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The RAF will be taking receipt of a new UAV system after the Christmas Holidays. At the start of the year it was decided that the RAF should have a fixed wing remote control plane to help teach the theory of flight in RAF in a more practical way. This idea developed from a remote control aeroplane into a fully fledged UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle). The purpose of the system is to allow for the RAF section to achieve the following: -Practical teaching of basic part 1 and 2 theory -Teaching and use of GIS (geographical information systems) to create and operate autonomous missions -Allow cadets to become registered and certified drone pilots with the CAA -Allow the RAF section to integrate with Tri-section training -Allow for teamwork and leadership challenges based around the flight and operation of the UAV The drone is being built by cadets over the Christmas break and handover will take place after the holiday. A training cadre will establish the use of the Drone within the RAF, training cadets in all aspects of the drone, from basic flight skills to more advanced mission planning, safety and technical aptitudes. These cadets will pass training though the RAF giving many cadets the opportunity to interact with the UAV, both in a direct manner, as well as a wider part of any training conducted. Further to this all cadets who complete the training will become CAA registered and gain a flyer ID allowing them to legally operate drones above 250g. Key Stats: Wing Span: 2000mm Length: 1700mm Flight Time: 1hr+ -2x onboard HD Camera -Live Stream FPV -Dual Controls -Live telemetry and flight data -Autopilot and flight assist -GPS, Altimeter, Barometer -Payload Delivery -Failsafe systems (height/distance safety restrictions) The UAV is based on the X-UAV Talon airframe, a film will be available on the MTS CCF YouTube channel when the EITS (Eye in The Sky) program is in operation. Photo Credit: X-UAV