SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL THE GRATTON AIR INVITATIONAL

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1 SPONSORSHIP PROPOSAL THE GRATTON AIR INVITATIONAL (14 th 15 th 16 th and 17 th February 2013)

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3 THE OPPORTUNITY This brief outlines the opportunity to be involved as a partner of a new event on the Australian Aero modelling calendar The Gratton Air Invitational. Action, great planes, jets, 3D helicopters, DLG Discuss Gliders, 1/8 th 4 x 4 Off Road Buggies, props, colour, great people an awesome spectacle showcasing aviation, modelling, craftsmanship and cutting edge technology. On the 14 th 15 th 16 th and 17 th February 2013 we at CALVERT Model Field (Ipswich QLD) will be holding an event that will bring together five different Principals of Flying and Driving (Scale, Pylon, 3 D Helicopter, DLG Discuss Launch Gliders and 1/8 th 4 x 4 Off road). These Models will both excite the sponsor and captivate the mass of public who will attend the event to watch these models and pilots at their best. EXECUTIVE SUMMERY This proposal outlines an exciting opportunity to be involved with this high profile event, with competition at the leading edge of Australian Model Sport Aviation. In today's economic environment, sponsorship / branding value is as important as competitive performance. The immaculate preparation of the Gratton Air Invitational offers outstanding brand positioning as well as value for money promotional and marketing opportunities. This event is about promoting Australian craftsmanship, sportsmanship, model aviation development and the showcasing of a fantastic piece of rural Australia. The participants in the events are respected, talented and leading performers in their individual disciplines from a variety of backgrounds with wide mass market viewing audiences. By joining the Gratton Air Invitational your company will be the winner with long a timeframe and genuine Australia wide promotion of the Events to the market. It is our intention to break down the barriers and provide an unparalleled form of flying to entertain all. The event will be open to the public and publicized through the Print Media, Local Radio and Local Television. The Event will also help raise Donations to the following foundations 1) Toowoomba Hospital Children s Appeal 2) Rosewood Hospice There will be a Retail Alley provided for all sponsors and suppliers to both show and sell their wares. It is our intention to invite the best pilots and Drivers for each of these Principals together from both Australia and where possible international community. These pilots are handpicked for their professional flying skills and will no doubt entertain all.

4 THE EVENT ORGANISERS The event will be run and controlled by the organisational chairman Chris Gratton, Event Organiser Steve Thomas and CD Greg Tracey. WHAT IS THE GRATTON AIR INVITATIONAL ALL ABOUT MODEL FLYING events such as the Gratton Air Invitational are expertly controlled, where competitors fly their Radio Controlled aircraft in different classes of events. For example in the Scale Competition the competitors showcase their aircraft to a panel of judges who assess them against the fidelity of the model (Static Score) and the ability to fly it in a way that depicts the full size aircraft (Flight Score). In the Pylon Racing events, it is an outright race that combines the speed of the aircraft and the pilot s skill to get the aircraft around the course in the fastest time. Competitors need to rely on the models handling and manoeuvring as well as their own reflexes, judgement and skill. It is not always about speed alone. The winner of each principal is the Competitor who has amassed the highest aggregate score taken on the combination of the scores at the end of the event. COMPETITOR NUMBERS The Gratton Air Invitational policy will be to run as the name suggests a specialised invitational style competition that has a maximum of 92 Pilots competing in four Principals over the 4 day event. The event will be as follows 1) Scale (Sportsman, Expert, Masters, Team) - 6 rounds of 36 pilots 2) 3D Helicopter Freestyle - 5 rounds of 8 pilots 3) DLG Discuss launch Glider 5 rounds of 12 Pilots 4) Scale Pylon Racing 5 rounds of Reno 12 Pilots, 5 rounds of Texan 12 Pilots, 5 rounds of Golden Era Inline 12 Pilots = 36 Pilots. 5) 1/8 th 4 x 4 Off Road 20 rounds over Saturday and Sunday. 12 Drivers. Total Pilots and Drivers for the Event - 92 We will also have a lunch time flying extravaganza to keep the public enthused 1) 245 inch Catalina (World s Largest RC PBY Catalina) 2) Formation Jets (International Invitee Ali Machinchy from the UK) 3) 2 x A10 warthogs in Formation 4) 3D Aerobat freestyle to Music 5) 3 x WW2 Fighter Formation Flying 6) 1/6 th Scale Huey

