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Posted by: oldschool Jul 6 2013, 01:05 AM

We will be shooting with this again...just a tool in the tool box...


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVdiyzn-ZUk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lVdiyzn-ZUk&feature=share&list=UUwhEf2qFnn0_zZY7HrESPvA


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blZa72Me9xg

https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=blZa72Me9xg

Posted by: IanJ Jul 6 2013, 01:13 AM

That is pretty awesome.
What kit did you use? How fast were you going?

Posted by: oldschool Jul 6 2013, 01:33 AM

Posted by: oldschool Jul 6 2013, 01:35 AM

Not going very fast..we need to work out some of the bugs,And my pilot needs some more air time lol

Posted by: IanJ Jul 6 2013, 02:57 AM

When I've looked at ones the can manage 30mph for about 8-10 mins.
I thought it might still be cool for small

Does it have a follow me or was someone controlling it?

What camera does it use?

Posted by: euro911 Jul 6 2013, 05:23 AM

That's cool, Jaime

I picked up a small quad last month. I'd like to go FPV when I get the hang of it.


Related, I'm getting tired of the legislative bodies interfering with just about every hobby I have. Who in hell are these people? They sit on their asses every day dreaming up new ways to spoil our fun (and all done on our tax dollars) ... They must lead very boring, mundane lives. [/rant]

Posted by: bulitt Jul 6 2013, 05:33 AM

Thats cool! I read where a commercial pilot landing at JFK? or Newark? spotted a drone on his approach. That had everyone asking questions.

Posted by: euro911 Jul 6 2013, 05:45 AM

People are always going to do stupid stuff, but they're trying to outlaw FPV in a lot of states. Apparently a lot of people are running around scared because of the military and HLS drone issue

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 6 2013, 06:45 AM

That's Cool! Looks like shots you would have needed to hire a helicopter to get. Puts low buck filming in a new light.

Posted by: 76-914 Jul 6 2013, 09:04 AM

Change the "porn" music.

Posted by: Mr.242 Jul 6 2013, 10:39 AM

Check out what these guys are doing in WA State. I've been watching them grow and build some amazing footage from their 'copters. They've got some epic views of some race tracks, simply because they can fly their 'copters over head.

They run a two pilot system: 1 for the aircraft and the 2nd for the footage. Carrying a full size camera. That's some lift capacity!

http://vimeo.com/63142147

Their Web Page: http://shiftedcinema.com/

For those on Facebook...they also have a page.

I purchased a small quad for my GoPro and I am building up a larger hexacopter, but will take some time as I practice my flying on the quad. It's a very cool hobby.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 6 2013, 10:43 AM

Future airliner cockpits excuse me, "flight decks" will soon be occupied by one pilot and a dog. The pilot will be there to feed the dog and the dog is there to bite the pilot if he tries to touch anything.

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Jul 6 2013, 10:45 AM

You may soon be riding in an airplane from New York to L.A. that is piloted by some guy on the ground in Omaha.

Posted by: Black22 Jul 6 2013, 10:49 AM

Posted by: stugray Jul 6 2013, 11:09 AM

That is very cool.
Now you need to rig it so it can come up out of the back and scout AHEAD of you for the speed traps ;-)

Stu

Posted by: Mark Henry Jul 6 2013, 11:45 AM

Why is it called a Quadcopter?
It has 6 props, not 4.

Posted by: Mr.242 Jul 6 2013, 11:58 AM

True! BUSTED! Should be 'hexacopter' with the six arms.

Posted by: Dave_Darling Jul 6 2013, 01:01 PM

Yikes! You really, really need a much less wide-angle lens on that puppy! The distortion is really distracting (not to mention stomach-churning!) when the copter moves at any speed. Most especially if it changes pitch angle!

Pretty damn cool otherwise, though!

--DD

Posted by: sean_v8_914 Jul 6 2013, 02:14 PM

...except for the part where you almost hit the van because you are filming with your cell phone while driving. now that would make great youtube material
drive teh damn car

Posted by: r_towle Jul 6 2013, 02:56 PM

I suspect a bunch of people would pay to have you film them t a track event or autos...

