The Skydio Safety and Operating Guide (“Guide”) provides corresponding Safety Guidelines for safely operating each of our drones.

Please read all of the Safety Guidelines for your specific drone before your first flight. Failure to follow these Safety Guidelines could result in serious bodily injury to yourself or others and/or total loss of your Skydio product. Failure to follow these Safety Guidelines may also lead to damaged property, and will void any applicable warranty coverage under the Skydio Limited Warranty. Please read the complete details of the Skydio Limited Warranty which is located at www.skydio.com/legal/limited-warranty.

[warning]Please note that the content in this Guide is not a substitute for your judgment and common sense when flying your Skydio drone. You are solely responsible for ensuring your Skydio flights are managed safely and in accordance with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations to avoid serious injury and/or damage. Failure to follow the recommendations in this Guide may lead to serious injury or damage and will void any applicable warranty coverage under the Skydio Limited Warranty. [/warning] 

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Battery

• Handle the drone battery with care and refer to the Skydio R10 Operating Manual for additional information.
• Only Skydio-approved batteries are compatible with the R10 system. Do not use third-party batteries. 
• Carefully dispose of R10 batteries according to local environmental laws and guidelines for lithium polymer battery disposal. 

Charging

DANGER: Electrical Safety Hazard

• Do not use the R10 Dual Charger near wet locations. To avoid the risk of electric shock, use only in dry locations. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. 
• Do not locate this charger where the cord could be abused or damaged. 
• Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.

Skydio R10 and Skydio Controller

WARNINGS

• Keep your fingers away from moving propellers at all times.
• Reflective surfaces greater than 10 in (25 cm) wide (e.g., still water, mirrored windows) and textured surfaces (e.g., white walls) pose risk of interference with flight system visual navigation and increase the likelihood of entering Attitude Mode. Thin obstacles (thin branches, chain link fencing, wires, etc.) may also be difficult for the drone to detect. Pilots should exercise caution when flying the drone near reflective surfaces and near small or thin obstacles.
• Obstacle avoidance only applies to stationary objects. The drone should not be piloted in proximity to moving objects, including but not limited to other aerial vehicles, cars, and/or animals. The Pilot must yield to all crewed aircraft and perform a Safe State Maneuver if they encounter air traffic or moving obstacles that conflict with their flight path.
• Before flying over water, ensure your drone has a strong GPS signal. Launch and land over a dry surface.
• The Skydio Controller is IP54 rated.
• Clean all of the cameras before each flight so Skydio R10 can see clearly.
• Check your propeller blades for damage before each flight. Replace propellers if signs of damage or wear are present.  
• Do not fly with any batteries with enclosures that are cracked, swollen, gouged, dented, or otherwise substantially physically deformed.
• Follow all civil aviation authority regulations, as well as all local, state, and federal laws.
• After prolonged use of NightSense, the LED pod may be hot to the touch and could present a serious burn risk. After landing, wait for the LED pod  to cool down before handling
• After prolonged use of the LED pod during flight or while using Perch Mode, it may be hot to the touch and could present a serious burn risk. Do not touch the black heatsink next to the lenses. After landing, wait for your system to cool down before handling.
• Do not stare directly into NightSense at any distance range for any period of time as it may cause serious eye injuries.
• The use of the Speaker and Microphone on Skydio R10 for two-way communication and broadcast audio is subject to various international, federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding privacy and consent. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations when using this product to broadcast audio.
• Failure to comply with these laws and regulations may result in civil or criminal penalties, including fines or imprisonment. Skydio is not responsible for any misuse of this product or any legal consequences resulting from the improper use of the audio recording and broadcasting functions.
• You must maintain a distance of at least 10 ft. between the R10 drone and emitters (including cell towers) to reduce the risk of electromagnetic interference (EMI). EMI may lead to camera failures, potentially impacting situational awareness of the remote pilot during operation. Disruptions to both controlled and autonomous flight may lead to a total loss of the vehicle and pose a risk of serious bodily injury.

