Million-dollar drone has mile high ambitions in Abu Dhabi

Thursday, 19 November 2015 at 12:20

A million-dollar drone has helped launch the Big Boys Toys exhibition in Abu Dhabi, and developers have sky-high ambitions for the craft. Designers of the special edition golf plated ‘Wingcopter’ say it’s the fastest in the world at 150 kph and they plan to use it to help the refugees crisis. Tom Plummer, Founder and CEO of Wingcopter explains his vision.

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Gadget fans at the event that runs until November 21 can also see hover boards and catch a glimpse of the ‘Tumbler’ bat mobile on display. The collection of luxury lifestyle products across 10 public-friendly categories include drive, lifestyle, marine, aviation, digital, wellness, adventure, off-road, ride and fashion.

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