Posted by: Rand Jul 6 2013, 03:31 PM

We've done events with RC helicopter video. Much more control.
Example here:
http://vimeo.com/50181559

Posted by: oldschool Jul 6 2013, 04:52 PM

Lol I had nothing to do with this edit, or footage.. I'm consulting and training for this one.

Posted by: oldschool Jul 6 2013, 04:55 PM

Very nice work and boy do you need to be good at flying. And big bucks...lol

Posted by: Rand Jul 6 2013, 04:59 PM

Get what you pay for, I always say. I don't work cheap, but I do good.

Posted by: oldschool Jul 6 2013, 05:04 PM

Thanks man, great site nice demo. I will use it for different jobs, Once I'm happy with the look. I really like movements in my shots, And shooting with special camera set/ups to get the shot is what I enjoy doing.

Posted by: okieflyr Jul 6 2013, 06:43 PM

Good times to be had with the Hex in FPV ! I've been flying a home built quad w/ kk2 board since this spring.

Posted by: warpig Jul 6 2013, 06:47 PM

Omaha techs cost far too much. Your pilots will be safely ensconced in a lavish air circulated shack just outside of a very trendy suburb of the world's newest Mecca of aviation and high technology, Chittagong, Bangladesh. Please enjoy your flight.

Posted by: Mr.242 Jul 7 2013, 01:10 AM

Check this one out...I was doing something totally unrelated to 914World and with my other hobby of Drone Flying when I stumbled into this video.

Let me know if you don't see the obvious!



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gV63B5UHK8A#at=45

Posted by: Dave_Darling Jul 7 2013, 03:07 PM

What, other than the silver one you can see in the preview image?

--DD

Posted by: euro911 Jul 7 2013, 07:38 PM

Nice shop too

Posted by: steuspeed Jul 7 2013, 08:25 PM

I see a silver 914, and he picked up the paddle off the floor.

Posted by: oldschool Jul 7 2013, 11:15 PM

Nice..yeah that studio shoot was at cinagear that's the place to find all the cool new gear in my world.

Posted by: R8CERX Jul 8 2013, 02:07 AM

Impressive stable shots!

And kept subject in frame all along---how r you keeping subject in place while rotating the drone?

Nice work!

Posted by: SLKWrx Jul 8 2013, 06:04 AM

Wow, on a local level, this would be so cool for an AutoX video! Talk about a teaching aid. I wonder what the rules are in Philly...

Posted by: euro911 Jul 8 2013, 12:13 PM

That's why I ranted (above). Hobbyists are somewhat exempt from FAA regulations (for now), but if you want to engage in 'professional' aerial photography, you've got some problems

Here's some info on legalities:

http://fstoppers.com/using-drones-faa-approval-photos-or-video-is-illegal

http://diydrones.com/profiles/blog/show?id=705844%3ABlogPost%3A28583

http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2013/03/15/faa-halts-mans-drone-photography-business-over-regulations/

Posted by: 1stworks Jul 8 2013, 01:19 PM

Sick!!!!!!

Thanks for posting.

Posted by: oldschool Jul 8 2013, 10:10 PM

Thanks..Yes if you want to play with the boy boys...you better know how and Where to play.

Posted by: Mr.242 Jul 10 2013, 08:47 AM

Charge for only the film editing process or the film rendering, not how the pictures were obtained. Right?

Filming = FREE

Editing/Processing: $$$$

Posted by: oldschool Jul 10 2013, 10:15 AM

lol...your learning

Posted by: euro911 Jul 10 2013, 04:42 PM

Yep

Buy my 2L motor so I can buy that nice TurboAce X830 quad

Posted by: 7TPorsh Jul 10 2013, 07:46 PM

This is a great way to show case a car that is for sale or auction. I bet the fat ass rich Barrett guys would pay good $$$ for one of these to market their car.

Also can you do a shot where you circle a parked car a few times and then hover through its open doors from one side to the other showing the interior.

Super coooool Jaime.

Posted by: euro911 Jul 19 2013, 11:41 PM

Interesting talk about the hobby


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iz19DQ6-eGE

Posted by: euro911 Jul 19 2013, 11:49 PM

More (nano quad)


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WBUVYZkODI

Posted by: oldschool Jul 20 2013, 05:15 PM

cool...

Posted by: Harpo Jul 21 2013, 07:22 AM

Hey this is really cool. How expensive are these? What does a descent one cost? Isn't there one that you can control with your iPhone?

