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Event info
This OPEN NATIONAL HANGGLIDING CHAMPIONSHIP SERVIA OPEN 2022 will be held from the 30th
July up to the 07th of Aug 2022 (07th is an alternate day) and is an FAI OPEN CROSS COUNTRY Class 1 CATEGORY 2 EVENT. It will be held along with the 35th Greek National Championship.
This championship will be organized by the Hellenic HangGliding Commission in cooperation with Greek Hang Gliding Clubs on behalf of the Hellenic Aeronautical & Airsports Federation, with the support of the Municipality of Servia-Velvendo and the Cultural Center of Kastania village.
This event has been held yearly, since 2006, with great success. The flying area includes both Mt. Titarus and Mt. Olympus, the same flying sites as the Pre-World Speed Gliding Championship and Cross Country event held in 1999 and World Speed Gliding Championship in 2000.
Headquarters is the village of Kastania, a mountain village, above the city of Servia. From Kastania village you have a beautiful view of Lake Aliakmona and the large city of Kozani which is across the valley. The main take off is a 3’ drive from Kastania. The main landing area is near the city of Servia and about 200m away from the local swimming pool of Servia. So as soon as you reach goal you can take a refreshing dip in the pool.
Local Rules
1.REGISTRATION
On arrival the competitors shall report to the
Registration office (as per the above schedule) to have their documents
checked and to receive supplementary regulations and information.
The following documents must be presented
- Passport
- 3rd Party Liability Insurance
- Certificate of Insurance for medical care and repatriation.
- Evidence of competitor’s nationality (passport)
- Pilot’s valid FAI Sporting License
- Pilot’s national rating qualifications or IPPI
- Satisfactory evidence of glider airworthiness – Prototype gliders are not
allowed
- At least one GPS compatible to the FAI’s FS scoring program
2. TAKE-OFF METHODS
2.1 Foot launch from hill sites
Type of launching – open window (free take-off without any set launch
order).
Pilots in launch lanes must be completely ready and intending to launch.
Pilots who are ready and who wish to move into a launch lane must give
their pilot number/name to the launch official who will be recording the
launch order for fairness. In the event of a “push,” the pushing
pilot’s number will be recorded and no other pilot may enter the launch
lane ahead of the pusher. At the meet director’s discretion, point
penalties may be given to pilots not adhering to launch rules.
2.2 Push Rule
The take off “push” system will be used. Only pilots in their harnesses
and ready to take off and in the launch lane are allowed to push.
Pilots ahead of the pusher will have 60 seconds of launchable wind to
launch otherwise, if they don’t launch, they must queue behind all
pilots remaining to launch.
The pusher has no decision time on launch and must launch within 60
seconds (of uninterrupted launchable wind) or score zero for the day.
2.3 Overcrowding
In the event of dangerous overcrowding in the air around launch the
competition director may close the launch temporarily until congestion
has eased.
3. WAYPOINTS
3.1 START CYLINDERS
Cylinder starts will be used and these may be either entry or exit. The
type of start and the dimensions may vary from task to task and will be
specified at each task briefing
3.2 Turn direction
A daily turn direction up to and in the start gate cylinder will be used.
3.3 Turn points
Turn Points will be cylinders of 400m radius unless otherwise specified
at the task briefing . In the interests of safety, a turn direction at
turn points may be specified at the daily task briefing. A pilot may not
take a start gate again once he/she has taken a task turnpoint.
3.4 Goals
Goals (not the end of speed section) will be a virtual cylinder of
200m/radius, centred on the goal coordinates, unless otherwise specified
at the task briefing.
At the Organizers discrection, there may be a physical line with wind
indicators at each end placed over the virtual line co-ordinates as a
flight reference for pilots.
All pilots who land at the goal field must report to the Landing Official of
their landing
4.LAUNCHING AND REFLIGHTS:
4.1 Number of starts
Competitors may take-off more than once only within the OPEN WINDOW
time, as long as the start gate has not been taken, that they land in
the official landing field, advise the Landing Official of his landing
and the Meet Director and Launch Official prior to taking off again.
4.2 Failed take off
A failed take-off attempt or safety problem arising immediately after
take-off which results in a landing at take-off will not count as one of
the permitted number of take-offs. Pilots must report to the Landing
Official before the second take-off attempt.
