# FlightPlan! — Program the Tello Drone

> App for visually programming and controlling Tello drones with real-time telemetry. (iPhone/iPad app by Reefwing Software.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightplan/id1466581760 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Reefwing Software](https://appshunter.io/developer/356051743)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 1.00/5 from 4 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.2 · 7 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-12-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightplan/id1466581760/reviews.md

## What is FlightPlan!?

This app allows you to visually program a flight plan for the Tello Drone and then upload it to the drone for execution. You can also fly the drone manually with the app if you wish. Real time telemetry from the drone is displayed on the glass cockpit. 

Tello is a mini drone equipped with a HD camera that is manufactured by Ryze Robotics and includes a flight controller with DJI smarts. 

We access the Tello API by connecting to the airframe via a WiFi UDP port. Once a connection is in place, the drone is controlled using simple text commands. 

So before using the app, make sure that your Tello drone is on and the iPhone is connected to the Tello WiFi. You can check this by going to Settings -> WiFi. 

The first time that you use the app it will request your permission to use Location Services. This is required to allow the app to determine the SSID of the WiFi connection so we know when you are connected to the drone. The app doesn't use location services for anything else.

The app has two modes of operation: manual and planning / auto pilot. The app status is shown in the top centre panel. This panel also indicates whether WiFi is connected or not. It may take a few seconds for a change in WiFi status to be displayed. 

If you are connected to the Tello and in manual mode, then tapping the take off icon will cause the drone to auto take off and hover. Tapping land will auto land. Only tap emergency stop if necessary as it will immediately stop all four motors and the drone will fall out of the sky!

Tapping the plan button toggles the app state between planning mode and manual mode. In planning mode a grid (representing the ground) and yellow arrow (representing the drone), will appear. The arrow direction indicates the front of the drone. In planning mode, you can enter the sequence of commands which will be transmitted to your drone for execution. Start with take off or you will receive a warning message. When you are finished with your flight plan tap land. The arrow will simulate the position of the drone but is not to scale.

Tapping the upload icon will send your flight plan to the Tello and execute it. While the plan is being flown, the app will display the glass cockpit.  Real time telemetry from the drone is displayed on the glass cockpit. This includes pitch, roll, yaw, velocity (x, y, z), temperature, time of flight (tof), height, battery percentage, motor on time, barometric pressure, and acceleration (x, y, z).

A full description of how the app operates is provided at our website (reefwing.com.au).

FlightPlan is a refined version of another that I described in an article called "Programming the Tello Drone using Swift." (https://medium.com/@reefwing/programming-the-tello-drone-using-swift-f9122fd4aeb8?). You can refer to this article to understand how the app operates and create your own version.

## Key features

- Visual flight plan programming
- Upload flight plans to drone
- Manual drone control
- Real-time telemetry display
- Glass cockpit interface
- WiFi connection management

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/flightplan/id1466581760/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Doesn’t work.

*2020-10-05*

Garbage. I couldn’t connect so I pressed force connect and it took off but I couldn’t land so I had to grab the drone out of the sky and press the power button.

### 1/5 — Doesn’t not work at all

*2020-08-30*

Can’t connect. Doesn’t work, not even a little bit.

### 1/5 — Flightplan

*2020-08-30, version 1.0*

Just wouldn’t connect. Useless app.

### 1/5 — Horrible

*2020-05-30*

Does not work

### 5/5 — Connection

*2020-05-27, version 1.0*

App couldn’t ever connect

## Frequently asked questions about FlightPlan!

### How does FlightPlan! allow users to program drone flights?

FlightPlan! enables users to create visual flight plans by defining a sequence of commands. These plans can then be uploaded to the Tello drone for automatic execution, offering a structured approach to flight programming.

### What kind of telemetry data does FlightPlan! provide?

The app displays real-time telemetry including pitch, roll, yaw, velocity, temperature, time of flight, height, battery percentage, motor on time, barometric pressure, and acceleration. This data is presented on a digital glass cockpit interface.

### Can FlightPlan! be used to fly the Tello drone manually?

Yes, FlightPlan! offers a manual control mode. Users can take off, land, and control the drone's movements directly through the app's interface when not executing a programmed flight plan.

### What are the connection requirements for FlightPlan!?

To use FlightPlan!, ensure your Tello drone is powered on and your iPhone is connected to the drone's WiFi network. The app uses location services only to identify the drone's WiFi SSID for connection verification.

### What is the emergency stop function in FlightPlan!?

The emergency stop function in FlightPlan! immediately halts all four motors, causing the drone to fall. It should only be used in critical situations when immediate cessation of flight is absolutely necessary.

### Does FlightPlan! require an internet connection to operate?

FlightPlan! connects to the Tello drone via a WiFi UDP port. While an internet connection is not strictly required for basic operation, a stable WiFi connection between the device and the drone is essential.

### What is the update frequency for FlightPlan!?

FlightPlan! was last updated on December 30, 2019, with version 1.0. As of the provided data, there is no information on its current update frequency.

### What devices is FlightPlan! compatible with?

FlightPlan! is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS operating systems.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0 — 2019-12-30

No release notes.

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