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General Safety Information

DANGER

Risk of electric shock or severe burn.

• Do not handle or access any electrical components within the Dock for X10. All servicing and repairs must be performed only by Skydio-authorized technicians. Before performing any maintenance or inspections, always power off and lock-out all electrical equipment.

Risk of serious bodily injury or death.

• Keep all limbs and body parts away from the Skydio X10 drone while it is in motion or in flight. Contact with moving propellers can cause severe injury or death.

Risk of serious injury or death from moving parts.

• The Skydio Dock for X10 contains motorized components that can close or move unexpectedly, creating hazardous pinch points. Keep clear of all moving mechanisms and obey all labels and warnings on the Dock.

Risk of serious bodily injury or death.

• Do not handle the flight system while safety lighting or audible alerts are active. Active alerts indicate that the drone or Dock components may move unexpectedly and cause severe injury.

Risk of serious bodily injury or death during Emergency Landing.

• If the drone enters Attitude Mode, it will automatically descend and perform an Emergency Landing without pilot control. Emergency Landings cannot be canceled. Use extreme caution when operating with a single navigation source to reduce the risk of collision and serious injury. For more information, see the Skydio Dock for X10 Operator Manual. 

WARNING

Risk of serious injury or loss of flight safety.

• Follow all General Care recommendations for the flight system as outlined in the Dock for X10 Maintenance Manual. Do not modify, repair, or service any components unless authorized by Skydio. All maintenance and repairs must be performed only by Skydio-authorized technicians or field teams, unless otherwise approved in writing. Unauthorized work may compromise flight safety, cause serious injury, and void the Skydio Limited Warranty or other applicable terms and conditions.

Risk of serious injury from rotating propellers.

• Propeller blades are sharp and can cause severe injuries. Keep fingers, hands, and all body parts away from moving propellers at all times. Handle propellers with extreme caution and care.

Risk of serious injury or system damage.

• Flight system use carries inherent risk; any operational use external to the guidelines described in this manual may incur undue operational risk, serious injury, or damage to the flight system, and violate the terms of Skydio’s Limited Warranty, Skydio Care, or other terms and conditions.

Risk of collision or serious injury due to unintended flight commands.

• Before flight, disable Sticky Keys on the computer keyboard. Sticky Keys can interfere with the pilot’s ability to operate the drone safely and may cause unintentional flight commands, potentially resulting in a collision or serious injury. Refer to the computer’s operating system manual for instructions on disabling Sticky Keys. Before each flight, ensure Sticky Keys are turned off if the setting cannot be disabled permanently.

Risk of collision or serious injury from uncommanded drone movement.

• If the gamepad controller has loose or uncentered joysticks, fails to recenter properly, or exhibits stick drift, it may cause unintended drone movement during flight. While the drone is grounded, follow the controller manufacturer’s instructions to calibrate the joysticks if supported. To verify proper operation, hover the drone over the Dock or another safe area without applying input. If the drone drifts consistently without input, land immediately and recalibrate or replace the controller before resuming flight.

Risk of mid-air collision and serious injury.

• Overriding an automatically paused flight due to drone-to-drone deconfliction carries a significant risk of mid-air collision. Skydio strongly recommends that pilots avoid overriding deconfliction events when performing operations over people. For more information, see the Skydio Dock for X10 Operator Manual for Drone-to-drone Deconfliction (Beta) information.

Risk of serious injury, property damage, or loss of aircraft.

• The Remote Pilot may choose to cancel an automated landing or delay the return when the Return Battery capacity has been reached at their own risk. The Remote Pilot is solely responsible for the potential loss of the drone and/or any serious bodily harm and property damage that may result. See the Skydio Dock for X10 Operator Manual for Low Battery Behavior information.

CAUTION

Risk of propeller failure and loss of flight control.

• Exceeding the recommended propeller flight hours increases the likelihood of component failure. Users must proactively track usage, inspect propellers regularly, and replace them as recommended to maintain safe and reliable flight operations.

