[NSRCA-discussion] Landing - Rules Interpretation ???

[Larry Diamond]

Review the AMA Pattern Rules as follows and then judge the scenario as a
"Zero" or "Scored Landing when called by the pilot":

 

14. Flight pattern and maneuvering area (pg 17, AMA Radio Control Aerobatics
2016-2017)

14.1. 

Each time the model passes in front of the judges, a maneuver must be
executed, except after takeoff and before landing, where in each case a
maximum of two (2) passes may be made. In the maneuver lists that follow (U)
and (D) denote mandatory maneuver orientation (Upwind -Downwind). This
orientation or Direction of Flight shall be determined by the direction of
takeoff. The direction is the contestant's choice and shall be announced to
the judges prior to takeoff. In all classes, entry into the maneuvering area
for the first maneuver after takeoff shall be in the same direction as
takeoff. 

14.1.1. 

The contestant or helper may request a different landing direction to that
used for takeoff without penalty to avoid downwind landings. This option may
only be used if the wind direction changes after the takeoff has started. If
this option is used, a maximum of two (2) passes in front of the judges may
be used to position the model for landing. However, any turns used for
positioning the aircraft may not be made at center.

 

14.3. 

If an illegal pass (crossing a line perpendicular to and centered on the
judges) is made, the maneuver which should have been executed shall be
scored zero (0).

 

Scenario

On a final approach for landing, the pilot evaluates the glide path is not
correct and makes a 180 degree turn away from the flight line to a downwind
leg to restart the landing approach.

                Consideration:

1)The pilot has not called the landing.

2) The pilot announces the aborted approach prior to the 180 degree turn to
downwind leg.

3) The plane never goes below 2m, roughly about 5+ meters when the approach
was aborted.

4) The 180 degree turn is completed without crossing the centerline.

5) Pilot calls landing on the next pass (approach) and lands the plane
successfully.

 

Do you: (please explain your conclusion and reference the AMA rule
supporting it)

A)    Zero the landing because the pilot only gets one shot at the approach
once centerline is crossed on the downwind leg.

B)    Score the landing made on the second pass  (approach) as a normal
landing with no downgrades for the aborted approach.

C)    Other.

 

LD

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