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Racing task and AAT

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The two competition tasks: fixed turn points where the fastest speed wins, and assigned areas where you choose the distance but must fly for a minimum time. Plus the start line, the finish ring and how a day is scored.

What you learn

  • Fly a racing task round its 500 m turn point cylinders
  • Plan an assigned area task against the minimum time
  • Work out your AAT speed when you finish early
  • Know the start limits and the finish ring's minimum height
  • Read a day's points, distance points and handicaps