I agree as well, tasking (ATs whenever humanly possible) is a critical issue and concern. Team flying has already been addressed (wonderful!). Many of the common sense US safety rules are (more than) fine with me personally although I cannot speak for everyone.

I see no relative difference in a 500 ft finish and ground finish other than higher risk. I personally like the safety factor as it has very little downside. If, however, the finish height was zero I would be ok. The rules are not the safety issue the pilots are.

1) If US rules had guidelines for more ATs I believe contest customer sat. goes up!

And 2) If there was one US Club Class Nationals run with IGC rules (even slightly "moderated" IGC) the USA would be a better place!

Sean
F2