5 TYPES OF AIRCRAFT Forget the idea that you may have about model aircraft until you see these machines. Can you imagine a full scale replica of a modern jet fighter, complete with a real jet turbine engine? What about if it flies at 300 plus kms/hr and is steered around the ski using remote control? What about a replica WW2 vintage Spitfire that has a 3 metre wingspan, 150 cc motor and flies at 200 km s/hour? 3D helicopters hovering inverted inches from the ground performing amazing stunts. A mass of DLG Distant Launch Gliders being spring launched into the air all at once. Or an 86 inch War bird in a race around 5 meter pylons flying within inches of each other. Add to that 1/8 th 4 x 4 Buggies hurtling around a 50 meter purpose built track with jumps and turns. One asks themselves who would risk flying a model aircraft that could be worth up to $30,000? COMPETITORS The competitors would be from a broad cross section, as the aircraft themselves. All competitors are true enthusiasts generally males aged between years and all must be of the highest skill in building and flying to be worthy of an invite. Competitors will be invited from all over the world, with the majority coming from Australia. MEDIA COVERAGE The Event provides the opportunity to film all aspects of the competition, from briefings, flying events and social functions. This will be made available to sponsors for promotional use. A Public Relations consultant will be provided to liaise with all media agencies. With this style of event we attract major media partners. General editorial and news coverage nationally will be achieved due to the exciting nature of the event. The use of any other approved marketing programs by partners of the event is encouraged SPECTATOR VIEWING Due to the excellent nature of the location of the event, and the facilities that are provided designated spectator areas are open to the general public. Safe spectator vantage points will be identified and closely marshalled throughout the event. Event officials will be posted to ensure safety of spectators

6 INVESTMENT Currently we have available Sponsorship positions for the following 1) Event Naming Rights Partner 2) Platinum Principal Sponsors 3) Silver Sponsors 4) Golden Specialty Sponsors 5) Bronze Sponsors These positions are as follows CONCLUSION The Gratton Air Invitational is delighted to offer packages, which can be tailored to ensure that sponsors have the opportunity to be involved in both the media and PR campaign and with strong branding leverage. This event will provide entertaining and insightful vision, delivering a champagne look at scale replicas of some of the finest Aircraft ever flown. Fabulous flying and driving machines, exciting technology, first class facility and the ability for everyday people to participate will allow sponsors to integrate with this exciting form of Aero-sport. EVENT NAMING RIGHTS PARTNER Platinum Partner benefits, Plus; Exclusive naming rights to the event, to be named YOUR COMPANY NAME GRATTON AIR INVITATIONAL. Exclusive new EVENT website to be designed around the look and feel of your company, featuring your Company logo, links and information. Naming Rights Partner available for $8,000.

7 Platinum Principal Sponsorship There will be a Platinum Principal Sponsor for each of the Four Principals 1) Scale - Xtreme Hobbies - $ Cash (10 Trophies) plus 3 x First Place Prizes valued at Retail $3, (FILLED - Xtreme Hobbies). 2) 3 D Helicopter freestyle $ Cash (4 Trophies) plus 1 x First Place Prize valued at Retail $1, (AVAILABLE) 3) DLG Discuss Launch Glider $ Cash (4 Trophies) plus 1 x First Place Prize valued at Retail $1, (FILLED -Concept Hobbies). 4) Pylon Racing $ Cash (10 Trophies) Plus 3 x First Place Prizes valued at Retail $3, (FILLED Concept Hobbies). 5) 1/8 th 4 x 4 Off Road - $ Cash (4 trophies) plus 1 x First Place Prize valued at Retail $1, (FILLED Wings Over The Downs). Platinum Principal Sponsorship Requirement 1) Each Platinum Principal Sponsor would donate an average of $ to $ (subject to Principal) in cash towards their principal 1 st 2nd and 3rd place positions plus Pilots Choice trophies plus Donate a First place Prize to each winner of no less than $1, in Retail Value (if there are multiple first place winners then the amount is $1, in retail for each first place). Platinum Principal Sponsorship Return 2) 2nd and 3rd place prizes are to be donated by Standard Sponsors. 3) PP Sponsor will have Logo on 1st, 2 nd and 3rd and Pilots choice Trophies. 4) PP Sponsor will have Logo on all main advertising including Print Documentation, Media, Shirts and Awards. 5) PP Sponsor will have advertising space available on pilot Box and flight line fence. 6) PP Sponsor will read out and award the 1st, 2 nd and 3rd and Pilots Choice winners of their Principal. 7) A 2 x 3 meter Sponsors display Board will display all Sponsors logos which will be set up for all the public to view. 8) 2 x 1.5 meter time sheet boards will be set up and have prominent Platinum Principal Sponsors Logo in each of the top corners 9) Platinum Principal Sponsors Logo Banner will be displayed on the back of the Judges Tent on the flight Line 10) On request a Platinum Principal Sponsor will have a 3 x 3 meter tent available in tent Alley to display wares and goodies. 11) Each Platinum Principal Sponsor will receive a thank you plaque for their contribution to the event.

