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Crazy Chinese Pilots Test Home-Brew Aircraft
Videos posted recently of crazy Chinese pilots testing their homemade flying machines. The helicopter’s tail almost hits the ground on takeoff, while the ultralight - which is held together by bailing twine - shakes so much that the pilot can barely take his hands off the controls. On the positive side, the aircraft are cheap to build. The pilot of one said it cost him less than RMB20,000 (less than 2,000 euros) Look out Boeing and Airbus: Heeeere comes China! (h/t Shanghaiist)
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Totally amazing !!
That’ really interesting.
well I have to say I am impressed for a versitile little chopper, it may be unstable now but I am sure with a bit more work it would be a real winner.
can anyone give me any details regarding the builder such as contacts details?
yes I m serious with my request so could others please be serious with their replies!
thank you and I hope to hear from you soon