Project Summary
2013 SAE Aero Design West Competition
Location of Competition:
Lockheed Martin
Van Nuys, California
Flying Field:
Valley Flyers Field
Lake Balboa, California
Important Dates:
Registration Begins: 10/2/12
Registration Ends: 12/17/12
Competition: 4/12/13 - 4/14/13
In order to succeed in the competition, the aircraft must be able to:
- Lift as much weight as possible while adhering to the rules and regulations set forth by SAE
- Lift from the ground within a take-off distance of 200 ft
- Complete at least one 360 degree circuit of the field
- Make the initial turn of 360 degree circuit after the aircraft has passed the take-off distance requirement
- Touch down within the designated landing zone (400 ft) and remain on the ground through rollout
Click here to see the 2013 SAE Aero Design Rules and Regulations
Location of Competition:
Lockheed Martin
Van Nuys, California
Flying Field:
Valley Flyers Field
Lake Balboa, California
Important Dates:
Registration Begins: 10/2/12
Registration Ends: 12/17/12
Competition: 4/12/13 - 4/14/13
In order to succeed in the competition, the aircraft must be able to:
- Lift as much weight as possible while adhering to the rules and regulations set forth by SAE
- Lift from the ground within a take-off distance of 200 ft
- Complete at least one 360 degree circuit of the field
- Make the initial turn of 360 degree circuit after the aircraft has passed the take-off distance requirement
- Touch down within the designated landing zone (400 ft) and remain on the ground through rollout
Click here to see the 2013 SAE Aero Design Rules and Regulations