Del Johnson wrote:

Vance and I are developing criteria for judging
alternative engines at air shows. Namely Camarillo CA
July 23.

Here is our preliminary list

Distance flown in.
Number of hours.
Innovation.
Motor mount design.
cooling system design.
workman ship.
appearance.
degree of difficulty.
performance

Did I forget anything Vance?
Can anybody add to this list?

Paul Lamar

Del Johnson:

How about consideration for installation weight.  Points should be given for
a weight conscious design.  Points MIGHT be deducted if the airframe needs
to me highly modified (in a plans built or kit built design) to accoummodate
the engine or where the weight/balance deviates from the design
specifications or where weight has to be added to the aft section of the
aircraft.

 
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