Re: helicopter model recommendation

On Jan 24, 3:54 pm, "Anyolmouse" <Anyolmo...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> "PaulH" <paul.h...@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote in message
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news:ce4432cd-a072-48d5-ac89-5cae17d1aca8@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> | I'm looking for a helicopter capable of flying a pre-programmed path
> | for 1hr+ with a 5lb+ payload. Can anybody recommend a model that fits
> | that description? (preferably with a product link)
> |
> | Bonus points if it can return to a charging/fueling station and
> | recharge/refuel itself...
> |
> | Thanks,
> | PaulH
> |
>
> I think it is now illegal to have a model capable of flying as you
> describe. AMA R/C rule #10 states that "the operator of a R/C aircraft
> must be in control the entire flight and maintain visual contact without
> visual enhancement other than prescription corrective lenses. No model
> aircraft shall be equipped with devices which allow it to be flown to a
> selected location which is beyond the visual range of the pilot."
>
> This rule is made necessary by our Federal Guv'mint, not the AMA. It is
> part of  Homeland Security I believe.
>
> --
> Anyolmouse
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I did not know that.
How are these people getting around that limitation?
 http://arl.stanford.edu/users/heli/
 http://web.mit.edu/whall/www/heli/
 http://www-robotics.jpl.nasa.gov/systems/system.cfm?System=13