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1 BULLETIN N 2 13 TH FAI WORLD PARA SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS GOSAU, AUSTRIA 28 th February 2011 to 5 th March 2011 AUSTRIAN AERO-CLUB 100 Jahre in der Luft Österreichischer Aero-Club A-1040 Wien, Prinz Eugen-Strasse 12

2 1. ORGANIZATION 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championship 2011 organized by Federation Aeronautique Internationale of Avenue Mon Repos 24, CH 1005 Lausanne, Switzerland (FAI) Oesterreichischer Aeroclub (ÖAEC) - Sektion Fallschirmspringen, Prinz Eugen Strasse 12, A-1040, Vienna/Austria (National Member) National Aeroclub of Austria, Landessektion Oberoesterreich / Skydive HFSC-Freistadt, Wilhelm Windisch, Tannenweg 34, A-4052 Ansfelden/Austria (Organizer) 2. AIMS OF THE FCE: TO DETERMINE THE - World Champions in Para Ski individual male and female separately World Champions in Team Para Ski male and mixed gender teams together and then separately female teams and junior teams, World Champions in Para Ski Junior (born on or after 01/01/ age of 24) male and female separately, Winner of the World Masters Class Para Ski (born on or before 31/12/1961 age of 50) male and female separately. World standing of the competing teams. To establish new records To promote and develop Para Ski. To exchange experience and strengthen friendly relations between the participating nations. To allow participants to share and exchange experience, knowledge and information. To improve judging methods and practices. 3. DATE AND PLACE OF THE FCE 28 th of February th of March 2011 in Gosau Upper Austria Austria. 4. GENERAL INFORMATION 4.1. PARTICIPATION A maximum of 4 teams per nation is allowed. Three teams may be all male, all female, or of mixed gender, but there may be no more than 8 males or 8 females, in these three teams. The fourth team may be composed only of juniors, or for each junior included in the three teams mentioned above, the fourth team may include one competitor of the same gender, who is not a junior. For a team to be eligible for Junior Team ranking, it must be composed of 4 junior competitors. 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 2

3 4.2. ORGANIZATION OFFICIALS APPROVED BY IPC Organizing Committee is headed by Wilhelm Windisch, AUT Meet Director: Dr. Reinhard Flatz, AUT Chief Judge: Daniel Sieber, SUI Assistant to the Chief Judge: Sabine Kuchner, AUT FAI Controller: Doris Merz Hunziker, SUI President of the Jury: Richard Bennett, CAN Jury Member: Lidia Kosk, POL Jury Member: Igor van Aperen, NED 4.3. TRAINING JUMPS On Monday 28th February 2011 Accuracy Training is possible. The ticket price is per jump, exit altitude 1,000 meters. Booking is required GIANT SLALOM TRAINING There is no official giant slalom training. Each team can organize ski training by itself with the technical support of the organizing local ski-club AIRCRAFT Ecureuil or similar helicopter (4 parachutists) with an exit speed of approx kts PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS To take part in the event, a valid FAI Sport License 2011 is requested. For the slalom competition the rigid helmet is compulsory. Each participating country should bring its national flag (size: 100 cm x 150 cm) and a CD with the national anthem for the opening and closing ceremony INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Each competitor should have a valid accident insurance; the minimum amount of coverage required in Austria by law is , 00. Liability insurance, covering Officials, Judges, etc., will be arranged by the Organizer. This optional insurance will be put at the disposal of the aforementioned persons at a determined price and has to be booked in advance. The immediate medical First Aid to the participants is the responsibility of the Organizer during the official event, including training days. 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 3

