Last year the ETOC raised the bar as the greatest indoor electric contest of its kind. This year will be no different, just better. This is the grand daddy of all electric events and sets the standard for other electric events. This year we will have 16 of the worlds best pilots (sweet sixteen) on Friday night competing for the top elite 8 places for the Saturday night finals. This year the competition will feature two rounds of specific known maneuvers on Friday night along with two rounds of free-style by all 16 pilots before we cut the field to 8 pilots for the Saturday night finale. Saturday night the top elite 8 pilots will fly a two rounds of known and two rounds of free- style to cut to the final 4 pilots. Those final 4 pilots will fly one round of free-style and one round of known to determine the 2009 ETOC world champion.

Here is the list of all the world-class and extremely qualified pilots entered into the 2009 ETOC.

1	1. Take off with 2 180 degree turns. Model performs a take off and climb to altitude. Model then performs a turn with no change in altitude, flies back and performs another turn. Both turns need to be the same radius and have no altitude change. Exit Upright	K1
2	1. . Rolling Figure 8 with 1 roll in the first circle and 2 rolls in the Second Circle. Model will enter the maneuver from upright and perform half of a rolling circle and a half roll. At the half way mark the model will be inverted and start the second rolling circle. These rolls will also be to the outside and will have 2 rolls in the circle. When the model completes its circle it should end back up at the apex of the first rolling circle with half a roll let to complete. The model will exit upright. The model should make the same radius on the both of the rolling circles. Please keep in mind that roll rates will differ between the two circles. Exit Upright	K5
3	Square Knife edge turn with ¾ roll on entry and exit with 2 point roll in middle. Model will perform ¾ roll and fly knife edge, model then will push or pull 90 degrees for a turn and after the turn will perform a 2 point roll (2 of 2) and continue in the knife edge flight. Model will then push or pull back to the opposite direction in which they entered the maneuver, then perform ¾ to Exit Inverted.	K3
4	Cuban 8 with half rolls integrated in the loops on first 45 downline 1 negative snap, Second Downline 2 of 4. Model will enter maneuver inverted fly past center and perform a half roll rolling loop, upon completing the loop the model will then continue to the inverted downline where it will perform a 1 negative snap, when the model pushes out and reaches the horizontal line the model will then begin another half roll rolling loop and once completing the loop continue to the 45 down line with 2 of 4 point roll and Exit upright.	K7
5	Stall Turn with 1 and ¼ roll up and 2 of 2 down. Model will pull to the vertical line and perform 1 and ¼ roll on the upline, Stall, then on the down line perform 2 of 2 point roll exiting Inverted Crossbox.	K4
6	Push, push, pull humpty bum with ¾ Positive snap on the down line. Model will push to vertical line, nothing on the way up then push over the top to the vertical downline, on the downline the model will perform ¾ Positive snap on the way down. Exit Upright.	K3
7	3 Roll rolling circle first roll Out, Second Roll In, Third Roll Out. Exit Upright	K4
8	Top Hat with Knife edge entry and Exit. Model will enter the maneuver level and perform a ¼ to knife edge then perform a 90 degree rudder turn to the vertical upline, PULL Across the top of the Top Hat and perform 4 of 8 point roll, Push to the vertical downline and exit knife edge in the opposite direction of flight in which you entered. ¼ roll to Exit Inverted.	K5
9	Roll Sequence, One full roll opposite One Negative snap, Opposite 4 of 8 point roll. Exit Upright	K6
10	Immelman turn. Exit Upright	K2
11	1 Roll rolling loop from the top with ½ rolls reversed at bottom, Model will perform a Rolling loop from the top with 1 roll when the model hits 180 degrees the model should have rolled ½ revolution then reverses direction and finishes loop with half roll in opposite direction. Exit Upright	K6
12	Bunt with 1 and a half rolls out. Model will perform half outside loop and once the model hits level will perform 1 and ½ rolls to Exit Upright	K3
13	Loop with 8 point roll integrated over the top 180 degrees of the loop. Exit Upright	K6
14	180 Degree turn to landing	K1

1. On the Air Boss’s signal, the competitor will have 30 to get into the air.

2. This includes time on the ground to for his crew to set up the flight line or do any preparation that might be necessary for the flight. The crews will not be allowed in the flight area at any time during the flight.

3. The pilot will be allowed to have 2 additional people for ground crew, to set up accessories (limbo poles, streamers, etc.), but they will not be allowed to assist in the flight of the aircraft.

1. The starting point of the timed flight must be pre-determined by the pilot, and judging will

2. It may be a point from which the wheels leave the ground, or it may also be an “air-start”. This must be made clear to the air boss prior to flight.

3. The judging will cease at the Air boss’ indication that the 2 minutes has expired.

The aircraft can come into contact with the ground or ceiling during the flight. This will not effect the time.

1. The Pilot will have 30 seconds to get back on the ground and clear the flight area, to allow for the set-up of the next flight.

1. The judging criteria that will be used is described on the enclosed judging criteria sheets.

2. If the crew/assistants touch the transmitter at any time during the flight.

1. The freestyle will be composed entirely by the competitor, meaning the whole flight will be to his discretion. (no mandatory maneuvers)

2. All pilots will fly two rounds. Top eight will advance to Saturday finals. Top eight will fly two rounds.Then cut to four. Top four will fly one round.

