There's been debate about proper turning technique for smooth cinematic footage. Combine pitch + roll + yaw simultaneously for a smooth turn, like an airplane banking. This technique produces cinematic curves instead of sharp angles. In Cine Mode (C), the sticks respond slowly and smoothly ? ideal for practicing this.

To execute a bank turn, the pilot should maintain a slight forward pitch to ensure the drone continues moving forward. Simultaneously, apply both rudder (yaw control) and aileron (roll control) in the direction you wish to turn. This coordinated input will tilt the drone into the turn, making the maneuver smoother and faster than if you were to use the rudder alone. Benefits: Bank turns are preferred for their efficiency and smoothness, making them ideal for capturing fluid, dynamic footage without abrupt changes in direction. However, some pilots argue standard yaw turns are more predictable for precision work. Thoughts on when to use each approach?

Use yaw (left/right rotation) while applying slight roll (side tilt) in the same direction. This mimics airplane-style banking and makes turns more natural and cinematic. Practice figure-8s or orbiting a stationary object to build coordination. Banking is superior for video work but requires more skill to master.

For inspection and mapping work, I stick to single-axis inputs. More predictable flight paths when you need to maintain exact positioning over structures. Banking turns can introduce unwanted drift in tight spaces where precision matters more than aesthetics.

With these modern control systems, there is no need to complicate your flying technique by trying to do coordinated turns using both sticks to steer - this becomes necessary when flying other drones in 'Manual Mode'. Maybe start with basic yaw turns before attempting coordinated maneuvers? I'm still working on smooth hover control myself.