Weight Limit

[vicenterc at comcast.net]

Thanks Marty, I think that clarifies all my questions.  In conclusion, F3A could go easily over 5 Kg. limit in the future if approved.  
Vicente
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> --On Monday, July 12, 2004 1:50 PM +0000 vicenterc at comcast.net wrote: 
> 
> > I was trying to infer "looks like to be able to compete or break records with 
> > model airplanes the weight limit has to be below 5 kg. or 11 pounds". 
> > Is this the only agreement between FAI and AMA? 
> 
> No. For example, the FAI sets the 2-meter box for F3A (pattern) competition. 
> 
> > There is another interpretation that I think is for insurance. 
> > The model can no be more than 55 lbs. to be able to get insurance. 
> 
> This corresponds to the FIA limit of 25 kg "unless otherwise specified." 
> 
> > However, we can not use a model that is more than 11 lbs to compete 
> > or break records. 
> 
> Right. Open records have one rule (wet); F3a has a different rule (dry). 
> 
> > ... The question now is: What is the limit 
> > for AMA scale models? 
> 
> 55 lb. unless a special waiver is granted (with inspections) for a 
> heavier model. I think the limit for the waiver is 70 lb. 
> 
> > What about FAI scale? 
> 
> It falls under the 25 kg rule. Class F4C. 
> 
> > What about other events like racing? 
> 
> That's Section 4, Volume F3D. Short answer: 
> 2.2 kg to 3.0 kg (minimum to maximum). They've 
> got lots of other rules to cope with, too. 
> 
> Marty #2359 
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