Yes! I am counting the days! Hopefully within the next 3 weeks. T-CAT why can't you fly at your field?
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Thanks guys. The flying field is Apollo. Due to the new FAA rules released and our field being in controlled airspace (Delta), it is not on their approved "fixed site" list for RC aircraft operation. The situation is currently being worked on in hope of gaining approval from the FAA to be added to their list of approved flying sites within controlled airspace. Although I'm optimistic, there is always a chance that the request will be denied. The field just had a jet rally over the weekend and two FAA reps. were at the field observing, answering questions, etc. They appeared very nice, but the decision isn't directly theirs. If the field does get approved, they can further limit flight operations such as lower altitude ceiling, etc.
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Originally posted by T-CAT View PostThanks guys. The flying field is Apollo. Due to the new FAA rules released and our field being in controlled airspace (Delta), it is not on their approved "fixed site" list for RC aircraft operation. The situation is currently being worked on in hope of gaining approval from the FAA to be added to their list of approved flying sites within controlled airspace. Although I'm optimistic, there is always a chance that the request will be denied. The field just had a jet rally over the weekend and two FAA reps. were at the field observing, answering questions, etc. They appeared very nice, but the decision isn't directly theirs. If the field does get approved, they can further limit flight operations such as lower altitude ceiling, etc.
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It's an interesting situation and hope it works out for the best. The flying site is closer than 2 miles to the local airport, which happens to be one of the busiest general aviation airports in the world. Here are a few documents I saw online regarding the matter, and what the eventual plan will be. The "fixed sites" list appears to be a temporary solution, and they explain the plan to come in the future. An excel list and other documents are linked within the websites below such as the current fixed site list of approved flying fields within controlled airspace.
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It's definitely an amazing field! It would be great to see it continue for years to come. Hopefully the agreement will be successful. It's unsure how long it will take to receive word, but hopefully it's sooner than later.
During the event, they had the altitude ceiling down to 250 from 400 feet. It would be likely that they'll keep that lower ceiling if the field receives approval, but we'll see what conditions are stated when/if it occurs.
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Bait and Switch mister!! You're so fired. :Angry: :Scared: :P LOLMy YouTube RC videos:
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Originally posted by Aros.MotionRC View PostYes! I am counting the days! Hopefully within the next 3 weeks.
Still waiting for Callie to do my scheme, but need to set it up and get it maidened before painting/detailing anyway
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Other than any detailed nomenclature you might find on the 1:1 I think the decal sheet should have you covered.My YouTube RC videos:
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Originally posted by Evan D View PostThere's a rumor the F-18 and F-35 shipments were on the same boat... Hope hope hope.....
"As some have posted already the Freewing F-35 pre-orders have started shipping and ALSO the FlightLine Dora has started shipping as well in the US, they will arrive in the EU tomorrow and hopefully start shipping depending on the time the container arrives. F/A-18 are a few short weeks out, they would have been on this container, but got a tad delayed making the gray versions. Going to be a fun couple of weeks!!!"
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Originally posted by JamesonC View Post
James just posted on FB that the F18s didn't make it on that shipment. :(
"As some have posted already the Freewing F-35 pre-orders have started shipping and ALSO the FlightLine Dora has started shipping as well in the US, they will arrive in the EU tomorrow and hopefully start shipping depending on the time the container arrives. F/A-18 are a few short weeks out, they would have been on this container, but got a tad delayed making the gray versions. Going to be a fun couple of weeks!!!"
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The good news is she will be worth the wait and the wait is nearly over! :Cool:My YouTube RC videos:
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