider some additional aspects: 

Make sure that the ultrasonic sensors at the bottom side of the Aibot X6 

V2 are not covered or dirty. 

Make sure that all accessories are securely fastened and no interference 

with the sensors may occur. 

If an ultrasonic sensor is covered, this may result in a continuous climb. The 

assisted flight must be aborted immediately and the Aibot X6 V2 must be 

landed manually. 

Fluctuations in air pressure may cause automatic adjustments of the flight 

level. Pay attention to cross ventilation and avoid opening doors or 

windows while flying indoors. 

Automatic Takeoff In automatic takeoff mode, the Aibot X6 V2 will increase the motor power for 

takeoff and climb to the configured altitude I refer to configuration settings in 

AiProFiight). When in GPS FREE mode, the position has to be steered by the 

operator. When in GPS PH mode, the position will be steered automatically. A 

manual interaction is possible and under certain conditions !wind gusts, GPS 

inaccuracy) necessary. 

The distance to the ground can be achieved by the ultrasonic sensors. Ultrasonic sensors may not work in a proper way under certain conditions like above 

water, snow, high grass or trees. 

Automatic Landing In automatic landing mode, the Aibot X6 V2 will decrease the motor power to 

maintain a constant descent. Prior to the landing, the descent will be slowed 

down. After ground contact, the motors will be switched off automatically. It 

may be necessary to switch off the motors manually. When in GPS FREE mode, 

the position has to be steered manually by the operator. When in GPS PH 

mode, the position will be steered automatically. A manual interaction is 

possible and under certain conditions I wind gusts, GPS inaccuracy) necessary. 

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GPS Free (OFF) 

GPS Dynamic Position Hold (PH) 

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Care Free 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

Care Free OFF 

The Aibot X6 V2 has a standard orientation. With Care Free OFF, a forward 

command on the joystick will steer forward according to the Aibot X6 V2 orientation, which may not be forward from the position of the operator. Carefully 

pay attention to the Aibot X6 V2 orientation, and adjust inputs accordingly. 

Care Free ON 

If Care Free is switched ON, the Aibot X6 V2 will always fly according to the 

starting orientation, regardless of the current orientation. The Care Free mode 

simplifies the inputs for the operator, nevertheless remember the starting 

orientation carefully before flight. 

Since Care Free uses a compass, it may only be used in locations without 

magnetic disturbance. 

If a compass disturbance occurs, Care Free has to be switched OFF. 

GPS Assistance 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

The position of the Aibot X6 V2 is controlled completely manually without GPS 

guidance. Carefully pay attention to the wind as it will influence the position. 

The pitch-movements (forward/ backward I and roll-movements (lateral 

left/right I can be controlled with the right joystick. 

The position of the Aibot X6 V2 is controlled with GPS guidance. The influence 

of the wind is compensated automatically. To change the position, the right 

joystick controls the desired vector of flight and ground speed. 

Make sure that it may take some time for the Aibot X6 V2 to emit the correct 

wind compensation. Do not switch from GPS Free to GPS Dynamic Position 

Hold while flying aggressive manoeuvres. 

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CAUTION 

Safety Features 

With the Coming Home mode, the Aibot X6 V2 will return from its current position to the position, where the motors started. If the Aibot X6 V2 is below the 

minimum Coming Home altitude, it will climb prior to the configured altitude. 

The Coming Home mode only works as described, if a valid GPS signal is available at the takeoff position. Otherwise, the Coming Home position will be 

defined at the first valid GPS position. 

GPS 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

The Aibot X6 V2 has a GPS cage mode for training purposes. In GPS cage mode, 

a virtual cage around the Aibot X6 V2 is built. The cage is specified by a radius, 

minimum altitude and maximum altitude above ground. The Aibot X6 V2 does 

not leave the cage during the flight execution. Refer to the AiProFiight user 

manual for more information. When GPS cage mode is activated, the motors 

will only start if the GPS toggle switch is positioned to PH. 

This is a support function for the operator. Nevertheless you have the sole 

responsibility for the flight as a whole. 

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Safety Features 

The Aibot X6 V2 has a start prevention system. The motors cannot be started 

if the charge of the battery does not guaranty a save flight execution. If the 

present battery voltage is lower than a predefined value, the start is prevented 

and an acoustic error signal sounds. 

This Safety Feature can be deactivated within the AiProFiight software configuration. Aibotix does not assume any responsibility for possible crashes due to 

flat batteries or deactivated Safety Features. 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

This Safety Feature is activated by default in Manual Mode, Assist Mode and 

Waypoint Flight. 

The RC transmitter gives a warning-signal (beep/blinking LEOs I as soon as the 

battery voltage drops below a preset value (refer to AiProFiight Manuall. The 

procedure of the Automatic Safety Landing depends on the actual flight altitude. At 20 m above ground the automatic safety feature will be triggered at 

the latest 30 seconds after the first warning. When flying at 100 m the Automatic Safety Landing will be switched on promptly if the voltage threshold 

value is reached. The Automatic Safety Landing works like the Auto Landing 

Mode. The operator may still use the pitch, roll and yaw commands to avoid 

collision with any obstacles, although climbing is prevented unless the Aibot X6 

V2 is near the ground. 

