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Old 10th Oct 2008, 09:38
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james michael
 
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I'm with you on the situation.

While they emerge they need some 'nurturing'. But, payload arguments fall short of my expectations that they tell us where they are. Or, we end up with Bing's dedicated airspace.

Example - Defence re Wide bay Qld:
As an integral part of the Army training program it is necessary for UAV operators to train and practice prior to deployment.
The wide Bay Training Areas (R681 A&B) are ideal for this. However the terrain is not satisfactory for launch and recovery (under training).
ADF proposes a Restricted Area extension to the south east of R681 encompassing the defence owned airstrip south west of Tin Can Bay.

Herti, Kingfisher - shape of things to come. Up to us how we meld them into Oz airspace.
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