What is a sortie and what is meant by multiple sorties may be flown?
For this years (98/99) competition, a “sortie” consists of (1) loading the payload; (2) take-off, downwind leg with 360 degree turn, landing, taxi back to starting line; and (3) unloading the payload. Teams may complete as many cycles of this “sortie” as possible within their given 10 minute competition time period. • Question: Can we have two or more sets of wheels which we can interchange during the competition, if the first set wears out quickly. Answer: The rules allow “moderate” servicing between flights. You may change wheels provided you can do so within the time period for your flights.