If the battery voltage stabilizes on a higher altitude, the warning sound ceases 

and the Automatic Safety Landing will not be initiated. 

The Automatic Safety Landing is an operator assistance feature to increase the 

operational safety of the Aibot X6 V2. Nevertheless, the operator has to 

monitor the battery voltage at any time. Reduce the flight altitude in time if a 

drop in battery voltage occurs. This holds particularly true, if additional payload 

is used. 

This Safety Feature can be deactivated within the AiProFiight software configuration. Aibotix does not assume any responsibility for possible crashes due to 

flat batteries or deactivated Safety Features. 

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& CAUTION 

Safety Features 

3.4.10 

Safety Features 

R.C lost Failsafe 

Sensors may provide wrong data 

A malfunction may occur if the environmental information is inconsistent or 

not comprehensive. The functionality of some Safety Features relies on the 

information of one or more of the following sensors: Pressure Sensor, Ultrasonic Sensor, GPS, Magnetic Compass. 

Precautions: 

Be aware that sensors may provide wrong data and always be ready to 

take over manual control. 

In case the Aibot X6 V2 looses communication link with the RC transmitter, it 

will automatically run the configured lost communication failsafe procedure. 

I Refer to AiProFiight manual for further information to the configuration.) All 

of these procedures will automatically be interrupted if the communication link 

is re-established or if the Battery Failsafe conditions are reached. 

Failsafe configuration Position Hold 

The Aibot X6 V2 will slowly start to descend and simultaneously rotate 

along its yaw axis. 

Once the Aibot X6 V2 has reached an altitude of 20m above ground, it will 

remain in this altitude and rotate along its yaw axis. 

If the Aibot X6 V2 cannot re-establish its connection, it will remain in this 

position until an emergency landing is executed due to a low battery 

voltage. 

Failsafe configuration Coming Home 

The Aibot X6 V2 will change its altitude to the pre-set Coming Home Altitude while simultaneously rotating along its yaw axis. 

Once the altitude is reached, the Aibot X6 V2 will perform a Coming Home 

to the takeoff location while rotating along its yaw axis. If the Aibot X6 V2 

had no GPS fix available at its takeoff location, it will alternatively fly to the 

position where the first GPS fix was available. 

The Aibot X6 V2 will remain for 120 seconds at the Coming Home location. 

After that, the Aibot X6 V2 will perform an automatic landing at the current 

location. 

Blackbox 

The Aibot X6 V2 stores all relevant flight information in regular intervals to a 

logging module IBiackbox). This enables the Aibotix service to conduct a 

detailed error analysis. 

Aibotix does not assume any responsibility for technical defects or crashes in 

case the logging module cannot be read-out and evaluated due to a mishandling from the customer /destruction and/ or the loss of the module, any 

warranty is voided. 

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General 

Each motor, 

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Frame, Housing 

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Payload/Camera 

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Ground 

For a safe operation of the Aibot X6 V2, some antecedent planning and organization is mandatory. Ensure to confirm the following information for each of 

your flight executions. 

Remember also to prepare your mission (waypoint flight plan), general equipment (ground station, connection cables) and storage devices(for example 

camera SO card, Aibotix Blackbox). 

Flight permissions obtained 

Weather conditions obtained 

Launch site checked for safety, obstacles, local wind influences, magnetic 

disturbances, radio disturbances, GPS/GNSS disturbances 

General Condition, no kinks or damages 

Smooth Operation, no noises while turning, not blocking 

Motor, Mounting Screws tightened 

Propeller, Mounting Screw tightened 

General condition 

Screws in place and tightened 

Antennas without kinks or damages IRC-, LVP-, Wi232-antenna) 

Cable plugs without dirt and fixed 

Battery mount tightened 

Landing gear without damages 

Ultrasonic sensors without dirt and with free field of view 

Weight, payload and centre of gravity checked 

General condition 

Gear wheels without damages 

Camera screw at hand 

Screws in place and tightened 

General Condition 

No punctures or puffing 

Leads and plugs without damages 

Fully charged and cells balanced 

General condition 

joysticks and toggle switches without damages and free moving 

Antenna without kinks or damages 

Battery fully charged 

Check weight and balance 

Cables and connections without damages 

Configuration set 

WiFi/Biuetooth switched off 

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General unit configuration 

Camera and Gimbal configuration and functionality 

RC Lost Failsafe configuration 

Limitations configuration 

GPS configuration 

Perform a compass fine calibration if necessary 

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Pre-Flight Check 

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CAUTION 

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Perform the pre-flight checks prior to each flight execution. 

GE = General interactions 

X6 = Interactions with the Aibot X6 V2 

RC = Interactions with the RC transmitter 

GE Launch site 

X6 Propellers 

RC RC battery voltage 

RC Stick mode 

RC Antenna 

X6 LiPo Batteries 

Automatic system check 

Make sure the launch site is prepared 

according to the general requirements I safety, influences and disturbances). 

Check propeller conditions and 

screws tightened. Only use the 

provided torque wrench. 

Check, refer to RC Transmitter 

manual for recommended voltage 

Check stick mode 2 is selected. 