Risk of burns from hot surfaces.

• The chassis of Skydio X10, the Dock for X10, and External Radio may become hot to the touch when powered on for long periods of time, when in high-temperature environments, or when exposed to direct sunlight. The components of the flight system should be handled with extreme caution and care under these conditions.

Risk of eye discomfort or injury from bright light exposure.

• When the flashlight on the VT-300L is in use, pilots should avoid staring directly into the light at any range or for any extended period of time.

Risk of reduced flight safety or equipment failure.

• The Remote Pilot and their organization/agency are responsible for proactively tracking, examining, and replacing Skydio X10 drone propellers and batteries, as well as monitoring system faults to maintain optimal flight safety and reliability based on flight system maintenance guidelines. 

Risk of overheating or equipment damage.

• To ensure proper cooling and operation, air outlets or air intakes (aka vents) on the Skydio X10 or Skydio Dock for X10 must remain unobstructed.

Risk of flight instability or equipment damage.

• The drone navigation cameras, propellers, attachments, and Sensor Package must remain unobstructed and unoccluded.

Risk of permanent sensor damage.

• The thermal camera (Sensor Package) should not be pointed directly at the sun, or other high intensity energy sources for extended periods. Prolonged exposure may cause burn-in on the thermal sensor or irreversible damage to the thermal camera.

Risk of equipment malfunction or damage.

• Third party equipment/accessories are not supported with the Dock for X10 Flight System. To help ensure safe and reliable operation, use only Skydio-approved components.

Risk of equipment damage.

• The rear USB-C port should always be used when charging the drone outside of the Dock. Connecting the power adapter to the accessory ports may damage the drone.
• When manually opening or closing the roof of the Dock, do not grab the roof by the anemometer or rain sensor. Doing so may cause damage to the Dock.

Aviation Safety and Regulatory Compliance

DANGER

Risk of mid-air collision causing serious injury or death.

• Remote Pilots must never fly near or interfere with crewed aircraft operations.

WARNING

Risk of serious injury from loss of flight control.

• When running Scheduled Missions, the RPIC must directly monitor all phases of the flight via Remote Flight Deck. Loss of control of the sUAS may lead to serious bodily harm of individuals in the operating environment.

Risk of serious injury or loss of aircraft control.

• The Remote Pilot must not leave the Remote Piloting Station unattended during any active flights. Pilots must not exit Remote Flight Deck while actively flying the drone. The RPIC must directly monitor all phases of the flight via Remote Flight Deck. Never unplug or disconnect the Dock, External Radio, or any other system components during flight.

Risk of serious injury or loss of flight control.

• Remote Pilots must not use generative AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT) to launch or operate Skydio drones. Skydio drones must be launched and operated under direct human supervision and control at all times. Using third-party AI tools to initiate launch sequences or conduct remote flights—whether via simulator or in live operations—is strictly prohibited. These workflows may violate FAA regulations (including Part 107.12 and 107.19), pose a significant safety risk, as well as void warranty coverage or other terms and conditions in the event of damage or loss. A qualified Remote Pilot should always be actively managing flight operations.

Risk of serious injury or property damage.

• Remote Pilots must not operate directly over people or moving vehicles without complying with all applicable regulations and obtaining the required Certificates of Waiver or Authorization (COA).

Risk of mid-air collision causing serious injury or death.

• In rare cases, non-cooperative crewed aircraft may not be transmitting ADS-B. These aircraft will not show up on the map. to avoid potential airspace conflicts, Remote Pilots should maintain situational awareness at all times.

Risk of serious injury during flight over people.

• The Remote Pilot must fly with the Parachute attached and armed when operating over people.

Environment

WARNING

Risk of serious injury or aircraft loss.

• Flight in icing conditions is not supported and may result in the loss of the drone.

Risk of loss of control or aircraft damage.

• Failure to acquire strong GPS prior to flight over water may result in erratic flight and/or emergency landing and total loss of the drone.

