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Old 17th May 2004, 13:10
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Everything that's old is new again...

Just to let you know, that this has been done.

Back in the 80's Orlando Helicopters (the group that created the WhisperJet and Hummingbird kit) successfully flew a Sikorsky S-52 (HO5S-1) on battery power. I believe they were using lead-acid batteries and a torpedo motor. I'm sure it was a pretty short flight, but proved (?) the concept.



BTW, Do you really think they're keeping it up for seven minutes, or does it just seem like seven minutes?

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