[RayJr]

Originally Posted by bbbair

You DO NOT NEED a High power transmitter.

All of our flying is done within visual range of the pilot, our Transmitters have less than a watt of power - usually 1/2 watt, and they work very well.

The current Style of Radio systems that are popular, are the 2.4 GHz Digital system. Lots of manufacturers out there, lots of options. You can have something simple or Super High Tech, depending on your bank account and the type of model that you have.

FPV - you'll have talk to the fellows that enjoy that venue. Again; lots of options, how much fun can you afford?

Hi, Thanks for the info. If you must fly in visual range of the pilot, why are people allowed to fly using FPV goggles? They can't see their plane.

[Mike Sebastien]

Originally Posted by RayJr

Hey, thanks for the tips. I did mention I built a plane already I think. And am a real life pilot. > 10 years flying exp. I'm familar with most airplaney words I also believe i can find a 100 feet er so of flat ground in NS. Its not THAT small of a province.

I would say just because something hasn't been done yet doesn't mean it can't be - but this has been done before. You tube has lots of warbirds flying FPV.

I can't count how many times I have heard "I fly real airplanes so I can do it". usually they are the toughest guys to teach as they have preconceptions on how it is done.

I have lived in NS and you need at least 300 to 400 ft of smooth grass to land on. Good luck finding that.

Let us know how you make out.

[Mike Sebastien]

Originally Posted by RayJr

Hi, Thanks for the info. If you must fly in visual range of the pilot, why are people allowed to fly using FPV goggles? They can't see their plane.

Has to stay within visual range of the spotter.

[RayJr]

Originally Posted by Mike Sebastien

I can't count how many times I have heard "I fly real airplanes so I can do it". usually they are the toughest guys to teach as they have preconceptions on how it is done.

I have lived in NS and you need at least 300 to 400 ft of smooth grass to land on. Good luck finding that.

Let us know how you make out.

Probably as many times as I've heard people say " you can't do that ".

[Mike Sebastien]

Originally Posted by RayJr

Probably as many times as I've heard people say " you can't do that ".

Of course you can do it, just not the way you plan to.

[RayJr]

Originally Posted by Mike Sebastien

Has to stay within visual range of the spotter.

Perfect! Thanks. That makes sense. Do you know if the rules specify where the spotter has to stand relative to the person operating the model or how many spotters you can have? Assuming your all in voice communication of course.

[RayJr]

Originally Posted by Mike Sebastien

Of course you can do it, just not the way you plan to.

I suppose time will tell.

[Mike Sebastien]

Originally Posted by RayJr

Perfect! Thanks. That makes sense. Do you know if the rules specify where the spotter has to stand relative to the person operating the model or how many spotters you can have? Assuming your all in voice communication of course.

The spotter has to be able to the transmitter and regain control of the airplane.

Here is the challenge: You build a Top flite warbird of your choice and successfully fly it with FPV and I will buy you a case of beer.

[RayJr]

Originally Posted by Mike Sebastien

The spotter has to be able to the transmitter and regain control of the airplane.

Here is the challenge: You build a Top flite warbird of your choice and successfully fly it with FPV and I will buy you a case of beer.

Haha, I like your style Mike.

Deal.

[JHUSS]

FPV on a warbird sounds tuff, good luck and what bird did you decide to buy?