Recent content by FlyGuyNH

Having shot several NASCAR events at our local track (NHMS), I can absolutely tell you there is a minimum altitude of 3,000' AGL while the event is in progress. ATC has no problem with me flying (a plane) in the area. That said, any "aircraft" below that would be violating the TFZ, subject to...

That we know of....

I ran across this mindset while shooting in a helicopter. I called to let them know we would be shooting very close, and could we land on the dam to remove the door? (it was a very large dam) They said absolutely not, and claimed an NFZ. So we made a point of flying VERY low over the admin...

No, they do not. Only the FAA controls the national airspace. Simple.

Why not just replace the sky?

BS

Not true. I run Litchi in airplane mode all the time.

We see them here often. The other day I had just taken off, climbing straight up when I saw one approaching- SPORTS MODE, FULL DOWN STICK! Not only can they take you out of the air, but they were here first.

Taken Oct 9, 2018 in Moultonborough NH. 2:37PM. Mavic Pro. 125 meters. Auto exposure, some minor Photoshopping.

They can also attach aux fuel tanks the the stub wing.

You would be wrong. The only altitude limitation for a helicopter (in uncontrolled airspace) is enough altitude to make a safe landing in the event of an engine failure. With proper airspeed that can be one foot. (Rated helo pilot)

No, it does not. An R-22 is a fragile little machine, but even in a bigger fixed wing the instinct is to avoid, not collide. Having said that, the whole story sounds a bit fishy to me. (MP owner, fixed-wing and helo pilot.)

Only in America. New Jersey Makes It Illegal to Fly Drones While Drunk

Often the victim in the icy water cannot even put a PFD on, never mind haul in a heavier rope. Delivering a set of Ice Spikes may be a better use of time sometimes. (Of course, not if they're not "Approved, Official Rescue" Ice Spikes") ;)

"Official rescue operations". REALLY? Next time I see someone in need of immediate assistance, I'll just tell them that I'm not an "Official Rescue Person". :eek: