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U.S. Team Invited to the 2009 World Air Games
Jan 17, 2009 For the first time
ever, we are sending a U.S. Team to compete internationally, in the
World Air Games. Five U.S. pilots qualified among a field the world's
top entries will be representing the U.S. in this international event
June 6 through 13, 2009 in Turin, Italy.
Pilots are: Chad Bastian,
Jeff Goin,
Stan Kasica, Dave Fore and
Greg Hagg.
Many thanks go to Roy Beisswinger who was the driving force behind
insuring that we had a go at flying on a level playing field, so to
speak, in 2008. It was the Greenville qualifier that gave U.S. pilots a
chance to compete.
Traveling and shipping are expensive and the USPPA is hoping to help
out with expenses. If you would be willing to help, donations would be
greatly appreciated. One pilot will not be using any of the donated
funds since his employment allows inexpensive travel but the others must
buy very expensive tickets. Any help would be greatly appreciated. If
you are able and willing, your tax-deductible donations can be sent to:
USPPA
Team Competition Fund
931 West 75th Street
Suite 137-150, Naperville, IL 60565
Or you can donate through Paypal below. Use quantity to indicate how
many $10 increments and thank you!
Scoring
Overall
Pilots fly at events and score points. At each event,
the winner gets 1000 points and others get a percentage of 1000 based on
how they did relative to the winner. Events that have at least 15 pilots
count for maximum points while those having fewer pilots count less. The
pilots national standing is determined from the sum of his highest two
event scores for the calendar year.
Pilots must be members of USPPA or USUA at the time of their
competition to be tracked in the national standings.
Why
Compete?
Primarily this is a way to
add another layer of enjoyment for those who aspire to such things. Many
enjoy improving their skills and then comparing their efforts with
fellow pilots all over the country. Secondly, it makes for a more
enjoyable spectator activity as pilots stretch themselves and do
precision tasks that sometimes surprise the un-initiated (and the
initiated as well).
Pilots should also be
keenly aware of an increase in risk during competition. Whenever the
primary focus leaves the simple act of flying safely, there is added
risk. Additionally, pilots are doing more demanding maneuvers, closer to
the ground, and with the additional personal pressure of wanting to do
well. This is why a minimum experience is required (see the Rules
section).
