There are a few things you must check before flying a drone. Here is a checklist for flying a drone safely:
- Check all the connections
- Check transmitter and receiver bindings
- Check the battery charge and voltage
- Check whether all the propellers are attached tightly
- Check all the motor mountings
- Check all the screws
- Check the balance of the drone to see if any side is heavier than the other
- Always unplug the battery after flying; only attach the battery few a seconds before flying
- Check any obstacles outside
- Keep children away from the flying area
- Keep a distance from the drone while you first throttle it
- Turn on autopilot and return to the home/launch feature if they are available
- Do not fly a drone with unbalanced propellers or broken propellers
- Always wear safety glasses
- Maintain security protocols