Tractor from drone's pov

[Rustyiron]

Yes, but don't you feel safer now:laughing:
So if you outlaw unregistered drones, only criminals will have them? FWIW I heard that the registration "list" will be public access via website to all the info.

 

[rd_macgregor]

What is the purpose of the solar panel in the back window of the tractor?
Also, do you find it awkward to use the backhoe with a cabbed tractor?
Nice sharp pics.
Bob

 

[k0ua]

What is the purpose of the solar panel in the back window of the tractor?
Also, do you find it awkward to use the backhoe with a cabbed tractor?
Nice sharp pics.
Bob

I would be willing to bet real money that the solar panel is to keep the battery of the tractor in good shape when he is not using it. A simple battery charger that has no operating expense beyond the initial purchase price.

 

[joefromga]

What is the purpose of the solar panel in the back window of the tractor?
Also, do you find it awkward to use the backhoe with a cabbed tractor?
Nice sharp pics.
Bob

Correct, the solar charger keeps the battery maintained. You need to use a controller with it and most are included to keep the voltage right and no pulling from the battery when it's dark. It's 10w which is plenty and works even after the sun goes beyond the horizon on cloudy days. Just a little light is all it needs.

It's also keeps my gps tracker from trickling down the battery. I get live reporting of where my tractor is at all times and if the ignition gets turned on it reports voltage and ignition status as well. Geo fencing and other options. Trackmate gps is what I have. It uses cellular data and was easy to install using the radio wires.

The backhoe works outside of the cab so it's really easy but you have to get out. The rear window does open so I guess you could try and stretch but it's not meant to be used from inside the cab.

 

[jerrybob]

Are you allowed to shoot down a registered drone with a registered gun?:confused2:

 

[Threepoint]

Hey Joe, that's a lot of tractor on that car hauler! What is that vehicle you're towing it with? Looks like it might be a short wheel base Class C RV.

 

[Threepoint]

Are you allowed to shoot down a registered drone with a registered gun?:confused2:

Maybe so. Depends on the circumstances, and the judge...
Judge Dismisses Charges on Man Who Shot Down Drone in Backyard | Cop Block

 

[CCWKen]

Actually, point-of-fact, Congress declared it so, POTUS signed it, and the Supreme Court affirmed it. Not that I like it....

Your facts are in error. Show me the statute enacted by Congress. The FAA is authorized by the CFR to regulate air and space and is Administrative Law. Which power is as defined by the POTUS. Congress had nothing to do with it.

 

[Ranchofla]

Your facts are in error. Show me the statute enacted by Congress. The FAA is authorized by the CFR to regulate air and space and is Administrative Law. Which power is as defined by the POTUS. Congress had nothing to do with it.

The statutory parameters of a model aircraft operation are outlined in Section 336 of Public Law 112-95 (the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012) (PDF). Individuals who fly within the scope of these parameters do not require permission to operate their UAS; any flight outside these parameters (including any non-hobby, non-recreational operation) requires FAA authorization. For example, using a UAS to take photos for your personal use is recreational; using the same device to take photographs or videos for compensation or sale to another individual would be considered a non-recreational operation.

Model Aircraft Operations

Rancho

 

[Luke'sScreenName]

Your facts are in error. Show me the statute enacted by Congress. The FAA is authorized by the CFR to regulate air and space and is Administrative Law. Which power is as defined by the POTUS. Congress had nothing to do with it.

I can see how you misconstrued my post. I was referring to Obamacare as mentioned in the post I replied to :stirthepot: not the drone regs. Merry Christmas everyone!