When using gesture control, should the RC controller be on for emergency backup?

[rcdancer]

I read somewhere online that it's recommended to have the RC controller on when using gesture controls so you can assume immediate control in an emergency. Does anyone do this?

 

[schorn63]

It's a good idea for a backup in case you need to get control in a emergency

 

[Spark 317]

Yes.
Have the remote handy.

A lanyard is nice to have. You can have confidence in letting it hang around your neck as you are messing around with the gestures.

I use this lanyard when I fly with my mini4 or the Droids.

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[Asset4air]

I have done and would recommend. On one occasion the Spark wouldn't react at all to gesture and just hovered. Straight onto controller got me back flying quickly without wasting more battery life.

 

[DameEdnaBrown]

I read somewhere online that it's recommended to have the RC controller on when using gesture controls so you can assume immediate control in an emergency. Does anyone do this?

Definitely have the RC on