[NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot

Grow Pattern pattern4u at comcast.net
Mon Apr 3 18:38:38 AKDT 2006 

BTW - in my original postings I was only leading to suggesting the thought 
that the winners who are not sponsored should be recognized within a class 
and or given their own "highest amateur award, or something like that.

Regards,

Eric.

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "White, Chris" <chris at ssd.fsi.com>
To: "NSRCA Mailing List" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>
Sent: Monday, April 03, 2006 2:54 PM
Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot


>I wish to offend no one, but wanted to give another perspective.
>
> I'm SURE that sponsorship is an advantage....but it is still up to the
> pilot to get out there and practice with determination and the intent to
> be the best he can be.  Yeah, I wish I didn't have to risk so much money
> every time that bird goes in the air. But, sponsorship probably doesn't
> buy personal satisfaction for many.  We are all trying to be the best we
> can even if our funds or participation is limited.  We are striving for
> that perfect flight, for equipment that is reliable, for airplanes that
> keep getting better, for friendships that grow & grow. We could probably
> spend far less money and buy trophies or plaques...but the real value in
> competition is FUN....FUN....FUN.  It doesn't seem to matter where I've
> been...I've had a great time and everyone helps everyone get their
> rounds in...even if they know that pilot could beat them out of that
> round.  Never have I seen so many good people, trying so hard to become
> their personal best no matter what their interest in competition.  Some
> guys are striving to be the best pilots, best designers, best builders,
> best innovators...but mainly they are trying to see that competition
> flying stays healthy and will do their dead-level best to promote anyone
> to their best.  I haven't flown with anyone I didn't like, admire or
> respect in one way or another.  Sponsors...please keep sponsoring...may
> you sell tons of stuff and may the sport live on and prosper.  Thanks to
> anyone who encourages another...that is what makes the sport grow. I've
> been blessed to see few sour grapes....most of the guys are just glad to
> spend a weekend flying their best with friends, family and new
> acquaintances.
>
> To all the sponsored guys....thanks for your promotion, hard work, and
> for showing us your skills.  I love to watch good flying regardless of
> who's doing it, or how many advantages they may have...more power to
> you!  I was fortunate enough to spend a nats next door to Quique and his
> family.  I caught Quique at his van checking equipment, as I was doing,
> and we talked for a while.  I discovered that this great pilot loves all
> this stuff just like I do.... You top guys just keep flying pretty and
> we'll always have something to aim for....:)  Oh, and along the
> way...thanks for the show!
>
> "It's not the destination, It's the Journey"   (What makes the journey
> worthwhile?)
>
> In any case, I wish to participate to any degree that I can. Sometimes
> when I'm practicing I see something come together really well and it
> makes me feel precise..and I'm like: "Yeah baby"....that's why I like to
> fly pattern!
>
> Chris
>
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org
> [mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces at lists.nsrca.org] On Behalf Of Michael
> Wickizer
> Sent: Monday, April 03, 2006 12:49 PM
> To: nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org
> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot
>
> How many pilots in Intermediate and Advanced have an advantage due to
> sponsorship?
>
>
>>From: "Del K. Rykert" <drykert2 at rochester.rr.com>
>>Reply-To: NSRCA Mailing List <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>
>>To: "NSRCA Mailing List" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>
>>Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot
>>Date: Mon, 3 Apr 2006 11:42:13 -0400
>>
>>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
>>           nsrca - 473
>>
>>
>>   ----- Original Message -----
>>   From: Nat Penton
>>   To: NSRCA Mailing List
>>   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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