3. Once Air boss puts you in the on deck box you will have 30 seconds to get airborne.

The flight order will be determined at the pilots meeting on the evening of the competition.

1. The pilot may use multiple planes, and can switch back and forth during the competition.

5. Must use a rubber spinner to cover prop shaft. The use of a "prop saver" is an acceptable alternative. (This is Mandatory)

10. In the event an airplane is damaged by contacting the floor or ceiling, the pilot will be asked to land

3. The music determines the tone of the flight, and the flight characteristics.

4. Make sure you bring an extra CD if it is burned. (Some CD players won’t play all)

5. The music can be started by either a pilot assistant, or one of the ETOC staff.

ETOC Committee. This is for safety reasons as well as Insurance liability purposes.

ETOC JUDGING CRITERIA

2 – Minute Free Program

TECHNICAL MERIT {80 K}

Complete use of the Flight Envelope Utilizing the Exploitation of Aerodynamic and Gyroscopic Forces and Demonstrating a Wide Variety of Figures. (30K)

The pilot is expected to make full use of the flight envelope of the aircraft. This means flying the full range of airspeeds and accelerations permitted. Program time should be divided between high and low speeds, high and low G maneuvers and both positively and negatively G loaded flight segments. The judge will deduct points if any of these areas are noticeably under-utilized. The pilot is expected to show movement of the aircraft about all axes. Higher grades will be given to pilots able to make use of all these effects through a wide range of aircraft attitudes and flight paths. Repeated use of any such forces in the same or similar attitudes should result in lower scores.

Many different figures should be completed in the time available. These should include maneuver elements of many different kinds and should use many different flight paths and axes. Lower marks should be given to a pilot who used only one or two principle axes of flight. However the use of additional axes within the performance zone must be clear and precise, not giving the appearance of being used by chance. Marks should be deducted if any particular maneuver element is over used or continues for an excessive period of time.

It should be clear that the maneuvers flown were in fact, intended and fully under the pilot’s control. Higher marks will be given for this objective when individual maneuver elements are started and finished on obviously precise headings and in well-defined attitudes. When, for example, maneuvers are allowed to decay into imprecise poorly defined movements, marks should be deducted for poor execution. Marks should also be deducted if it appears that the pilot has relinquished control of the aircraft at any time.

The program should demonstrate the pilot’s ability to adapt known figures into new and different combinations. It should also show creation of new figures when possible. Unique and novel utilization of the aircraft should be given consideration. It should show the presentation of figures in a different and unusual way. The element of surprise can be used to enhance originality. Higher marks should be given for innovative and original maneuvers, combinations and presentations. Marks should be deducted if the program showed no attempt at unique and different forms of creativity.

Pleasing and Continuous Flow of Figures with Contrasting Periods of Dynamic and Graceful Maneuvers (30K)

In a precisely flown sequence the completion of a figure will be well described when movement about an axis ceases and a particular attitude is briefly held. The start of the next figure or maneuver should then begin without any prolonged period of inactivity caused by the need to reposition the aircraft or reorient the pilot. Marks will be deducted for any obvious period of level flight or inactivity between figures. In a musical symphony the listener’s mood may be changed by contrasting fast and slow movements. Similarly in a Timed Free Program, the judge should be treated to a flight that causes different reactions. While some maneuvers involve very high speeds, sudden attitude changes and rapid rotations, others involve slower speeds or more gentle transitions. Higher marks should be given to a pilot who finds time in their program to show such differences of mood and pace. Marks should be deducted in this category for a flight that shows no such distinctions.

The entire flight should be accurately and precisely choreographed to music and/or other suitable sound effects. It should include different types of audible rhythms, beats, tempos and sounds that reflect the maneuvers, speeds and attitudes of the aircraft. Higher marks should be given to the flight where the aircraft and the music are flowing with each other to display a harmonious presentation. Marks should be deducted in this category if only portions of the flight follow the music or if portions have no reasonable relationship to the music. Marks should also be deducted if it is obvious that the intent of the maneuver is not in concert with the music or audio.

The Timed Free Program should be entertaining and exciting to watch. The use of props (within the realm of safety) may be used to enhance the performance. Body language, costumes and crowd participation can also be utilized. Higher marks should be given to the pilot that has an enjoyable and daring program with obvious crowd appeal.

Presentation of Individual and Combinations of Figures in the Best Orientation and Optimal Position and Balance of the Overall Flight (20K)

Figures can give different impressions when seen from different viewpoints so marks should therefore be deducted if the judge is not shown a figure in its best orientation. Each figure has an optimum position from which it is best viewed. Higher marks will therefore be given when individual figures are optimally placed while judges should deduct marks when it appears that a figure is not well placed or positioned. Highest marks will be given when the sequence as a whole is balanced evenly to the left and right of the judges’ direct line of vision. The greater the degree of unbalanced positioning the greater the deduction. The entire program should be positioned so as to maximize both the audience and judges’ perception and reception of the flight as a whole.

Electric Tournament of Champions

April 3rd and 4th 2009

ETOC JUDGING CRITERIA

2 – Minute Free Program

TECHNICAL MERIT {80 K}