Refer to "2.3.2 Configuration of the 

RC Transmitter" for more information. 

Fitted and oriented correctly. The 

antenna has to be aligned 90 

degrees to the Aibot X6 V2, so that 

the antenna is NOT directly facing 

with its end to the Aibot X6 V2) 

Attached and fixed. Plug in the 

batteries. Always operate with two 

batteries. 

After connecting the batteries, the Aibot X6 V2 needs time to perform an automatic system check and a calibration of the internal sensors. Do not move the 

Aibot X6 V2 during that period and wait, until the "wait" signal on the RC transmitter telemetry menu has switched to "ready". 

In the meantime the following checks are carried out: 

RC Telemetry display Select 

Refer to "2.3.£< Telemetry Menu" for 

more information. 

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(GPS and 

General This chapter contains all relevant steps for a safe operation of the Aibot X6 V2. 

It is recommended to use Assist Mode whenever the conditions will allow it. 

Takeoff 

Normal Procedures Only start the automatic takeoff procedure when airspace above the Aibot X6 

V2 is free from any obstacles. 

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ground for roll, pitch and yaw 

commands. 

It may be necessary to control the position of the Aibot X6 V2 manually with 

the RC transmitter while performing an automatic takeoff. 

When the automatic takeoff procedure is finished: 

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Normal Procedures The climb operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached. For 

good orientation, it is helpful to move in a forward direction at the same time 

as climbing. So you can better monitor the flight path of the Aibot X6 V2. Also 

a flight above the operator is prevented. 

RC Throttle joystick To climb, slowly push the throttle 

joystick away from you to increase 

the motor power. Control the position manually with flight control 

joystick. 

3.63 Descent 

Normal Procedures The descent operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached. 

DANGER 

RC Throttle joystick To descent, slowly pull the throttle 

joystick towards you to decrease the 

motor power. Control the position 

manually with flight control joystick. 

Crash due to own downwash. 

The device can fly in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

Descend in spiral movements or in a 'zig-zag' motion. 

Be aware of the downwash of the rotor blades when flying near ground. 

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Normal Procedures 

DANGER 

3.6.5 

It may be necessary to control the position manually with flight control 

joysticks. 

On ground: 

Crash due to downwash near ground. 

Downwash of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious 

injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Be aware of the downwash of your own rotor blades when flying near 

ground. 

Abort Mode) 

Normal Procedures It may be necessary to control the position of the Aibot X6 V2 manually with 

the RC Transmitter while abort an automatic landing procedure. 

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X6 LiPo batteries Plug off 

RC Power OFF 

X6 Motor temperature Maintain a motor cool down phase of 

at least 5 minutes in a shady (cool) 

place. At temperatures above 25°( a 

cool down phase of at least 15 

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down phase may vary and depends 

on many factors. 

.3.6.7 Position Hold 

Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 V2 will 

automatically hold the current position. 

X6 Altitude and Distance 

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Adjust to remaining battery power 

and flight configuration. 

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Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 V2 will 

automatically fly the pre-defined flight path. Verify that the flight plan is 

uploaded via AiProFiight prior using this procedure. 

CAUTION 

CAUTION 

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Adjust to remaining battery power 

and flight configuration. 

To interrupt the flight plan or when the flight plan has finished: 

To continue the waypoint flight: 

You will be informed with a voice message, when the last waypoint is reached. 

The Aibot X6 V2 will automatically activate Position Hold. It is possible to 

perform the Waypoint Flight again. 

Different control type 

While the Waypoint Flight procedure is active, direct pitch and roll commands 

are not in use. You have to deactivate this procedure to gain the full control 

again. 

Always monitor the flight path 

Make sure that the pre-defined waypoints are free from any obstacles. 

The accuracy of the waypoint flight depends on weather conditions and GPS 

signal. 

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Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 V2 will 

automatically set a POl. This POl is now the base of orientation. 

CAUTION 

CAUTION 

From now on, the Aibot X6 V2 will orientate the heading towards the defined 

POl. With Care Free ON, you can normally operate. Also the manual inclination 

of the gimbal is possible. 

Different control type 

In POl mode with Care Free OFF, the familiar commands are now different. The 

Aibot X6 V2 will move relative to the defined POl. Pitch commands will move 

the Aibot X6 V2 towards or against the POl. Roll commands will move the Aibot 

X6 V2 on a circular flight path around the POl. 

To interrupt the POl flight: 

To continue the POl flight 

Adjust to remaining battery power 

and flight configuration. 

You will be informed with a voice message, when the last waypoint is reached. 

Always monitor the flight path 

In POl flight, the pitch and roll commands behave different than in normal flight 

mode. Make sure that the pre-defined circular flight path is free from any 

obstacles. 

The accuracy of the POl flight depends on weather conditions and GPS signal. 

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Normal Procedures This procedure can be activated during flight execution. The Aibot X6 V2 will 

automatically fly back to the start position. 

