I’ve been looking around the drone scene, standing on the outside for a good few years, 2023 was to be the year I took off, it never happened, although I did get my CAA Flyer & Op id’s sorted.
So, out of the blue for Christmas my better half only gives me a push in, getting me a drone, so here I am. Reading all the info I can find and looking forward to my first take off / flight.
For my first flight (in Lincoln), I live close to a sports & social club with grounds that I can use, once I ok it with the committee. I will also likely need to call RAF Waddington Duty Op’s to get the ok of them (restrictions on certain days / times).
Hopefully this flight / test will happen next weekend at the latest.
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@billyb_imp Good idea Billy. My sister-in-law lives in Lincoln and I’ve spoken with Waddington ATC a few times. Super helpful and you should be ok weekends as they rarily schedule flights during this time.
Ps. Did you mention what drone you have, cant see it?
Our very own Drone Scene is way better though.
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Getting on ok with Drone Scene, easy to use loads of info, I’m already planning where to take off from on our various upcoming breaks & holidays (but dare not tell Margaret this)
