/mode

GET http://cloud.dronesmith.io/api/drone/{name|id}/mode

Description

Current operating mode of the drone. Default value is “manual.” This setting can be changed with the POST /mode API request. The following are a list of modes:

Manual

Drone may be controlled with a standard RC controller, or with POST /input commands. No position or altitude holding is done.

Altitude

Drone may be controlled with a standard RC controller, or with POST /input commands. The throttle RC input is relative to altitude.

Position

Drone may be controlled with a standard RC controller, or with POST /input commands. All RC input is relative to the drone’s position and altitude.

Takeoff

Drone is currently in an automated takeoff mode. Set when POST /takeoff is requested. Remains in takeoff mode until a new command is issued.

Hold

Drone is currently moving to a position and will hold at that location. Set when POST /goto is requested.

Land

Drone is currently landing at a specified location. Set when POST /land is requested. Remains in land mode until a new command is issued.

RTL or RTGS

Drone is currently in failsafe mode.