Recent content by Dust off

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    Firefighters try to drown drone

    I suggest you read the a.m. a rules for drone operation as well as the proposed FAA rules for drone operation. This guy was in the wrong he did not have the proper authority nor did he have the proper permission to operate in a reckless manner. He is a recreational toy drone operator he is not...
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    Firefighters try to drown drone

    When you get your pilots license you will understand effects that thermal air has on aircraft. A toy helicopter or toy drone is very susceptible to thermal air currents. These up and downdrafts can cause the loss of control of the drone by the operator. The loss of control of the Drone can...
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    Firefighters try to drown drone

    First let me say that I am a licensed pilot, retired firefighter, and a hobby video production enthusiast. I have to say this guy was totally in the wrong. He was endangering the lives of the people around the area of operation, of the drone. As a hobbyist he is prohibited from flying in...