AAC said:
don't play TV games.
While in CL, I'm more relief to control the L/R/F/B, not mentioning I have FS, HL as my safety net. I don't know why DJI doesn't add this easy function in Phantom mode.
I agree with all of you, I must learn how to fly in ATTI mode without GPS.
I assume from a help desk point of view... DJI didn't want to be flooded with phone calls. There will be so many ringing up and complaining why their phantoms are crabbing in the air flying sideways. There will be so much more crashes because the orientation is all messed up. All because of 1 simple check they didn't do - the toggle switches. They have made it simple with Phantom mode and yet people still crash! I think DJI has made the correct decision by NOT enabling NAZA.
Think of NAZA as an Easter eggs for learners. When they want to learn more, they can look it up.
Back on topic.
Just to be clear. Some are getting confused with the acronyms and terminology. The words Home Lock and Return to Home is probably confusing to some.
Failsafe (FS) and Return to Home (RTH) is essentially the same. When failsafe is triggered it will return to the home (lock position).
Home Lock (HL) is a separate system, and its a method of flight. The only thing that the above system shares is the GPS reference point.
I don't use the Failsafe/RTH unless there is failure. That's why its called Failsafe! Failsafe can fly into trees, buildings etc.
Everyone should use the RADAR and point it back to the home position and push fwd whilst checking for distinguished poi and obstacles on the FPV screen. If you are confident that Home lock has been established, then use the HL and pull the stick back. During this time, I try to descend during flight and listen to the sweet buzzing motors.
Users lose the phantom because they think the fail safe is a "feature" and get complacent, "Don't worry, she'll come back".
And I don't recommend ATTI unless you are in visual range and low wind conditions. **** escalates quickly if you are untrained.