First off congrats on competing at XFC, Incredible job. So how was the experience for you?
Also it would be neat to have you walk us through the Smack Down flight. But first off what is a ,"Smack Down"? It almost looks like a Hucking/Freestyle session. I would really like to know what you are thinking during his flight. Did go exactly as you planned it?
Do you have screen capture software (camtasia)? It would be cool if you could do a voice over during the flight video and pause after some of the moves and explain what you are thinking as you transition in to the next move. I know it would be a lot of work, but it would be extremely interesting to see. Take care, and great job, AKf
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Thank you.
The experience was absolutely incredible. I had an absolute blast and learned a ton.
A "smack down" flight is very similar to a freestyle.
It actually went nothing like I planned. I had some electronics issues with my krill, so I had to fly a borrowed backup plane I had barely flown (it also had a new engine that wasn't broken in). I was very afraid to fly it aggressively and had to completely revamp my smack routine so it wouldn't be too hard on a plane that wasn't mine.
I have a video of what my smack was originally supposed to be like that I might post.
I have some capture software that I can use, I just don't really have the time to do it right now. If you have any specific questions, I would be more than happy to answer them.
“Smack Down†Flight Judging Criteria
The Smack down program is designed to not only push the competitor but to keep the contest fresh, enjoyable to attend, spectate and compete in.
The pilot that completes the smack down flight that is the most entertaining to watch will receive the highest score. Scoring for the smack down flight will be broken down into three scored categories.
Precision 50K: The pilot must at all time, exhibit complete and intentional control of the aircraft. Maneuvers and/or flights that appear to be hap hazard, dangerous, or by chance, will receive a lower score than a more deliberate flight. In this program a crash is not automatically a zero but rather a deduction assessed by completed sequence amount.
Wow factor 50K: the flight shall be enjoyable to watch and push the flight envelope. Sequences shall incorporate new maneuvers, surprises and combinations of maneuvers to enhance the program. This is the category to show off your stuff. A pilot that completes the program with these qualities will receive the highest score.
Wide variety 40K: the program shall have a wide variety of maneuvers and not dwell on any one maneuver excessively. The program shall be balanced left and right of the judges but not need to be balanced vertically or direction of load (positively or negatively).
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