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Pilot's Meeting: 8AM Saturday and Sunday
Target Time to Complete All Rounds on Sunday: 2PM w/ awards to follow by ~2:30PM

CD: Bobby Burson
Co-CD: Justin Rizor

Contest Format
This is an F5J USA Tour event--we will adhere to F5J USA tour rules. All F5J launch heights must be verified on the Altis screen by the timer at the conclusion of each flight.
We will have flyoffs on Sunday after completing preliminary rounds.

Approved F5J altimeter list

F5J Rules

Accommodations
On-site RV (no hookups) and tent camping are welcomed. Visit our club's Location page for Silent Wings Ranch details and nearby accommodations.

Meals
Lunch will be provided Saturday and Sunday as part of the entry fee.
 
Field Access for Practice
Silent Wings ranch will be accessible to all contest pilots starting Wednesday, December 1 leading up to the contest.

Site Weather
We have a weather station on site and are tied into other weather services. See weather resources on our Weather page.

On-Site Contest Announcements: FM 97.10

Note: SWSS Member Discount applies to this contest. See Benefits of Membership 
When:
Saturday, December 3, 2022, 8:00 AM until Sunday, December 4, 2022, 3:00 PM
Where:
Silent Wings Ranch
See Silent Wings Ranch Info
 Maricopa, AZ  85139

Additional Info:
Event Contact(s):
Robert Burson
CD
 
Justin M Rizor
Co-CD
Category:
Multiple Day Event
Registration is required before Wednesday, November 30, 2022 at 11:59 PM
Payment in Full In Advance Or At Event
Cancellation Policy:
We provide refunds for events if you cancel before the specified cancellation cutoff date and time.
Capacity:
59
Available Slots:
43
$85.00
$65.00
$65.00