Fw: FAI rules concerning weight of F3A electric

[tony at radiosouthrc.com]

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Here is the word from Bob Skinner, CIAM chairman for F3A.  
Tony Stillman
Radio South
3702 N. Pace Blvd.
Pensacola, FL 32505
1-800-962-7802
www.radiosouthrc.com
----- Original Message ----- 
From: Bob Skinner 
To: tony at radiosouthrc.com 
Sent: Sunday, July 11, 2004 10:40 AM
Subject: RE: FAI rules concerning weight of F3A electric


Dear Tony

Currently there is no clear rule on the weight issue. One can use the argument that an IC-powered F3A model aircraft is processed and weighed dry, the fuel being the energy source. By the same token, an electric-powered model aircraft should be weighed dry, i.e. without its energy source (battery pack). Both may end up weighing more in ready-to-fly state.

I am seeking clarification/approval from the CIAM Bureau for us to be allowed a "local rule" situation with regards to the weight issue. I will respond in the next few days on the outcome.

Best regards

Bob
  -----Original Message-----
  From: tony at radiosouthrc.com [mailto:tony at radiosouthrc.com] 
  Sent: 07 July 2004 21:13
  To: Steve Kaluf; Bob Skinner
  Subject: FAI rules concerning weight of F3A electric


  Steve/Bob:
  I had heard that a new rule is now in effect that allows any F3A model using electric motors for power are allowed to weighed WITHOUT the battery pack.  
  I would like to verify this.

  Tony Stillman
  Radio South
  3702 N. Pace Blvd.
  Pensacola, FL 32505
  1-800-962-7802
  www.radiosouthrc.com
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