David

Posted by: Rand Jul 22 2013, 12:26 AM

Blade is coming out with a new model that is designed to work with GoPro cameras. It should be pretty reasonable (I would guess under $200 for a BNF).
http://www.bladehelis.com/350QX/

Avoid the iPhone controlled junk. I have a helicopter with an iPhone app to control it (would gladly sell it for $15 plus shipping). There is no substitute for real RC controls. The phone controlled units are just a novelty toy and they have a very short range (similar to a Bluetooth headset).

Posted by: Rand Jul 22 2013, 12:34 AM

Blade is coming out with a new model that is designed to work with GoPro cameras. It should be pretty reasonable. I'm betting a "bind and fly" version will be well under $500 (for use with an existing radio).
http://www.bladehelis.com/350QX/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=r6tyn598dy0
Sky's the limit though. The heli setup we used at the resort had a few thousand invested.

Avoid the phone controlled junk. They are just a novelty toy. I have a helicopter with an iPhone app to control it (which I would gladly sell for $15 plus shipping).
There is no substitute for real RC controls.

Posted by: euro911 Jul 22 2013, 01:08 AM

Geez, for less than $500., it's worth a look-see

Posted by: Mr.242 Jul 22 2013, 08:54 AM

The last video I just shot with my GoPro. I used time lapse at the start and then mounted to my quadcopter. I don't have GPS stable or any other fancy filming ability. However, I think it came out nice with some simple edits.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5iAvdk1ljfc

Posted by: balljoint Jul 22 2013, 09:45 AM

This is neat. When the engine is visible in the corner of the screen is that a result of the camera mount moving or flexing or the wing on the aircraft?

Posted by: Drums66 Jul 22 2013, 03:42 PM

....Very intriguing

Posted by: Mr.242 Jul 22 2013, 09:06 PM

There is some flex in my quadcopter, but also the GoPro mount doesn't quite take it low enough to get it out of the picture. I try tilting the camera as best I can, but then I have to fly this at a weird angle to get the 'shot'.

I'm saving my pennies so I can buy a gimbal that will hang the camera lower and then auto level the camera despite the attitude of the 'copter.

Posted by: rick 918-S Jul 22 2013, 09:09 PM

Did I miss it? What copter are you using?

Posted by: oldschool Jul 22 2013, 10:46 PM

Dude that looks cool...can I be your neighbor, Man your pad is sweetttt.

Posted by: Mr.242 Jul 23 2013, 12:21 AM

Flying a home built hand-me-down I bought off of eBay a few months ago. Bought it to learn and now I'm building up something bigger. Too much fun!

As for the place filmed. In-laws live on the beach. If you watch again, you can see a "A FRAMED" house at the top of the property. That's our cabin. It's my wife's (sugar momma) and our go to place for a small get away from the Seattle people. It's always about the meal, the family, and a few cocktails.

Farming Oysters for personal use on the beach. Yea, Happy Hour at any hour here! Current neighbors are awesome and they make their place look like a fuch'n park setting.

I married UP....way UP!

Posted by: Rand Jul 28 2013, 01:52 PM

Holy cow, that Blade quadcopter I referred to is way more aerobatic than I realized. Must have.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pki4TzdGDPY

Posted by: Eddie914 Jul 28 2013, 03:42 PM

Shifted Cinema also did this video:

http://vimeo.com/51577249

I am partial to this for some reason.

Posted by: Harpo Jul 28 2013, 04:48 PM

Very nice footage and it looks like an awesome course

David

Posted by: oldschool Jul 28 2013, 04:52 PM

Very nice man...I just talk with a guy I did a show with last year....he's going to hook me up
With the dudes that already shoot out here in LA .. Hopefully I'll be camera operating real soon... I need to get some fly time...working On a sizzil real...for some car stuff...should be cool

Posted by: euro911 Jul 28 2013, 06:22 PM

One of my HAM radio buddies is pretty heavy into RC copters and quads. He's planning to build his next (larger) quad from individual components, says it will cost much less than a pre-built RTF or ARF craft. I asked him to order two of everything and we'll get together to build them

GPS, gyro stabilized pan/tilt camera gimbal, FPV, the whole she-bang


He recently attended a function where there was a lifting contest ... one gas-powered quad lifted a payload in excess of 50 lbs

Posted by: Mr.242 Aug 1 2013, 10:18 AM

I've got a DJI F550 flamewheel coming with the Naza V2 GPS on its way.