CAUTION 

CAUTION 

Description Condition/Action • c";>< 

X6 Coming Home flight path Free from any obstacles 

X6 Altitude Check 

RC Care Free As required 

RC Assist Mode ON 

RC GPS CH 

X6 Flight Path Monitor 

RC Telemetry Check regularly 

GE Airspace Clear and safe 

To interrupt Coming Home procedure: 

Description Condition/Actionce · 

GPS PH 

Different control type 

While the Coming Home procedure is active, direct pitch and roll commands are 

not in use. You have to deactivate this procedure to gain the full control again. 

If not given, the Aibot X6 V2 will automatically climb to the defined minimum 

altitude for coming home. 

Always monitor the flight path 

In Coming Home flight, the Aibot X6 V2 moves automatically. Make sure that 

the pre-defined flight path is free from any obstacles. 

The accuracy of the flight depends on weather conditions and GPS signal. 

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Normal Procedures 

DANGER 

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Normal Procedures Manual Mode 

This chapter contains all relevant steps for a safe operation of the Aibot X6 V2 

in Manual Mode. Manual flying (especially without Assist Model is only recommended to experienced operators and should be trained carefully. Indoor flying 

is limited to the Manual Mode procedures. Because of those limits, indoor 

flights are only allowed when the pilot is certified for indoor operations. 

In normal factory configuration it is not possible to switch off the Assist 

Mode. The toggle switch on the RC Transmitter is out of use. This function must be manually set in a configuration process. 

It is recommended to use Assist Mode whenever the conditions will allow it. 

Manua! Takeoff 

RC Flight Controls 

RC Throttle joystick 

Perform flight control checks on 

ground for roll, pitch and yaw 

commands. 

Slowly push the throttle joystick 

away from you to increase motor 

power. Control position and heading 

manually. 

Crash due to downwash near ground. 

Downwash of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious 

injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Be aware of the downwash of your own rotor blades when flying near 

ground. 

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3.7.2 Manual Climb 

Normal Procedures The climb operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached. For 

good orientation, it is helpful to move in a forward direction at the same time 

as climbing. So you can better monitor the flight path of the Aibot X6 V2. Also 

a flight above the operator is prevented. 

RC Throttle joystick 

3.7.3 Manual Descent 

To climb. slowly push the throttle 

joystick away from you to increase 

the motor power. Control position 

and heading manually. 

Normal Procedures The descent operation can be performed until the desired altitude is reached. 

DANGER 

RC Throttle joystick To descent, slowly pull the throttle 

joystick towards you to decrease the 

motor power. Control position and 

heading manually. 

Crash due to own downwash. 

The device can fly in his own turbulences. Risk of serious injuries and damages 

because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Avoid a straight vertical descent. 

Descend in spiral movements or in a 'zig-zag' motion. 

Be aware of the downwash of the rotor blades when flying near ground. 

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On ground: 

To descent, slowly pull the throttle 

joystick towards you to decrease the 

motor power. Control position and 

heading manually, 

When touched the ground fully pull 

the throttle joystick towards you. 

Crash due to downwash near ground. 

Downwash of the own rotor blades can lead to turbulences. Risk of serious 

injuries and damages because of falling device. 

Precautions: 

Be aware of the downwash of your own rotor blades when flying near 

ground. 

Manual J.Xbort 

RC Throttle joystick 

After Manual Mode) 

X6 Motor temperature 

To abort the landing, push the 

throttle joystick away from you to 

increase the motor power. Control 

position and heading manually. 

Maintain a motor cool down phase of 

at least 5 minutes in a shady (cool) 

place. At temperatures above 25°C a 

cool down phase of at least 15 

minutes is recommended. The cool 

down phase may vary and depends 

on many factors. 

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Abnormal and 

This chapter explains how abnormal and emergency situations of the Aibot X6 

V2 can be recognised and what actions are necessary to react. Recommendations how to prevent abnormal situations are given as well. 

The operator must remember the procedures described in this chapter by 

heart. 

Not all abnormal situations can be described, therefore it is important to have 

thorough knowledge and experience in operating the Aibot X6 V2. 

In every case, the safety and health of humans is more important than material 

damages. 

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Abnormal Procedures 

CAUTION 

Disturbance the 

Identification 

Voice Response: "Magnetic field is low!", "Magnetic field disturbed!", 

"Hardware failure". 

Warning signal of the telemetry on the RC transmitter. 

Unusual, unstable flight behaviour with GPS assisted flight modes. 

Unexpected yawing or general unexpected flight behaviour. 

Recommended Procedure 

X6 Orientation 

X6 Flight 

Check, with pitch and roll commands. 

Orientate the rear of the Aibot X6 V2 

in direction towards you. 

Continue manually, start landing 

procedure immediately 

Automatic detection of disturbances 

The Aibot X6 V2 can detect magnetic disturbances on its own. A warning signal 

and the voice response: "Magnetic field disturbed" will be issued. In that case 

the modes for Flight Plan, GPS, POl and Care Free will be deactivated automatically. 

Be aware that not every disturbance can be detected automatically. 

Assist mode can stay active, automatic altitude control, automatic takeoff and 

automatic landing stay active as well. 

Prevention 

Carefully check the launch site and the flight area for magnetic disturbances before flight execution. 

Do not fly in the vicinity of airports, military installations or strong transmitters. 

