SKYDIO X2D SYSTEM KNOWLEDGE
What should be done with the navigation cameras prior to every flight?
Clean lenses making sure they're free of dust and smudges
How is the AV paired to the controller?
Connect AV to the controller via the USB-C cable
What is height behavior?
How the AV interprets return height
On a provisioned aircraft how do you unencrypt the AV for a flight?
1) Info tab 2) Disable Encryption
When landing, at about what height does the AV pause and turn off the obstacle avoidance?
10 ft (3m)
To be able to recognize a target and begin tracking the AV needs to be within _____ for people and _____ for vehicles.
100 ft (30m) for people 140 ft (40m) for vehicles
What is the maximum altitude the AV can operate?
12,000 ft MSL
What is the weight of the Skydio AV with battery inserted?
1325 grams (about 3 lbs)
After how many days will the AV batteries begin to discharge to 60%?
14 days
What is the radio frequency range for the Skydio AV?
1813-1867 MHz
What are the maximum wind limitations of the Skydio?
20 Knots (23 mph)
What is the maximum cruise speed of the Skydio?
25 mph max
What is the max number of waypoints that can be put on the map?
256
What is the endurance of the Skydio?
33 minutes
Using standard obstacle avoidance, what distance will the AV attempt to maintain from obstacles?
34 inches
How fast can the AV move while track in place is selected?
4 mph
How long does it take to fully charge a battery?
45 min per 1 battery
What is the normal endurance of the controller?
5 Hours
A red light on the controller power LEDS means________?
5% or Less
What is the temperature range for the batteries?
50-95 Degrees Fahrenheit
What is the resolution of the video seen on the controller?
720p 30fps
4 LEDS on the battery is what percentage of batter?
88-100%
Using minimal obstacle avoidance, what distance will the AV attempt to maintain from obstacles?
About 4 inches
Which height behavior is when the AV raises so the current height on the screen is equal to that of the return height?
Absolute
What does the Yellow color on the battery indicator show?
Amount to travel from current location to launch location. (Distance from launch location)
What indicates the motor arms have been seated in the right postion?
An audible "Click" can be heard
When selecting the return button, the system asks you to do what?
Asks to select return location (Controller or Launch Point)
On a ground launch, how far should the operator be away from the AV?
At least 10 ft
What does the Red color on the battery indicator show?
Battery required to bring from current height to launch height
What button switches between standard and close OA?
C1 Button
What does the right controller wheel do?
Digitally zooms video feed in and out *Camera 16x/ IR 8x*
T/F? The AV can take photos and videos at the same time
False
What does the Green color on the battery indicator show?
Flight Time
In mode 3, what does the left joystick control?
Forward/ Back/ Left/ Right
On the controller, where is "Import Maps" located?
Info Tab
To review encrypted media, what must be done first?
Install key in AV
The size of the orbit can be adjusted by what? ________ OR ________
Joystick (OR) Pausing and adjusting ring slider
How do you switch between the EO and IR cameras when in map view?
L2 Button
The range on the telemetry overlays is from what 2 points?
Launch point & the AV
What software can be used to export maps to use with the Skydio?
Mobile Atlas Creator
Once the AV is provisioned with the encryption key can it be undone?
No
Should the AV be flown if a propeller has been chipped?
No
What does the left controller wheel do?
Pitches camera 90 degrees up and 90 degrees down
After building a waypoint mission, how do you get the AV to start flying it?
Press the PLAY button
When can you view media?
Prior or Post Flight
You can start recording or take a photo by tapping the recording indicator on screen or by pressing which button?
R1 Button
Which height behavior is when the AV adds the return height to the current height?
Relative
After the motor arm has hit the hard stop, what is the next step to keep it properly seated?
Secure the arm clamps in the lock position
When in manual mode, the L1 button is for what?
Temporary Boost (25 mph)
How is it determined which propellers go on what hub?
The dot patterns on both the propeller and hub
How many aircraft come in a system?
Two
Where does the operator need to look to see if the AV has been provisioned?
Under the "Info" tab
What is the line of sight of the Skydio?
Up to 10 km line of sight
How far can the strobe lights be seen?
Up to 3 miles away