I'll get some flying time on it and practice my control familiarization. Next purchase has to be a gimbal so I can film with the GoPro with a steady view.

I'd love to get some autocross footage from above and 'chase' a car through the course. The editing is the key to any footage. I often shoot with my GoPro a shot for 3-5 minutes just to edit out most of it for a 10-20 second view.

Good times!

Posted by: wobbletop Aug 1 2013, 11:08 AM

Anyone use FPV equipment? I was thinking of ordering the Fatshark goggles, etc.

Posted by: oldschool Aug 1 2013, 04:33 PM

You said it Brother.... To learn to cut, Now that skill.

Posted by: Mr.242 Aug 13 2013, 10:10 PM

Another cool clip from Shifted Cinema. I'm seriously man crushing on their work.

This one is automobile related.

http://vimeo.com/71559016

Posted by: Rand Aug 13 2013, 10:27 PM

Not to be a skeptic, but I'd love to hear what he builds for how much. Especially if he factors in any time at all. The Blades are great bang for buck. I know my time is worth more than building one from scratch.

Posted by: wobbletop Aug 14 2013, 10:00 AM

I used the following frame ($30) as a basis for my tri copter.
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=28496

I replaced the motor mounts and tail servo mechanism with more robust versions.

Without radio/chargers/shipping etc (ie just the tricopter) it's about $200. If you are starting from scratch (like me) and need radio/battery chargers etc, and include shipping from china, it was $450 with extra batteries/props.

This method allows a lot more flexibility with the design. That could be good or bad.
Also, the building/designing phase is also a fun part of the process for a lot of people.

I just ordered some FPV goggles for my tricopter.

Posted by: wobbletop Aug 14 2013, 10:04 AM

Look up SSG (super simple gimbal) for a low cost solution.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPBL4pPEzNI

Posted by: Rand Aug 14 2013, 12:07 PM

I love it when people build their own. Very cool what you've done.
I also love what that 350qx can do though.

Posted by: euro911 Aug 19 2013, 09:23 PM

I bit the bullet and purchased a DJI Phantom. You can get 'em for as low as $650. I added a set of prop guards and 2 extra batteries to the order.

The Phanotm is really cool. With the built-in GPS, it will fly back to the 'home' location if you happen to lose contact between the TX and RX.




I stuck a small inexpensive 1.2gHz camera on it for my first attempt at FPV




I'm looking at another pre-built quad that cost as little as a scratch built kit http://www.helipal.com/storm-drone-ff-flying-platform-rtf.html?gclid=CJC28POEi7kCFURp7Aodc0UA_A Very cool at only $360.

Posted by: Britain Smith Aug 20 2013, 06:29 PM

Now they need to make one that you can launch and it will follow your car. That would be perfect for Autocross.

-Britain

Posted by: Rand Aug 20 2013, 07:03 PM

Camera on top makes no sense. The Blade will let you shoot downward at any angle you want. And from the sky, downward makes sense. I must be missing something.

Posted by: euro911 Aug 20 2013, 08:05 PM

They show you how to mount the battery (or batteries) on top and the camera below.

Would need a taller landing skid too, but all doable for minor $.




Although, it appears that it works fine with the camera topside


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IbTff0fdNpg

Posted by: wobbletop Aug 20 2013, 10:02 PM

Received my FPV kit today (Fatshark Teleporter V3)

It's not going to be as easy as I figured to fly. The lack of depth perception and the wide angle lens makes it difficult for close in flying. I think if I got it to sufficient height and then switched to goggles, I might be ok.

I also need to get rid of vibrations in the frame.

Posted by: rick 918-S Aug 20 2013, 10:18 PM

My son just did this one with our DJI with Gimbel and go pro 3


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-E66KYxdAIc


Notice how you can see the blade arms rock from right to left but the camera stays stable. We still need to wire the tilt control for the camera on the gimbel.

Posted by: euro911 Aug 21 2013, 01:20 AM

Just don't get caught doing something like this


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ocqB6_y71xE

Posted by: Mr.242 Oct 17 2013, 01:18 PM

Finally have my DJI Flame550 flying. Need to work out some kinks and practice flying. Make sure you view this in 1080HD.

