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Old 03-19-2016 | 09:37 PM
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Originally Posted by CESSNA 421
Think about this, do any of our radios legally have the power output to control something a mile away?
Yes off the shelf equipment can do 1 mile very easily.

This video shows stock 2.4Ghz equipment working out to 5+ miles.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0lxLJOLr7xQ

The specifications on DJI's Phantom 4 site lists FCC compliance to 3.1 miles.

http://www.dji.com/product/phantom-4/info#specs

Many radios can be fitted with UHF systems that are good for 30+ miles.

http://www.fpvpro.com/dragonlink/
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