7 SIGNS THAT TELLS YOU DRONE NEED REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE

Whether you use your drone for recreational or commercial purpose, there are some signs after using the drone for a whole that will tell that they need repair and maintenance. A company or business that make use of and rely on drone technology can be in trouble if their drones do not work properly as it should. So, you have to pay attention to notice any of these signs:
IRREGULAR SHAKY MOTION
When a drone starts being shaky or you notice it does not hover around to its destination properly then you have to figure out what went wrong with the drone. Sometimes, drones tend to be shaky when it has crashed on something before. When drone hit a hard object, It is very possible that it must have damaged something within itself causing it not to fly properly. WHEN this happens it is possible that it can be fixed easily if you know what was damaged and how to go about fixing it. In a situation where the underlying reason for the drone having shaky movement can not be determine, then it is best for you to visit a professional for repair and maintenance.
BLURRY CAMERA EFFECT
No one likes  a camera that gives  blurry effects. Of course it’s simply because it is difficult to explain what is being captured if it is not clear. Gone are the days when pictures taken by camera are just something that wad being managed. Today, the crystal clear effect of camera has made people appreciate pictures and videos more. So, if you notice that the camera in your drone has reduced its quality, then, you need to check it out. Always note that your drone camera must be very clear and with high quality even during and after use. Any scratch noticed on the lens of the camera will definitely impact the picture and video quality of whatever you are trying to capture. Sometimes, its not all lens that are damaged that is visible. Once you notice a drop in the quality of your drones camera, it is best you take it for inspection for repair and maintenance. Sometimes, it could also mean that moisture has found its way into the camera over time, thus reducing the quality of the picture and videos.
BATTERY DEGRADATION
Batteries are not produced to last forever. So, as common with all devices that uses battery in which after a while the performance drops, so do drones. It is normal for a drone to lose its battery capacity over time. The battery affects the functionality of the drone as to how long the drone can fly. Also, pay attention to how long battery last, how long it takes to charge it and all other things. If the drone is experiencing a battery issue and you have no idea how to go about it, it’s best you contact an expert. Hence, the battery becomes one of the signs that your drone needs repair and maintenance by an expert.
MISSING LEG OR FEET
Sometimes the leg or feet might be missing or bent, when this occurs, it is one of the signs that your drone will need to be repaired to guarantee safe landing. If this is ignored, your drone will not be able to land safely leading to destruction of possibly other components of the drone that may require total replacement.
CONNECTIVITY ISSUE
When your drones antenna shakes, it will be prone to  not connecting properly to receive signal. The antenna is responsible for the maintenance of wireless signals between the ground control site and the mobile drone unit. Hence, once a reduced connectivity is observed, then it is best to check the antenna and carry out maintenance on the drone or repair if necessary. The antenna of the drone has to be in good shape for good connectivity.
SPINNING
The drone propeller should spin freely else it will impact in the motion of the drone. When your drone does not spin properly, it is important for checks to be carried out to find out if there are any obstruction. One of the sign that your drone needs repair and maintenance is if the drone doesn’t spin well which can impact on the motion of the drone.
INCORRECT GPS COORDINATES
When your drone starts showing incorrect GPS coordinates, you will have to do your check to know why. When this occur, it does not mean the drone has to be repaired but this is one of the signs that is obvious. Since GPS relies on external  satellite systems to broadcast information.
Sources:
https://www.process.st/checklist/drone-pre-flight-checklist/#calibrate-compass
https://www.fortressuav.com/blog/2018/10/18/drone-problems-3-issues-commonly-seen-in-todays-drones
https://www.fortressuav.com/blog/2018/10/23/exploring-some-common-signs-your-drone-needs-repaired