| 1 | Verify each item on the Preflight Checklist. |
| 2 | Arm the aircraft by bringing the left joystick stick down and towards the right (Fig. 1 below applies to the HereLink as well). The motors start spinning in an idle state. |
| 3 | Continue to hold the stick in the low to center/neutral throttle position and verify that all motors and propellers are spinning correctly. |
| 4 | Apply definitive positive throttle and take off to at least 8-12ft. |
| 5 | Perform your eight-point controls check for proper response and movement. |