Drone exam · Operational procedures

A propeller has a small chip on one tip. The drone powers up normally and shows no warning. What should the pilot do?

Answer

Follow the manufacturer criteria and replace or otherwise resolve the damaged propeller before flight if it is outside acceptable condition. Do not use a successful power up as proof that the propeller is safe.

Explanation

Propeller damage can produce vibration, reduced efficiency, or failure under load. The flight controller cannot guarantee that a mechanically damaged component will remain intact.