Regarding "rocket", I've heard other plane spotters refer to commercial takeoffs that exceed 3000 ft/min as "rocket takeoffs" - this AirCam seemed to hit 500 ft in about 10sec so X6 would be 3000 ft if he could sustain that climb for another 50 seconds.
What is the function of the word "rocket" in the video title." Notice the clockwise roll at the moment of liftoff...a momentary shortfall in lift from the right wing?
Great performer, but there is no way I would sit out way forward like that with no protection!! The aircraft was designed for National Geographic years ago as a filming ship, so that's exactly why it is designed the way it is!
Regarding "rocket", I've heard other plane spotters refer to commercial takeoffs that exceed 3000 ft/min as "rocket takeoffs" - this AirCam seemed to hit 500 ft in about 10sec so X6 would be 3000 ft if he could sustain that climb for another 50 seconds.
That's a lotta power in a small plane!
What is the function of the word "rocket" in the video title." Notice the clockwise roll at the moment of liftoff...a momentary shortfall in lift from the right wing?
No, it was pilot induced. May been holding a little aileron for a crosswind, and then let out because it wasn't needed.
Great performer, but there is no way I would sit out way forward like that with no protection!! The aircraft was designed for National Geographic years ago as a filming ship, so that's exactly why it is designed the way it is!
These shots are 100% automated? Is this Iris Automation tech?
Yes, the aircraft tracking is 100% automated using my own software (weekend hobby)
Nice camera work - not.