Perform a compass fine calibration as described in "3.1.6 Compass Calibration". 

In some cases setting up a local deviation in AiProFiight may help. In such 

a case please contact the Aibotix service. 

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CAUTION 

Identification 

Voice Response: "GPS quality is low!", "GPS fix loss!"). 

GPS signal on the telemetry of the RC transmitter I with an indicated accuracy of more than five meter, a disturbance can be expected). 

The amount of available GPS satellites on the telemetry display of the RC 

transmitter. With fewer than 6 satellites, a disturbance can be expected. 

Unusual, unstable flight behaviour with GPS assisted flight modes. 

Recommended Procedure 

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RC POl & Flight Plan OFF 

RC GPS FREE 

X6 Altitude Maintain a safe altitude 

X6 Flight Continue manually, start landing 

procedure immediately. 

Other possible disturbances 

A disturbance of GPS signal possibly cannot clearly be distinguished from a 

magnetic field disturbance. Especially when no advice like a voice response will 

be issued, the disturbance cannot be identified clearly. In that case the 

abnormal procedure "magnetic field disturbance" must be used. 

Be aware that not every disturbance can be detected automatically. 

Prevention 

Carefully monitor the amount and accuracy of GPS satellites during the 

whole flight execution. 

Do not fly with GPS-based flight modes below or near any obstacles or 

when doing indoor flights. 

Do not fly with GPS-based flight modes in narrow valleys, below or very 

near to mountains and slopes. 

Use GPS planning software as part of flight planning to ensure adequate 

satellite availability in the flight area. 

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CAUTION 

CAUTION 

Identification 

Voice Response: "Battery is low!" 

Warning tone from the RC transmitter. 

Status LEDs are flashing white. 

The battery power is displayed on the telemetry of the RC transmitter. 

Recommended Procedure 

Description Condition/Action 

X6 Flight Abort immediately 

X6 Altitude Reduce as possible 

X6 Position Fly to the next possible landing site if 

the origin landing site is too far 

away. 

X6 Landing Perform as soon as possible 

Automatic descent 

To prevent a crash due to low batteries, the Aibot X6 V2 will start an automatic 

descent depending on the actual altitude. 

Be aware that once started, this procedure cannot be interrupted. 

Controlling the position and heading is possible. 

Prevent low battery flights 

A low battery warning will occur, when battery power will decrease under 18 

V. The available remaining flight time depends on the Aibot X6 V2 configuration 

and the environmental conditions. Be aware, that the remaining flight time 

could not be sufficient to safely finish the flight execution. 

Plan your flight to not fly with a battery power of lower than 18 V. 

Prevention 

Regularly monitor the remaining battery power during flight execution. 

Regularly check and maintain the batteries. Replace older batteries. 

Carefully plan the flight executions and include weather conditions, 

payload and altitude. 

Always operate the Aibot X6 V2 with two approved batteries. 

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Abnormal Procedures 

CAUTION 

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Ultrasonic Sensor Failure 

Identification 

Voice Response: "Distance measurement failure!" 

The Aibot X6 V2 descends below the defined minimum altitude. 

Automatic takeoff and automatic landing are not working. 

Recommended Procedure 

a I Assist Mode OFF Procedure lit configured 1: 

X6 Altitude Control the altitude manually with 

the throttle joystick 

X6 Landing Follow the manual landing procedure 

as normal 

b I Assist Mode ON Procedure: 

Automatic takeoff and landing without ultrasonic sensors 

In case of a voice response: "Distance measurement failure!", the automatic 

landing and automatic takeoff mode is working without the use of ultrasonic 

sensors. Be aware of a faster descent speed for an automatic landing. 

Prevention 

Operation according to normal procedures. 

Inspection and cleaning of the ultrasonic sensors according to the checklists. 

Do not cover the field of view of the ultrasonic sensors with cables or 

other objects. 

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Abnormal Procedures 

CAUTION 

lost RC communication 

Identification 

Voice Response: "Failsafe activated I RC lost!" 

Signal tone of the RC transmitter. 

Status LEOs of the Aibot X6 V2 are flashing blue. 

Deactivated RC transmitter. 

Recommended Procedure 

a)lf communication is re-established: 

Abort and identify reasons for disturbance. 

b)lf communication can NOT be re-established: 

GE 

X6 After Landing 

Monitor the automatic landing procedure. Be prepared for re-establishing 

the communication. 

Plug off the LiPo Batteries immediately. 

RC Lost Failsafe 

If the communication to the Aibot X6 V2 is lost, the RC Lost Failsafe will be 

performed automatically. Refer to "3A.9 RC Lost Failsafe" for more information. 

Prevention 

Carefully check the launch site and the flight area for any disturbances. 

Check the battery power of the RC transmitter before flight execution. 

Respect the limitations and procedures given by the RC transmitter 

manual. 

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Abnormal Procedures 

CAUTION 

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Unfamiliar Noise 

Identification 

Unfamiliar noises during flight execution or special manoeuvres. 

Recommended Procedure 

An unfamiliar noise is an indicator for a defect at the moving parts of the Aibot 

X6 V2. 

