[NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot

[Del K. Rykert]

Sponsorship does have negative aspects also Nat.  Well true, that the majority of sponsored pilots have garnered their sponsorship through their genuine ability this has not always been the case. Sponsorship, can give some pilots, if all other things are equal regarding skill an advantage. Is very similar to the argument that it is not the equipment... BUT the skill of the pilot that is truly the difference. The truth is better equipment, whether obtained through ones own pockets that may be deeper than others or through sponsorship does make the workload less for the competitive pilot so they can focus more of their energy on improving their skills.  The disadvantaged always have a harder time overcoming obstacles that money or sponsorship does allow. IMHO. 
    The raw numbers of competitors is low enough without making a new group of sponsored pilots. But it might help if sponsored pilots were only allowed in the Masters & FAI classes if there ever was a need to address the issue. 
 
                 Del 
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  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Nat Penton 
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  Sent: Sunday, April 02, 2006 5:29 PM
  Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot


  The sponsored pilot received his sponsorship because of his skill and dedication. He did not gain competitive advantage due to the sponsorship. It is a priviledge and opportunity to be able to fly alongside this talent and partake of their skills and knowledge. It is one aspect of the hobby for which I am most appreciative.

  There have been infrequent critizisms thru the years wanting to put the sponsored pilot in a separate group. Maybe "sour grapes" should just work a little harder.
                                                  Nat Penton


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