Any tips for finding a drone without WiFi or cell service?

[Mmpatierno]

Hello All
I crashed my drone in a remote area with no Wifi and cellular service. I have the gps coordinates. Does anyone have tips to find the drone without internet service?

 

[sar104]

If you have the coordinates then why not just plot them on a map, or Google Earth, figure out the best approach to the location and then use a smartphone or standalone GPS unit to navigate in? You don't need internet service to use GPS.

 

[msinger]

Why not use a mobile device that has a GPS receiver? You should be able to track down the location without Wi-Fi or cell service.

 

[Mmpatierno]

I just downloaded a GPS receiver. Thanks! I was using navigation tools which only took me so far.

 

[DoomMeister]

Try Spyglass app which is available in iOS and android versions. You can cache maps and save the GPS location. It will then guide you like a head up display. You can even use the camera and have a VR guidance system.

 

[Mmpatierno]

I used Spyglass and it worked like a charm. Amazing App! Thanks for the tip!

 

[DoomMeister]

I used Spyglass and it worked like a charm. Amazing App! Thanks for the tip!

You are most welcome! I discovered it several years ago and it is a very useful app.