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Tow launch Hang Gliding Cross Country for 30 pilots as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Accuracy in the UK...
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Registration will open on
02/05 19:58 (GMT)
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Helicopter rescue
The region supports helicopter rescues
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Medic on takeoff
There will be medical rescue services at launch
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Good phone coverage
The region generally has good phone coverage
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Radio coverage
We will be monitoring radios for your safety whilst you fly
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Toilets on takeoff
There are toilets at, or near, the launch
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Tracklogs managed
The organisers will download the tracklogs at HQ for scoring
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Airtribune blogging
The organisers are using Airtribune for registration, tracking, blogging and to publish scores
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Maps are supplied
The organisers will give you printed maps at registration
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ID Cards
The organisers will give you an ID card with all the essential items listed
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Party
There will be an organised party during or after the event
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Free gift
You will receive a tshirt or other welcome gift
Prize funds and scoring categories
- OVERALL Class
Event info
Tow launch Hang Gliding Cross Country for 30 pilots as part of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Accuracy in the UK
Flying site
Selection and entry fee
Competition - BHPA Pilot rated with Tow environment, or equivalent.
Event - BHPA Club Pilot rated with Tow environment, or equivalent.
Evidence of currency within the tow environment within the last three months or at Meet Director's discretion
Selection criteria for national pilots:
In online registration order – Yes
In WPRS order – No
Selection criteria for non-national pilots:
In online registration order – Yes
In WPRS order – No
Selection will be on a first come, first served basis. Once we reach 30 pilots we will be full
Documents required at registration
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FAI IPPI Card
The FAI IPPI card is an International card that states your skill level. It is issued by your National Association and matches the level or your flying Licence
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National Licence
The organiser requires you to present your National flying licence.
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Signed Application form
You will need to sign an applicaton form at the venue. Usually the organiser will provide it on arrival.
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Liability Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your liability (3rd party) insurance documents
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Rescue/Medical Insurance
You must provide the organiser with a copy of your medical, rescue and repatriation insurance. You can purchase Global Rescue cover from Airtribune
Cancellation Policy
Prize fund and scoring categories
Individual
Best Spot Landing
Newcomer
SCORING:
The competition will be scored using GPS traces. Your instrument needs to be capable of this, or use your phone to record, and then emailed to the scorer. If using an instrument please bring any cable you need to retrieve the traces. Phone options include, on Android, Tracker (https://mycloudbase.com/tracker/download.htm) or on Apple (iOS), FlySkyHy, https://apps.apple.com/us/app/flyskyhy/id516879039. Please test out your tracking prior to the competition. Any queries please email richard.hunt@mycloudbase.co.uk.
General schedule
Opening ceremony 01/06/22 - 20.30
General Safety Briefing 02/06/22 - 08.00
Competition flying days 02/06/22 – 05/06/22 09.00 – 19.00
Closing/Award ceremony 05/06/22 - 18.00
Accommodation and Activities
Local accommodation:
- Travelodge Cirencester - 6 miles from airfield
- Travelodge Swindon West - 13 miles from airfield
- Premier Inn Swindon - 9 miles from airfield
Camping available on site - £5pppn
How to get here
Kufra District, Libya
Cirencester United Kingdom
Downloads
Waypoint files
Organizers
BHPA
8 Merus Court, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1RJ, United Kingdom
Andy Shaw
Green Dragons Airsports