Risk of serious injury or aircraft loss.

• Skydio does not recommend flying the X10 in gusts at or above 28 mph (45 km/h) or in temperatures less than -4°F (-20°C) or more than 113°F (45°C). This can result in serious injury and/or damage including total loss of the drone.

Risk of damage or serious injury in high winds

• To avoid potential damage to the drone, Dock for X10, or other parts of the flight system, the Dock should not be opened in winds greater than 40 mph.

CAUTION

Risk of equipment damage or flight instability.

• Skydio X10 is IP55 rated, providing protection from limited dust ingress and light to moderate precipitation conditions. It is recommended to not fly in heavy dust conditions or heavy precipitation.

Risk of equipment damage from dust or moisture.

• Skydio X10 Dock is IPX6 for water ingression when it is closed and IPX5 for water ingression when it is open. We do not recommend opening the Dock in heavy dust conditions or heavy precipitation.

Risk of flight instability or collision.

• The Remote Pilot should ensure the flight environment has good initial visibility and will have good visibility throughout the duration of the flight.

Risk of flight instability or loss of control.

• Remote Pilots should fly cautiously over bodies of water as low relative-altitude flight may degrade or impair autonomous flight performance. Before flying over bodies of water, pilots should ensure the drone has a strong GPS signal. Fly at least 10 ft (3 m) above the surface of the water.

Risk of collision or loss of situational awareness.

• Skydio X10 requires good visibility to retain its obstacle avoidance capabilities. Obstacle avoidance is off during Low Light mode (without NightSense enabled) and can also be impaired when in low light and poor visibility. Flight under these conditions should be conducted with extreme caution and care.

Risk of reduced battery performance or equipment damage.

• Leaving the Skydio Dock for X10 open for over two minutes consecutively in very cold or very hot temperatures is not recommended and may result in reduced battery performance and could also lead to icing the Dock in very cold temperatures.

Flying Safely

WARNING

Risk of collision or serious injury.

• Skydio X10 should never be launched or landed near moving equipment. Skydio does not avoid moving vehicles. Fly with extreme caution and care around moving obstacles including but not limited to other aerial vehicles, cars, and/or animals.

Risk of serious injury or loss of aircraft control.

• To reduce the risk of electromagnetic interference (EM*), Remote Pilots must maintain a distance of at least 10 ft (3.0 m) between the X10 drone and emitters (including cell towers). EMI may lead to camera failures, potentially impacting situational awareness of the remote pilot during operation. Disruptions to both controlled and autonomous flight may lead to a total loss of the vehicle and pose a risk of serious bodily injury.

Risk of serious injury or equipment damage.

• Users should not attempt to hand catch Skydio X10 before obstacle avoidance is disabled automatically during landing. Attempting to hand catch Skydio X10 while obstacle avoidance is still active may result in serious injury and/or damage.

CAUTION

Risk of collision or equipment damage.

• Skydio X10 can not see certain visually challenging obstacles. Remote Pilots should not fly around thin branches, telephone or power lines, ropes, netting, wires, chain link fencing, or other objects less than 0.5 inch (1.3 centimeters) in diameter. This type of crash is not covered under the Skydio Limited Warranty or other terms and conditions.

Risk of collision or flight instability.

• Skydio obstacle avoidance may be degraded around transparent or reflective surfaces, windows, mirrors, or still water greater than 23 in (58 cm) wide. Remote Pilots should fly with caution and reduce speed when operating near these obstacles.

Risk of flight instability or loss of control.

• Remote Pilots must exercise extreme caution and care when the sun is low on the horizon as it can temporarily blind the Skydio X10 navigation cameras depending on the angle of flight. The drone may exhibit irregular flight behavior when flying directly toward the sun.

Risk of loss of aircraft or hard landing.

• Flying at high altitudes may significantly increase the time required to return and safely land the Skydio X10. Though Remote Flight Deck will show battery-remaining indicators in the telemetry and will initiate automatic low-battery returns, it is ultimately the pilot’s responsibility for managing altitude, range, and battery level at all times.

