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For large organizations, Skippy Scout can provide incredible efficiency gains in crop monitoring and scouting. In order to get the most out of the platform and enable the best efficiency, below are some recommended best practices and checklists to follow when planning operations.

Recommended Device Setup

  • For users doing a lot of flights, we recommended that a separate device is used to run the Skippy Scout app and conduct flights, instead of your main phone.

  • This avoids flights being interrupted by incoming phone calls, and allows the device used for Skippy Scout to be kept more clear of other apps that take up memory and storage space.

  • You can either use a second mobile phone or tablet (Android recommended) - ensure the device is relatively modern and powerful (ie Samsung S series), or better, use a DJI RC Pro or Enterprise controller supplied with M3E and M3M drones.

  • Also we recommend setting up a dedicated internet connection that can be used in the field, either via 4G/5G sim or a mobile router to provide WiFi from your vehicle.

User Setup and Onboarding

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  1. Ensure there is a good amount of free storage space on the device to be used with Skippy Scout

  2. Check user permissions are set for the farms needed for upcoming flights

  3. Check the Skippy Scout app is up-to-date

  4. If user permissions have changed, log out and log back into the Skippy Scout app

  5. Ensure you are on a stable WiFi connection and check data has synced

  6. Perform any updates needed - add new fields or field maps and edit scout points etc..

  7. Sync the app again

  8. Ensure all drone batteries are charged

  9. Power on the drone and check for any errors in the DJI app

    1. We suggest you do not perform a firmware update immediately prior to flight operations immediately prior to flight operations, unless it is a critical update

    2. Clear the drone's storage,, backing up any data you wish to keep (videos, non-Skippy data etc.)

  10. Check and pack chargers for batteriesIf possible and a lot of flights are planned, setup an internet connection that can be used in the field, either via 4G/5G sim or a mobile router to provide WiFi from yourr vehicle.

Pre-Flight Checklist (on-site)

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