[NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot

Steven Maxwell patternrules at earthlink.net
Mon Apr 3 19:24:43 AKDT 2006 

 Now that's not a bad idea Eric, plagues aren't that much and if they place
that high will probably only be once, they'll probably get sponsors after
that.

Steven Maxwell
 
 


> [Original Message]
> From: Grow Pattern <pattern4u at comcast.net>
> To: NSRCA Mailing List <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>
> Date: 4/3/2006 10:38:33 PM
> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] The Pilot
>
> 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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