FAC JIMMIE ALLEN 2004 RULES

1. Event intent: Entry must be a recognized Jimmie Allen design.

2. Construction considerations:

            A) Model structure must be built as to the original plan with original outlines and cross

            sections: airfoil, dihedral, fuselage, wheel diameter and cross section, etc., however:

                1) Minor changes to strengthen the structure are permitted.

                2) Minor changes to accommodate a dethermalizer are permitted.

                3) Scaling down structure, wood sizes or covering material is prohibited.

                4) There is no limit on rubber motor size or model weight.

           B) Coverings:

                1) Japanese tissue or its equivalent is permitted.

                2) Bamboo paper, Silk or Silk Span is permitted.

                3) Plastic films are prohibited.

3. Wing span: as per plan.

4. Prop diameter:

           A) The prop diameter shall not exceed 33% of the wing span.

           B) Any pitch wood or plastic prop is permitted.

           C) Freewheeling props permitted.

           D) Folding or feathering props are prohibited.

5. Launch technique: All flights must R.O.G. from a suitable long, hard surface such as a sheet of plywood, trailer or tabletop.

6. Landing gear: as per plan.

7. Official flight:

          A) 20 second minimum.

          B) The maximum flight time to be determined by the C.D. on the field taking into account   

                the local conditions.

8. Scoring: total of three flights.

9. Bonus points: NA.

10. Tie breaking: fly off.