Professional Drone Diagnostic Inspection
Crash Assessment • Troubleshooting • Repair Review
About This Diagnostic Service
Get a professional inspection and repair-path recommendation for your drone before approving repair work. This diagnostic service is designed for drone owners dealing with crash damage, camera or gimbal problems, connection issues, battery concerns, motor/propeller damage, error messages, or unknown flight issues.
$49 Diagnostic Inspection
What’s included:
Visual damage review
Drone issue intake review
Crash history and symptom assessment
Camera and gimbal issue review
Battery and charging concern review
Motor, propeller, and airframe condition review
Error message or warning review
Repair-path recommendation
Initial guidance on whether repair may be worth pursuing
Important Customer Notes
Diagnostic fee covers inspection and assessment only.
Repair labor is not included.
Replacement parts are not included.
Shipping is not included.
Customer approval is required before repair work begins.
Some drones may be non-repairable or not cost-effective to repair.
Customers should not mail or drop off a drone until they receive instructions.
Patriot Drone Repair & Readiness is an independent service provider and is not affiliated with DJI or any drone manufacturer.
Start Your Drone Diagnostic Request
Submit your intake request below. Patriot Drone Repair & Readiness will review your details and, if your drone appears eligible, send approval and payment instructions by email. Do not mail or drop off your drone until you receive instructions.
In the “Drone Diagnostic Intake Details” box below, please answer the following in order:
Drone brand:
Drone model:
Is this a DJI drone?
Is this a FPV/custom drone?
Was the drone crashed?
Was the drone exposed to water or moisture?
Are any batteries swollen, damaged, or unsafe?
Describe the issue in detail:
List any error messages shown:
Does the drone power on?
Does the controller connect?
Does the camera or gimbal move normally?
Are propellers, arms, landing gear, or body parts damaged?
Do you want local drop-off or mail-in service?
Add photo links if available:
Add video links if available:
Confirm you understand the diagnostic fee does not include parts, repair labor, or shipping:
Confirm you will not mail or drop off the drone until instructed:
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the diagnostic process work?
Submit the intake request with your drone details. We review your information and, if your drone appears eligible, email you approval and payment instructions for the $49 diagnostic inspection.
Do I pay before or after approval?
You submit your intake request first and wait for our review. Payment instructions are sent only after your request is approved.
What does the $49 fee cover?
The fee covers inspection and assessment only. Repair labor, replacement parts, and shipping are not included.
Should I mail or drop off my drone right away?
No. Please do not mail or drop off your drone until you receive instructions from us.
Is this an official DJI service?
No. Patriot Drone Repair & Readiness is an independent service provider and is not affiliated with DJI or any drone manufacturer.
What if my drone can't be repaired?
Some drones may be non-repairable or not cost-effective to repair. If so, we will let you know and recommend whether it is worth proceeding.