Author Topic: 2018 Nats Coverage (Read 19761 times)

Dave_Trible · « **on:** July 08, 2018, 12:18:57 PM »

Today with the start of the Beginner and Intermediate events the pre game is mostly over and the Nationals has begun. These event are now complete and here are the results:

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #1 on:** July 08, 2018, 12:22:10 PM »

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #2 on:** July 08, 2018, 12:22:51 PM »

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #3 on:** July 08, 2018, 12:27:20 PM »

Weather today is picture perfect. The LPad ( Plateau of Kings) was busy from the earliest hour this morning. Many are off recovering and getting ready to do it again this evening.

Ken Culbertson · « **Reply #4 on:** July 08, 2018, 05:18:31 PM »

Anyone know where an event schedule can be found? AMA refers you to PAMPA and there is nothing there. Maybe I just missed it. Surely it is posted somewhere!

Thanks - Ken

tim lackey · « **Reply #5 on:** July 08, 2018, 06:00:48 PM »

:hi ken, on the ama website go to forms and documents. You can the click on whatever type event you want and download the schedule.

Brent Williams · « **Reply #6 on:** July 08, 2018, 06:49:23 PM »

Looks like those top 4 intermediate fliers are ready to make the move up to advanced. 527, 510.5, 508.5, 507.5

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #7 on:** July 09, 2018, 04:14:59 AM »

Today should evolve this way; Most will take advantage of great weather this morning to practice but will cut it short to go get the airplanes dolled up and get to the 180 Building for the pilots meeting and appearance judging. The events there are to begin at 2:30 so to the pilots, try to be on site by that time. Your main appearance judges are Charlie Reeves and Jim Lynch. The Judges meeting will be held afterwards out at AMA Headquarters in the upstairs board room.
I am hoping someone (or several) will jump in to get those pictures today and post for all to see here. I will be pretty busy. I will post the circle assignments and flight order following the meeting, after the computers have figured it out. We are electing to use the computerized random draw method instead of the ping pong balls as the fastest and best way.

Dave

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #8 on:** July 09, 2018, 10:42:18 AM »

Jim and Charlie are two of the best! 😊

Randy Cuberly · « **Reply #9 on:** July 09, 2018, 12:08:56 PM »

Quote from: Paul Taylor on July 09, 2018, 10:42:18 AM

Jim and Charlie are two of the best! 😊

I agree Paul.

Couldn't possibly pick two guys that are more qualified to judge appearance or two guys that are nicer and would work better together! I love them both!

If by chance you see them, please till them I said HELLO!

Randy Cuberly

Randy Cuberly · « **Reply #10 on:** July 09, 2018, 01:27:16 PM »

We were talking about Jim Lynch...A long time Stunt flier and builder that builds and finishes absolutely gorgeous airplanes. The Charles in question is Charlie Reeves also a long time Stunt flier and builder that also build gorgeous stunt planes. Neither of these Gentlemen are visitors to Stunt Hanger so are likely not known to some of the folks on this forum.

Suffice it to say that they are both Highly qualified to Judge anything connected to Stunt and building Model Airplanes. They are both also two of the nicest Gentlemen you could ever hope to meet. None better in the world!

Randy Cuberly

Brett Buck · « **Reply #11 on:** July 09, 2018, 01:28:00 PM »

Quote from: Ketogenic on July 09, 2018, 12:37:03 PM

Wow! You mean Aviojet (Charles) is judging NATS?

Huh? Where did you see that?

Brett

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #12 on:** July 09, 2018, 03:36:02 PM »

Well the pilots meeting is over. The flight orders are done and I will post them. I hope someone will get some pics up but most headed to chow and practice. I want to especially thank our “I T” crew who ran the computer operation and overcame a couple hurdles.

John Hill
Frank Williams
Howard Rush

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #13 on:** July 09, 2018, 03:37:00 PM »

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Randy Powell · « **Reply #17 on:** July 09, 2018, 03:39:58 PM »

Thanks for the reporting, Dave

Dane Martin · « **Reply #18 on:** July 09, 2018, 03:46:28 PM »

Dave, as always, thank you for doing this. I try to be cool like you and do the facebook updates when I'm at a contest. It really is a lot more work than most folks realize. But thank you for it. It's cool to see what we're missing.

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #19 on:** July 09, 2018, 04:04:36 PM »

I hope that this isn't too dumb a question, but why does Group A only have 7 fliers versus 13 and 14 in the other groups?