Risk of collision, injury, or equipment damage.

• If landing in place, Remote Pilots should fly to a clear area where the ground is open and flat. Areas with people, animals, and moving objects should be avoided as well as areas with lots of fine pebbles, sand, rocks, or similar materials.

Risk of minor injury or equipment damage.

• Users should not attempt to hand catch Skydio X10 while it is landing in the Dock.

Risk of collision or equipment damage during landing.

• If Landing in Place (outside the Dock), always monitor Skydio X10 during landing. Be prepared to use the “nudge” feature or cancel the landing if Skydio X10 is landing in an undesirable location. Use extreme caution and care when landing on elevated platforms, such as the roof of a car or truck, as the Skydio X10 may move laterally to avoid the platform before descending to the 10 ft (3 m) threshold.

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WARNINGS

• You must maintain a distance of at least 10 ft (3 m) between the X10 drone and emitters (including cell towers) to reduce the risk of electromagnetic interference (EMI). EMI may lead to camera failures, potentially impacting situational awareness of the remote pilot during operation. Disruptions to both controlled and autonomous flight may lead to a total loss of the vehicle and pose a risk of serious bodily injury.
• Do not operate directly over people and vehicles without following all required regulations and garnering any required Certificates of Waiver or Authorization (COA).
• Fly with extreme caution and care around moving obstacles including but not limited to other aerial vehicles, cars and/or animals.
• Skydio obstacle avoidance may be degraded around transparent or reflective surfaces, windows, mirrors, or still water greater than 23 in (58 cm) wide. Fly with caution.
• The pilot in command (PIC) is solely responsible for: a) managing altitude, range and battery level and b) following all civil aviation authority regulations, as well as all local, state and federal laws.
• Adhere to all in-app alerts, warnings and recommendations such as landing in clear and safe areas.
• Propeller blades are sharp—handle with extreme caution and care especially when the propeller blades are spinning as serious injury and/or damage may occur.
• Obstacle avoidance is disabled during launching and landing. Exercise extreme caution and care to avoid injury and/or damage.
• Ensure your landing area is flat, stable and clear of obstacles.
• Skydio should not be used or handled by a person under the age of 16 years.
• Never fly near or interfere with crewed aircraft operations.
• Never fly under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

PREFLIGHT

• Skydio X10 navigates visually using cameras so it is essential to keep all of the cameras clean. Use the included microfiber cleaning cloth (or a similar type of microfiber cloth) to ensure camera lenses are free of dust and dirt before every flight.
• Ensure all propellers are firmly attached and free of nicks, cracks, or other visible damage. Never fly with damaged propellers.
• Keep your fingers away from spinning propellers at all times.
• Ensure all 4 arms are fully deployed prior to initiating flight. Failure to do so may result in unstable flight and/or a loss of control.
• Skydio X10 uses magnets to retain the battery which may attract metallic debris that could interfere with the connection of the battery to the drone.
  • Prior to installing the battery, inspect the battery connection pins and the battery bay to ensure that they are undamaged and free of debris.
  • Verify the battery is fully seated in the drone prior to launching.
• Do not fly with any batteries with enclosures that are cracked, swollen, gouged, dented, or otherwise substantially physically deformed.
• Safely handle and dispose of any batteries in accordance with all local laws and regulations.
• Batteries should not be stored in extreme environmental conditions.
• Ensure the Skydio X10 Controller has adequate battery life remaining to complete your intended flight.
• Ensure you have set your Return and Lost Connection behaviors before flying.
• Remove the sensor package lock before flying.
• Inspect the chassis and entire drone for damage and debris prior to flight.