8 Golden Specialty Sponsorship There are also positions available to sponsor the following Golden Specialty Trophies. Golden Specialty Trophies 1) Pilots Choice Model of the Event - ($ Cash towards Trophy plus a donated prize relevant to the trophy STATUS). (Filled) Wings over the Downs. 2) Pilots Choice Pilot of the Event - ($ Cash towards Trophy and a donated prize relevant to the trophy STATUS). AVAILABLE. 3) Ultimate Air Invitational Pilot - ($ Cash towards Trophy and a donated prize relevant to the trophy STATUS). (Filled) CALVERT Model Field. 4) Perpetual Shield (Ultimate Air Invitational Pilots name and date to be held in club house) ($ Cash towards Trophy) AVAILABLE. 5) Attendance Trophies ($ Cash towards Trophy) (FILLED) Model Drafting Services. Golden Specialty Trophies Return 1) Gold Specialty Sponsor will have Logo on Trophy. 2) Gold Specialty Sponsor will have Logo on all main advertising including Print Documentation, Media, Shirts and Awards. 3) Gold Specialty Sponsor will have advertising space available on pilot Box and flight line fence. 4) Gold Specialty Sponsor will read out and award the Trophy and Prize to the winner of that award. 5) A 2 x 3 meter Board will display all sponsors logos, which will be set up for all the public to view. 6) A 2 x 1.5 meter time sheet boards will be set up and the S sponsors Logo will share positions on those boards with the Principal Sponsor for each event. 7) Gold Specialty Sponsors Logo Banner will be displayed on the back of the Judges Tent on the flight Line. 8) Each sponsor will be promoted via the microphone when donations are awarded or won. 9) A 2 x 3 meter Sponsors Board will display all sponsors logos which will be set up for all the public to view. 10) Each Golden Specialty Sponsor will receive a thank you plaque for their contribution.

9 Silver Sponsorship Silver Sponsors Requirement 1) Each Silver sponsor will donate an item of their choosing of no less than $ in Retail Value Each. These Prizes will be awarded to 2 nd and 3rd place getters plus Pilots Model choice winner. Silver Sponsors Return 1) Each sponsor will receive Logo advertising on all marketing material and Shirts. 2) Each sponsor will have the opportunity to make available their written advertising material or goods to be inserted into members bags. 3) Each sponsor will be promoted via the microphone when donations are awarded or won. 4) A 2 x 3 meter Sponsors Board will display all sponsors logos which will be set up for all the public to view. 5) Each Silver Sponsor will receive a thank you plaque for their contribution to the event. Bronze Sponsorship Bronze Sponsorship Requirement 1) Each Bronze Sponsor will donate an item of their choosing of no less than $ in Retail Value. These Prizes will be awarded to our Charity Raffle winners. Bronze Sponsorship Return 1) Each sponsor will have the opportunity to make available their written advertising material or goods to be inserted into members bags. 2) Each sponsor will be promoted via the microphone when donations are awarded or won. 3) A 2 x 3 meter Sponsors Board will display all sponsors logos which will be set up for all the public to view. 4) Each Bronze Sponsor will receive a Thank you Plaque for their contribution to the event.

10 Current Sponsors Platinum Principal Sponsorship Pylon Concept Hobbies Scale Xtreme Hobbies Helicopter AVAILABLE DLG Discuss Launch Glider Concept Hobbies 1/8 th 4 x 4 Off-road Wings Over the Downs Golden Specialty Sponsorship Ultimate Air Invitational Pilot Calvert Model Field Pilots Choice Model of the Event Wings over the Downs Attendance Trophies Model Drafting Services. Silver Sponsors ZAP Frank Tiano Enterprises (Top Gun) Col Taylor Models Toowoomba Children s Hospital Aero Art and Decals Chris Gratton Sheds Bronze Sponsorship Scale Aviator CGD Group

11 CONCLUSION The Gratton Air Invitational is delighted to offer packages, which can be tailored to ensure that sponsors have the opportunity to be involved in both the media and PR campaign and with strong branding leverage. This event will provide entertaining and insightful vision, delivering a champagne look at scale replicas of some of the finest Aircraft ever flown. Fabulous flying machines, exciting technology, first class facility and the ability for everyday people to participate will allow sponsors to integrate with this exciting form of Aero and Modelling sport. TROPHIES AND PLAQUES Sponsors Appreciation Plaques.

12 First Second and Third Place Principal Pilot and Models Choice

13 Model and Pilot of the Meet Ultimate Air Invitational

14 Attendance Award Perpetual Shield