Here's what I shot this weekend at the family farm in WA State!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UGxz9ud8zrs

Posted by: euro911 Oct 18 2013, 12:39 AM

Neat clip. I like the Flame's 'cameo' shadow in the composition. What editing software are you using?


I'm still dicking around with the FPV set up on the DJI Phantom. Running an older GoPro HD 1080, so I had to update the firmware to allow for the menu function for 'live' streaming video out of the AV (TV out) jack.

I've been using a generic 200mW 5.8gHz AV system and an old Citizen 3.8" LCD monitor (not the best method for bright sunny days) ... but it works.




The good news - I just received a Fat Shark 250 mW transmitter and V3 goggle system in the mail today. Bench tested it this evening and it's really cool ... the wife even thinks so

I bought an extra Fat Shark 600mW transmitter for another quad that's on the way (the Walkera QR X350), so I won't have to move one transmitter from craft to craft.

Also bought two larger 5000Mah batteries to power the FPV equipment and extend the flight time, but I need to fabricate a lightweight holder under the craft before it takes to the sky :elliot:




This is some fun shit and you guys are way ahead of me. Just been doing the FPV so far, so I'll have to record some video and figure out how to post it on YouTube one of these days
...

Posted by: mittelmotor Oct 18 2013, 10:14 AM

Not a quad/hex/oct-copter, but a rear-facing video aboard a 45"-span Piper Tomahawk taken out at El Toro.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-D6IT0xgGcs

Posted by: euro911 Nov 4 2013, 11:01 PM

USPS dicked me around on shipping the QR X350 and it was sent back to the vendor ... was told that it has something to do with overseas shipping of lithium batteries

The vendor expedited the second go around shipping via DHL and it arrived on Friday (a month after I ordered it)

Installed the landing skids, prop guards, props and a GoPro mount, but haven't flown it yet. Still need to mount the 5.8gHz FatShark transmitter.

Posted by: oldschool Nov 5 2013, 01:30 AM

So check out my buddy/partner web site he build's them for you as you like.
Oh and also check out our new best...http://www.uav-RC.com

Posted by: oldschool Nov 5 2013, 01:48 AM

Nice stuff man...So what do you grow on the farm? $$$$$$$

Posted by: euro911 Nov 5 2013, 11:42 AM

Looks like a wind farm to me

Posted by: euro911 Nov 7 2013, 03:17 AM

Stopped by the neighborhood park and did a quick flight on my way home from the shop (after my chores were done of course)

Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 7 2013, 10:24 AM

Here's a business my son and I are working on getting started.

http://www.hoverview360.com/

Posted by: Rand Nov 7 2013, 10:50 AM

Cool Rick! But fix the spelling errors before a client sees them. Just from the "about" page....

Bussiness/ Marketing/
Web devolement
Video Produciton
competators

Posted by: oldschool Nov 7 2013, 11:02 AM

Rick I love it We will have our site up soon, I'm geared more to the TV film side of things but real estate is a real option. Plus I'm working on a new show soon about real estate and would love to pick your brain.

Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 7 2013, 11:04 AM

Yep, My son did that..... I think he should have run it through spell check. He just launched it and sent us a link.

Posted by: oldschool Nov 7 2013, 11:25 AM

Just send you a email

Posted by: oldschool Nov 7 2013, 11:30 AM

Marc bring it to G&R...

Posted by: euro911 Nov 7 2013, 01:19 PM

Cool, Rick


I conducted my first Fat Shark goggle flight at the shop parking lot yesterday, but forgot to push the shutter button on the camera, so no recorded video - duh

It was fairly windy, so the video would have sucked anyway. Weird sensation with the goggles too, not as easy as I thought it would be. Think I'm gonna go with a flat screen monitor for a while

The park flight (non-FPV) was a little better (more wiggle room), but I need a lot more seat time before I'd feel comfortable flying around a crowd of people ... so no G&R this time.

Posted by: Rand Nov 7 2013, 03:29 PM

The next Phantom will give you FPV over your phone, with a million other features.





http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-2-vision/

Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 7 2013, 04:48 PM

I can view the go pro with my phone ap but it's several second behind the action.

