Trials to start from a given point indicated by the starter of the trials, and distance to be measured in a straight line from the starting point to where the model first touches the ground, regardless of the curves or circles it may have made. Each contestant must have his models marked with his name and number of his models (1, 2, 3, etc.), and each model will be entitled to three official trials. Contestant has the privilege of changing the planes and propellers as he may see fit, everything to be of his own construction, but only three frames can be used in any contest. If in the opinion of the board of judges there are too many entries to give each one nine flights in the length of time fixed, the judges have the power to change that part of rule No. 6 to the following:
“Six flights or less, as circumstances may require, will be allowed to each contestant, which can be made with one model or any one of three entered; all of his own construction; due notice must be given to each contestant of the change.”
No trial is considered as official unless the model flies over 100 feet from the starting point. (The qualifying distance can be changed by agreement between the club and the starter provided the entrants are notified.) Should the rubber become detached from the model, or the propeller drop off during the trial, the trial is counted as official, provided the model has covered the qualifying distance. No matter what may happen to the model after it has covered the qualifying distance the flight is official. Contests should cover a period of three hours, unless otherwise agreed.
No contestant shall use the model of another contestant, although the former may have made it himself.
The officials should be: a starter, measurer, judge and scorer; also three or four guards to keep starting point and course clear. The first three officials shall, as board of judges, decide all questions and disputes. A space 25 feet square (with stakes and ropes) should be measured off for officials and contestants, together with an assistant for each contestant. All others must be kept out by the guards and a space kept clear (at least 25 feet) in front of the starting point, so a contestant will not be impeded in making his trial.
Each official should wear a badge, ribbon or arm band designating his office, and must be upheld in his duties.
HANDICAPS
At the discretion of the club there may be imposed a handicap for club events as follows: A contestant in order to win must exceed his last record with which he won a prize.
COMBINATION AND DURATION EVENTS
First, second and third records to count. Lowest number of points to win. For example: