RC Pylon Racing
Tim Lampe's column explores the differences between AMA and FAI RC Pylon Racing, focusing on event classes, aircraft specifications, and performance. He outlines AMA's four classes (EF1, Q-500, Super Sport Q-500, Q-40) and the two FAI classes (F3D for glow engines and F3E for electric), highlighting design criteria and performance. F3E aircraft achieve speeds up to 210 mph, with a watt limiter for efficiency. Further differences in racing formats will be discussed in the next column.
NMPRA - 2014/11
The forecast was grim and the prospect of driving four hours to cope with 20 mph wind and a 60% chance of rain for my second EF1 race wasn’t appealing—I’m supposed to be doing this for fun! Then again, I’ve also been around long enough to know that when you stick with the plan in the face of a little adversity you just might be rewarded.
