15.1. Points per heat. After each heat, points shall be awarded based on the order of finish. If the matrix is set up for four-plane heats, the result is four (4) points for first place, three (3) points for second place, two (2) points for third place, and one (1) point for last place. If the matrix is set up for three-plane heats, the winner receives three (3) points, second place two (2), and last place one (1) point. If the matrix is set up for two-plane heats, the winner receives two (2) points and the loser receives one (1). Zero points are awarded for a no-start (DNS), failure to complete the heat (DNF), double cut (XX), or black flag (DQ).

during the contest. Sometimes, attrition or other factors may result in a number of “bye” or solo heats. In such a case the CD may be tempted to rematrix the remaining entries. Remember that consistency is part of the task of racing, and depriving a contestant of an easy win when competitors are not prepared to come to the starting line alters the task. Therefore, rematrixing should only be done at the completion of a round, and even then only after a pilots’ meeting to obtain the pilots’ informed consent to the decision.

15.3. Ties and flyoffs. The winner of the event is the pilot who has accumulated the most points after the conclusion of all heats. If time permits, and there is no frequency conflict, ties shall be broken by a flyoff race. Otherwise, the best single race time shall be considered in determining final placings. If a prize is to be awarded for the best single race time of the event (“fast time trophy”), race times achieved during flyoff races shall be eligible for the fast time trophy. If a new national record is set during a flyoff race, the flyoff race shall be considered part of the “AMA-sanctioned competition” for purposes of paragraph 2, “Acceptance of Records,” under “RECORDS” in the General Information section of this rulebook.