ENVIRONMENT

• Skydio X10 is IP55 rated providing protection from limited dust ingress and light to moderate precipitation conditions; it is recommended to not fly in heavy dust conditions or heavy precipitation.
• The Skydio X10 Controller is IP54 rated providing protection from limited dust ingress and light precipitation conditions; it is recommended to not be used in heavy dust conditions or moderate to heavy precipitation.
• Flight in icy conditions is not supported and may result in the loss of your drone.
• Ensure the flight environment has good initial visibility and will have good visibility throughout the duration of the flight.
• Do not hand launch or hand land during windy days, when GPS Only flight is enabled, when flying at night, or extreme environmental conditions as serious injury and/or damage may occur.
• Fly cautiously over bodies of water as low relative-altitude flight may degrade or impair autonomous flight performance. Before flying over bodies of water, ensure your drone has a strong GPS signal. Fly at least 10 ft (3 m) above the surface of the water.
  • Failure to acquire strong GPS prior to flight over water may result in erratic flight and/or emergency landing and total loss of the drone.
• Launch and land over dry surfaces. Use extreme caution and care when launching or landing from moving vessels.
• Skydio X10 requires good visibility to retain its obstacle avoidance capabilities. Obstacle avoidance is off during GPS Flight mode and can also be impaired when in low light and poor visibility. Fly with extreme caution and care under these conditions.
• Skydio does not recommend flying the X10 under the following conditions which can result in serious injury and/or damage including total loss of the drone:
  • Gusts at or above 28 mph (45 km/h)
  • Temperatures less than -4°F (-20°C) or more than 113°F (45°C)
• The Skydio X10 battery features self-warming technology. When flying in temperatures below 32°F (0°C), prewarm batteries before launching. Battery endurance may be degraded when operating near temperature limits below -4°F (-20°C) and above 113°F (45°C).

FLYING SAFELY 

• Your Skydio drone only avoids obstacles that are not in motion.
  • Cars, boats, people, animals, drones, crewed aircraft, or other moving objects may not be avoided.
• In the event that your X10 collides with an object, it will attempt to stabilize and continue flying.
• Keep your fingers away from the propellers anytime they are spinning such as during launch, flight and landing.
• Skydio X10 can’t see certain visually challenging obstacles. Do not fly around thin branches, telephone or power lines, ropes, netting, wires, chain link fencing, or other objects less than 0.5 inch (1.3 centimeters) in diameter. This type of crash is not covered under the Skydio Limited Warranty.
• Do not intentionally try to crash Skydio X10.
• The chassis of Skydio X10 may become hot to the touch in high-temperature environments or direct sunlight, even when powered off. The metal frame may also become hot if powered on while on the ground for long periods of time. Handle with extreme caution and care.
• Do not fly over bodies of water if Skydio X10 indicates a GPS quality warning.
• Exercise extreme caution and care when the sun is low on the horizon as it can temporarily blind the Skydio X10 cameras depending on the angle of flight. Your drone may be cautious or jerky when flying directly toward the sun.
• Skydio X10 may provide an indication, such as displaying an alert to land, if it encounters an issue or determines the environment is not safe for flying. Fly to the nearest safe area and land immediately.
• Flying at high altitudes may significantly increase the time required to return and safely land the Skydio X10. The pilot is solely responsible for managing altitude, range and battery level at all times.
• Be sure to read/watch all flight tutorials and safety-related materials and pay close attention to any in-app messages.
• Keep your hands on the controller joysticks to maintain control throughout flight.
• In preparation for landing, stop active autonomous Flight Skills and fly to a clear and stable area. Avoid areas with people, animals and moving objects. Try to avoid areas with lots of fine pebbles, sand, rocks, or similar materials.
  • The lights on X10 will turn yellow as the drone descends below 10 ft (3 m) indicating that obstacle avoidance is disabled.
  • WARNING: Do not attempt to hand catch Skydio X10 before obstacle avoidance is disabled automatically during landing. Attempting to hand catch Skydio X10 while obstacle avoidance is still active will cause it to attempt to avoid your hand and may result in Skydio X10 impacting yourself or another nearby object, resulting in serious injury and/or damage.
  • While Skydio X10 is landing you may nudge the drone forward, backward, left, or right using the Skydio X10 Controller joysticks.
  • Always monitor Skydio X10 during landing and be prepared to use the “nudge” feature or cancel the landing if Skydio X10 is landing in an undesirable location. Use extreme caution and care when landing on elevated platforms, such as the roof of a car or truck, as the Skydio X10 may move laterally to avoid the platform before descending to the 10 ft (3 m) threshold.

