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Drones are some of the most fun gadgets you can buy, but they’re a bit harder to use than the average smartphone or hoverboard. Today, we’re going to provide 10 tips on flying like a pro, whether you’re a fresh-faced beginner or you’re just looking to raise your game.<\/p>\n
OK, you’ve got your drone and you’re eager to fly. But before you hit the sticks, there are some things you’ve got to check first, whether you’re flying for the first time or the 50th time. Go through a pre-flight checklist, just like a real pilot: are the batteries charged and properly inserted? Are all parts in place and in good condition? Are propellors and screws secure? If you’re filming, is the Micro SD card<\/a> inserted? Going through these checks \u2013 and others \u2013 helps to ensure that you won’t be surprised by a sudden failure while flying.<\/p>\n Mastering the controls is the key to early success with drone piloting. Start with the basics \u2013 your left stick is throttle (up\/down) and yaw (left\/right). Your right stick is pitch (up\/down) and roll (left\/right). Learn what each type of movement means, and what it looks like. Start by focus on just one \u2013 throttle \u2013 and gradually mix in new elements one at a time. Don’t try to take on too much at once. You may find it helpful to find a good guide<\/a>, then print it out or keep it up on your tablet to refer to in the field.<\/p>\n Getting good with a drone requires practice, just like any other skill. Go to a large area free of obstacles \u2013 more on this later \u2013 and just practice the basics. Learn what each button and function of your drone does, practice using them together and in combination. Continue practicing by yourself for weeks, until you feel comfortable with the controls and confident that you can handle your drone in more challenging conditions.<\/p>\n2. Learn the controls<\/h3>\n
3. Practice, practice, practice<\/h3>\n