Make sure to update the Title following the format “Jan 01, 2020 Flight Test”

•  Check battery status
•  Charge if required, otherwise place into flight box
•  Systems test
•  Check flight controller orientation
•  Check motor spin & rotation direction
•  Check transmitter mappings
•  Verify communication links (VTX/RX, Controller, Groundstation)
•  Verify the mission planner is logging data
•  Only attach props directly before flight (keep off at all other times)
•  Mission Briefing
•  Plan of action
•  Delegate and brief on flight line roles
•  Key flight characteristics to observe
•  Key system characteristics to observe
•  Measurements to be made

•  Air Frame
•  Check all antennas, ensuring they are secure and in good condition
•  Check the battery emplacement and secure attachment and ensure there are no cracks
•  Check that all lights are operating normally
•  Check that all sensors are secured and clear of any obstructions
•  Check that the GPS is receiving satellites and providing a navigation solution
•  For fixed wing aircraft, Check:
•  Wings, ensuring they are securely attached to fuselage
•  Wing leading edge surfaces
•  Top and bottom of wing surfaces
•  Wing tip surfaces
•  Read of wing and all flight control surfaces for freedom of movement, security and any skin damage
•  For rotary aircraft:
•  Inspect top and bottom of air frame arms for cracks, loose parts, or signs of damage
•  Check fluid levels and ensure no leaks if applicable
•  Control Surfaces
•  Ensure Elevator moves correctly
•  Ensure Ailerons move correctly
•  Ensure Rudder moves correctly
•  Landing Gear
•  Check landing gear is secure
•  Inspect skids or wheels, especially attachment points
•  Propellers / Rotors
•  Ensure propeller is secured
•  Check for nicks, chips or cracks
•  Ensure prop direction is correct
•  Batteries
•  Inspect to ensure there is no signs of swelling, external leaking or other defects
•  Battery wiring and connectors from the battery are connected securely
•  Batteries (and spares) are adequately charged
•  Wires are not pinched
•  Control Station / Receivers / Transmitter
•  The battery and spare batteries if required are adequately charged
•  Control Station device and cables are properly connected and functioning
•  All flight interfaces are functioning normally
•  Safety
•  Good visibility and safe wind speed
•  Surrounding is free of obstacles
•  Crew far from drone
•  General Site Survey
•  Ground Recording / drone footage on
•  Autopilot
•  Control surfaces respond to autopilot in the correct manner
•  Transitions between flight modes have expected effect
•  Return-to-home systems, if present, have been configuredFlight Test Post Mortem