Preflight Checklist

Prior to Aircraft Power On

• Area of Operation has been identified and airspace has been checked and authorization has been obtained if applicable.

• Pilot in Command (PIC), Remote Pilot (RP) and/or Visual Observer have been identified and are present and ready for aircraft operations.

• Launch area is clear of debris, landing pad unfurled (if applicable), and site secured for operations.

• Landing gear installed and engaged properly (check engagement window). Ensure 4 thumb screws are tightened per the specifications in the IF750 Pilot Operating Handbook.

• GPS mast in raised position and securely clasped in place.

• Batteries installed with battery straps tightened and secured with minimal mobility.

• Ensure batteries have enough power and battery cable connectors are fully engaged.

• All four arms are lifted and secured in place with no mobility in the shoulder joint once secured.

• Propellers are installed and free from visible defects (no nicks, chips, or deep scratches).

• Motors rotate freely, without impediment.

• Payload/Gimbal (if any) installed and connectors secure. Ensure wires will not interfere with gimbal operations.

• Hand controller antennae are installed and the hand controller is powered on and at 50% power or better. (Start up QGround Control app at this time).

Powering on Aircraft Prior to Arming

• Clear the launch area, and ensure all personnel are moved to a safe distance of roughly 15 to 20 feet from the aircraft prior to powering on the aircraft.

• PIC or RP fully engage power connectors from the batteries to the aircraft. Move to a safe distance.

• Listen for the startup sequence of tones from the Flight Core and ESCs.

• Ensure the hand controller is connected to the aircraft and parameters are downloaded.

• If a mission is programmed, ensure it has been loaded to the aircraft.

• Ensure that any gimbal or payload are operating as required/expected.

• Ensure the failsafe parameters are appropriate for the mission.

• Tilt and turn aircraft by hand enough to determine that heading, attitude, and altitude are reflected accurately on the hand controller. Caution: While aircraft and hand controller are powered on, to avoid accidental arming of the aircraft, ensure the hand controller isn’t being touched or manipulated.

• Ensure aircraft battery life is reflected on the hand controller and is sufficient to support the mission, or at minimum 50%.

• Ensure the hand controller registers >10 GPS satellites.

• Ensure the aircraft GPS antenna LED is flashing blue.

• Ensure the flight mode is set to Position.

Arming

• Clear launch area of personnel and ensure all personnel are at a safe distance.

• PIC or RP conduct a mission overview and safety briefing.

• Announce intent to arm the aircraft (“CLEAR TO ARM!”) and arm the aircraft for flight.

• Ensure all propellers are balanced and spinning.

You are now clear to fly!

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IF750 Preflight Checklist.pdf

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