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Winch launched FAI CAT 2 Pilot XC competition alongside informal Club Pilot / Pilot event and XC competition. This is the conclusion of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations of Accuracy in the UK. ...
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Registration will open on
25/08 18:00 (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
Event info
Winch launched FAI CAT 2 Pilot XC competition alongside informal Club Pilot / Pilot event and XC competition. This is the conclusion 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.
Payment details will be emailed to you after registration on AirTribune.
Selection will be on a first come, first served basis. Once we reach 60 pilots we will be full.
PLEASE NOTE: There will be an additional administrative charge of £50 per person for registration payments made after 11th August 2022.
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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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 25/08/22 - 20.30
General Safety Briefing 26/08/22 - 08.00
Event flying days 26/08/22 – 29/08/22 11.00 – 18.00
Competition days 26/08/22 – 29/08/22
Closing/Award ceremony 29/08/22 - 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
Barrack Accommodation - £20pp for four nights. Please contact Arthur Bentley directly if you would like to book a bed in the accommodation block – arthur.bentley600@icloud.com. To stay in the barracks, you will need to obtain a pass.
Anyone wanting to get into the barracks for showers, toilet or food will need to book in at the guardroom and obtain a pass. To get a pass you will need to provide identification such as a passport or driving licence. Please bring these with you.
How to get here
None
Cirencester United Kingdom
Downloads
Waypoint files
Organizers
BHPA
8 Merus Court, Meridian Business Park, Leicester, LE19 1RJ, United Kingdom
Andy Shaw
Green Dragons Airsports
