Get on down under and come and be part of the Forbes Flatlands Revival.
Forbes offers some of the best flying in the world with consistent weather,
good infrastructure and diverse landscape.
In 2009, we will be offering four levels of competion to help cater for all
levels of pilots and fun.
1. Open Class Category (aimed at pilots who are looking to get on
their national teams, or close to it. The top twenty on any national ladder.)
2. A Class Category – For pilots that have never been in the top
100 WPRS (CIVL world ranking system). Same tasks at the Open Class. Scored
together with the Open class, but singled out for recognition
3. Sport Class – Shortened Task - GPS required - Open to kingpost gliders (For less competition experienced pilots who want to learn more and
stretch themselves with less than herculean tasks. Launching a bit later than
Open and A Classes to get the better part of the day for the shorter task.)
4. Club Class - Duration and spot landing – Open to all gliders
(For pilots who want to learn to aerotow, would like some extra attention and
help, want to practice their thermaling and landing skills and hang with the big
dogs. Launching after Sport Class. Must land before sunset.)
An Aerotow endorsement course or aerotow training will also be available every
morning starting at 9am. EVENT ORGANISER:
Sydney Hang Gliding Club
EVENT MANAGER: Vicki Cain
WHEN: 3rd-11th January 2009
WHERE: Forbes Airport, Forbes NSW Australia (5kms from
town)
METHOD OF LAUNCH: Aerotow Only
CONTEST SANCTIONING: HGFA AAA and FAI WPRS
REGISTRATION & PRACTICE DAY: 2nd January, 2009
ON-LINE REGISTRATION: Closes 8th December 2008. Entry fee must be paid by the 8th of December. Aerotow fees
must be paid with cash on the 2nd January 2009 in Forbes.
SPONSORS & PRIZE MONEY:
To be confirmed.
MINIMUM COMPETITOR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
HGFA Intermediate or foreign equivelent. To be eligible, pilots
must have successfully aerotowed their glider model at least 10 times and must
be aerotow endorsed.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Motel, Hotel and Camping, visit
www.forbes.nsw.gov.au.
Please note that accomodation is filling quickly. Please book early
to avoid dissappointment. Three possible businesses are;
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR VOLUNTEER ENQUIRIES:
Call Vicki BH +612 9316 4644 or email vicki@moyes.com.au
ENTRY FEE: $AUD200 - Includes Welcome party and
presentation dinner.
AEROTOW FEE: $AUD350 - Includes unlimited tows including
the practice day. Must be paid in cash on the 2nd January 2009 in Forbes.
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Register and pay the $200 entry fee to secure your entry.
Aerotow fees to be paid at registration.
Registration can be paid by direct deposit or credit card.
Phone or email your card number and expiry date.
Direct deposit into account.
BSB Number: 032-251
Account Number:
110-905
Account Name:
Moyes Delta Gliders Pty. Ltd.
Be sure to quote your name with an EFT payment.
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OFFICIALS: Tow Operations: Bill
Moyes Meet Director:
Vicki Cain
Advisory Team: Davis Straub, Lee
Patterson
Scorer: Wesley Hill Goal
Official: Rob Van Der Klooster
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OzGap2005 |
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Nominal distance 100km |
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Minimum distance 10km |
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Nominal time 90 minutes |
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Goal 25% |
GPS:
Any pilots expecting to finish in the top 20 each day, are required under Australian rules to have a 3D GPS, and where it was possible to fly above height limits, must log their altitude.
AUSTRALIAN COMPETITIONS: To view the Australian competition
calendar, go to www.hgfa.asn.au.
Come and be a part of the Forbes Flatlands revival, the emphasis of this comp
will be to provide an opportunity for pilots to experience the thrill of
competitive hang gliding in a forum designed to enhance their flying skills
while fostering the camaraderie of hang gliding.
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