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  1. ArmyVet

    GPS capable drones and Return Home

    Ok, Great info. I have not convinced my self to build one yet. My skills with small parts are declining. The last time I repaired a Ham Radio, a 10 minute job took 45 minutes ughh Any info on RTF like Phantom or others??? Or are these controllers you mention ubiquitous across brands??? Thanks...
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    GPS capable drones and Return Home

    I am still not ready to upgrade but performing my due diligence haha. My question is: On a GPS capable Quad when activating "Return to Home". At what altitude does that normally happen? What does it depend on and does this apply to "low on battery/return to home"? My home is surrounded by lots...
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    Help! old dude here that doesnt have a clue!

    FastVette. Getting old sucks lol. I am 68 and still trying ughh. One tip I learned, when you are getting ready to bore the earth or prune trees. Try not to panic. Right lol But release the right stick, let the software get you level. And, very important, apply left stick throttle. Quickly but...
  4. ArmyVet

    Newbie looking for advice to hang Christmas lights

    Glad that worked for you! Question? How did you dispense the line? Reel? Spool? That is one area am having problems with.
  5. ArmyVet

    Newbie looking for advice to hang Christmas lights

    I have been thinking about this to get a Ham Radio Antenna up into 2 trees. But hate to lose my quad. Hams use compressed air shooters to throw a fishing line up and over. Then pull the actual antenna wire up using the fishing line. Try something like this...
  6. ArmyVet

    Phantom Standard on sale at Sams Club.

    Yepper. But I am counting my beans and can't swing it this time. Retired and living hi on the hog LOL
  7. ArmyVet

    Phantom Standard on sale at Sams Club.

    Phantom Standard on sale at Sams Club. $379 for members only of course. Sounds like a good deal. I am thunking.
  8. ArmyVet

    Area51

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    Area51

    My wife and I drove up to Groom Lake Road (dirt/sand road) a few years back, that supposedly is the entrance to Area 51. There are signs that say the gate is a few miles down the road. My wife was too scared to go any further. I told her to wait here, that got me a dirty look........hahaha...
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