How-to GuideD313Last updated: August 26, 2025
Planning and Executing Automated Survey Missions
The D313's automated flight capabilities make it ideal for surveying, mapping, and inspection missions. Here's how to plan and execute these missions safely.
Setting Up Your Mission
- Switch to Airway Mode: From the DMRGCS main screen, select "Airway Mode" instead of "Manual Mode"
- Download Maps: Before flying, download offline maps of your survey area using the map download feature
- Choose Mission Type: Select from polygon, corridor, or line survey patterns based on your needs
Creating Survey Routes
For Area Surveys (Polygon):
- Tap the route editing icon
- Select polygon route type
- Tap on the map to place waypoints around your survey area
- The app automatically calculates optimal flight paths with proper overlap
For Linear Inspections (Corridor):
- Choose corridor route type
- Place waypoints along the path you want to survey
- Adjust corridor width using two-finger pinch gestures on the map
For Precision Routes (Line):
- Select line route type for point-to-point missions
- Place individual waypoints for custom flight paths
Configuring Mission Parameters
Before starting any automated mission:
Mission Settings: Set flight altitude, speed, and safety margins appropriate for your survey area and local regulations.
Camera Settings: Configure overlap rates (typically 70-80% for mapping), photo intervals, and camera angles.
Safety Settings: Define return-to-home altitude, low battery actions, and signal loss behavior.
Executing the Mission
- Pre-flight Checks: Ensure GPS lock, battery levels, and RTK connection (if used)
- Upload Mission: Tap the mission start icon and confirm takeoff point
- Final Safety Check: Verify the surrounding area is clear
- Start Mission: The drone automatically follows your planned route
During Flight: Monitor the drone continuously. While automated, you maintain responsibility for safe operation and can intervene at any time by switching flight modes.
Mission Completion: The drone automatically performs the configured completion action (land, return to home, or hover).