SPORT QUICKIE CLASS
Current as of 02/01/2010
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PLEASE NOTE: If the listed class
does not specifically say that something can or cannot be done to an engine
or airframe or any other component, it should be considered that it CANNOT be
done.
Also note that the models that qualify for
the Sport Quickie class can also race in one of the bracket classes, (Sport or
Super Sport). If the pilot wishes,
the plane may be entered in only one of the bracket classes.
If an airframe is raced in one of the bracket classes, it must continue
to be legal while running in the Sport Quickie class.
This class will follow the basic format of the AMA 424 (Quickie 500
Sport) class with a few exceptions.
5.1
All Engines and airframes must comply with the current AMA safety
code.
5.2
Minimum wingspan will be 50 inches.
5.3
Minimum wing area is 500 sq. in.
5.4
Wings and tails must be constructed of either all wood or wood
sheeting over a solid foam core. Wings and tails manufactured in molds designed
to produce hollow core structures are prohibited. Traditional fiberglass
reinforcement, carbon fiber or inset wood spars continue to be acceptable. The
last three inches of each wingtip may be made of any material.
5.5
Minimum dry weight will be 3.75 pounds, (3 lbs. 12 oz. or 60 oz.,
ready to fly, no fuel).
5.6
Maximum engine size will be .403 c.i. two stroke.
5.7
All engines must be of stock configuration with no modifications or
enhancements.
5.8
Mufflers must be of stock configuration with no modifications or
enhancements to increase performance, with the exception that the baffle may be
removed.
5.9
No tuned pipes or boost mufflers allowed.
5.10
Purpose built engines such as Nelson, Rossi or Jett engines are not
allowed.
5.11
Y.S. engines are not allowed.
5.12
Fuel for this class will be provided by the race organization.
Fuel will have a Nitro-Methane content of 15%.
NOTE: If a model is flown
in this class AND one of the bracket classes, it will be required that the pilot
remove the fuel from the tank before and after racing in the bracket class.
Only fuel provided for the Sport Quickie class is to be used during heats
flown in this class.
5.13
Any propeller may be used as long as it is commercially available
and complies with the current AMA safety code. (NOTE: Propeller type
and size may be subject to change. Propeller may or may not be supplied by
the race organization. Check the specific race information for details).
5.14
Any type of wheel may be used but is subject to change. Check
the specific race information for details.
5.15
EZ connectors are not allowed for any control surfaces, however
they may be used on throttle connections.
5.16
All engines must have the throttle cut-off or engine shut off from
the transmitter.