If you are at all familiar with BBC automotive program known as Top Gear, then you know all about that mysterious character who never takes his mask off called only “The Stig”. Well it looks like he is getting his very own helicopter released in his honor, and even if you aren’t a fan of the show it looks like a whole lot of fun to play with. The helicopter will feature twin rotors which allow for a much higher level of maneuverability compared to single tail rotor helicopters. The best part is that this one won’t break your bank, retailing at just $60. [CrunchGear]
Draganflyer X6 R/C Helicopter is designed for aerial photography and video. It allows more frequent recon missions at a fraction of the cost of larger surveillance aircraft. Its anti-vibration camera mount is made to hold digital cameras (Night Vision/Thermal/Standard), Hi-Def camcorder, and weapons, offering 90 degrees of remote controlled tilt, while GPS technology will automatically hold the copter steady at one position. The GPS feeds positioning data into the remote control’s LCD from which you get execute variety of tactile controls. It can climb 23 feet per second, turn 90 degrees in the same time or do fly-bys at 30 MPH. To get this cool recon copter, you will need to contact Draganflyer for price, availability and particulars about differing camera modules selection. [DraganFly VIA PeepCulture]
Check out the world’s lightest personal chopper, the Libelula rocket-powered helicopter backpack. Designed by Tecnologia Aeroespacial Mexicana (makers of jet packs) this new concept of jetpacks will about to take you anywhere. [Tecaeromex]
