This is covered in the game updates, bullet 13

http://www.firstlegoleague.org/challenge/robotgameupdates
 On Oct 27, 2013 7:56 PM, "Steve Buchanan, Nick Grabar" <
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> Release of lever for Cargo Plane does not result in plane reaching Yellow
> or Lt. Blue zone.  We have strenghened the zip line tower with velcro
> strips and tightened the zip line.  What should we expect on the
> competion table at the tournament regarding distance plane will travel?
> Should we plan to have the robot give the plan a boost to get it into
> scoring zone??
> THANKS for your feedback.
> Nick
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