ORIGINAL: Scott Smith
I’ve answered your questions, please answer mine: Why is equal takeoff weight more fair than what we have today given that fact that one propulsion system will get lighter throughout the flight?
I guess I have been unclear. My point is that in regards to the weight rule, the propulsion system should not be a factor. Weigh the plane with whatever the competitor feels he needs to complete the flight. If the IC powered planes get lighter during the flight, and the competitor feels that is an advantage he can make that choice. That is fair.