A group of drone manufacturers from Washington tested out the power of their new model by using it for a new purpose: drone surfing.Video from the experiment shows a mix of technology and water sports, with a drone taking the place of a kite that might be used in wake boarding.
According to Hugh Bell from Freefly Systems, the team practiced on the ground with a skateboard before taking to the sea. The team then used a skimboard to get some distance while an eight rotor drone pulled the surfer along the water.
The team pointed out that the maneuver was performed by Firefly employees and professional drone pilots and that it should not be replicated.
A version of this video with rights-free music is available via the download link. Credit: YouTube/Freefly Systems