After giving this some more thought over night I've come to a realization that this idea is most likely a boondoggle.

The idea is sound, the implementation could be a nightmare I suppose. It would take someone (Or three) to monitor this and ensure it is done in a timely manner. AMA would likely not take on the responsibility, the NSRCA doesn't likely have the funds to pay someone to do it. I think IMAC does pay someone to do it and it's costly or so I've heard.

I just think the current points system doesn't work at all. I think we need a newer system, I was just trying to throw out ideas to get the discussion started and maybe we could come to a workable plan.

My intent was never to use a system to identify "sand baggers", some here fixated on that part of the OP. I'm sorry that point was so prevalent in the responses. Has sand bagging happened? Yes. Is it wide spread? Not hardly.

I do not have an "Agenda" I'm trying to fulfill either, please don't think I do.

What I was hoping for was a system to help fliers decide when they should move up and give those that got in over their heads an easier way to move down. The AMA had to make up a form for the last guy I know that asked for it to follow the rule book to move down a class.

Yes the system could be used to force guys into the next class if they raw scored an average of 8.5 or higher over a two year period. Looking at the system I envisioned would it would help both ends of our spectrum.

I still believe we need a system that is open and transparent and easy to use for everyone. Self monitoring of accumulating points isn't the answer in my opinion.

But I've been known to have silly ideas from time to time. I'm sure it won't be the last one either.

Tim