Wind gusts over 25mph postponed three events at the US Nationals, including F2C and B Team Race. Despite efforts to adapt, competitors faced severe troubles with the wind, leading to postponements and shortened races. Only a few made it to the finish, highlighting the challenges of the day's racing conditions.
Jun 22, 2021
The 2021 Control Line Speed Nationals featured 22 fliers from 12 states, with Howard Doering expected to miss the event due to health issues. The competition began on June 21, 2021, with screamers 1/2A Speed and 1/2A Profile Proto.
Jun 21, 2021
RC Combat event held on June 20, with SSC class winner David Smithgall taking first place with a score of 2,512. Limited B class also concluded with champion David Smithgall winning with 2,512 points, followed by Tim Gillow in second and Mike LaPacz in third.
Jun 21, 2021
The RC Scale Nats ended on June 19, with various awards given out at the Claude McCullough Education Facility. Winners included Jack Buckley and Dan Landis in multiple categories, as well as Jeremy Arvin and Mike Barbee.
Jun 21, 2021
RC pilots competed in a 424 event, showcasing age differences and impressive racing times, with some sub-1:30 minutes. The event also honored the memory of Pete Bergstrom, a key figure in past Nationals events.
Jun 21, 2021
The RC Scale Aerobatics contest was ended due to rain on June 21, 2021, and awards were presented at AMA Headquarters. Nick Amelang won the Schroder Cup, David Moser won the Bennett Cup, and others took top spots in various categories.
Jun 21, 2021
The 2021 Control Line Racing Nationals will be held in Muncie, with a record number of pre-entries and a strong sense of enthusiasm among participants. The event will feature four days of competition, including new events and sponsorships.
Jun 21, 2021
RC Scale Aerobatics pilots braved strong winds on Friday, with many landing across runways due to the gusts. Despite a rain break, pilots completed rounds and were honored at the AMA museum. Nick Scharping won a new JR Radio as a prize.
Jun 19, 2021
RC Scale Nats were postponed due to strong wind gusts, but the National Association of Scale Aeromodelers held a banquet on Friday evening and inducted two pilots into the RC Scale Hall of Fame.
Jun 19, 2021