Vintage Aviation News

JULY 8, 2025

manages the world’s only commercial fleet capable of sustained Mach 2 flight and high-altitude payload deployment.  Photo by Luigino Caliaro This particular flight was notable for carrying a payload mounted under the left wing—part of a program covered by proprietary or restricted information.

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Pilot Institute

APRIL 5, 2025

Compared to competitors, DJI drones do not have modular payload options or unique camera capabilities that limit their adaptability for specialized tasks like thermal imaging, LiDAR mapping, or flying with heavy payloads. Are there must-have features in terms of the camera, drone body, or payload capacities? It features a .6

Payload

Plane and Pilot

OCTOBER 3, 2024

From the pilot’s seat it cruises near effortlessly and handles nimbly on land or water with a great combination of stability and modest control pressures. Just recognizable in the background is a horizontal stabilizer and one-piece elevator. lb/sq ft Power loading 10.32

Airplanes

Pilot Institute

MARCH 25, 2025

Flight Stability and GPS Accuracy Reliable GPS modules allow precise geotagging of images, which is necessary for accurate positioning and data accuracy. Payload Capacity for Additional Sensors Some mapping tasks require specialized equipment, such as LiDAR scanners or thermal imaging cameras. Phantom 4 Pro V2.0

Payload