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Scoring
Overall
Pilots fly at events and score points. At each event,
the winner gets 1000 points and others get a percentage of 1000 based on
how they did relative to the winner. Events that have at least 15 pilots
count for maximum points while those having fewer pilots count less. The
pilots national standing is determined from the sum of his highest two
event scores for the calendar year.
Pilots must be members of USPPA or USUA at the time of their
competition to be tracked in the national standings.
Why
Compete?
Primarily this is a way to
add another layer of enjoyment for those who aspire to such things. Many
enjoy improving their skills and then comparing their efforts with
fellow pilots all over the country. Secondly, it makes for a more
enjoyable spectator activity as pilots stretch themselves and do
precision tasks that sometimes surprise the un-initiated (and the
initiated as well).
Pilots should also be
keenly aware of an increase in risk during competition. Whenever the
primary focus leaves the simple act of flying safely, there is added
risk. Additionally, pilots are doing more demanding maneuvers, closer to
the ground, and with the additional personal pressure of wanting to do
well. This is why a minimum experience is required (see the Rules
section).
