SGDC is proud to be hosting the country's only Global Qualifier again for the 4th year.
This year we’re very happy to announce we’ll be running it as a British Qualifying Event also, at our home - Yate Outdoor Sports Complex. This will be the UK’s first combined BQE and GQ event.
We are limiting this event to 30 pilots to ensure that we can get the maximum packs to contribute to the GQ & run Mains.
Event location - https://yate-outdoor-sports-complex.co.uk/
Important Info
Being a dual BQE & GQ, we’ve been granted permission to run the BQE utilising your SINGLE FASTEST 3 CONSECUTIVE LAPS time gained from the GQ format to seed the Triple-Mains for all.
Your final position for the BQE will be earned in the usual fashion during the Main you have qualified for.
The event may run a little longer due to us wanting to provide you with as many GQ packs as possible up to the maximum of 10, the maximum pack count may be reduced inline with the BQE guidelines to ensure Mains are run, thus fulfilling the final event standings.
We’ll be running the Summer Global Qualifier track: Gecko - It can be found on Velocidrone.
MultiGP and BRDA craft specification differ slightly when you get into the realms of 7 inch props - if you would like to run to MultiGP spec, you may not be eligible for BQE qualification/Mains. If you are flying a common 5” or 6” racing craft, you need not worry.
(MultiGP 305mm Motor to Motor and no prop size limit, 800g AUW | BDRA 300mm Motor to Motor 6 inch max prop size)
If you are unsure on anything or have any questions, feel free to message us at SGDC on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/southglosrc) or on Discord (https://discord.gg/vJW3eNH4Vd).
Timing and Event Format
Our event will be run using an ImmersionRC LapRF timing system linked to Livetime. We will also endeavour to live stream our event to YouTube with the usual LiveFPV updating all day so that you can easily keep track of the standings. We will be using an authorised modified BDRA BQE race format (qualifying rounds leading into triple finals for all mentioned above).
On Site Facilities
Our onsite Cafe/Bar will be open all day serving a range of hot/cold food and drinks.
We have great toilets & facilities with onsite parking, lots of comfy cafe space & sheltered stadium seating.
Venue capacity for mains charging is available within reason.
Entry Fee
Entry fee is £30 and there will be a £2 discount with BDRA membership. This contributes to funding our venue, equipment and resources allowing us to continue hosting the events you know us for, all year round.
Refund Policy
In the event of a rained off / cancelled race day we will offer a 50% refund.
If you cancel your place we will do our best to fill it from the reserve pilots list, if we fill the spot we will refund you minus PayPal fees (4%).
Requirements
BMFA / FPVUK insurance
Analog or HDZero, 25mw VTX output
British Drone Racing Association regulations: https://bdra.uk/current-rules/
MultiGP 2024 Regulations: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1uH8IW7sJwNZScJMiqwNb4h5u1bRy8DJDYXr1TK9hgBk/edit#heading=h.c7d32jvxr7wf
MulitiGP 2024 GQ information: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WkQqv3b8tSBXHABXXWUB3tEvolC1rV5-6oLc-FinOgw/edit#heading=h.monn459hk8pb
We look forward to welcoming you to YOSC for the BQE - GQ.
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