That would have been a great idea Jester. Learning those simple maneuvers would have required learning the use of rudder. That is the weak point of most model pilots. I will agree that should a proficiency test come about it should be standardized and written by modelers. I would,like to see club instructors go through some sort of qualification process as well but the reality of that is clubs would no longer have instructors. It is difficult enough to get them as it is and most clubs have to take whomever steps up to the plate. Same goes with teaching new guys how to properly set up an airplane. Nobody really reaches that and for good reason. I have tried not only here but in real life as well, most times guys are just plain lazy and don't want to take the time nessesary to do a good bench setup. When you tell them they need to measure everything and some things may require some shimming the crickets come out. We may just find ourselves in a position where we are required to teach these things but more importantly some guys will need to learn how to become better students.