Petrol-engine drones have serious power

Nice! Liquid fuel based engines - definitely a game changer in multi rotors for flying time / range and payload capacity variables.

Fuel based fixed wings have been around for a little while now. One of the world's best is built right here in Knysna, South Africa

http://altiuas.com
 
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You wanna lift 2 people with 100kg max loading weight? Good luck with that.

Still...100kg is pretty good for a drone.
 
Fuel based fixed wings have been around for ages as well as helicopters. The issue is the same as it's always been, synchronising the multi engines, more difficult on a fuel based system.
 
Kosmik said:
Fuel based fixed wings have been around for ages as well as helicopters. The issue is the same as it's always been, synchronising the multi engines, more difficult on a fuel based system.
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In this case the petrol engine generates electricity, not lift.
 
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What consideration is there for safety of the cargo and the people below?
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Not sure what you're asking. That depends on the manufacturer and operator. You get careless and careful people. Flight paths need to reflect human safety for sure. Good video btw - fascinating to see.
 
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