Intel FALCON 8+ Flight Manual

NORMAL PROCEDURES
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REV 00
APR 2017
4.5.2 Initial Preflight
Aircraft Condition Inspect
Perform a visual inspection of the aircraft. Inspect for:
Central Unit/ Top Canopy No Cracks, Dents, Tears
Propeller attach fittings Fasteners, Hand-tight
Propeller Surfaces Clean; No Cracks, Dents,
Tears
SD Card / USB Stick Present
Camera / Payload Installed
Camera/Payload Lens Cap Removed
Camera Battery Pack (if required) Charged, Connected
Camera / Payload Power On
Propulsion Intel
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Powerpack™ Battery Charged, Connected
Prior to each mission, charge each Intel
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Powerpack™ Battery to 100%. Replace battery if
remaining charge is inadequate for planned flight time. Secure battery in aircraft in proper
location with Intel label facing upward.
Intel
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Falcon™ 8+ UAS Power Switch Press and Hold
Intel
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Cockpit GCS Antenna Panel Inspect; Fully Extended
Intel
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Cockpit GCS Harness Installed
Intel
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Cockpit GCS Battery Level Charged, Connected
Prior to each mission, charge each Intel
®
Powerpack™ Battery to 100%. Replace battery if
remaining charge is inadequate for planned mission time plus 30 minutes. Secure battery in
proper location with Intel label facing downward.
Intel
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Cockpit GCS Press and Hold
Intel
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Cockpit GCS Touchscreen Tablet On
Landing Gear Inspect
Flight Area Clear
Propeller Area Clear
Communications Link Established
Warning:
Violation of these safety precautions in the Pre-flight Check
List will result in the loss of the limited warranty included in
the Terms and Conditions of Sale for this product!

Intel FALCON 8+ Specifications

General

Type	Octocopter
Easy to use	Yes
Product color	Black, Yellow
Maximum speed	16 m/s
Frequency band	2.4 GHz
Number of rotors	8 rotors
Maximum flight time	26 min
Maximum weight capacity	2.8 kg
Maximum operating distance	1000 m
Maximum pitch angular velocity	50 °/sec
Operating temperature (T-T)	-5 - 40 °C
Transmitter power consumption	100 mW
Built-in processor	-
Moving control functions	Backward, Forward, Turn left, Turn right, Upward

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	817 mm
Width	768 mm
Height	160 mm
Weight	1200 g
Rotor diameter	203.2 mm