Helicopter

Prior to the tournament, teams will construct, collect data on test flights, analyze and optimize free flight rubber-powered helicopters to achieve maximum time aloft.

Division(s)	Regional Location	Impound	Eye Protection	Rules Location
BC	UMW only	No	Type B	National Rulebook

Clarifications

Feb 23, 2026

HEL

5

EYE PROTECTION: B - Type B eye protection will be required in VASO tournaments.

Feb 9, 2026

HEL

4

Room Dimensions - This Clarification will continue to be numbered HEL 4, but the date will be updated each time VASO can update the information given by the tournament locations. The Helicopter space information is:

UMW Regional - Height is 6.8m

Oct 13, 2025

HEL

3

Section 3.f: The helicopter may use up to three fixed pitch rotors...

Sep 2, 2025

HEL

2

Section 3.h: 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. If a kit is used, the requirement for it to be substantially modified is not applied in this event.