I would be interested in anyone one who could tell me whether a large scale 
flying model which meets the following specifications is in existence or 
could be constructed for under $30,000.  The craft would have to meet the 
following specifications:                                1. The craft may be 
either fixed wing or helo.  However, it should be smaller than nine feet in 
diameter or wingspan.  It should be able to carry a payload of up to ten 
pounds in addition to the video camera which would be required to transmit 
remote to my receiver so that I could pilot/guide it via my video receiver. 
Naturally it would require an advanced radio control mechcanism which would 
be necessary for me to adequately control its manuvers pursuant to the images 
which I would be receiving from the video camera/transmitter.  The craft 
would have to have a cruising range of 20Km or 12.4 miles.  Naturally, it 
would have to be designed to carry a sufficient amount of fuel to meet this 
specification.  once airborne, the craft should be able to reach a maximum 
speed of at least twenty (20) miles per hour.  It should be highly 
manueverable and the video transmiter should be able to transmit clear 
picture from at least ten (10) miles away to ensure proper navigation.  An 
internal compass or navigational aid would not be required.                   
                                               2.  If a comparable craft 
current exists on the market, I would be very interested in learning where I 
may obtain one and what price I could expect to pay.  However, if such a 
craft is not readily available, I would be interested in learning if such a 
craft could be manufactured and what costs would be associated with such 
production.  I would also be interested in any legitimate bids for production 
or offers to sell.       However, simply placing the necessary remote 
(radio/video) control mechanisms in a existing craft designed for a human 
pilot is unacceptable.  The craft should be relatively small as specified 
above. I look foward to any legitimate responses to this querry.
--- Maximus 2.02
---------------