S2E87 - Flyaway Frenzy: What to Do When Your Drone Goes Rogue

It’s every pilot’s nightmare: your RPAS stops responding and starts flying away on its own. Do you freeze—or fight back with a plan?

In S2E87 of Sky Commander Academy, we break down Section 6.3.2: Flyaway or Malfunction, giving you the tools and mindset to turn chaos into controlled recovery.

In this episode:
🛑 Recognizing the signs – how to quickly tell the difference between pilot error, malfunction, and a true flyaway
⚡ Root causes explained – GPS drift, compass errors, firmware bugs, radio interference, and motor failures
🧭 Immediate pilot response – the split-second actions that can stabilize or minimize the situation
🛠 Failsafe planning – how smart setup (geo-fencing, altitude limits, home point updates) can reduce risk before you even take off
🚨 Post-incident protocol – reporting requirements, log analysis, and protecting your pilot certification
💡 Pro tips – why rehearsing “lost link drills” and flyaway simulations make you faster, calmer, and safer in the real world

A flyaway isn’t just a lost drone—it’s a potential airspace hazard, reputational risk, and legal liability. Learn how to stay calm, protect the public, and keep your RPAS career on track when the unexpected strikes.

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