Is there any information regarding flying near microwave towers. (See photo) I was reluctant to fly near this even though it's maybe 1/3 mile away. See Attached photo
Flying near microwave towers
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StantonZ
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The frequency bands used by the RC/AC and terrestrial microwave are far enough apart that there shouldn't be any communication issues. Having said that, I still wouldn't fly directly in the path of the microwave link (look at the dish) any more than I would walk (you get my meaning) directly in the path of a microwave link--at least not within several hundred feet.
Walking in front of a microwave involves human organic tissue. May I ask if you know how far apart the frequencies are? What are these things on top of the hill? Thank you
cgmaxed
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I've flown a few types of DJI drones near towers like these, about 100-50 ft away, but never directly in front of the transmitter/receiver attachments. My RC controller and myself were over 1.5 miles away. I had no signal interference whatsoever. It sure was interesting to get a close up look at these monstrous radio towers. The one a flew around was 600ft tall. It was absolutely imperative to avoid the supporting cables of the tower. Needless to say, I didn't hover around very long. Too dangerous considering the cabling surrounding the thing.
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