RACE 2 SEP 15 REMOTE ROUND

The racetrack takes place in a district of Tokyo, centered around a bridge over a river and its surrounding area. Pilots will navigate through four pylons and ten gates in about 60 seconds.

The race starts by passing Pylon A at a speed limit of approximately 370 km/h (200 kt). The approach should be slightly angled rather than head-on to allow a straight path toward Pylon B.

The section from Pylon B to Pylon C curves slightly to the right, requiring the aircraft to be swung to the right while flying. During this maneuver, it’s also important to consider the approach to Pylon D, located on the bridge, to fly the shortest distance possible, which will require precise line selection.

From Pylon C to Pylon D, the racetrack heads towards the leftmost pylon, requiring a significant left turn.

The route from Pylon D back to Pylon B involves a "low turn," which has a minimum altitude restriction of 250 ft (approximately 76 m).

During the turn, there is a possibility of reaching up to 12G, the maximum allowed by the rules, and exerting too much G-force can slow down the speed. The pilot's skill in timing the turn and precisely controlling the G-forces is crucial.

The section from Pylon D to Pylon B, the goal is to accelerate the aircraft while minimizing G-forces. After passing Pylon B, the pilot must quickly execute a flat turn to return to Pylon D. This section is relatively easy to navigate, but due to the high speed, careful turn control is essential to avoid a wide turn.

From Pylon D to Pylon B and then to Pylon A, a "high turn" begins, with a minimum altitude requirement of 500 ft (approximately 152 m). While flying straight, the pilot turns towards Pylon A. Considering the next maneuver, the approach is likely to be slightly from the right to smoothly head towards Pylon A while descending.

From Pylon A to Pylon C, the pilot performs a right-hand low turn, followed by a vertical pull-up, and then a high turn towards the final gate, Pylon A, to reach the finish line.

The key to winning this race is in the "turns." By mastering the entry angles into the gates and effectively executing the turns, pilots can potentially reduce their time by about 0.5 seconds.

The various turns condensed into approximately 60 seconds require not only passing through the gates but also continuously planning routes towards the next gate with meticulous control. The thrill of an air race lies in the precise maneuvers of the pilots demonstrating their skilled flights.