SPORT CLASS
Current as of 01/21/2012
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2.
SPORT CLASS
Note: Models
that qualify for the Sundowner class may run in this class.
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
First time or Novice pilots will only be
required to fly 9 laps in each heat. The
pilot must declare their intent to be considered a novice pilot at registration.
If the Director or Promoter feels that a pilot does not qualify as a
novice, this exemption may not be allowed.
This rule will apply for a total of 3 events or until the pilot wins an
event. Once either of these
conditions is met, the pilot will no longer be considered a novice and from that
point forward the pilot will fly 10 laps per heat.
This applies to pilots in the Sport Class only.
2.2
This class will use a declared breakout
time of 2 minutes 30 seconds on a 700’ course, 2 minutes 20 seconds on a
660’ course and 2 minutes 10 seconds on a 600’ course over a 10-lap heat.
Time may be adjusted depending on the course size.
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
A “0” score will be given for the heat
if plane flies faster than the declared breakout time.
2.5
All engines and airframes must comply with the current AMA safety
code.
2.6
Minimum wing area is 400 square inches.
2.7
Maximum wingspan is 80 inches
2.8
Maximum weight is 20 lbs., fueled and ready to fly.
2.9
Power system may be glow, gas or electric.
2.10
Engines and mufflers may be modified as long as it does not cause a
safety concern.
2.11
Mufflers or tuned pipes are required on
all 2-stroke engines.
2.12
Airframes may be modified as long as it
does not cause a safety concern.
2.13
Any propeller driven airframe is allowed.
2.14
Wings must use bolts to hold the wing on,
no rubber bands.
2.15
Servos used on flight control surfaces
must be of the type that uses 4 screws and all 4 screws must be in place.
2.16
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.
2.17
Any fuel may be used as long as it complies with the current AMA
safety code.
2.18
Any propeller may be used as long as it complies with the current
AMA safety code.
2.19
EZ connectors are not allowed for any control surfaces, however
they may be used on throttle connections.
2.20
All engines must have the throttle cut-off or engine shut off from
the transmitter.