Unfamiliar noises 

The Aibot X6 V2 is only allowed to fly, when the reason for the noise has been 

identified and fixed. 

If you have any doubts, contact Aibotix service. 

Prevention 

Be sensitive to unfamiliar noises right after takeoff. 

Follow the normal procedures. 

Inspection and cleaning of the Aibot X6 V2 according to the checklists. 

Follow the recommended service intervals. 

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Abnormal Procedures 

CAUTION 

Identification 

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Recommended Procedure 

GE Landing site 

X6 Landing 

No operation after landing in water 

on water 

Identify a landing site with easy 

access and low water speed. 

Perform normal landing. Be aware 

that ultrasonic sensors do not work 

over water. 

Do not operate the Aibot X6 V2 after a landing into the water. Dry the Aibot 

X6 V2 at high room temperature. Immediately contact Aibotix service to discuss 

about the next steps and prevent consequential damage. 

Prevention 

Do not fly above rivers and large water areas. 

An emergency landing on water should only be performed, when no safe 

landing site on ground is available. 

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Abnormal Procedures 

CAUTION 

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Lost visual contact 

Identification 

Unknown position of the Aibot X6 V2. 

Recommended Procedure 

Try to find the Aibot X6 V2 based on the last known position. If possible, a 

climb to a higher altitude may help to find the Aibot X6 V2. 

If the loss of visual contact cannot be re-established or the battery power is 

getting low: 

Do not use Coming Home mode 

Do not use Coming Home mode to re-establish a loss of visual contact to the 

Aibot X6 V2. There is a high risk of a potentially collision. 

Prevention 

Always keep visual contact to the Aibot X6 V2. 

Recognise any obstacles who might disable visual contact beforehand. 

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Abnormal Procedures 

3.8.10 

Unknown Orientation of the Aibot X6 V2 

Identification 

Unknown orientation of the Aibot X6 V2. 

Pitch and roll commands result in an unexpected movement of the Aibot 

X6 V2. 

Recommended Procedure 

X6 Orientation Check, with pitch and roll commands. 

Orientate the rear of the Aibot X6 V2 

in direction towards you. 

a )If orientation is still unknown AND coming home flight path is clear of obstacles: 

Try to re-establish and/ or perform 

landing 

b)lf orientation is still unknown AND battery is low: 

Prevention 

Perform safety landing at actual 

position 

Do not perform a flight execution far away from you or in a low altitude. 

Status LEOs of the Aibot X6 V2 must be visible at any time. 

Use the Care Free mode to prevent orientation problems. 

incident 

If something unexpected happens during flight, land immediately and contact 

Aibotix service to determine the cause. Fill in the Incident report found on the 

USB flash drive and send to: service@aibotix.com. 

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Transport in a road 

vehicle 

Shipping 

4.2 

Product 

General 

Damp products 

Cables and plugs 

Airflow Inlets 

Maintenance Plan 

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and Transport 

Never carry the product loose in a road vehicle, as it can be affected by shock 

and vibration. Always carry the product in its transport container, original packaging or equivalent and secure it. 

When transporting the product by rail, air or sea, always use the complete original Aibot X6 V2 packaging, transport container and cardboard box, or its equivalent. to protect against shock and vibration. 

Respect the temperature limits when storing the equipment. particularly in 

summer if the equipment is inside a vehicle. Refer to "3.2 General Limitations" 

for information about temperature limits. 

Only use a damp microfibre cloth to clean the Aibot X6 V2. Do not use strong 

detergent on carbon fibre parts. Use a brush to remove loose dust. 

Dry the product. the transport container. the foam inserts and the accessories 

at a temperature not greater than <i0°C and clean them. Do not repack until 

everything is completely dry. 

Keep plugs clean and dry. Blow away any dirt lodged in the plugs of the 

connecting cables. 

Keep airflow inlets of the motors and of the battery charger clean. Blow away 

any dirt lodged at the airflow inlets. 

Plan 

Before each flight 

Refer to "3.1 General ground handling". 

Every 10 flights: 

Check landing gear. 

Check motors are properly fastened. 

Every 30 flights: 

Check camera mount. 

Basic cleaning. 

A special check is always required after collision, shipping or hard landings. 

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Service Intervals For professional maintenance, Aibotix offers various service and repair plans 

which guarantee proper flight condition. We highly recommend these service 

plans when purchasing the Aibot X6 V2. Contact Aibotix in case of questions 

regarding these service plans. 

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5.1 

General 

Installation 

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Payload 

Installation 

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Camera 

The camera gimbal is pre-adjusted for: 

Roll/pitch commands 

Roll/pitch compensation 

Roll/pitch can be adjusted remotely by the RC transmitter, independent 

from position compensation. 

Slide control 52 controls the pitch axis and POTI2 controls the roll axis. 

Roll and pitch axis are subjected to large forces when turning. Do not move the 

camera gimbal by hand. You may damage the compensator. 

The calibration of the Aibot X6 V2 can lead to sudden movements of the 

compensator. Be careful when using long lenses. 

Never adjust the black nuts of the roll and pitch axes. 

During takeoff and landing, the camera must always be in a horizontal position. 