REGULATIONS

• You are solely responsible for your Skydio X10 at all times.
• Always follow FAA and country-specific civil aviation authority regulations, as well as local, state and federal laws and regulations when operating your Skydio X10.
• Download the FAA Drone Safety Guide (if located in the United States).
• Check resources including but not limited to knowbeforeyoufly.org or apps like B4UFLY for more information.
• Do not fly in an environment where the use of drones is restricted or not authorized.
• Maintain visual line of sight at all times, unless you have received express permission to fly beyond visual line of sight from a civil aviation authority such as the FAA.
• Skydio drones sold in the United States are Remote ID-compliant.

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Best Practices

PREFLIGHT

• Ensure that all of the camera lenses are dust and smudge-free prior to flight
• Inspect the battery magnets and connections for damage and debris prior to flight
• Inspect propeller blades for nicks, cracks, or other visible damage prior to flight
• Inspect the chassis for damage and debris prior to flight
• Remove the gimbal retaining clip from the front-facing camera.
• Ensure any Battery Saver or Low Power modes are disabled on your mobile device. These modes may interfere with the ability of Skydio 2/2+ to communicate with the device and negatively impact your flight experience.

ENVIRONMENT

• Do not fly in precipitation, fog, or snow.
• Ensure flight environment has good visibility. Skydio 2/2+ can only fly in normal daytime conditions.
• Do not fly over bodies of water greater than 30 ft (9 m).
• When the sun is low on the horizon, it can temporarily blind Skydio 2/2+ cameras depending on the angle of flight. Your drone may be cautious or jerky when flying directly toward the sun.
• Do not fly in extremely hot temperatures above 104°F (40°C).
• Do not fly in extremely cold temperatures below 23°F (-5°C).
• When flying in temperatures below 32°F (0°C) ensure your batteries are pre-warmed to 50°F (10°C) prior to takeoff.
• Avoid windy weather conditions, or gusts above 25 mph (40 km/h).
• Before flying over water, ensure your drone has a GPS lock. Launch and land your drone over a dry surface.
• Fly cautiously around reflective surfaces such as still water or mirrors.
• Do not fly around objects less than 0.5 in (1.27 cm) in diameter such as thin branches, utility lines, ropes, and netting.
• Do not fly around objects in motion such as cars, boats, balls, animals, or other drones.
• Please read this article for more guidelines on where to fly your Skydio drone.

WARNINGS

• Do not operate directly over people and moving vehicles.
• Fly cautiously around moving obstacles, cars, and animals.
• Fly cautiously around people and moving vehicles and do not operate directly over them.
• Avoid transparent or reflective surfaces, windows, mirrors, or still water greater than 23 in (58 cm) wide.
• The pilot in command (PIC) is responsible for managing altitude, range, and battery level and monitoring in-app messages and alerts.
• Avoid flight in low-light conditions.
• Alert messages will display if Skydio determines the environment is not safe for flight.
• When instructed to do so, immediately fly your Skydio to the safest area and land.
• Flying at high altitudes may significantly increase the time required to return and safely land.
• Propeller blades are sharp—handle with care.
• Skydio should not be used or handled by a person under the age of 18 years.

REGULATIONS

• Download the FAA drone Safety Guide (if located in the United States)
• Follow all civil aviation, such as the FAA or your country's regulatory agency, rules and regulations
• You are responsible for your Skydio at all times. When operating your Skydio drone check knowbeforeyoufly.org / B4UFLY / CASA-verified before flying.
• Do not fly in an environment where the use of the device is not authorized or restricted.
• Keep your Skydio drone within visual line of sight at all times, unless you have received express permission to fly beyond visual line of sight from a civil aviation authority such as the FAA.

