Their remarks will be available in the judges meetings for the purpose of remembering and pointing out specific items that may have a bearing on the overall scoring. Consistency and Fairness are the essential elements of the judging process and will be strived for to the utmost. This covers the aircraft in its entirety. This applies to workmanship, cleanliness, maintenance, and overall appeal. Included in this is the airworthiness of the aircraft as a whole.
Consistency is a prime factor.
The airplane need not necessarily have an exceptionally polished or shiny finish, but it should be consistent. Cockpit Anything visible within the cockpit and passenger compartment comprises the items under inspection in this category. Workmanship including the finish, upholstery or lack of, instruments, controls and other components. Safety equipment including crash restraints, fire control equipment and any other safety factors should be given significant weight. Installation of modern electronics should not be penalized.