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Remote-controlled planes allow flying without fear StandardNet He stepped away from full-size helicopters and began working with radio-controlled copters and airplanes. "I had a lot of joy riding in helicopters, because I was right there, but the fun factor went sour when I lost a couple of friends," said the ...

Miniature helicopter hobby has Tulare County devotees - Visalia Times-Delta

Miniature helicopter hobby has Tulare County devotees Visalia Times-Delta Greggor McGrath of Chico assembles an electric 700 class remote-controlled helicopter near the International Agri-Center. Ron Holman John DeNicola, left, of Visalia Hobbies starts a nitro-powered 700 class remote-controlled helicopter. and more »

Miniature planes, helicopters take flight in Pasco gymnasium - Tampabay.com

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Miniature planes, helicopters take flight in Pasco gymnasium Tampabay.com Gorby, 60, has been flying remote control helicopters since 1970. In the last six years as an employee of Pasco Parks and Recreation, he has created an outlet for indoor fliers in the Pasco area, a hotbed of hobbyist fliers.

Remote Control Cars and Helicopters Spy on Your Neighbors [VIDEO] - Mashable

Remote Control Cars and Helicopters Spy on Your Neighbors [VIDEO] Mashable Called “Wi-Spi,” the toys are controlled via Wi-Fi, include night vision capabilities and allow the user to instantly share the footage to Facebook, YouTube or email. The Wi-Spi Helicopter and Intruder join a lineup of other novel remote controls toys ... and more »

From blimp to 'battimamselle' - Trinidad & Tobago Express

From blimp to 'battimamselle' Trinidad & Tobago Express The Montgomery County (north of Houston) Sheriff's Office recently acquired a six-foot, 50-pound ShadowHawk "helicopter" that flies "with nothing more than a laptop computer and a remote control similar to that used for video games".