Dave,<br>Drop me a note offline (<a href="mailto:wilsorc@gmail.com">wilsorc@gmail.com</a>) so we can discuss this. I'm submitting an article to the K-Factor on this subject.<br><br>Thanks,<br>Bob Wilson<br><br><div class="gmail_quote">
On Fri, Dec 11, 2009 at 3:38 PM, Dave Burton <span dir="ltr"><<a href="mailto:burtona@atmc.net">burtona@atmc.net</a>></span> wrote:<br><blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="border-left: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); margin: 0pt 0pt 0pt 0.8ex; padding-left: 1ex;">
I have submitted a rules proposal to completely eliminate the 11 lb. Weight<br>
limit in AMA pattern classes. (proposal 11-11).<br>
I'd like to see some discussion on the pros and cons of this proposal on the<br>
NSRCA e-mail list and the Pattern forum.<br>
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My reasons for submitting the proposal include the following points:<br>
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1. There is no competitive advantage to a heavier plane with the 2 meter<br>
size constraint (in fact I'd argue a heavier plane is usually at a<br>
disadvantage and perhaps a minimum weight makes more sense than a maximum)<br>
2. The 2 meter size constraint is sufficient keep the weight of pattern<br>
planes to reasonable limits.<br>
3. The fact that AMA class planes are weighed only at the US Nationals gives<br>
proof that the rule is not now enforced and not needed.<br>
4. The 11 lb. Weight limit drives up the cost of pattern planes through the<br>
necessary use of more expensive high tech materials. (If you don't believe<br>
"light weight" cost a lot of money ask the people who race sail boats)<br>
5. Removing the weight limit will reduce the manpower and cost associated<br>
with running the Nationals And also perhaps increase participation.<br>
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OK, guys, what do you think?<br>
What other "pro" and "con" points?<br>
Dave Burton<br>
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