[NSRCA-discussion] Was "contest" Small Contest Idea

[Ken Thompson]

Was "contest"  Small Contest IdeaNot disputing that fact, rules are rules.  The "arrow" was meant for Terry who seemed extremely upset that a contest layout was changed without his knowledge, and that he "may" have traveled to that contest on the second day, which we all know wasn't held.  I understand that all of the rules are meant to be followed, I wouldn't have it any other way, but in certain cases "maybe" a allowance of flexibility needs to be entertained.  I don't believe the rules allow this, at the moment, however, it's certainly worth discussing in the future.

For the record, I don't mean to call Terry out on this subject, I understand his concerns, however, the rules may be a little vague on this subject, I'm going to check before the feedback hits.

And just so you know, Del, if I had an issue with your take on this subject, I'd let you know, I'm not one to hold much in.;-)

Ken
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Del K. Rykert 
  To: NSRCA Mailing List 
  Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2007 6:34 PM
  Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Was "contest" Small Contest Idea


  Hi Ken

  Don't know "who" your arrow is meant for Ken, but rules are rules for ALL to follow... all the time... I am just making others that maybe aren't aware or others may even think it is ok to break the rules.  If we stop following the rules, or only pick and choose which rules on a given day we decide to follow how is that help the growth of pattern.  People that are new or 1st time entering may have read the rules come to expect that the organization does follow the rules. I for one, hate to see some, start to condone that the rules are their to use when they see fit. 

      Del
    ----- Original Message ----- 
    From: Ken Thompson 
    To: NSRCA Mailing List 
    Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2007 4:04 PM
    Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] Was "contest" Small Contest Idea


    Mark,

    I remember Arch telling me about that contest, and it sounded like you guys all had a great time.  I just can't imagine anyone complaining that "you didn't follow the advertised agenda, so I'm calling the AMA".

    Not speaking of anyone in particular...ok, maybe I am...

    Ken 
      ----- Original Message ----- 
      From: Mark Atwood 
      To: NSRCA Mailing List 
      Sent: Thursday, July 05, 2007 2:52 PM
      Subject: [NSRCA-discussion] Was "contest" Small Contest Idea



      Reading this thread reminded me of a contest that Arch Stafford had a few years back where we had a total of 9 or 10 people show up 3 of which were local sportsman pilots.  We had a full spread too, with 1 or 2 in each class.   It didn't make much sense to hold a traditional contest but we were all there to have some pattern "fun". Soooooo...  We made it a 2 class contest.  The sportsman pilots each flew 2 rounds at a time (One takeoff and landing), with lots of feedback (the entire group judged each flight) and they had a very competitive well judged event.  

      The rest of us ALL flew the advanced pattern, with Handicaps.   FAI got -1pt per maneuver,  Masters -1/2pt, Advanced flew it straight up, and Intermediate pilots got +1pts.   

      It was not only a lot of fun (Everyone but the advanced guys were flying an unknown for the most part) but it also was a VERY tight contest.  I don't recall who won...didn't really matter. 

      No..it  didn't follow the advertised sanctioned contest, but it was great fun, competitive, a very good learning/practicing event, and it made the best from the turnout we had.

      -Mark 


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