This is the PROPOSED layout of the race course. It's an interesting layout featuring left and right turns with over water segments along the beach. What a great layout for a race course! In general, racers will need to be no lower than 500ft. And at the turn points you must "present" your aircraft for visual identification by the spotters. If they can't see you, they can't ID you. Choose your altitude wisely! :)
The course will be flown within the FAA regulations of Visual Flight Rules, VFR. It is the responsibility of the Pilot In Command to comply with all regulations and operate their aircraft in a safe manner.
You can download the Official Lone Star Air Rally 2012 Google Earth and Coordinate files here!
Just click on the images for a larger view.
Here are the race course visuals and waypoint coordinates.
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| Sectional Chart View |
We will expect a departure on Runway 13. The Start Line is intersection of Runway 13 & 17. Fly Runway heading to Turn 1.
Navigate to the Turn 1 coordinate and then turn left on course to Turn 2.
Navigate to the Jetty. Remain clear of persons along on the beach.
Turn 3 - Crystal Beach Bridge
Go around the center of the bridge.
Turn 4 - Smith Point
Go around the tip of Smith Point.
Go around the tip of Smith Point.
Turn 5 - Bolivar Light House
Turn around the light house.
Turn around the far corner of the Old Blimp Base.
Turn 7 - Flamingo Isle Bridge
Turn around the center of the bridge.
Turn around the center of the bridge.
Turn around the hangar located between the two runways at Flyin Tiger.
Turn 10 - San Luis Pass
Turn around the corner of the inlet mouth.
The finish line is abeam the Jamaica Beach Water Tower.
Click on any of the photos for a closer look.