Safety-Related Articles

For more detailed information, please read all of the following:

• Where can I fly my Skydio 2?
• What if my Skydio drone crashes?
• How high can Skydio 2 fly?
• Hand Launching and Hand Landing your Skydio 2
• Flying Your Skydio 2 Near Water
• Flying Skydio 2 when it’s hot outside
• How does Skydio 2 use GPS?
• What happens when Skydio 2 loses communication or signal?
• What do the lights on Skydio 2 indicate?
• Skydio 2 battery guidelines, troubleshooting, and safety

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Best Practices

PREFLIGHT

• Ensure that all of the camera lenses are dust and smudge-free prior to flight
• Inspect the battery magnets and connections for damage and debris prior to flight
• Inspect propeller blades for nicks, cracks, or other visible damage prior to flight
• Inspect the chassis for damage and debris prior to flight
• Ensure all 4 arms are fully deployed against the hard stops and arm clamps are fully seated prior to initiating flight. Failure to do so may result in unstable flight and/or a loss of control. A moderate amount of force is required to fully seat the clamp to the arm - if the arm clamp closes with low effort, damage has occurred within the hinge and the drone should not be flown.

ENVIRONMENT

• Do not fly in precipitation, fog, or snow.
• Ensure flight environment has good visibility.
• Fly with caution in low light, poor visibility, and nighttime conditions - obstacle avoidance is disabled.
• Do not fly over bodies of water greater than 30 ft (9 m).
• Do not fly in extremely hot temperatures above 109°F (43°C).
• Do not fly in extremely cold temperatures below 14°F (-10°C).
• When flying in temperatures below 32°F (0°C) ensure your batteries are pre-warmed to 50°F (10°C) prior to takeoff.
• Avoid windy weather conditions, or gusts above 23 mph (37 km/h).
• Fly cautiously around reflective surfaces such as still water or mirrors.
• Before flying over water, ensure your drone has GPS lock. Launch and land your drone over a dry surface.
• Do not fly around objects less than .5 in (1.27 cm) in diameter such as thin branches, utility lines, ropes, and netting.
• Do not fly around objects in motion such as cars, boats, balls, animals, or other drones.

WARNINGS

• Do not operate directly over people and moving vehicles.
• Fly cautiously around moving obstacles, cars, and animals.
• Avoid transparent or reflective surfaces, windows, mirrors, or still water greater than 23 in (58 cm) wide.
• The pilot in command (PIC) is responsible for managing altitude, range, and battery level and monitoring in-app messages and alerts.
• Alert messages will display if Skydio determines the environment is not safe for flight.
• When instructed to do so, immediately fly your Skydio to the safest area and land.
• Flying at high altitudes may significantly increase the time required to return and safely land.
• Propeller blades are sharp—handle with care.
• Skydio should not be used or handled by a person under the age of 18 years.

REGULATIONS

• Download the FAA drone Safety Guide (if located in the United States)
• Follow all civil aviation, such as the FAA or your country's regulatory agency, rules and regulations
• You are responsible for your Skydio at all times. When operating your Skydio drone check knowbeforeyoufly.org / B4UFLY / CASA-verified before flying.
• Do not fly in an environment where the use of the device is not authorized or restricted.
• Keep your Skydio drone within visual line of sight at all times, unless you have received express permission to fly beyond visual line of sight from a civil aviation authority such as the FAA.

Safety-Related Articles

For more detailed information, please read all of the following:

• How to charge and safely maintain your Skydio X2E batteries
• How to deploy your Skydio X2E
• How to use GPS night flight mode on Skydio X2E
• How to dispose of your Skydio X2 drone and battery
• How to adjust arm clamp tension on your Skydio X2E
• How to replace hard stops on your Skydio X2E
• How to replace propellers on your Skydio X2E

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