Control Line

Control Line

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Control Line is the only model flying discipline where the pilot is physically in control of the model aircraft. The pilot controls the aircraft by a handle to which are attached two steel wires that, at the other end, are attached to the model aircraft's elevator. There are six main disciplines: Speed - Man and machine against the clock. Just how fast can the pilot fly the aircraft?
Aerobatics - Precision Flying - An Aerobatics pilot performs a set pattern of manoeuvres in a set sequence and within a set time under the scrutiny of experienced judges. Modern Team Race - This is where a pilot/pitman team races against two other teams to complete a set distance in the shortest possible time with pit stops where the pitman catches the model, refuels and restarts it as quickly as possible for the pilot to continue the race. The three teams compete at the same time in the same circle. Vintage Team Race - This features the best looking model aircraft of the 1950's, using motors of their time and their modern reproductions, combined with contemporary racing techniques to deliver some of the most exciting and easily accessible control line racing at a sensible price.
Combat - Two combat pilots fly in the same circle against each other. Each model carries a paper streamer and each pilot attempts to take cuts from his opponent's streamer with the propeller of his own aircraft. Carrier Deck - Flying model aircraft, fast and slow, and precision landing on a scale model carrier deck.