Safe Locations

Safe Locations are pre-configured GPS coordinates that the aircraft targets when a failsafe routine requires a controlled landing away from the default home point.


Overview

Each dock or device can be assigned:

  • Primary Safe Location — The first-priority landing point used in failsafe routines
  • Alternate Safe Locations — One or more fallback coordinates used if the primary is unavailable or blocked

Primary Safe Location

The primary safe location is typically set to a clear, accessible area near the dock or launch point. It is used by Return to Home routines and signal-loss failsafes when the home point is not suitable.

Safe Location configuration in Dock Settings


Alternate Safe Locations

Up to [N] alternate safe locations can be configured per device. The aircraft selects the most appropriate alternate based on current position and battery level.

Safe Location configuration in Dock Settings


Configuring Safe Locations

Safe location coordinates are managed in Settings > Failsafes and also in the dock settings panel. To set a location:

  1. Open Settings > Failsafes > Safe Locations
  2. Click Set Primary or Add Alternate
  3. Enter coordinates or click the map to pin the location
  4. Confirm and save

Always verify safe locations on the live map before a mission. Confirm the landing area is clear and accessible.


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