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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'>Emory, and others concerned, Thank You
for the supporting side-emails.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'>Let me fist “bound” the issue
by summarizing the feelings left in the FAI participants (and I am speaking for
more than myself) after analyzing the scoring trends, then seek to offer tangible
solutions:<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Scoring
has been so low that our D3 FAI pilots would probably not make the
semi-finals at the US Nationals.<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>This
is equivalent saying there is not a single amateur pilot in the entire south
east region that is qualified to make the semi-finals at a US Nationals.<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>It
is unthinkable right now for any D3 FAI pilot to consider flying FAI at
the US Nationals – doing so in front of our own D3 judges would
assure low-scores and early dismissal (based on past performance).<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Obviously
(… as the message we receive from scoring dictates), no one is D3
FAI is remotely qualified to make the US Nationals Finals. The
scoring indicates we are literally not on the same flight line/playing
field.<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Nationals-level
winning rounds are flown, only to receive mid to high 800 scores (both P
and F sequences). <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>While
we all have received positive qualitative comments about the “high-level”
of FAI flying in D3, the generalized “increase” in all
piloting skills, the raw scoring has remained level or is dropping. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Normalization
does its part to compare flyers, judges should not use RAW scores as the primary
“real-time” comparative force while in the process of judging.
RAW scores should be independent of anyone entered in the contest or other
factors.<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>The
scoring indicates there is no future for any of us, resulting in the Fun-Factor
removed and competitive spirit killed. We are not satisfied with
this. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>This
is just not about scoring, the actual standings for 2<sup>nd</sup>, 3<sup>rd</sup>,
and 4<sup>th</sup>, have become a roll-of-the-dice.<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'>As a solution, I first ask each of the
judges to first look within and diligently analyze their own judging
performance. If a judge feels a round was “close,” they must
look at the resultant round scores and ask them selves why there was such a
huge point discrepancy, then implement their own self-correction for future
rounds. “K-Factors” is not always the single-solution
answer. Beyond revisiting the judging code of ethics, here are some
observations:<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>It
is not the responsibility of a judge to use “real-time” RAW
score evaluations from maneuver to maneuver (against previous or future
flights) to ensure an “order” is reached, or room is left at the
top (…. If this is happening….)<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>It
is the responsibility of the judge to appropriately apply the correct
maneuver downgrades. If a judge does not know these, or is incapable
of applying them, they should disqualify themselves from the chair and
study the rulebook before judging again.<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Most
simply stated, focusing on these factors alone would nearly correct the
situation:<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
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<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Box
lines<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Equal
radii<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l1 level2 lfo2'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Roll
centering<o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
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<li class=MsoNormal style='color:navy;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo2'><font size=2
color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>What
is more difficult to correct is bias whether it is: unintentional,
intentional, or institutionalized. This must be dealt with
internally by each person. <o:p></o:p></span></font></li>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'>The floor is open. Competitors want
to leave contests feeling their efforts are justly evaluated, which should not
be confused with “winning” in every circumstance.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'>Respecfully,</span></font><font
color=navy><span style='color:navy'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'>Jim W.</span></font><font color=navy><span
style='color:navy'><o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 color=navy face="Times New Roman"><span
style='font-size:12.0pt;color:navy'> <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face=Tahoma><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Tahoma;font-weight:bold'>From:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Tahoma><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Tahoma'>
nsrca-discussion-bounces@lists.nsrca.org
[mailto:nsrca-discussion-bounces@lists.nsrca.org] <b><span style='font-weight:
bold'>On Behalf Of </span></b>schroetere<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Sent:</span></b> Tuesday, October 16, 2007
6:20 AM<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>To:</span></b> NSRCA Mailing List<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Cc:</span></b> Jim Woodward<br>
<b><span style='font-weight:bold'>Subject:</span></b> [NSRCA-discussion] D3 FAI</span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=3 face="Times New Roman"><span style='font-size:
12.0pt'> </span></font><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Hey Jim, <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>I debated with myself to respond to
you or the list. But, since you brought this up here, I'd like to hear some
more from you and others as well.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>I know that you are not alone in
your frustration. We talked about this mid-season at length. I'm just not sure
what can be done to "fix" judging differences. When it comes down to
it, we are all human. Until we get some sort of camera hooked up to a computer,
we will never have perfect judging. Even then, I'm sure someone will complain
that the software algorithm that calculates the score isn't correct. All
we as judges can do is sit down in the chair and do our best. Some times we get
it right and some times we don't. It will never be better than that (my
opinion).<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>I hate to see that you are feeling so
beaten down that you feel a class switch is the only way to fix it. I have no
doubt that you will have great success in Masters if that is what you choose.
To me, all the guys flying FAI in our district should be there. You are all
fantastic pilots.<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>So, what needs to be fixed in your
opinion and how should this be done? <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
<p style='margin-bottom:0in;margin-bottom:.0001pt'><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'>Thanks, Emory<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial'>----- Original Message ----- <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='background:#E4E4E4'><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>From:</span></font></b><font
size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> <a
href="mailto:jim.woodward@baesystems.com" title="jim.woodward@baesystems.com">Woodward,
Jim</a> <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>To:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> <a
href="mailto:nsrca-discussion@lists.nsrca.org"
title="nsrca-discussion@lists.nsrca.org">NSRCA Mailing List</a> <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Cc:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> <a
href="mailto:ryan_mclaughlin@ml.com" title="ryan_mclaughlin@ml.com">McLaughlin,
Ryan (FRS.JAX)</a> ; <a href="mailto:dist3@nsrca.org" title="dist3@nsrca.org">NSRCA
District III</a> ; <a href="mailto:JWalker@ponikvar.com"
title="JWalker@ponikvar.com">Joseph Walker</a> <o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Sent:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> Monday, October
15, 2007 4:43 PM<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><b><font size=2 face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:Arial;font-weight:bold'>Subject:</span></font></b><font size=2
face=Arial><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial'> Re:
[NSRCA-discussion] D3 Championship<o:p></o:p></span></font></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span style='font-size:
10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'>It is my opinion that abject failure to
score FAI rounds and standings accurately has been consistently occurring in
District 3, punctuated by the final two contests of 2007 (JAX and D3
Champs). Recognizing these inequities in FAI, I look forward to joining
the Masters class for the 2008 season beginning with the Tangerine. <O:P></O:P></span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
<p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><font size=2 color=navy face=Arial><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial;color:navy'><O:P></O:P>Copied from <a
href="http://www.dictionary.com" title="http://www.dictionary.com/">www.dictionary.com</a>
Abject: </span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal style='background:white'><span class=pg1><i><font size=2
color="#558811" face="Lucida Sans Unicode"><span style='font-size:10.0pt;
font-family:"Lucida Sans Unicode"'>–adjective </span></font></i></span><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color="#333333" face="Lucida Sans Unicode"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Lucida Sans Unicode";color:#333333'>utterly
hopeless, miserable, humiliating, or wretched: <span class=ital-inline1><i>abject
poverty. </i><O:P></O:P></span></span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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<p class=MsoNormal><font size=2 color="#333333" face="Lucida Sans Unicode"><span
style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Lucida Sans Unicode";color:#333333'>contemptible;
despicable; base-spirited: <span class=ital-inline1><i>an abject coward. </i><O:P></O:P></span></span></font><o:p></o:p></p>
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