Judging is a vitally important part of Pattern Flying - inconsistent judging is a source of great unhappiness. Becme a better judge by working through the presentations below. It doesn't matter what standard you fly at you can still be an excellent judge if you know what to look for and are consistent in your approach to every flight. Being a better judge will aso make you a better flier, because you will know what the judges are looking for!
Check out the following two presentations by downloading and then viewing:
Judging Seminar. Takes your through the most important items to looks for when you are judging and then how to apply this when awarding points.
PO7 & FO7 Judging. Specific advice on judging the current F3A/Master schedules.
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