{% hint style="warning" %}
If the drone update process with Inspector remains **blocked for more than 10 minutes, disconnect the battery** to prevent a complete energy drain. Afterward, restart the update process with another battery.
{% endhint %}
{% hint style="info" %}
Before updating from 2023.12.2 or previous to 2024.02 or further version, please import all dataset present on the drone memory and erase the memory with Inspector 4
If you have updated your drone and did not import previous datasets, you can downgrade your drone. Please read [this article](https://knowledge.flyability.com/software-and-cloud/inspector/inspector-5/common-workflows/retrieve-previous-flight-data-from-your-elios-3-since-2024-april-update) or [contact support](mailto:support@flyability.com) if needed.
{% endhint %}
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System Versions Compatibility Chart
|  |  |  |
| :-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------: | :-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------: | :--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------: |
| Inspector | Elios 3 Avionics | Cockpit |
| **26.1.1.31** and **26.1.0.21** | **2026.01.1** | **2026.01.1** |
| 26.1.0.21 and 25.3.0.56 | 2025.03.1 | 2025.03.1 |
| 25.3.0.56 | 2025.03 | 2025.03 |
| 25.2.0.260 | 2025.02 | 2025.02.2 |
| 25.2.0.260 | 2025.02 | 2025.02 |
| 25.1.0.237 | 2025.01 | 2025.01 |
| 24.10.0.183 | 2024.10.1 | 2024.10 |
{% content-ref url="elios-3-system-update/previous-system-updates" %}
[previous-system-updates](https://knowledge.flyability.com/aircraft/elios-3/elios-3-system-update/previous-system-updates)
{% endcontent-ref %}
***
## How to update
### Important Pre-Update Notes
* Cockpit + Inspector + Drone must be up to date before the use and the same compatible version! If one of the component is not up to date, incompatibilities can result !
* Refer to the [compatibility compatibility chart](#system-versions-compatibility-chart)
* Before updating from 2023.12.2 or previous to 2024.02 or further version, please import all dataset present on the drone memory and erase the memory with Inspector 4. If you have updated your drone and did not import previous datasets, you can downgrade your drone. Please read [this article](https://knowledge.flyability.com/software-and-cloud/inspector/inspector-5/common-workflows/retrieve-previous-flight-data-from-your-elios-3-since-2024-april-update) or [contact support](mailto:support@flyability.com) if needed.
### What must be done
{% stepper %}
{% step %}
#### [Inspector software update](#id-1.-how-to-update-inspector)
Make sure the computer is connected to internet and launch Inspector software, a pop up notification will appear, follow the instruction.
{% endstep %}
{% step %}
#### [Elios 3 drone update via Inspector](#id-2.-how-to-update-the-drone)
Connect the drone to Inspector software, a pop up notification will appear, follow the instruction.
{% endstep %}
{% step %}
#### [Cockpit App update via the tablet](#id-3.-how-to-update-cockpit-app)
Make sure the tablet is connected to internet and launch Cockpit app, a pop up notification will appear, follow the instruction.
{% endstep %}
{% endstepper %}
Required Material
* Elios 3 drone + Remote controller + Tablet
* Elios 3 battery, fully charged
* USB 3.1 Gen 1 cable
* Inspector 5 (latest version available)
Preparation
* Fully charge one Elios 3 battery
* Leave the LiDAR connected to the drone.
* Export all flights from the drone, to avoid any loss of data
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### 1. How to update Inspector
* Launch Inspector Software
* A pop-up message will propose a new update, click on download
**If you don't receive any update notification, please see** [**here**](https://knowledge.flyability.com/software-application)
* A loading bar will appear, displaying the status of the download
* Then the program will shut down and the Inspector Setup wizard will appear for the installation, click next and follow the instructions.
***
### 2. How to update the drone
* Before attempting the update, make sure the computer is connected to the internet
* Turn on the Elios 3 with a fully charged battery
* Connect the Elios 3 to your computer with the USB3.1 Gen1 provided cable.
* Wait until the drone power button turns to a steady purple color.
* Once the drone is recognized by Inspector, a pop-up message will appear
* Click the "Update my drone now" to start the update process.
{% hint style="info" %}
In case the update does not start within 5min after clicking ''Update my drone now'':
Please disconnect the drone, close Inspector, reopen the software then reconnect the drone.
The pop up message will be displayed again, then the update can be made
{% endhint %}
* Once you hit the Update button, the process will start
* *If the drone update process in Inspector remains blocked for more than 10 minutes, disconnect the battery to prevent a complete energy drain.*
* When the drone is updated, you will get the following pop-up
* Wait until the drone completely reboots
* Power button must be purple
* Inspector is connected to the drone
{% hint style="info" %}
**During the update** the Elios 3 power button LED will turn steady blue and then blinking blue. \
Be patient this process can take **up to 10 minutes** and during this time the drone might seem unresponsive.
{% endhint %}
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### 3. How to update Cockpit App
{% content-ref url="elios-3-cockpit-app/cockpit-3-how-to-update" %}
[cockpit-3-how-to-update](https://knowledge.flyability.com/aircraft/elios-3/elios-3-cockpit-app/cockpit-3-how-to-update)
{% endcontent-ref %}
***
{% hint style="info" %}
If you need any help on the procedure, please contact
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