ORIGINAL: TonyF
I stand corrected. But I just checked a popular entry level model I have and at the wing tip it was smaller then 2mm. But what is the whole point? I have seen models with stall strips on them that certainly would not have passed if measured. It was a rule that long ago quit being relevant if it ever was. There are more rules like that in the book that should get the same boot.
With hindsight it could have been worded better. Maybe the CB could issue an explanation on what it means similar to the Masters Nats qualifying?
Tony:
We generally don't agree on this weight controversy stuff, but when it comes to the 2mm LE rule, it does seem to be outdated. Not that this rule causes many problems, but what is the point of carrying this forward as a safety rule when the AMA allows up to 55 lb. stuff to fly? This is probably an easy rule proposal to effect a change, just to remove clutter from the rule book.