4 4.8. REGISTRATION OFFICE Vital Hotel: A-4824 Gosau Nr. 713 Monday 28 th February 2011 from 10:00 to 17: ACCOMMODATION Accommodation: Vital Hotel Internet access: WLAN is possible in the reception area and the Riverside Bar, as a paid service (Login via credit card) or WLAN and special Internet PCs near the Meeting Room (for free) LOCAL TRANSPORTATION Delegations are responsible for their own transportation. Shuttle service with the local Ski Bus is for free and will be arranged by the organizer FACILITIES Food Services: Competitors, accompanying persons and official staff get vouchers for lunch and dinner. There are several restaurants nearby the competition area where the vouchers are accepted, more information on the backside of the voucher. Vouchers cannot be redeemed for money USEFUL INFORMATION All information about weather, airports and transportation to Gosau, maps, services, sports, snow conditions and others are on The public pool may be used free of charge (Cultural Centre Gosau) JUDGING EQUIPMENT WECKBECKER System from the Austrian Aero-Club. Giant Slalom according to FIS Rules. 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 4

5 4.14. WEATHER CONDITIONS AND SKI RUN Average temperature March: low -1 C, high 9 C Drop Zone elevation: 770 metres above sea level Sunrise: 05:15 Sunset: 17:16 UTMS: , (+47 34' 15.48", ' 18.05") Ski run Start 960 metres above sea level Finish 770 metres above sea level The Ski run is certified by FIS under: 7514/09/04 The technical delegate (FIS certified) will be nominated by the local Ski Club DETAILS OF ACCESS TO GOSAU Gosau is situated in Upper Austria, in the region of the Lake District Salzkammergut. Near Gosau are several international airports. The closest international airport is Salzburg. Distances: Airport Salzburg 70 kilometers Airport Linz 130 kilometers Airport Graz 190 kilometers Airport Munich 220 kilometers Airport Vienna 320 kilometers Additional Details on and VISA INFORMATION For EU Citizens no visa is necessary to enter Austria. For participants coming from other countries it is recommended to contact the Organizer mailbox@hfsc-freistadt.com or check the Austrian Foreign Ministry homepage The participants who need an invitation letter for the Visa or similar, please send us your name, surname, sex, date of birth and Passport Number. For all participants it is necessary to provide Passport Number and contact person (name, address, phone/fax and ) ANCHORMAN Mag. Percy HIRSCH 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 5

6 5. SCHEDULE Monday 28 th February :00 17:00 Arrival Judges and Delegations Vital Hotel Gosau 10:00 17:00 Accuracy Training Talstation Hornspitz Bahn 20:00 First Team Leader Meeting Vital Hotel followed by Judges Meeting Vital Hotel Tuesday 1 st March :30 Competition starts appx. 08:30 Meeting point Talstation Hornspitz Bahn appx. 16:00 End of competition day 16:45 Opening ceremony Talstation Hornspitz Bahn Wednesday 2 nd March :30 Competition continues appx. 08:30 Meeting point Talstation Hornspitz Bahn appx. 17:00 End of competition day Thursday 3 rd March :30 Competition continues appx. 08:30 Meeting point Talstation Hornspitz Bahn appx. 17:00 End of competition day Friday 4 th March :30 Competition continues appx. 08:30 Meeting point Talstation Hornspitz Bahn 15:00 Competition ends 19:00 Prize Giving and Closing Ceremony Cultural Centre 20:30-23:00 Farewell Dinner Cultural Centre Saturday 5 th March 2011 Departure Day 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 6

7 6. ENTRY FEES AND PAYMENT DETAILS The entry fees must be paid within a week after the official entry deadline (21th January 2011). The receipt has to be presented till Monday 28 th February 2011 before 17:00 and will be issued by the organizing committee as soon as the payment through the bank is completed. Late entries are accepted until Monday 28 th February 2011 at 16:00 p.m. with a penalty of 50, 00 per person. Late payments are accepted until Monday 28th February 2011 at 17:00 with a penalty of 50, 00 per person. If the two described situations happen together, the organizing committee will apply max 50, 00 of penalty per person. The delegations that do not pay the entry fees in time are not allowed to take part in the competition. The entry fees shall be paid to the following bank account: Name of Bank: PSK Bank Address: Landstrasse 59/61, A-4020 Linz, Austria Bank Code: Account number: BIC/SWIFT: OPSKATWW IBAN: AT All entry forms regarding to the World Championships 2011 should be sent to: Contact: Address: Mr. Wilhelm Windisch Skydive HFSC-Freistadt Tannenweg 34 A-4052 Ansfelden Austria Telephone: +43 (732) Fax: +43 (732) Cell phone: +43 (664) Web: mailpoint@hfsc-freistadt.com Visa information: 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 7

