DJI Phantom 3 – Accident – 2018-02-15

Drone Manufacturer: DJI
Drone Model: Phantom 3
Country: Australia
Type: Accident
Date: 2018-02-15
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Pilot Qualifications: Unknown Status
Pilot Flight Experience: Hours
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Description

The remotely piloted aircraft’s (RPA) return-to-home function failed and the pilot flew the RPA back to base manually. During descent at 10 m, the RPA lost power and collided with terrain, resulting in substantial damage.

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