Author Topic: 2013 Nats coverage! (Read 78045 times)

Tania Uzunova · « **Reply #100 on:** July 16, 2013, 02:05:31 PM »

Thank you so much for post and photos! : )))
I will keep reading and cross fingers for my favorite

)))) Thank you guys good luck to all

Send you many smiles Tatyana

Howard Rush · « **Reply #101 on:** July 16, 2013, 02:25:59 PM »

I dined Sunday evening with the Philly Flyers, Dan Banjock and Dennis Moritz, at the Sunshine, Bill Rich's favorite restaurant. There was a wide-ranging conversation. At many points I had to defend my Hoosier heritage. For example, I argued that attaching pictures to the wall with particle board screws though the frame was merely the Sunshine's way of doing it, and not representative of all Hoosiers, who should not be judged by the actions of one restaurant. The subject of laughter came up. "The Philly Flyers are known for laughter," said Dan. "What are we laughing at?" asked Dennis quizzically.

Monday I flew a little stunt after the quite satisfactory appearance judging (the pizazz added by the artisanal vortex generators made up for the dings acquired over the last year) and dined at the DQ, now open later than 10:00, with aviators, who told interesting aviation stories.

I flew a little stunt this morning so's to be coached by a famous stunt coach. Said coach, I have observed, has two modes: Encouragement mode and Coaching mode. When one is flying substandardly, he just says what a great flight one did. One has to reach a certain level before actual coaching takes place. I seem to be somewhere on the border. He applauded when I got the first loop of my vertical eight somewhere close to 45 degrees on the second try.

I sold some VGs to the National Stunt Champion this morning. He didn't have them on his plane for appearance judging, therefore he can't use them in the contest, so he's screwed. Don't let this happen to you.

We became becalmed, so I went to the Twelfth Street and had lunch with people from Ohio and Michigan, who told me about the tilt in the Great Lakes, something that they tell to outsiders, I think.

All meals described so far included fried mush, a delicacy of my people, except for the DQ, which was a cone.

Darkstar1 · « **Reply #102 on:** July 16, 2013, 02:35:58 PM »

Hi All
I see everything went well in Classic & OTS. I would like to thank Frank Williams and Bill Rutherford for filling in
and all the other supporters to help them make everything run as smooth as it seems. I will be back next year to do
this and with that being said we need folks for next year. If you're able to please let me know ASAP so we can have everything in place. Thanks in advance.

Later,
Darrell.

SteveMoon · « **Reply #103 on:** July 16, 2013, 03:49:31 PM »

Yes, that was my plane; not Doug's that ejected a flap. It happened Monday evening.
It didn't come all the way off and didn't cause any damage. So, I removed it, cleaned and poished
it and epoxied it back into place. I used one of Bob McDonald's adjustable flap horns on this
plane and boy did that come in handy! After three practice flights with minor adjustments
the Furias 96S was tracking true again.

I received 16 appearance points and am quite happy with that. Had four good practice flights
today and am ready for some more tonight. The weather was warm and humid today, but the dead
air was the real issue.

Later, Steve

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #104 on:** July 16, 2013, 04:52:00 PM »

The Bear is on the LPad! Time to get serious.

Dave

Derek Barry · « **Reply #105 on:** July 16, 2013, 06:51:08 PM »

Quote from: Howard Rush on July 16, 2013, 02:25:59 PM

I sold some VGs to the National Stunt Champion this morning. He didn't have them on his plane for appearance judging, therefore he can't use them in the contest, so he's screwed. Don't let this happen to you.

Well since they apparently have no effect on appearance points (which I have a big problem with) and the jury is still out on whether or not they really do anything to improve flight performance I say he should be able to use them if he wishes.

Derek

RC Storick · « **Reply #106 on:** July 16, 2013, 07:31:36 PM »

Turd-O-lators also known as rat droppings.

Howard Rush · « **Reply #107 on:** July 16, 2013, 09:26:44 PM »

I went back out this evening and flew a little stunt. Joe Gilbert was flying on my circle and flying very well. He is in my group for qualifying rounds. It looks like a tough group. Sparky's new 30-Day Wonder plane flies smoothly and well. Dan Banjock flew his jet stunter and did hourglasses, square eights, and other amazing tricks. I adjourned to the DQ for my customary Nats dinner cone and ran into Larry and Ginger Scarinzi. I am now at the hotel girding my loins for the morrow.

Douglas Ames · « **Reply #108 on:** July 16, 2013, 10:41:24 PM »

Quote from: Howard Rush on July 16, 2013, 02:25:59 PM

<snip> All meals described so far included fried mush, a delicacy of my people...

I've lived here in OK for 20+ years (Orig. from PA) and found few people who know what Corn Meal Mush is.

I like mine with butter & maple syrup!

Brett Buck · « **Reply #109 on:** July 16, 2013, 10:51:25 PM »

Quote from: Derek Barry on July 16, 2013, 06:51:08 PM

Well since they apparently have no effect on appearance points (which I have a big problem with) and the jury is still out on whether or not they really do anything to improve flight performance I say he should be able to use them if he wishes.

If he makes a significant change to the appearance *in the opinion of the judges*, then no.

I don't think the jury is out on this to any degree, almost everyone who has tried them has found a change - and most have left them on.