8 6.1. ENTRY FEES Competitors: EUR (sanction fee) Junior Competitors: EUR (sanction fee) Other Delegation Member: EUR (sanction fee) Accompanying person: EUR Late entry, after : EUR extra charge per person 6.2. ENTRY FEE COVERS All competition jumps Accommodation: 5 nights, full board Monday lunch till Saturday breakfast Lunch and Dinner: 1 soft drink per meal and person included Skiing Pass: 5 days Opening/Closing Ceremonies Farewell Dinner 6.3. COMPETITION RULES Valid competition rules for FAI 1st category events and FIS competition rules DOPING POLICY In accordance with the FAI Sporting Code, General Section PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEM A loudspeaker system will be used for announcement throughout the Drop Zone. Radio equipment will be available for communication between the personnel, judges, manifest. The organizer ensure full transfer of information to competitors, public and media. 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 8

9 6.6. SAFETY CONDITIONS An AAD is not mandatory. Helmet and License: see point 4.6 Reserve parachute: must be packed in accordance with the technical manual Insurance: see point 4.7 The insurance has to cover medical expenses and repatriation if necessary. Intending competitors must have this medical and a repatriation cover to take part in the event competition. No cover, no jumping! Fullfillment of the above mentioned conditions are under the responsibility of the Head of Delegation, who will confirm this by signing statutory declaration during the registration DROP ZONE FACILITIES Briefing area (outside) Evaluation Centre Parking area within a distance of 50 to 100 metres of the Drop Zone, near the helicopter landing area. Toilets: Moosalm and Ski-Lift Station Medical doctor and emergency services will be situated on the Drop Zone for the entire duration of the competition. Packing Area (outside) 6.8. ENTRY FORMS Please note that the Entry Form must be authorized by NAC. Please note that the registration will be made valid only after payment. The payment receipt will be checked during the registration. Delegations which have not paid their entry fee in time are not allowed to take part in the competition. 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 9

10 Head of Delegation Team Manager Team Coach IPC Judge FAI/IPC Official Senior Male Senior Female Junior Male Junior Female 6.9. LIST OF PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES Delegations Czech Republic Germany Switzerland Italy United Kingdom Australia Austria Serbia South Africa Slovenia Russia Croatia USA Netherlands Montenegro Canada Slovak Republic Sweden Poland ADDITIONAL INFORMATION For those who need accommodation beyond the competition days, please contact the organizer. If you need help for organize excursions etc. for accompanying persons, do not hesitate to contact the organizer. Ansfelden, 18 th January th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 10

OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM 13TH FAI WORLD PARA SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS GOSAU, AUSTRIA 28th February 2011 to 5th March 2011 Date: NAC & Name (print): Signature: Please fill in this Official Entry Form for each

11 OFFICIAL ENTRY FORM 13TH FAI WORLD PARA SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS GOSAU, AUSTRIA 28th February 2011 to 5th March 2011 Date: NAC & Name (print): Signature: Please fill in this Official Entry Form for each person separately and send it by fax to +43 (732) or it to before January 14th Entries sent after January 14th 2011 are subject to late entry fee. 13 th FAI World Para Ski Championships 2011 P. 11

BULLETIN N 1 GOSAU, AUSTRIA

BULLETIN N 1 GOSAU, AUSTRIA BULLETIN N 1 13 TH FAI WORLD PARA SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS GOSAU, AUSTRIA 28 th February 2011 to 5 th March 2011 AUSTRIAN AERO-CLUB 100 Jahre in der Luft Österreichischer Aero-Club A-1040 Wien, Prinz Eugen-Strasse