[NSRCA-discussion] The most important thing to understand about pattern

[Scott McHarg]

I think we need to keep an eye on  keeping what we  have.  I've stated this
before; the entrant level ebbs and flows in the lower classes year to
year.  The highest attended classes in east D6 are Sportsman, Intermediate
and Advanced.  Masters and FAI have the fewest by far.  The best way to
attract new blood is for the old blood to stay around because it's that
good.  I'm all for new people joining.  Don't forget about those that have
already shown said passion for our sport.

*Scott A. McHarg*
VSCL / CANVASS U.A.S. Research Pilot
Texas A&M University
PPL - ASEL
Remote Pilot Certified Under FAA Part 107

On Thu, Jul 13, 2017 at 12:04 PM, Matthew Finley via NSRCA-discussion <
nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> wrote:

> Ok....
>
> IMO ....... The emphasis as I have stated before needs to be aimed more
> towards the AMA classes Sportsman through Masters. Lets face it, there are
> not too many naturals like Andrew, Greyson, Chip, Hunter, etc who go from
> lets say Sportsman through FAI in a matter of two or three years. WE NEED
> TO GROW Sportsman and Intermediate most importantly. With time, growing
> those classes will increase all classes in due time all classes will grow
> including FAI.
>
> I think there also needs to be an attractant to attract new people
> interested in pattern to actually make that step and be "ok" with driving
> to a contest, being away from family, and spending the $$ to attend a meet.
> I UNDERSTAND this is easier said than done, especially in todays times. On
> an average contest weekend I pay anywear from $200-$300 just for a three
> day meet.
>
> Now with that being said, I would love to see more club members fly in
> Sportsman at the meets even if they dont decide to travel. With more and
> more club members doing that, they will more than likley grow interested in
> going further IMO
>
> Happy Flying
>
> Matthew E Finley
> Q.C.I Technical Assistant
> 248-794-8487 <(248)%20794-8487> mobile
>
>
> -------- Original message --------
> From: "S. McNickle via NSRCA-discussion" <nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>
>
> Date: 7/13/17 11:11 AM (GMT-05:00)
> To: Anthony Romano <anthonyr105 at hotmail.com>, General pattern discussion <
> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org>
> Subject: Re: [NSRCA-discussion] The most important thing to understand
> about pattern
>
> I think we need to decide if we're promoting a forum for the most talented
> and passionate among us, or maintaining a hobby for the rest.
>
> Too far in either direction costs us participants.
>
>
> On July 13, 2017 at 11:04 AM Anthony Romano via NSRCA-discussion <
> nsrca-discussion at lists.nsrca.org> wrote:
>
>
> It has been said many times but you can't teach desire. Reread the last
> paragraph of Jason's post.
>
>
>
>
> *Having flown Pattern for so long now I've realized something. Pattern is
> a passion, a want. You can't 'make' someone a pattern pilot, they have to
> be one and not know it yet. Yes pattern makes most of the Worlds best
> pilots, but you can't take a pilot and make them a pattern pilot. If there
> isn't a drive to become better, not the best (that's the 2% of us), you'll
> only have a casual or short term pattern pilot at best. At my age I know my
> time is probably limited as far as being competitive or even having a
> chance at winning big events anymore, but my drive to be better and push
> myself is still there. So I will continue to learn new F patterns that will
> drain me every day I practice because I am a Pattern pilot 😁 **Jas i**P*
>
>
> When do people leave when the top of mountain is insurmountable and the
> effort greatly out weighs the benefit. I have heard hundreds of pilots say
> "this has become too much work" and can't recall one who said this is too
> easy.
>
>
> Anthony
>
>
>
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