Ohio Open Rocket Tournament
B Boost Glider Duration
The goal of the boost glider duration event is to
keep a glider aloft in a stable, gliding flight longer than anyone else. The model rocket is allowed to separate into multiple pieces, and only the gliding portion is timed.
At the Ohio Open Rocket Tournament, contestants must use NAR contest-certified
B motors (such as Estes or Quest motors). Here are a
few tips to help first-time fliers:
- Competition kits are available through QCR.
- Plans are available online at NAR boost glider plans. You can also browse through the contestRoc files area to see if anyone has uploaded any plans there. Plans and other boost-glider-related information can also be ordered from NARTS.
- Build light. Select good balsa and construct your glider carefully ensuring that all surfaces are properly aligned and all glue joints tight. Avoid "plywood and epoxy" construction techniques.
- The main trick to these gliders is in trimming the glide. A well-trimmed "bad" glider will outperform a poorly-trimmed "good" glider.
- Put your NAR number on your models.
- Make a few practice flights before the day of the meet. Low-altitude boosts on a 1/2A6-2 will show you up close how your glider will perform in the air.
More detailed rules for the NAR helicopter duration event are available on the
online NAR Pink Book.
Questions?