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #20 on:** July 09, 2018, 04:19:11 PM »

Scott not a dumb question at all. It has to do with the number of Advanced Class entries. There quantities determine how the computer breaks them down into groups. In this case three groups where the Open class numbers dictate four. Each of the three Advanced groups are then attached to a circle with an open group-flying before the same judges. The flight order program puts the Advanced group flying first, followed by the open fliers. Group A is all open and will finish early each day. Depending upon weather that can be blessing or curse. For sure, they can’t sleep in.

Dave

Scott Richlen · « **Reply #21 on:** July 09, 2018, 04:28:10 PM »

Makes sense. Thanks Dave.

Steve Helmick · « **Reply #22 on:** July 09, 2018, 04:40:14 PM »

"For sure, they can’t sleep in."

More proof that Howard doesn't rig the program. We count on him to arrive at the crack of just in time.

Steve

Brett Buck · « **Reply #23 on:** July 09, 2018, 06:16:02 PM »

Quote from: Ketogenic on July 09, 2018, 04:52:33 PM

I saw Charles and assumed it was the Stunt Hangar scale builder Charles (Aviojet).

Charlie Reeves is a long-time stunt flier, master builder, and expert stunt pilot:

This is one of the rare times I have seen him when he was not smiling!

He and Jim Lynch are doing stunt appearance judging:

similar comment for Jim, also an expert stunt pilot. Note that these pictures are from the thread describing the restoration of Bob Gieseke's 1968 World Championship model, which has been entrusted to Jim.

Charles/Aviaojet is neither a scale builder nor is he a pilot. He is as diametrically opposite someone like Charlie as could possibly be imagined.

Brett

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #24 on:** July 09, 2018, 07:24:42 PM »

Just returned from the flying field. This evening there were few who returned for practice . It was a bit breezy but not bad so I think most needed the night off to recover. In the morning will be Classic/Nostalgia 30 and Old Time.
I realized I failed to mention a couple other people who helped the events of today.. Gene Martine and Stan Powell helped Charlie and Jim in the auditorium by weighing in and shuffling the airplanes around....Thanks Guys! It helped get the job done and ready by the time the pilots meeting was over. We had the whole process done and guys going out the door in just over two hours total.

Dave

James Holford · « **Reply #25 on:** July 09, 2018, 07:46:43 PM »

Rooting for 1 of my 2 coaches ... Steve Millet!!!!

Hope everyone flies well and there isnt any unwanted crubches during officials!!

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Dan McEntee · « **Reply #26 on:** July 09, 2018, 09:05:43 PM »

Quote from: Ketogenic on July 09, 2018, 04:52:33 PM

I saw Charles and assumed it was the Stunt Hangar scale builder Charles (Aviojet). I don't know his last name.

My mistake, Sorry.

Charlie Reeves and Jim Lynch have a combined 100 years or so of documented building, flying and competition experience. I am proud to call them friends. As you point out, we don't know who Aviojet is. Nothing to add as Brett's description hits the nail on the head and pounds it home.
Type at you later,
Dan McEntee

john e. holliday · « **Reply #27 on:** July 09, 2018, 09:49:31 PM »

Dave thanks for what you are doing and when do you get to practice. Was at field tonight and flew a Ringmaster just say I flew. Very little wind. Also met another powered Para-sailer flyer.

Now the two really fine gentlemen mentioned are the greatest at what they do. Thanks to all the fine gentlemen that are helping at the NATS.

Brett Buck · « **Reply #28 on:** July 09, 2018, 09:53:04 PM »

Quote from: john e. holliday on July 09, 2018, 09:49:31 PM

Now the two really fine gentlemen mentioned are the greatest at what they do.

I can think of no one more ideally suited, they could do it forever, if it was up to me.

Brett

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #29 on:** July 10, 2018, 05:57:58 AM »

About to begin Classis/N30 and Old Time. For flavor here is Jim Lynch and ‘Volunteer ‘.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #30 on:** July 10, 2018, 05:58:33 AM »

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #31 on:** July 10, 2018, 08:54:09 AM »

Quote from: Dave_Trible on July 10, 2018, 05:57:58 AM

About to begin Classis/N30 and Old Time. For flavor here is Jim Lynch and ‘Volunteer ‘.
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Go Jim!

Dennis Adamisin · « **Reply #32 on:** July 10, 2018, 09:09:55 AM »

YIKES! I'm in the flight order and I did not even enter!!! Missing it tho...

