Superman Jet Rally, Metropolis, IL

[WindRover2]

1) Anybody know when the Superman Jet Rally will be held in Metropolis, IL this year?

2) Any chance any EDFs will be there?

[Kevin Cox]

Well http://www.ezonemag.com/disc/biggrin.gif

There was a huge mess of things last year when we inquired about EDF flying.

The meet is a WEEK long event Oct. 1-7. It costs 65.00 for the whole week and 40 for Friday,Sat. and Sunday. Last year EDFs could only be flown during non-event times (maybe 2 hours before and 1hr after). This is when any type of model can be flown. But you still pay the full reg. fee. I will be there to watch only....still good fun.

[Kevin Murray]

Last year the only EDF I saw was a Ky T-33 which wasn't flying. I doubt there will be any this year unless one of the turbine guys brings one along. the event is stiil worthwile though.
Two years ago rumor has it that Ivan M from Flying Models print mag flew an EJF A-10 or Raf.

[Sal C]

That sure sounds like e discrimination to me. I sure want to go this year but I'd like to see some edf's...

[Kevin Cox]

Sal,

It is truly worth it if you like jets EDFs or not. I hope it is not so cold and wind this year!

[byoung]

Kevin,
That was my T-33....

Last year Ivan M. did bring and fly his brushless powered EJF A-10 early one morning (I think Friday) but I didn't see it come out of his trailer the rest of the weekend. Ivan felt that I made a mockery of EDF's by suggesting to the CD that a lower entry fee could be charged for EDF flyers since they had such short flight slots. The CD stated that many of the other jet pilots would only get in one or two flights the entire weekend and they didn't complain about the entry fee. My "stupid EDF fee" suggestion was mentioned at the pilots meeting on Saturday morning.
I wish Superman had a CD like the one at the AZ jet rally, then we would see a good EDF turnout. http://www.ezonemag.com/disc/wink.gif
Like Kevin, I'll still go watch, but you won't see me bring anything to fly. http://www.ezonemag.com/disc/rolleyes.gif
Brad



[This message has been edited by byoung (edited 09-10-2001).]

[GregG]

It sure would be nice to see some of the faster EDF's represented there. I think, and it's just my opinion, one thing that separates many of us from that event is the sheer volume of money needed to make a big showing. Look at the prices of the turbine engines most of the pilots are useing and the price of everything else in a common jet nowadays. The last two jet meets I went to this year had 70-90% turbine models. The ducted fans were almost nonexistant. In Tucson this year, there were only three glow ducted fans, I had one of them. EJF did make a good showing with many of thier fleet, but the place was flooded with turbine$. Don't get me wrong, I'd love to have a turbine powered model, but my finances just won't allow it at this point in time.

[byoung]

Greg,
Superman is definitely becoming a Turbine, bring all your money, show also. I probably wouldn't fly there now unless I had a turbine powered jet. If I would win the lottery, I'd have me a turbine powered jet, but since that's not too likely I'll just have to watch.
Brad

[Kevin Murray]

Sal it's definatly discrimination but it's worth the trip, even if just for the WOW factor. I'll be there, to watch. May go Friday too, It's only an hour each way.

[Don Sims]

Gents,
Iwas thinking about going to watch on Sat. morning.... Any other E-Zoners going to be there??

[Kevin Murray]

Don I'll be there Saturday morning and mabey Firday afternoon too.

[Sal C]

Originally posted by Kevin Murray
Sal it's definatly discrimination but it's worth the trip, even if just for the WOW factor. I'll be there, to watch. May go Friday too, It's only an hour each way.

I'm really thinking about going. I have the video from last year. A little more of a trip from Chicago, about 5-6 hours...

[Kevin Murray]

It's worth a 5-6 hour trip, at least once. Check the weather. Last year it might not have been worth the trip for you. It was cold and windey.

[electricrcflyer]

I plan on coming on Saturday. I'll look for you guys there. I'll bring my Marcel Mirage...but am not flying.

Ron Vallejo

[Kevin Murray]

See you there Ron. It would be nice if the guys from EJF would be there.

[realdeal]

I'm planning on being there for Saturday. It's about a 5 hour trip each way for me. Hopefully since these guys think ducted fans are the scourge of the earth I can find a good deal on a used one. At the very least I hope to see a twin turbine model in the air.

Keith

[byoung]

I'll be there Saturday and maybe Friday also. I wish I had one of those Ezone t-shirts. ;)

Brad

[Kevin Cox]

Well Brad, I know you, Ron, Don and Kevin so maybe we can all (Keith and Sal) meet up at the fueling/startup ramp....or the BVM tent at a certain time(s) Saturday :).

[Kevin Murray]

Ok, Who ever is traveling the farthest set the time.
It's only an hour from home. I'll be there early.

[Don Sims]

I'm a couple of hours out so whatever time you all set is fine with me! I'm easy! At least on some things!

[electricrcflyer]

I'll be there around 9:30-45ish am. I'll look for you guys at the
...BVM tent?

Ron

[Kevin Murray]

Originally posted by Kevin Cox
Well Brad, I know you, Ron, Don and Kevin so maybe we can all (Keith and Sal) meet up at the fueling/startup ramp....or the BVM tent at a certain time(s) Saturday :).

And I know Keith from the Lexington event. So see youa'll there.
Sal, If you decide to make the trip - look for the group at the BVM Turbine Tent at 9:30 to 10:00.

[realdeal]

It's almost here. I'll plan on being at the BVM area around 9:30 to 10:00. Hope to see you all there.

Keith

[Don Sims]

I'll be looking forward to seeing you all there between 9:30 and 10am Saturday morning!
Don

[Kevin Murray]

Probably not going to go Friday But Saturday is a go.

See you all there.

[Kevin Cox]

It is official, I've gotta work Saturday :( They say there might be a slight chance that I can get out of it but I've been told that before :D

[Don Sims]

That stinks Kevin!!:mad: If you don't make it, Hopefully we'll see you at St. Gen. later in the month! :)

[byoung]

Hopefully this rain will be gone tomorrow. I'll just be down for the day on Saturday. I'll look for everyone at the BVM tent between 9:30-10:00.

Brad

[Kevin Murray]

Supposed to stop arround midnight arround here. I'm colse.
Clearing tomorrow, partly sunny, high 63.

See you there.

[Don Sims]

Hey guys, I'm meeting my dad at the Paduca airport at 9:30 ish. See you all around 10, mabe earlier if he gets there on time. The weather looks great!! Glad this front moved through tonight and didn't stall out!:D :D :D :D

[Kevin Murray]

I'll look for you. I'll reccognize you from Gte. Gen.
I'll have on a green bomber jacket / B17 on.
Safe trip. :)