What would you do?

[Smotz]

with the thoughts of going straight up, the manual says its better not to do so - that an angle is better for signal reception. thoughts?

 

[msinger]

the manual says its better not to do so - that an angle is better for signal reception.

That's correct. Check out this video:

 

[Hawkwind]

Just to clarify about take off.When taking off I am not directly underneath the aircraft. As I stated earlier,before I take off look straight up to make sure the bird won't hit any branches on the way up.

 

[rstekeur]

If your skill level is sufficient to fly in tight locations, go for it. If not save yourself the drama and find an open field

 

[lay1back]

Install the optional steel props, and make yourself a path.

 

[Hawkwind]

Good one,I'm already clearing the leaves in my driveway.Lol.

 

[wchevron]

If you are new to flying, I'd practice in a field first. My yard isn't as bad as yours but pretty close. I had a Parrot Bebop originally. Hit the trees a few times when first going out. It's hard to judge how close the branches are especially when are you have to use the ipad to see when you are going.

 

[Hawkwind]

Thanks for the feedback.