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Div B Events
Div C Events
Elastic Launched Glider
Prior to the tournament, teams will construct, collect data on test flights, analyze and optimize free flight elastic launched gliders to achieve maximum time aloft.
Division(s) | Regional Location | Impound | Eye Protection | Rules Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
B | UMW only | No | Type B | National Rulebook |
Clarifications
Sep 11, 2026
ELG
2
Section 3.g: Participants must be able to answer questions on design, construction, and operation of the device per the Building Policy found on www.soinc.org VASO Construction Policy found at virginiaso.org/policies.
Sep 11, 2026
ELG
1
This event will only be run at the 2027 National-Ready Regional (UMW) and the State Tournament.
Resources
VASO Event Checklists & Scoresheets
National Free Flight Society and SO
National Elastic Launched Glider page
Student Resource Center (Scioly)
Flight Event Tip Series (based on 2022 Flight rules, but useful tips):
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