Even though the Gateway RC rule is no flying before 10 am, an exception was made this morning bright and early, engines roaring at 8 am. Onto the flight line to actually get some hands on, or eyes on rather, experience. Judging participants lined up their chairs and prepared to tabulate. Two demonstrator pilots, Kevin Wilson and David Moser, executed by the book maneuvers while throwing in some curve balls every now and then to keep judges on their toes. Maneuvers and figures were flown independently of one another with pauses for discussion in between. Then all the judges sat down and judged 2 full sequences (4 flights). For some, it was their first time in the hot seat. In between sequences there was an in depth discussion on criteria, including how scores can differ so much from one judge to the next and "corrective maneuvers". There is much to be discussed and plenty on the Education Committee's plate. A huge thank you to Gateway RC, Jerry Hailey, Wayne Matthews, Kent Porter, and Phyllis Youngblood!! Judging School was a success! I look forward to many more!

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Geeesh.... I thought this was in Florida , but I see everybody with Canadian weather gear on, I keep hearing from the "Florida" members that it is always 70-80 degrees...HMMMMMMM


Any way...ASH, can I pet your puppy??


Thanks for the coverage, looked like a good time (informative)

Looks like famous IMAC pilot and world class gentleman Primo Rivera in two of the images from Day two

Also, NASCAR legend Jerry Hailey dominating several frames.

Originally Posted by flyin4fun

Thanks for the coverage, looked like a good time (informative)

It was a great time meeting more of the pilots and judges from all over the country. Any judging school is a great refresher and we went through what's new for the 2015 - 2016 rules cycle. I'm glad I had the opportunity to attend.

Big "Thanks" to Tony Fandino for the ride to the field and back to the airport!!

Maybe I can get a tutor, otherwise everybody gets 10's.

Looks like a great turn out. Hopefully you all can bring it back and help the rest of us!!

Al

Thanks Ashley for the coverage and photos.

I see that we will be edumacated in Canada too eh! World team members Bill Teeter, Dave Reese and his lovely wife Genevieve I see where there. I'm sure they found the weather quite balmy! LOL

Originally Posted by capcanuck

I see that we will be edumacated in Canada too eh! World team members Bill Teeter, Dave Reese and his lovely wife Genevieve I see where there. I'm sure they found the weather quite balmy! LOL

They fly R/C up in Canada??? Eh?

Thanks Ashley for attending and covering the event.


This was a fun event

I see my buddy Rascal was cheating on me

great to see you again Ashley great job on the coverage see ya next time the grizzz

Originally Posted by FGAshley

Judging School was a success!!

The hotel hosting our National Judging School also very subtly supplied THE silver bullet answer to flying incredible Unknowns to the out of town attendees.



Step One: Rest
... you go to sleep for a calm and restful state.

Step Two: Relax
... calming mist for you and your space that, when sprayed into the air around you, helps to create a space of peace, calm, and relaxation.

How could you not dominate in the Unknown round with that secret weapon. The other pilots and judges won't even know what happened!!

I always have such a great time at Gateway! Can't wait to see you guys in Feb!
And that's not my pooch.. but he is a doll. His name is Rascal.. and he's a ladies' man.