UAS pilot reported they were flying an automated mission when a lost link occurred. Pilot stated the UAS make/model does not give ability to manually control the return to home altitude from the default settings.

Narrative

The conditions supplied above (lost link and 'return to home') are what caused me to question the drone configuration. I occasionally fly automated missions in controlled airspace with LAANC approval for an altitude of 50 feet. Autel Robotics EVO 2 drones do not allow pilots to set the 'maximum altitude' or the emergency 'return to home' altitude to anything less than 82 feet; a value they established for some European countries. This has the potential to cause safety issues in the NAS. While the RPIC is ultimately responsible for the flight; these are important features that ensure a novice; or anyone facing a control link problem; has less chance of impacting air traffic. I have reported this issue to the company and have received no response. I have reported almost a year ago other issues with their automated missions when the drone flies sideways; backwards; and does other bizarre actions. Nothing has been done regarding that issue either. They seem more concerned with adding competitive features rather than providing a stable platform. This problem has little impact on me now that I know what to expect. Others may find out the hard way.