CD Doug Patterson has a plan to get the events done early and minimize the solar-time for pilots & judges. Also wanted to be on the grass for the same reason. I was at the field Sunday and it was in great shape. Doug also made some plywood centers with anti-skid paint to improve the footing - addressing the single biggest problem with the grass circles.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #33 on:** July 10, 2018, 10:24:26 AM »

Yes and I had your score sheets in my sticky fingers. I DQ’d ya for failing to appear!

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #34 on:** July 10, 2018, 10:30:47 AM »

Spirit of 64 winner John Simpson.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #35 on:** July 10, 2018, 11:13:44 AM »

Congrats to John, another fine craftsman and finisher that's flies his creations.

Could not read the one board as it was so dark. Guess I need new glasses.

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #36 on:** July 10, 2018, 11:50:47 AM »

Sorry Doc. That board was under a canopy in the shade.

Derek Barry · « **Reply #37 on:** July 10, 2018, 12:04:08 PM »

Quote from: Brett Buck on July 09, 2018, 09:53:04 PM

I can think of no one more ideally suited, they could do it forever, if it was up to me.

Brett

Well, they're a little too generous to David. That being said, I agree 100%.

Derek

Tim Wescott · « **Reply #38 on:** July 10, 2018, 12:15:20 PM »

Quote from: john e. holliday on July 10, 2018, 11:13:44 AM

Congrats to John, another fine craftsman and finisher that's flies his creations.

Could not read the one board as it was so dark. Guess I need new glasses.

It's the Classic & N30 board, before it was filled in, crossed over, highlighted, scratched out, etc.

Brett Buck · « **Reply #39 on:** July 10, 2018, 12:46:46 PM »

Quote from: Derek Barry on July 10, 2018, 12:04:08 PM

Well, they're a little too generous to David.

Maybe you were not generous enough with them!

I kid, I kid!

Brett

Ted Fancher · « **Reply #40 on:** July 10, 2018, 01:14:35 PM »

Quote from: Dave_Trible on July 10, 2018, 05:57:58 AM

About to begin Classis/N30 and Old Time. For flavor here is Jim Lynch and ‘Volunteer ‘.

Damn, I was doing fine sitting at home once again until I saw that picture of Jim and his "Volunteer" on the grass circles. Now I find myself wondering why the heck I wasn't there to launch it...or something.

Have a great time, guys (and gals).

Ted

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #41 on:** July 10, 2018, 02:24:00 PM »

Ted the trophy they handed him had your name as sponsor on it..I know he noticed it. Thank You!

Dave

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #42 on:** July 10, 2018, 02:52:47 PM »

They flew the Classic/N30 to completion, then started Old Time. I couldn't gather much but Sparky was filming a bunch and he will upload later I'm sure.

Derek Barry · « **Reply #43 on:** July 10, 2018, 03:40:29 PM »

Quote from: Brett Buck on July 10, 2018, 12:46:46 PM

Maybe you were not generous enough with them!

I kid, I kid!

Brett

As you know, both men are far too honorable to accept a bribe. David must have some dirt on them.

Derek

Dennis Moritz · « **Reply #44 on:** July 10, 2018, 03:58:45 PM »

How many in Open? How many in
Advanced? How many will qualify in Open?Same for Advanced?

What’s the temp on the L-pad? (Joke

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Dave_Trible · « **Reply #45 on:** July 10, 2018, 07:47:47 PM »

Quote from: Dennis Moritz on July 10, 2018, 03:58:45 PM

How many in Open? How many in
Advanced? How many will qualify in Open?Same for Advanced? Dennis this will be obvious when you see the boards in the morning. I'm too tired and lazy to look it up tonight!

What’s the temp on the L-pad? (Joke HOT!!

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Phil Spillman · « **Reply #46 on:** July 10, 2018, 07:51:23 PM »

May we please have a clearer view of who did what? I'd really like to see as I too couldn't read the posted tally! Many thanks for all that's been done here!

Phil Spillman

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #47 on:** July 10, 2018, 08:15:38 PM »

Phil I hope Sparky will get his video(s) up for you. At least at this stage I simply haven't had the time to post much. Anyone here is fully welcome to contribute..........

Dave

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #48 on:** July 11, 2018, 08:34:25 AM »

Will DeMauro

Dave_Trible · « **Reply #49 on:** July 11, 2018, 08:36:25 AM »

Gene Martine