Master FPV Drone Battery Impact Damage: Complete Diagnosis and Safe Recovery After a Crash
Photo by engin akyurt on Unsplash Any FPV drone pilot will eventually experience a crash. One of the components that suffers the most damage is the FPV drone battery . Since the battery is the most sensitive component powering the drone, damage from impact can be invisible and therefore more dangerous. Even simple-looking case damage can cause internal cell short circuits, which can lead to flames or explosions. In fact, many beginner pilots charge their batteries immediately after a crash only to experience a fire incident. This post covers how to accurately diagnose impact-damaged FPV drone batteries and all methods for safely recovering or disposing of them. First Signs of FPV Drone Battery Impact Damage and Visual Diagnosis The first sign of FPV drone battery impact damage is a visible change in the battery's appearance. Swelling or puffing is the most obvious symptom—if the battery looks bulged or domed after a crash, stop using it immediately. This signals that inter...