There have been two nominations for AMPBA Treasurer and three nominations for the two General Committee positions on the AMPBA Executive.
Please note that the voting forms must be received or postmarked by the 15/4/2020 to be valid.… Read the rest
Static Display Events
The AMPBA is committed to assisting affiliated clubs with engaging with audiences in local communities. Attending events and shows is a great way of introducing model powerboat racing to potential RC enthusiasts.
To help support reducing any liabilities that may be encountered by our associated club by participating in demonstration events.… Read the rest
Course Time (The Race)
An oval heat race will consist of:
- A five (5) minute period will commence with the start. Any boat not completing the required number of laps in this time will be ordered from the course and awarded a Did Not Finish (DNF)
- If in the opinion of the Contestant Director, any boats remaining on the course are incapable of finishing the race in the five (5) minute period, they will be ordered from the course and awarded a Did Not Finish (DNF)
- Course Time shall not be considered a ‘right’ to stay on the course.
Starting Procedure
Prior to a race commencing the starting procedure consists of two key phases. Pit time and Mill Time.
These crucial elements of the starting procedure are summarised below.
Pit Time:
- A two (2) minute period will be announced over the P.A
Overview and Course
An oval racing heat at a sanctioned event shall consist of:
- A minimum of 5 entries to constitute a class in Senior and Junior competition except in the case of demonstration classes. There is no minimum entry requirement for Sub Junior classes.