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- Drone software hubDJI Fly, Pilot, Betaflight, INAV, ELRS and more.
- DJI Fly app guideUsing DJI Fly and flight requirements.
- DJI Pilot 2 enterprise guideEnterprise flights with Pilot 2.
- Betaflight FPV configurationBetaflight PID, rates and failsafe.
- INAV GPS FPV softwareINAV navigation and return-to-home.
- ExpressLRS (ELRS) guideELRS link for FPV systems.
- Drone faults encyclopedia42 fault guides: GPS, battery, FPV, ESC, gimbal, firmware, Remote ID.
- GPS not foundGPS not found: No GPS lock — compass, location or firmware. Full diagnostics guide for DJI and FPV. Step-by-step diagnostics (Navigation & GPS) for DJI, FP…
- Compass errorCompass error: Magnetometer error blocks GPS and stable flight. Calibration and interference removal. Step-by-step diagnostics (Navigation & GPS) for DJI, …
- IMU calibration errorIMU calibration error: Accelerometer/gyro calibration fails or flight is unstable. Step-by-step diagnostics (Navigation & GPS) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe r…
- Hover drift and toilet bowlHover drift and toilet bowl: Aircraft drifts, flies in circles or cannot hold position. Step-by-step diagnostics (Navigation & GPS) for DJI, FPV and EASA-s…
- Flyaway and wrong RTHFlyaway and wrong RTH: Aircraft flies away or RTH lands in wrong place. Step-by-step diagnostics (Navigation & GPS) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Drone won't connectDrone won't connect: App or controller cannot find aircraft. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB pairing diagnostics. Step-by-step diagnostics (Link & FPV) for DJI, F…
- RC link lost / failsafeRC link lost / failsafe: Controller signal drops — failsafe triggers in flight. Step-by-step diagnostics (Link & FPV) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- FPV video lossFPV video loss: Analogue or digital FPV video cuts out in flight. Step-by-step diagnostics (Link & FPV) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- ExpressLRS won't bindExpressLRS won't bind: ELRS TX and RX modules will not bind. Step-by-step diagnostics (Link & FPV) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Wi-Fi interference on 2.4 GHzWi-Fi interference on 2.4 GHz: RC or video link disrupted by 2.4 GHz networks. Step-by-step diagnostics (Link & FPV) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Battery won't chargeBattery won't charge: LiPo/LiIon pack won't charge or charger shows error. Step-by-step diagnostics (Battery & power) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Battery voltage sagBattery voltage sag: Sudden voltage drop under throttle — early low battery warning. Step-by-step diagnostics (Battery & power) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe …
- Swollen LiPo batterySwollen LiPo battery: Swollen LiPo cell — stop using immediately. Step-by-step diagnostics (Battery & power) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Battery not recognizedBattery not recognized: Drone or charger does not recognize battery. Step-by-step diagnostics (Battery & power) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Short flight timeShort flight time: Battery drains much faster than specification. Step-by-step diagnostics (Battery & power) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- ESC / motor errorESC / motor error: Motors won't spin or stutter. ESC diagnostics, motor test and safe repair. Step-by-step diagnostics (Motors & ESC) for DJI, FPV and EASA…
- Motor desync in flightMotor desync in flight: Aircraft tumbles or drops — one or more motors lose sync. Step-by-step diagnostics (Motors & ESC) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Vibration and jelloVibration and jello: Jello in video or gimbal shake. Step-by-step diagnostics (Motors & ESC) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Propeller problemsPropeller problems: Props crack, noise or wrong mounting. Step-by-step diagnostics (Motors & ESC) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Gimbal motor errorGimbal motor error: DJI or consumer gimbal won't calibrate or shows motor overload. Step-by-step diagnostics (Camera & gimbal) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe r…
- Gimbal jitterGimbal jitter: Micro-shake in video while hovering or slow flight. Step-by-step diagnostics (Camera & gimbal) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- SD card errorSD card error: Cannot write or read SD card. Step-by-step diagnostics (Camera & gimbal) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Won't record videoWon't record video: Photo works but video won't record or files corrupt. Step-by-step diagnostics (Camera & gimbal) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Firmware update failedFirmware update failed: Firmware update stuck or aircraft not recognised. Safe recovery for DJI and FPV. Step-by-step diagnostics (Firmware & sensors) for …
- Vision sensor errorVision sensor error: Obstacle avoidance fails or stops incorrectly. Step-by-step diagnostics (Firmware & sensors) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Unexpected ATTI modeUnexpected ATTI mode: Aircraft switches to ATTI without GPS — drifts in wind. Step-by-step diagnostics (Firmware & sensors) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Drone won't take offDrone won't take off: Motors spin but aircraft won't lift or flips. Step-by-step diagnostics (Flight & limits) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Max altitude / distance limitMax altitude / distance limit: Aircraft stops at limit — not geo-zone. Step-by-step diagnostics (Flight & limits) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.
- Geo-zone / flight restrictedGeo-zone / flight restricted: App prevents take-off — NFZ or authorization zone. Step-by-step diagnostics (Flight & limits) for DJI, FPV and EASA-safe repair.