37 Rocket Glider Duration Competition

37.1 Scope
Rocket Glider Duration Competition comprises nine events open to any single-staged model rocket that returns to the ground in stable, gliding flight supported by aerodynamic lifting surfaces which sustain it against gravity. Models whose gliding surfaces are made of flexible materials (e.g., plastic film or cloth) are prohibited from this event. The purpose of this competition is to achieve the longest flight duration time.
 
37.2 Disqualification
Any entry that descends with parachute and/or streamer recovery device(s) attached shall be disqualified.
 
37.3 Classes
This competition is divided into classes based on the permissible total impulse of the motor(s). The following classes of Rocket Glider Duration Competition are established:
 
Motor ClassWeighting FactorMulti-Round Maximum
1/8A2130 sec
1/4A2045 sec
1/2A1990 sec
A20120 sec
B21180 sec
C22240 sec
D24270 sec
E25300 sec
F27300 sec
G28300 sec

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