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R/C helicopter pilot killed in flying accident

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06-09-2013 4:28pm

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T-Maxx

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http://www.independent.ie/world-news/americas/remotecontrol-helicopter-pilot-killed-and-almost-decapitated-29557962.html

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#2 06-09-2013 5:03pm
crazygeryy

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its mad the way they keep referring to it as a toy.
that is no toy thats for sure.
amazing how he could fly it though.

rip.

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#3 07-09-2013 12:14pm
coolwings

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A terrible tragedy for his family and friends, RIP, but it's also a timely reminder about safety to all of us, and the potential damage powerful models can cause in an unguarded instant.

Thx for posting the link T-Maxx.

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#4 07-09-2013 11:42pm
syl77

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3rd RC heli accedent resulting in death this year... was one in sweeden in July(Man with Gaui X7) and another in malaysia where by a heli killed an 18 month old baby - heli went into crowd.

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