Failsafe is what happens when the RC link dies mid-flight. Without correct configuration, a link-loss event sends the quad flying away at full throttle or drops it like a stone. Neither is good. Two-Stage Failsafe Betaflight uses a two-stage system: flowchart TD A([RC signal<br/>lost]) --> B{Stage 1<br/>guard time} B …

GPS Rescue is Betaflight's return-to-home failsafe. When triggered (link loss, low battery, or manual activation), the quad climbs to a configured altitude and flies back to where it armed. Prerequisites GPS module connected and assigned to a UART (enable GPS in the Ports tab for that UART) 6+ satellite lock before …