Brett

Derek Barry · « **Reply #110 on:** July 17, 2013, 04:02:00 AM »

Quote from: Brett Buck on July 16, 2013, 10:51:25 PM

If he makes a significant change to the appearance *in the opinion of the judges*, then no.

I don't think the jury is out on this to any degree, almost everyone who has tried them has found a change - and most have left them on.

Brett

Obviously the judges completely ignored the VGs because there were VG planes on the 19 point row. That is my point.

And for me the jury is out because I have not deemed them effective on MY plane. I do not listen to other peoples opinions about stuff like that...

Derek

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #111 on:** July 17, 2013, 05:09:36 AM »

Derek, if you dont find them effective then no-one is saying you must use them.

I think its a little stretch to say the Jury is still out on that one - Electric ; yes the Jury is still out .

Good luck to all those in competition.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #112 on:** July 17, 2013, 06:14:09 AM »

This is day one of qualifying and the first flights are up. We'll send snapshots of the scoreboard periodically as the day progresses. First up are the advanced and expert flyers with the open group to follow.

Dave

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #113 on:** July 17, 2013, 06:32:28 AM »

Quote from: Dave_Trible on July 17, 2013, 06:14:09 AM

This is day one of qualifying and the first flights are up. We'll send snapshots of the scoreboard periodically as the day progresses. First up are the advanced and expert flyers with the open group to follow.

Dave

Thanks Dave for the great coverage. It is appreciated from us that couldn't attend in person.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #114 on:** July 17, 2013, 08:05:56 AM »

To all, I suggest that none of the score boards be posted until after all the qualifying flights are done. Judges get on this forum too.

Good to see a speed flyer doing well in stunt Classic. Way to go Jim.

Dennis Moritz · « **Reply #115 on:** July 17, 2013, 08:14:45 AM »

Howard's hybrid makes human noises. Sort of. Intestinal sounds with the treble up. Sparky's electric cigarillo very Hollywood. His tattoos not so much. Joe Gilbert does an Espn quality shoulder bump. Drinking lots of bovine growth hormone is not a Hoosier ethnic trait. I asked Howard.

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #116 on:** July 17, 2013, 08:29:57 AM »

Doc,
I have to disagree with you on posting the scores. The judges know not to go look at the score boards. I'm sure in this day and age they know not to look at the forums covering the Nats where the scores are posted. Let's give them some credit for their integrity if not, then why don't we just sequester them like a jury during Nats week? Oh yeah let's take away their smart too!

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #117 on:** July 17, 2013, 08:35:56 AM »

Quote from: john e. holliday on July 17, 2013, 08:05:56 AM

To all, I suggest that none of the score boards be posted until after all the qualifying flights are done. Judges get on this forum too.

Good to see a speed flyer doing well in stunt Classic. Way to go Jim.

May have a valid point. The judges are pretty busy but there will be a lunch break. I'll withhold until the last flight is done. I'll send a shot at that point although it will take some time till scores are posted. We can watch together. Better to give no reason for doubt.

Dave

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #118 on:** July 17, 2013, 09:35:24 AM »

Quote from: Dave_Trible on July 17, 2013, 08:35:56 AM

May have a valid point. The judges are pretty busy but there will be a lunch break. I'll withhold until the last flight is done. I'll send a shot at that point although it will take some time till scores are posted. We can watch together. Better to give no reason for doubt.

Dave

Thanks Dave.

Shawn Lenci · « **Reply #119 on:** July 17, 2013, 10:14:12 AM »

Dave,

How about some photos of the airplanes on the flightline.

Shawn

Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #120 on:** July 17, 2013, 10:58:20 AM »

I understand there were some crashes this morning?

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #121 on:** July 17, 2013, 11:00:59 AM »

A panorama of the LPad while the last flights finish up .

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Crist Rigotti · « **Reply #138 on:** July 17, 2013, 11:17:19 AM »

Thanks Dave.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #139 on:** July 17, 2013, 11:18:08 AM »

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Dave_Trible · « **Reply #140 on:** July 17, 2013, 11:20:06 AM »

This is for Les. Last year you suggested a weather girl or co-anchor. Thinking about this one. Whatcha think?

Will Hinton · « **Reply #141 on:** July 17, 2013, 11:23:29 AM »

That's Mel McHenry, a real class little gal. In case you aren't aware, Mel is the kicker for her school's FOOTBALL team! Talk about energy, she'll wear ya out if ya try to keep up with her.
Mike, her dad, is a great stunt pilot and builder and one of the extra good guys in stunt.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #142 on:** July 17, 2013, 11:55:45 AM »

Here we go!!!!! Scores after the final flight. I can't and won't give details but I know of two crashes and two bellcrank pull-outs on pull test.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #143 on:** July 17, 2013, 11:56:44 AM »

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Dave_Trible · « **Reply #146 on:** July 17, 2013, 12:12:00 PM »

Tom Morris Inc.

Matt Colan · « **Reply #147 on:** July 17, 2013, 12:35:08 PM »

Quote from: Dave_Trible on July 17, 2013, 11:56:44 AM

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What happened to Richard Oliver's first round flight??

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #148 on:** July 17, 2013, 12:57:04 PM »

Matt I can provide no answers. Here are the boards as it stands with just a couple score yet to be added. All flyers (except me) have made a run for the motels to recoup and get ready for evening practice. I need to join them so here goes:

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #149 on:** July 17, 2013, 12:57:59 PM »