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

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

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