TimS Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 Don't know if this has been covered...I wonder how long before the first drone/aircraft collision fatality? Federal investigators will undertake their first probe of a mid-air collision between a civilian drone and a traditional aircraft. An Army UH-60 helicopter was flying east of Staten Island on Sept. 21 when it collided with a Phantom 4 quad copter drone made by China-based SZ DJI Technology Co., the National Transportation Safety Board said in a press release Thursday. The incident is the first confirmed mid-air collision between a manned aircraft and one of the millions of drones that have flooded the U.S. market in recent years. The Federal Aviation Administration, which is assisting the investigation, has logged more than 1,000 reports of drone safety incidents, including cases of the devices flying close to jetliners. The case also comes as the FAA and other federal agencies are debating whether to require that drones be equipped with radio-tracking devices to improve security and safety. NTSB investigators identified and interviewed the operator of the drone and obtained data on the unmanned vehicle’s flight, the agency said. The Army is conducting a separate review. The Phantom 4, made by China-based SZ DJI Technology Co., weighs about three pounds (1.38 kilograms) and is part of the world’s most popular family of civilian drones. It has a high-definition camera and is designed for professionals and high-end amateur users. Depending on the accessories, it can cost more than $1,000. While the NTSB release contained few details, there are multiple restrictions against drone operations in New York. Most of the region is off limits to drone flights without special FAA authorization because of the proximity to several busy airports. The agency also prohibits drones being flown beyond an operator’s line of sight, and they must stay within 400 feet of the ground, below where helicopters typically operate. DJI is assisting the NTSB investigation, the company said in an emailed statement. “We have always instructed drone operators to obey the laws and regulations applicable to drones in their jurisdiction, and we urge our customers to fully educate themselves about how to fly safely,” the company said. Show someone how to catch striped bass and they'll be ready to fish anywhere. Show someone where to go striped bass fishing and you'll have a desperate report chaser with loose lips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belmo Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 Staten Island for the win! Terri Mae does not approve this message, but screw him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Wayne Tj Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 It ain't the first, I've been fighting my underwriter to pay for a paint job. America, the country so great that even its haters refuse to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eagles Dare Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 I'd think a drone would be like a bug on the windshield of a real aircraft. I'll have mine on the rocks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gotcow? Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 21 minutes ago, Eagles Dare said: I'd think a drone would be like a bug on the windshield of a real aircraft. Unless of course they go thru the windshield. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadogface Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 Or into the turbine sweetheart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Tj Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 SIDE BAR .... The number of military helicopters that I see flying over the Hudson River has increased dramatically since Trump was elected POTUS. America, the country so great that even its haters refuse to leave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makorider Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 Spoiler I could see being sucked into the mill being an issue, but there is not much to those phantoms. Cant imagine blade damage from one. Do copters ever hit birds? More mass there, I'd think that's more of an issue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makorider Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 ^^whats going on there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrianBM Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 I dunno. I have the buttons but there doesn't seem to be anything to see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seadogface Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 Dented a rotar blade ... sweetheart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makorider Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 14 minutes ago, BrianBM said: I dunno. I have the buttons but there doesn't seem to be anything to see. Grey line that says reveal hidden contents Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
makorider Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 Maybe only I see it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishnmagician Posted October 6, 2017 Report Share Posted October 6, 2017 (edited) where is Kneel? he will defend this nonsense..... helicopters should be armed to take these things down..... Edited October 6, 2017 by fish'nmagician Eggy 10-13 LAA 7-14 50-50 2-15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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