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Competition Task 1
Thoughts on using a secondary airframe, something Houston sized (smaller than peggy), as POR for Task 1?
multiple airframes is allowed for comp
Derisks Task 1 by using a cheaper airframe for testing and at competition
Allows us to remove autonomy system from Pegasus
Bringing up a CF airframe, 7” or 10” prop range, could allow us to learn how to tune as well
Houston’s current plastic airframe is very vibey and makes tuning difficult.
Competition Task 2: Pegasus Payload Redesign
December 14th FT revealled some challenges with the current system.
Scoop solution has been ruled out due to leaking issues?
Eclipse Competition Timeline
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What is path forward toward mechanical solution
Pegasus 2 tuning plan.
Eclipse Timeline
Pilot training foam plane timelines
Mechanical simulation: is it overweight?
VTOL Plan
If this is something we are going to be doing then it will need more attention following the eclipse program. Else we will need to focus on maintaining a quadcopter platform into 2026 competition?
Current director’s will all be stepping down post comp so our efforts toward managing VTOL will be minimal, either the next generation should step up into this program or we should align on not driving it.
Comp Roster Selection
Announce in Jan 6th post