Well, there are some clubs that have noise restrictions. Running an engine at a higher RPM than necessary can cause more noise than is acceptable. We have a rather sensitive area around our field, although it is in the middle of the boonies, we have neighbors. All it takes is to irritate one and we're out.

So, it becomes a toss up. Noise and lots of power, and all that goes with it, or a bit quieter operation and a bit less power, but satisfied neighbors and we keep our club.

Not all clubs have these issues. We do, and I'm sure others do to.

I've said it before and perhaps you all have read that in my posts. This is the main reason that I oppose high RPM's and loud running aircraft.

CGr.