MAIN constraint

• If the aircraft is equipped with a wheeled landing gear, it must include a ground steering mechanism for positive directional control during takeoff and landing.
• Relying solely on aerodynamic control surfaces for steering is not permitted

Other Constrait

• Aircraft must remain on the runway during the takeoff roll.
• The aircraft must be airborne within 100 ft (takeoff distance limit).
• Must not initiate a turn until passing 400 ft from the initial start position.
• Two team members are allowed to hold the aircraft before takeoff but may not push it.
• Aircraft must land in the same direction as takeoff.
• The aircraft must land and stop within 400 ft (landing distance limit).
• A landing is considered successful only if it is controlled and entirely within the designated landing zone.
• If any part of the aircraft used for support (e.g., landing gear, wheels) touches outside the landing zone, the flight is disqualified.
• Touch-and-go landings are not allowed.

Constraint Categories/Considerations

Stability

• Accounts for how stable the aircraft is during taxiing, takeoff, and landing with the selected landing gear configuration

Cost

• Accounts for the cost of materials put into constructing the specified landing gear configuration

Manufacturability