The best images result, when the camera sensor is located on the roll axis. 

The gimbal is permanently mounted to the Aibot X6 V2. A disassembly is not 

allowed. 

Mount 

The maximum payload capacity of the on-top mount is 650 g. With increased 

weight, the control of the Aibot X6 V2 is more difficult. 

To install the on-top mount, use the supplied knurled screws. Remove the 

battery cover and place the on-top mount on the Aibot X6 V2. Attach the ontop mount with the 3 knurled screws and fasten them hand-tight. 

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Installation 

Camera Connection 

To connect a standard camera to your Aibot X6 V2, there are three different 

options available: 

l) Camera Connection Cable 

2) Camera Connection Cable with a hot-shoe adapter for georeferencing 

3) IR-Trigger Cable with hot-shoe adapter, wireless connection for georeferencing 

Installation 

Attach the 1<1-pin connection cable to your connection port at the bottom of 

the Aibot X6 V2 for regular use or on the top with On-top camera mount. 

Connect your camera using a standard camera connection connector to the 

standard camera port. If you are using theIR-Trigger Cable, make sure that the 

IR-Diode is placed in front of the IR-Receiver from your camera. Connect the 

hot-shoe adapter to your camera if available. See AiProFiight manual for 

further information about georeferencing images. 

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To set up the Live Video Package, mount the Live Video Screen to the tripod 

using the provided nut. Ensure that the screen is fastened appropriately. Place 

the tripod on a flat and plane surface. 

The best position for the Live Video Camera depends on the primary used 

camera. Never attach a camera at the bottomside of the camera mount. Live 

Video Cameras can be mounted on top of the hot shoe of DSLRs. For smaller 

cameras, the Live Video Camera can be mounted beside the main camera. The 

focal length of the Live Video Camera is equivalent to 2<lmm-28mm of a 

standard camera. 

l) Connect the Live Video Camera to the related camera video-in port on the 

Aibot X6 V2. 

2) Connect the transmitting antenna to the related port on the Aibot X6 V2: 

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Aibotix 

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3lil31 Kassel 

Germany 

Phone +li9 56lli739li9-0 

www.aibotix.com 

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Appendix B- Respective Regulatory Language from 14 C.R.F. 

• Section 61.23 entitled Medical certificates: Requirement and duration. 

(a) Operations requiring a medical certificate. Except as provided in paragraphs (b) and 

(c) of this section, a person-

(1) Must hold a first-class medical certificate: 

(i) When exercising the privileges of an airline transport pilot certificate; 

or 

(ii) If that person has reached his or her 60th birthday and serves as a 

pilot in 14 CFR part 121 operations. Notwithstanding the provisions of 

§ 61.23(d)(1)(iii), that person's first-class medical certificate expires, for 

14 CFR part121 operations, at the end of the last day of the 6th month 

after the month of the date of examination shown on the medical 

certificate. 

(c) Operations requiring either a medical certificate or U.S. driver's license. 

(1) A person must hold and possess either a medical certificate issued under 

part 67 of this chapter or a U.S. driver's license when-

(i) Exercising the privileges of a student pilot certificate while seeking 

sport pilot privileges in a light-sport aircraft other than a glider or 

balloon; 

(ii) Exercising the privileges of a sport pilot certificate in a light-sport 

aircraft other than a glider or balloon; 

(iii) Exercising the privileges of a flight instructor certificate with a sport 

pilot rating while acting as pilot in command or serving as a required 

flight crewmember of a light-sport aircraft other than a glider or 

balloon; or 

(iv) Serving as an Examiner and administering a practical test for the 

issuance of a sport pilot certificate in a light-sport aircraft other than a 

glider or balloon. 

(2) A person using a U.S. driver's license to meet the requirements of this 

paragraph must-

(i) Comply with each restriction and limitation imposed by that person's 

U.S. driver's license and any judicial or administrative order applying to 

the operation of a motor vehicle; 
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(ii) Have been found eligible for the issuance of at least a third-class 

airman medical certificate at the time of his or her most recent 

application (if the person has applied for a medical certificate); 

(iii) Not have had his or her most recently issued medical certificate (if 

the person has held a medical certificate) suspended or revoked or most 

recent Authorization for a Special Issuance of a Medical Certificate 

withdrawn; and 

(iv) Not know or have reason to know of any medical condition that 

would make that person unable to operate a light-sport aircraft in a safe 

manner. 

Section 61.101 entitled Recreational pilot privileges and limitations . 

(e) Except as provided in paragraphs (d) and (i) of this section, a recreational pilot may 

not act as pilot in command of an aircraft-

(4) For compensation or hire; 

(5) In furtherance of a business; 

• Section 61.113, entitled Private pilot privileges and limitations: Pilot in command, 

subsections (a) and (b) prescribe the following, in relevant part: 

(a) No person who holds a private pilot certificate may act as a pilot in command 

(PIC) of an aircraft that is carrying passengers or property for compensation or 

hire; nor may that person, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft. 

(b) A private pilot may, for compensation or hire, act as PIC of an aircraft in 

connection with any business or employment if-

(1) The flight is only incidental to that business or employment; and 

(2) The aircraft does not carry passengers or property for compensation or hire. 

