During this lesson, we will learn about what drones are and will take a look at the Tello drones you currently have. Next, we will learn how to be safe with drones. They are a lot of fun, but they can be unsafe if we aren’t careful.
What is a Drone?
A drone is an unmanned aircraft that is more formally known as unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Unmanned means that there is not someone inside the drone when it is flying. A drone is a flying robot that can be controlled by a remote on the ground or by programming.
Parts of the Drone
Drone Safety
Do not let your drone battery overheat. Stop and remove the battery if it becomes too hot.
Do not charge your drone overnight, they only need to charge for a few hours.
Do not touch the drone’s propellers or motors while they are moving.
Only fly the Tello EDU in areas that are clear of people and obstacles.
Avoid flying the drone over or near people, buildings, vehicles, power lines, and other structures.
Only fly your drone in good weather conditions — never fly it when it’s windy, raining, snowing, or foggy.
Ideally, you should fly the Tello drone indoors or in completely windless conditions if you are outside.
Don’t fly your drone unless your instructor says it is okay.