Posted by: euro911 Nov 12 2013, 06:27 PM

Finally got a video uploaded to youtube


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3at83fH0Fgw

Posted by: bandjoey Nov 12 2013, 07:31 PM

Lady Gagas Flying Dress

We Don Need No Remote Control Man
WeARE The Remote Control.


Attached image(s)

Posted by: oldschool Nov 13 2013, 10:23 AM

Nice Mark...great shoot of your mug also.

Posted by: DBCooper Nov 13 2013, 11:28 AM

OK, I'm unfamiliar with the rules, so tell me something. If one of you fine but curious folks, or the kids of the dick who lives down the street, starts hovering over my backyard pool while we're comfortably at ease in what we thought was the privacy of our own home, can I shoot that M.F. out of the air? Over my own property, of course. Can I?

Posted by: rick 918-S Nov 13 2013, 12:57 PM

Probably not. Why would you assume your back yard is private? Ever heard of google earth? Shoot that down.

Posted by: euro911 Nov 13 2013, 02:48 PM

Hopefully that won't happen, DB, but I'm sure it has happened and will happen to folks in the future as this kind of technology grows. When things like this do happen, it's 'bad press' for all RC aircraft hobbyists and will probably cause some new laws or additional restrictions to get enacted.

Depending on your local ordinances, discharging a firearm into the air might not be the best approach. I would think that a warning to the perpetrators should suffice first time. For additional occurrences you might need to get law enforcement involved

Posted by: DBCooper Nov 13 2013, 03:54 PM

I'm rural enough that shooting is no problem. Google Earth doesn't have the resolution that these noisy little local mosquitoes do, so it might be able to recognize what's going on, but not with who. It could be Google or Taliban for all I know, so if it's on my property and unmanned I'm shooting and we'll see who complains. Sorry kids, if you really want it back you're going to have to knock on my door and ask me for it.

[hmmm.... no grumpy old man icon...]

Posted by: euro911 Nov 14 2013, 01:49 PM

Yeah, didn't edit it ... Youtube almost rejected it, thought my mug shot might scare off some young children

Posted by: bandjoey Nov 14 2013, 03:26 PM

On the tv news a few days ago...FAA is looking into regulations to govern drone aircraft. Hide the Kids, Ma. The Govmnt is coming!

By the way, great photos!

Posted by: euro911 Dec 1 2013, 03:47 AM

STOP THE PRESSES ! ! !

Think Lady Gaga's flying dress was wild, eh ?


Check this out ... The Volocopter VC200



18 rotors, 660 lbs, German design and build ... Downside is it only flies for 20 minutes on a charge ...http://www.e-volo.com/ongoing-developement/vc-200 for more info

Posted by: Mr.242 Dec 1 2013, 12:14 PM

Sorry was away from the WORLD for awhile. Our family farms wheat/barley and now the WIND. Dad retired after 35 years of farming and the land is leased to a family member who also puts his cattle on the land. We have some prime deer and pheasant hunting too!

I love being a farm kid. My backyard was HUGE!

Posted by: Mr.242 Dec 1 2013, 12:20 PM

I would NOT use a firearm. I'd think some sort of arrow with a string or high tensile fishing line attached. When within range I'd lasso that thing and pull it in.

Hold it hostage and when the person comes looking for it. Make sure you have them understand what tactics you will employ to protect your privacy.

The rules are changing. The FAA has some charter locations to review the rules surrounding the pilotless flights. This shall be interesting.

I love my 'copter, but I seriously would not use it in anyway you describe it. What the hell????

Posted by: Mikey914 Dec 27 2017, 11:57 AM

I wanna buy the big one that would actually hold a person and put a big net under it. Fly too close to my place and the drone pirate will get ya!

Posted by: Elliot Cannon Dec 27 2017, 10:50 PM

I think one of the rules now is you can't fly the drone without keeping it in sight at all times.

Posted by: euro911 Dec 28 2017, 12:48 AM

You are correct, Elliot - and sometimes you'll need a spotter on your crew if you're flying FPV with goggles or an LCD monitor.

The FAA has implemented a host of rules & regulations for hobbyists as well as commercial operators. I'm in the process of attaining a commercial license - might as well make some income to offset spending a lot of $ on these damn things

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