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Originally Posted by Porsche-O-Phile
55 pounds or more (like the stuff Seahawk is working on, most likely) follow a different (N-number) process re similar to that used for “regular” manned aircraft but still require registration.
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We have three UAS, two under 55lbs (the commercial variants - one a ducted fan UAS the other a blended wing lifting body) and the DoD UAS that weighs in at 59lbs.
The 55lb limit, btw, is arbitrary an number based on Boeing/Insitus's Scan Eagle - which weights-in just under 55lbs. I was instrumental in deploying many Scan Eagles on Navy ships.
Boeing lobbied hard to make sure their UAS met any new criteria. Honestly, what is the kinetic affect of a 55lb projectile or a 75lb projectile if the 75lb projectile flies 1/2 as fast as the 55lb projectile?
Arbitrary number.
The real revolution in UAS is in the sensors. We put a EO camera on a gimble (based on the iPhone cameras) on our ducted fan UAS because it weights ounces. Think about that.
To the OP, get a pellet gun to make it more sporting.