Originally Posted by
vertical grimmace
The AMA does not have to underwrite the activity of FPV and autonomous flight. I agree that it is not a multi rotor thing, it is an autonomous and FPV thing. This technology can be used on any type of aircraft. The ability to fly an aircraft, long distances, using a video screen to maintain orientation for the pilot, is where the rubber meets the road. That is where the problem lies. The only limitation is the battery/ engine duration. Yes, the AMA has rules, but they are not being followed.
Originally Posted by
vertical grimmace
The AMA, as our lobby, has the ability to separate itself from this other type of flying and help to build the case that they are not us. At least giving us a chance to preserve our ability to fly our models.
AMA isn't underwriting the activity of uav, nor nor do I think they will in the future. AMA will never separate itself from this segment of the hobby nor should they (just my own personal opinion). It's the largest growth segment of the hobby right now, why would the AMA turn that down? Doing so would be as reactionary as some of the rules we are complaining about the feds enacting. Exclude uav because some dopes are actin dopey? Nope, fine them, jail them if need be, It's a strategic and long term position they are taking, the only one that makes sense I think. And no, I don't fly 'em...strictly fixed wing.