LED Indicator Status Guide#
The VEX AIR Drone and VEX AIR Drone Controller both have LED Indicators that can change color depending on the status of the drone or the controller.
Controller#
The controller’s LED Indicator is located next to the power button.

Color |
State |
Meaning |
---|---|---|
Blue |
Blinking |
Propeller Lock is enabled. |
Green |
Solid |
Controller > 20% battery, not paired with a drone. |
Green |
Blinking |
Controller > 20% battery, paired with a drone. |
Red |
Solid |
Controller < 20% battery, not paired with a drone. |
Red |
Blinking |
Controller < 20% battery, paired with a drone. |
White |
Blinking |
The power button can be released to turn on or turn off the controller. |
If the controller is off, the LED Indicator will only turn on while the controller is being charged.
Color |
State |
Meaning |
---|---|---|
Green |
Solid |
Controller is fully charged (100%). |
Red |
Blinking |
Controller is actively charging. |
Drone#
The drone’s LED Indicator is located next to the power button.

A solid LED on the drone indicates it is not paired with a controller, while a blinking LED indicates it is paired.
Color |
Meaning |
---|---|
Blue |
Propeller Lock is enabled. |
Green |
Battery ≥ 50%. |
Yellow |
Battery is 20 to 50%. |
Red |
Battery is 0 – 20%. |
White |
The power button can be released to turn on or turn off the drone. |