FAI Flying in the UK
A
conference to discuss the future of FAI flying in the
The
purpose of the Conference
The
organisation of FAI flying in the
The venue
This is the same place at which we held the 2009 free flight conference
Currently entries in FAI events and in particular team selection meetings have fallen to an all time low.
What can we do to revitalise the participation in the FAI classes?
Chair
The
session will be chaired jointly, by Mike Woodhouse (Chairman of FFTC) and John
Carter who leads for FAI within the FFTC
Who should
attend?
Any flyer with an interest in FAI flying and all that this means should be there. There is no charge to attend the meeting and the buffet lunch is also free of charge.
Presentations
In order to get an overall feel of what is happening and where we are heading we need to have an overview of where we think we are. To this end there will be presentations from:
· The FFTC have invited a key representative of each branch of FAI. - F1A, B, C, E and a Q flyer. To give their thought, views, ideas and comments etc.
· In addition there will be floor spot for individuals who wish to make a point or who have an idea. Please get in touch to book a spot.
The
issues for discussion to include:
1. Team
Selection procedures
The past few years have revealed some problems within the selection process. The system that we use, with a few changes, has been in use for a number of years.
Problems:
· Lack of entries
· No longer seen as important when the Championships should be the pinnacle of achievement.
· The cost of running the events
· CDs to run the events
· Juniors
Requirements
· How do we get more entries?
· Do we change the selection process? If so to what basis?
2. The
March of technology
The FFTC, and others, have seen the “march of technology” as being an issue that affects the level of participation. To this end the FFTC have lobbied CIAM and have now submitted a proposal to the International body. This proposal is for lower technology alternatives.
There will be a presentation with respect to the thinking behind these ideas:
· The initial paper
· The FFTC proposal to CIAM.
3. Development
Development themes:
· Team Members – practice for current, future and aspiring team members
· Team Management – We need to develop management to ensure that we are in the best position at the champs.
· Models – performance improvement
· Personal preparation - head space and fitness
The
objective
What we need is ideas that will help us plan ahead with respect to FAI flying within the UK. So please attend and contribute. If you have a view you wish to express be there and remember it is free of charge.
The
agenda
A detailed agenda will be published prior to the event.
What
do you need to do?
· Let us know if you are coming
· Let us know if you want a floor spot or if you have any specific issues that you believe we should add to the agenda
The contact:
Mr J E Carter, Petite Maison, 45 Grindley Lane, Meir Heath,
Stoke on Trent, Staffs, ST3 7LN
Tel: 0044 1782 398816
E-mail: carterbuild@yahoo.co.uk