Launching – the tools
The initial installation should not provide a model with any velocity or pulse change, except that caused by the engine(s) of the space model contained in the model. It is forbidden to use mechanical, pyrotechnic devices built into the launcher. In the categories of models S1, S2, S5 the start should be with the usual launch device (atmospheric electric ignition of the engine of the first stage). Any launchers for launching models classified as gas-dynamic devices (a pipe moving in relation to a fixed piston) or devices operating in accordance with the principle of a powdered battery are not allowed to participate in the competition. No part of the equipment launch design should lose contact with the ground.

Assisted Launch
A launcher must not impart to the model any velocity or change of momentum except that caused by the space model engine(s) contained in the model. A launch assisted by mechanical devices built into the launcher shall not be allowed.

Each entry shall carry, prominently displayed upon its body, fins, or other exterior part, the competitor’s FAI license number or FAI Unique ID number in letters and numbers approximately one (1) centimetre high except in classes S5 and S7 where it is 4 mm for each stage. The name, national insignia, or international identification mark of the competitor’s nation must be displayed on the exterior of the model. [...]

Each entry shall carry, prominently displayed upon its body, fins, or other exterior part, the competitor’s FAI license number or FAI Unique ID number in letters and numbers approximately one (1) centimetre high except in classes S5 and S7 where it is 7 mm for the 1st stage and 4 mm for upper stages. The name, national insignia, or international identification mark (see Section 4b, Annex B.2) of the competitor’s nation must be displayed on the exterior of the model. [...]

4.6.5
In the S4 and S10 classes, the model must reach a stable flight within 30 s from the moment of reaching the apogee, otherwise the flight is disqualified.
In S3, S6 and S9 classes, the recovery system must deploy correctly within 30 s from the moment of reaching the apogee, otherwise the flight is disqualified.

6.1.2. STANDARD FAI PAYLOAD SPECIFICATION
The Standard FAI space model payload is a cylindrical container made of any non-metallic modelling materials according to paragraph 2.4.3. The Standard FAI space model payload has the diameter of maximum 40 mm and weighs 28 grams (+/- 0,1 g). The organisers of these events must provide a sufficient amount of equal payloads for all competitors. The organisers may define, by local rules, the sophistication of the payload (photo, movie camera or electronic equipment) and add optional tasks. 6.1.3. PAYLOAD CARRYING REQUIREMENTS
The standard FAI space model payload or payloads carried in a model shall be completely enclosed and contained within the model, shall be removable from the model for technical control purposes, and shall not be capable of separating from the model in flight.

6.1.2. STANDARD FAI PAYLOAD SPECIFICATION
The Standard FAI space model payload is a cylinder, sphere or ellipsoid of any modelling or natural material according to paragraph 2.4.3. The organiser may define, by local rules, the sophistication of the payload (photo, movie camera or electronic equipment) and to add optional tasks. 6.1.3. PAYLOAD CARRYING REQUIREMENTS
The standard FAI space model payload or payloads carried in a model shall be completely enclosed and contain within the model, shall be removable from the model, and shall not be capable of separating from the model in flight.

[...] For World and Continental Space Modelling Championships, the results for static points and flight characteristics from each judge shall be anonymously published after the competition.

[...] For World and Continental Space Modelling Championships, the judging scores from each judge shall be anonymously published.

11.7.4.9. There shall be three initial rounds and one final round, except for Continental and World Championships which shall have four initial rounds and two final rounds.

11.7.4.10. The five competitors with the highest scores after the initial rounds qualify for the final round(s). All competitors in the final round(s) shall fly as a group. If there is a frequency conflict, the competitor with the worst score in the initial rounds must change the frequency of his/her radio.

11.7.4.11. The final classification will be determined by the sum of all flight scores of each competitor. When there is a tie, the best score of one round shall be used to determine the individual winner. If a further tie occurs, the second best score of one round shall decide the winner.

11.7.4.9. The five competitors with the highest scores after four starts qualify for the final round. There will be one final flight for a group consisting of all participants of the final round. If there is a frequency conflict, the competitor with the worst score in three qualifying flights must change the frequency of his radio.
11.7.4.10. The final classification will be determined by the sum of all flight scores of each competitor. When there is a tie, the best score of one round shall be used to determine the individual winner. If a further tie occurs, the second best score of one round shall decide the winner.
11.7.4.11. For Continental and World Championships, the number of initial rounds may be increased from three to five. The number of final rounds may be increased from one to two. The number of rounds shall be declared in the pre-contest bulletins.

Gyrocopter Duration Competition comprises a series of events open to any single-staged space model which uses the principle of auto-rotation as the sole means of recovery. During the flight, no part of the model other than ejection protectors or wadding may be detached or jettisoned.

Gyrocopter Duration Competition comprises a series of events open to any single-staged space model which uses the principle of auto-rotation as the sole means of recovery.

The Bulletin No1 of each World Cup contest must be published not later than 30 days before the start of the competition by sending it to the Chairman of the Space Models Subcommittee and the World Cup Coordinator. In this bulletin all necessary data must be published: date and venue of the event, time schedule, names of the FAI Jury, Scale Judges and Range Safety Officer, offers for board and lodging. President of the FAI Jury must be from another country. All officials (FAI Jury, Scale Judges and RSO) can be selected only from the current list of FAI Judges and Experts.

Are not considered scores received by competitors in the final rounds in class S8E/P.

The winner earns the title World Space Modeller of the Year. The list of the best junior competitors will be announced separately. Certificates, medals or trophies may be awarded by the Subcommittee if available

The winner earns the title World Space Modeller of the Year. Certificates, medals or trophies may be awarded by the Subcommittee if available