Re: [RCSE] AMA RULE CHANGE SUGGESTED ABOUT SKEGS
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Re: [RCSE] AMA RULE CHANGE SUGGESTED ABOUT SKEGS
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Re: [RCSE] AMA RULE CHANGE SUGGESTED ABOUT SKEGS
In a message dated 1/20/03 2:54:06 PM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Therefore I would decline to agree with the wordy proposal. Keep it simple and they will come!!! Rich, Please suggest a less wordy proposal that does the job of placing some form of control on the shape, size, configuration of skegs and/or sharks teeth. Regards, Bob Johnson Hi Bob, I choose not to fight this battle of skegs because there seems to be bigger fish to fry. Ill vote, when called upon, according to my constituency. I think 99% of soaring pilots can, and have used good judgment about these matters. And, Lets trust our contest directors to act upon unsafe situations that may occur. And my personal account is that skegs hinder the looks and performance of a great aerodynamic plane anyhow. I suggest, keep the words simple: A skeg(s) will be allowed RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
Re: [RCSE] AMA RULE CHANGE SUGGESTED ABOUT SKEGS
In a message dated 1/21/03 Rich Burnowski wrote: I think 99% of soaring pilots can, and have used good judgment about these matters. And, Lets trust our contest directors to act upon unsafe situations that may occur. Rich, I agree with your observations and conclusion except that I believe no words are necessary on this subject. I have been an active contest participant and CD for the past 10+ years and have never witnessed a problem caused by a skeg. In contrast, I have seen many shins whacked by an errant RES ship sliding through the landing area without a skeg.. I believe you are much more likely to be injured by a wing or fuse than impaled by a skag. I recommend we vote no on any words detailing skegs and get on with more important issues like rubber propellers. A rule for the sake of a rule is no rule. Don Richmond
Re: [RCSE] AMA RULE CHANGE SUGGESTED ABOUT SKEGS
I fall in line with Don Richmond on this issue. Don hits the nail on the head with: I believe you are much more likely to be injured by a wing or fuse than impaled by a skag. There really isn't much of a safety issue here. For some however the issue is generally more astetic and I'm guessing this was Bob's attempt at compromise. But again, the CD for a contest can disallow, or allow skegs (or is it skags? I really like skags) by posting in contest announcement. A CD also has the authority to, and should not allow unsafe gear or practices, whatever that might be. again, to quote Don, who also is a fine gentleman. I've also found him to be very wise as he says: A rule for the sake of a rule is no rule. skag-on! Take Care, Mike Stump
Re: [RCSE] AMA RULE CHANGE SUGGESTED ABOUT SKEGS
OK This is going back to the same thing as the nose radius on a plane way back when. OK, picture this in your mind: You are standing there and there is a 3-5 lb flying projectile (aka missile) aiming at you. It is approaching fast(30+mph) and all you worry is that little thing sticking out of the bottom of this flying projectile? This projectile also has a pointy little nose that shaped like a bullet, and a horizontal protrusion that is about 10 feet wide with a sharp leading edge. Which bother you more?? And to make this worst, sometimes this missile is control by an unrxperience person!!! If the rule is about safety, I think we should ban flying!! Use the safety banner to form a new ruler is bad. Brian -- B. Chan Lost in the world of bureaucratic lead tape, and sinking RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
Re: [RCSE] AMA RULE CHANGE SUGGESTED ABOUT SKEGS
Pilots- I agree with a skeg device to control the stopping point of an AMA , TD plane. Seems landings are what most contest are about anyway. And when called upon to land downwind, or on wet ground, severe down hill slopes , or a well trampled landing circle, I think skegs make landing more predictable and in some cases, safer. The problem with a long drawn out skeg rule is its cumbersome. Kinda like, I want a wristwatch but Im told about all the parts of the watch and its design history before I buy it. way boring!! Could you imagine the length of a rule and actual field procedures that would protect us against a 200 to 300 meter winch line launching a plane? Please dont go there !! Therefore I would decline to agree with the wordy proposal. Keep it simple and they will come!!! Richard Burnoski District 6 rules committee member RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off.
