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F3S' Inaugural Champs- 2018 Muncie IN at the AMA Hq.
September 2018, made history with the first aerobatic jet championships in the USA. Using the FAI's F3S format, the event spearheaded by Archie Stafford and Matt Balazs, opened a new door for jet enthusiasts who have a leaning towards aerobatics.
The AMA welcomed us with open arms and provided tents already set up for use by the participants. We were fortunate enough to have Tara Stafford as the Scorekeeper of the F3S event. "Peer judging" was also introduced into the mix and that format seems to be an area that has a future in judged competition.
We had two guest judges: (1) Alvaro de Luna, who flew in from Mexico to help.
(2) Phil Vance, an experienced Pattern pilot & judge.
On the last day, prior to the final scores being tabulated, the pilots test flew the FAI's proposed 2019 sequences (both the P & F) and from these tests Matt Balazs gave feedback to the FAI Rules sub-committee on our findings. A few areas were subsequently changed by the FAI to coincide with our suggestions.
A great time was had by all and F3S is expected to grow as the word filters out that this event is now entrenched in the USA. The 2019 sequences are being finalized by the FAI and will be published on this website when they become official.
The AMA welcomed us with open arms and provided tents already set up for use by the participants. We were fortunate enough to have Tara Stafford as the Scorekeeper of the F3S event. "Peer judging" was also introduced into the mix and that format seems to be an area that has a future in judged competition.
We had two guest judges: (1) Alvaro de Luna, who flew in from Mexico to help.
(2) Phil Vance, an experienced Pattern pilot & judge.
On the last day, prior to the final scores being tabulated, the pilots test flew the FAI's proposed 2019 sequences (both the P & F) and from these tests Matt Balazs gave feedback to the FAI Rules sub-committee on our findings. A few areas were subsequently changed by the FAI to coincide with our suggestions.
A great time was had by all and F3S is expected to grow as the word filters out that this event is now entrenched in the USA. The 2019 sequences are being finalized by the FAI and will be published on this website when they become official.
First flight of the Championships (Wayne Matthews)
Chris, Mike and Matt preparing for the day's competition.
AMA tents all lined up for us!
Studying and discussing the 2019 proposed F3S sequence.
All pilots lined up!
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Alvaro de Luna flew in from Mexico to help and judge at the event. Alvaro is on the left with Matt getting ready for a flight.
Mike McConville's Havoc all gassed up & ready to go. Matt's Futura being refueled.
Tara Stafford delivering the first round scores.
Chris Woycke filling up his Rebel.
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A view of some pilots. Mike McConville getting ready for his second flight.
Chris Woycke checking out his competition!
Wayne going through his Leonardo.
Archie Stafford's FUTURA in action.
Joe Allen's Super Galeb G-4 in flight.
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Results of the 2018 F3S Championships
Pilot/aircraft Data
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Winners: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd in both categories
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