SPORT CLASS
Current as of 01/28/2019
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2.
SPORT CLASS
Note: An
airframe that is considered to be a “Quickie” style model may race in this
class if it is not also flying in the Sport Quickie Class.
2.1
This class will use a minimum time of 2:00
minutes on a 700’ course over a 10-lap heat. Time may be adjusted depending on the course size.
2.2
If the plane flies faster than 2:00
minutes, the pilot will receive “0” points for the heat and the time will
not be reported, other than to inform the pilot that he has flown faster than
2:00.
2.3
The use of timing devices on the flight
line by either the pilot or caller or anyone else to give an indication of lap
times to the pilot is not allowed. This
includes timers built into transmitters. If
it is discovered that a timing device has been utilized the pilot will be
disqualified from the heat.
2.4
All engines and airframes must comply with the current AMA safety
code.
2.5
Minimum wing area is 400 square inches.
2.6
Maximum wingspan is 80 inches
2.7
Maximum weight is 20 lbs., fueled and ready to fly.
2.8
Power system may be glow, gas or electric.
2.9
Engines and mufflers may be modified as long as it does not cause a
safety concern.
2.10
Mufflers or tuned pipes are required on
all 2-stroke engines.
2.11
Airframes may be modified as long as it
does not cause a safety concern.
2.12
Any propeller driven airframe is allowed.
2.13
Wings must use bolts to hold the wing on,
no rubber bands.
2.14
Servos used on flight control surfaces
must be of the type that uses 4 screws and all 4 screws must be in place.
2.15
Servo must be of adequate size and
strength for the surface(s) it controls. It
will be at the CD’s discretion to not allow an airframe to fly if there is a
concern that the servos are not adequate or if there are any questions as to the
airworthiness of the plane.
2.16
Any fuel may be used as long as it complies with the current AMA
safety code.
2.17
Any propeller may be used as long as it complies with the current
AMA safety code.
2.18
EZ connectors are not allowed for any control surfaces, however
they may be used on throttle connections.