New Pilot please critique my checklist.

[Cheech Wizard]

I should be getting my Mavic 2 Pro tomorrow. I modified another members list but if I need to add anything please let me know.

Before leaving for location:
Obtain any waivers or authorizations if needed for flight location
Check weather conditions of flight location
Check NOTAMS for flight location
Check battery levels (Mavic, controller) Check each cell voltage in app
Confirm MicroSD is in Mavic and formatted
Preload maps
Check for any firmware updates

At location:
Check weather/wind speed
Unfold Mavic arms
Check propeller blades condition (Replace if nicked, cracked or deemed unsafe)
Remove Gimbal cover
Attach ND Filter If needed
Place Mavic on Launch site (Level ground, clear of any overhead obstacles)
Connect phone to controller
Open DJI app
Power on controller
Power on Mavic
Set phone to do not disturb & airplane mode
Make sure compass is calibrated (not needed every time)
Look for “Ready to Go” message on controller
Confirm GPS & Compass are connected
Confirm return to home is set and RTH altitude
Make sure Flight mode switch is not set to sport
Clear area for takeoff
Power on motors
Take off and hover for 30 seconds. Check gimbal and camera setting.

My advice would be to use beginner mode for a week or 2 also. Get a feel for the drone.

 

[katarian]

First drone?

Yes sir. Got it today. Currently updating the Firmware

 

[Cheech Wizard]

Yes sir. Got it today. Currently updating the Firmware

My only advice right now is to fly in "Beginner Mode" for a couple of weeks, get a feeling for the craft.

 

[katarian]

My only advice right now is to fly in "Beginner Mode" for a couple of weeks, get a feeling for the craft.

Thank you for the advice
I did my first flight. It was an amazing experience. I was so occupied with looking at the drone that I even forgot to look at the phone screen.

 

[jacquespa]

Get one of those "Remove Before Flight" ribbons and attach it to the gimbal cover by drilling a small hole and use maybe a fishing swivel and clips to attach.

I just use a simple Velcro strap to remind me. Haven't forgotten the gimbal lock since I started using it

 

[Drgnfli]

Get one of those "Remove Before Flight" ribbons and attach it to the gimbal cover by drilling a small hole and use maybe a fishing swivel and clips to attach.

"'Remove Before Flight ribbons'... Drill a hole...fishing swivel & clips to attach..." I just use a piece of tape to stick a thin piece of material to my cover. Hasn't failed me yet...

 

[Cheech Wizard]

"'Remove Before Flight ribbons'... Drill a hole...fishing swivel & clips to attach..." I just use a piece of tape to stick a thin piece of material to my cover. Hasn't failed me yet...

I always go overboard with accessories....HA.

 

[Drgnfli]

I always go overboard with accessories....HA.

I understand 100%... ?