Flight test

At this point, you should have successfully completed the hardware and software integration of the VPS, as well as a bench test. Theseus recommends running several test flights prior to full operational deployment of the VPS.

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Test Flight #
Configuration
Purpose

Flight 1

GPS is available and primary position source. VPS acts as GPS 2 and not in the loop.

Collect VPS recording and ArduPilot logs. Analyze and confirm nominal performance of the system.

Flight 2-3

GPS is available as a secondary position source. VPS acts as GPS and is in the loop from take off to landing.

Confirm nominal performance of the system through multiple live flights. Analyze VPS recordings and ArduPilot logs.

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