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UAV Drone vs RC Models

Posted by Mike Radoslovich on August 26, 2008 at 11:27am
Can anyone offer a definition or "official" or commonly recognized difference between an Amateur UAV and an RC Model?

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  • 100KM
    crystal garris August 26, 2008 at 2:33pm
    technically speaking a uav is any aircraft without a pilot in it (and this is straight from the FAA).
    a rc aircraft is a type of uav . the main distinction that the FAA makes is commercial or hobby use.
  • Mike Radoslovich August 26, 2008 at 11:36am
    Interesting. Then do see that as the only significant difference? Thanks.
  • 3D Robotics
    Chris Anderson August 26, 2008 at 11:31am
    Short form: A UAV has the ability to fly autonomously to GPS waypoints.
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