• Section 61.315 entitled What are the privileges and limits of my sport pilot certificate? 

(a) If you hold a sport pilot certificate you may act as pilot in command of a light-sport 

aircraft, except as specified in paragraph (c) of this section. 

• Section 91.7, entitled Civil aircraft airworthiness, subsection (a), states the following: 

(a) No person may operate a civil aircraft unless it is in an airworthy condition. 

• Section 91.119, entitled Minimum safe altitudes: General, subsection (c), states the following: 

Except when necessary for takeoff or landing, no person may operate an aircraft below the 

following altitudes: 
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(c) Over other than congested areas. An altitude of 500 feet above the surface, except 

over open water or sparsely populated areas. In those cases, the aircraft may not be 

operated closer than 500 feet to any person, vessel, vehicle, or structure. 

• Section 91.121, entitled Altimeter settings, subsection (a), states the following, in part: 

(a) Each person operating an aircraft shall maintain the cruising altitude or flight 

level of that aircraft, as the case may be, by reference to an altimeter that is set, 

when operating-

{1) Below 18,000 feet MSL, to-

(i) The current reported altimeter setting of a station along the route 

and within 100 nautical miles of the aircraft; 

(ii) If there is no station within the area prescribed in paragraph (a)(1)(i) 

of this section, the current reported altimeter setting of an appropriate 

available station; or 

(iii) In the case of an aircraft not equipped with a radio, the elevation of 

the departure airport or an appropriate altimeter setting available 

before departure. 

• Section 91.151, entitled Fuel requirements for flight in VFR conditions, subsection (b), states the 

following: 

(a) No person may begin a flight in an airplane under VFR conditions unless (considering 

wind and forecast weather conditions) there is enough fuel to fly to the first point of 

intended landing and, assuming normal cruising speed-

(1) During the day, to fly after that for at least 30 minutes 

• Sections 91.40S(a) entitled Maintenance required 

Each owner or operator of an aircraft-

(a) Shall have that aircraft inspected as prescribed in subpart E of this part and shall 

between required inspections, except as provided in paragraph (c) of this 

section, have discrepancies repaired as prescribed in part 43 of this chapter[.] 

• Section 91.407(a)(1) entitled Operation after maintenance, preventive maintenance, 

rebuilding, or alteration, subsection (a)(1), states the following: 

(a) No person may operate any aircraft that has undergone maintenance, preventive 

maintenance, rebuilding, or alteration unless-

(1) It has been approved for return to service by a person authorized under§ 
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43.7 of this chapter[.] 

• Section 91.409, entitled Inspections, subsection (a), states the following: 

(a) Except as provided in paragraph (c) of this section, no person may operate an 

aircraft unless, within the preceding 12 calendar months, it has had-

(1) An annual inspection in accordance with part 43 of this chapter and has 

been approved for return to service by a person authorized by§ 43.7 ofthis 

chapter; or 

(2) An inspection for the issuance of an airworthiness certificate in accordance 

with part 21 of this chapter. 

• Section 91.417, entitled Maintenance records, subsections (a) and (b), state the following: 

(a) Except for work performed in accordance with §§ 91.411 and 91.413, each 

registered owner or operator shall keep the following records for the periods 

specified in paragraph (b) ofthis section: 

(1) Records of the maintenance, preventive maintenance, and alteration and 

records of the 100-hour, annual, progressive, and other required or approved 

inspections, as appropriate, for each aircraft (including the airframe) and 

each engine, propeller, rotor, and appliance of an aircraft. The records must 

include-

(i) A description (or reference to data acceptable to the Administrator) 

of the work performed; and 

(ii) The date of completion of the work performed; and 

(iii) The signature, and certificate number of the person approving the 

aircraft for return to service. 

(2) Records containing the following information: 

(i) The total time in service of the airframe, each engine, each propeller, 

and each rotor. 

(ii) The current status of life-limited parts of each airframe, engine, 

propeller, rotor, and appliance. 

(iii) The time since last overhaul of all items installed on the aircraft 

which are required to be overhauled on a specified time basis. 

(iv) The current inspection status of the aircraft, including the time since 

the last inspection required by the inspection program under which the 
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aircraft and its appliances are maintained. 

(v) The current status of applicable airworthiness directives (AD) and 

safety directives including, for each, the method of compliance, the AD 

or safety directive number and revision date. If the AD or safety 

directive involves recurring action, the time and date when the next 

action is required. 

(vi) Copies of the forms prescribed by§ 43.9(d) of this chapter for each 

major alteration to the airframe and currently installed engines, rotors, 

propellers, and appliances. 

(b) The owner or operator shall retain the following records for the periods 

prescribed: 

(1) The records specified in paragraph (a)(1) of this section shall be 

retained until the work is repeated or superseded by other work or 

for 1 year after the work is performed. 

(2) The records specified in paragraph (a)(2) of this section shall be 

retained and transferred with the aircraft at the time the aircraft is 

sold. 

(3) A list of defects furnished to a registered owner or operator under§ 

43.11 of this chapter shall be retained until the defects are repaired and 

the aircraft is approved for return to service.