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Started this discussion. Last reply by Bobby Russell Jul 1, 2011. 2 Replies

On July 8th, Ardu launches onboard our mission StratoShuttle-1.  SS-1 is a testflight and the kickoff of our Stratospheric UAV Program. We launch 1hr before the Shuttle to be in the perfect FPV…Continue

 

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Scott Fitzgerald commented on Bobby Russell's blog post Redbull Stratos (Felix Baumgartner's space jump) and FPV Testing for upcoming Stratoshuttle Contest
"Great work!  We have a common interest:  Teaching students to dream big and show them how to make it happen.  Our stem group has done several successful high altitude balloon launches with students of all ages in our community. …"
Oct 18, 2012
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"This weekend we are taking our RAVEN into Ft irwin as part of a two prong SAR effort. We'll capture FPV...from our 172 Skyhawk and Raven."
Oct 17, 2012
Bobby Russell commented on Bobby Russell's blog post Redbull Stratos (Felix Baumgartner's space jump) and FPV Testing for upcoming Stratoshuttle Contest
"Thank John!  Yes, a larger balloon 3000g would take you higher.  We flew what we had on hand as we decided to go do this a day after the first scrub.  You can also go higher with lighter payload and a smaller fill.  Have you…"
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John C. commented on Bobby Russell's blog post Redbull Stratos (Felix Baumgartner's space jump) and FPV Testing for upcoming Stratoshuttle Contest
"Awesome pics...what would it have taken to get your payload to 120k+ feet?  Bigger balloon?"
Oct 16, 2012
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Redbull Stratos (Felix Baumgartner's space jump) and FPV Testing for upcoming Stratoshuttle Contest

 We took our FPV equipment, put it on a balloon, and sent it up in tandem with Felix Baumgartner.  I'm low on sleep and I'm dealing with News on running the story now but here are some cool pics and basics.  I'll post more as I can tomorrow, but there's a lot more info on our…See More
Oct 16, 2012
Bobby Russell replied to Bobby Russell's discussion ArduSpace!
"T-7 Days... we will highlight many awesome FPV pilots work around the world from our Mission Control Center at Kennedy Space Center in just 7 days!  Juz70 is just one of many!   Our countdown clock starts with at 9AM CST on Tuesday…"
Jul 1, 2011
Bobby Russell replied to Bobby Russell's discussion ArduSpace!
"The buildout is underway.  We are at t-8 days and counting.  Our countdown clock starts tomorrow!  questforstars.com a 501(c)3 non-profit bringing FPV access to nearspace with drones!  Thanks to our friends at agency and…"
Jun 30, 2011
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ArduSpace!

On July 8th, Ardu launches onboard our mission StratoShuttle-1.  SS-1 is a testflight and the kickoff of our Stratospheric UAV Program. We launch 1hr before the Shuttle to be in the perfect FPV position to capture histrory. We've done it twice as you'll see in this video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKBQQ-2WKqg Onboard:2x gopro HD stills Video1x gopro HD Video standalone1x gopro HD Video with FPV1x fatshark CCD killer pan tiltscamer…See More
Jun 20, 2011

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Redbull Stratos (Felix Baumgartner's space jump) and FPV Testing for upcoming Stratoshuttle Contest

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