4.3 Start permission
Pilots may not enter the start lanes unless they are fully ready to fly.
At no stage is a pilot permitted to launch without having been given
permission by the launch official, following a hang check by him.
4.4 Sign in out
In the interests of safety all pilots who intend to fly for the day must
sign a SIGN IN sheet before launching (this will be up at launch) and
also SIGN OUT again at HQ after the task, also if the task has been
stopped. Penalty points may be applied for failure to follow this rule.
5. TASK PERIOD
5.1 Timing
Times of window open for take-off and time for the closing of the
window, turn points and last landing will be displayed on the taskboard.
An extension may be used (for example) when the launch official/meet
director deems conditions are unsuitable for launching or when launch
has been closed due to an accident.
5.2 Launch validity
The minimum period of time that the launch window will remain open for
the day (launch) to be considered valid is 2 minutes per pilot.
6. SCORING AND FLIGHT VERIFICATION
6.1 Scoring and Track verification
will be done using FS (Flight Software)
developed for the CIVL using the GAP 2020.
6.2 GPS set up
WGS 84, hddd,mm.mmm’ (degrees, minutes, decimal minutes) offset: + 03:00
(hours). Pilots may use any model of 3D GPS unit that is compatible
with the CIVL FS flight verification software to be used at this event.
This includes any 3D GPS that can be downloaded using GPSdump. See
http://vali.fai-civl.org/documents/CIVL_IGCValiSpecification_proposal.pdf
6.3 Track logs
GPS track log evidence is the ONLY way to verify and provide data for
flights for scoring. Track logs will be used to verify any
infringements.
Pilots have to provide their own cableif they use Aircotec instruments.
To be considered valid, the GPS track log has to comply with the current
requirements in Section 7A of the FAI
Sporting Code.
6.4 Stopped tasks
Scoring a stopped task. A task which has been stopped but not cancelled
shall be scored from the GPS TRACK LOG POSITION at the moment that the
task was STOPPED. The task will be scored if 45 minutes have elapsed
from the start of the START GATE.
Pilots who do this when the task has not been stopped or cancelled will be
penalised at the Meet Director’s
discretion.
6.5 landing forms
Pilots must also report back after stopped tasks.
6.6 : aiding a pilot
A pilot who lands (or limits his flight) to assist another pilot in
distress shall be scored for the day This score shall be the average
day- weighted of what he scored in the previous rounds, or the average
pilot score if this happens on the first task. However, as the meet
progresses that score will change to take into account his average day-
weighted scores of the whole meet so the score will be adjusted after
each task.
7. PENALTIES
7.1: cloud flying
Cloud flying by competitors is FORBIDDEN
7.2 Controlled Airspace:
Pilots are expected to familiarise themselves with all controlled
airspaces in the vicinity of course lines from the maps supplied.
Penalties for infraction of airspace.. The onus is on the pilot at all
times to prove that he/she has not infringed on airspace
7.3 Instructions from officials:
Failure to follow directions from meet officials as soon as possible
after they are given may result in penalties being applied at the Meet
Director’s discretion
7.4 Abusive behaviour towards meet officials or other
competitors will not be tolerated and penalties may be applied at the
Meet Director’s discretion
7.5 Reporting back late: For each task there will be a
latest report back time stated. For safety reasons, pilots who have not
notified organisers of their landing by this time will lose 10% of their
day score for a first infringement, 50% for a 2nd infringement and will
score zero for any further infringements (unless a reasonable
explanation is offered as soon as possible to the meet director).
Penalty points may also be given for late GPS downloads.
7.6: REST DAYS
The Competition Director may declare a rest day after not less than four
days of consecutive flying, unless this is the last day of the
competition
7.7. WIND SPEED
The maximum wind speed in which a task shall be flown is 40km/hr (including
gust readings). This shall be measured
at take-off.
The Meet Director will make the decision regarding suitability or not.
8: COMPLAINTS AND PROTESTS
The scorer shall publish provisional task
results in the evening of the day the task was flown. When this is not
possible (late retrievals), they will be published as close to 8.00am of
the next day as possible. Competitors are recommended to request
correction of mistakes as soon as possible but not later than 9.00am of
the next day. A complaint in writing in English (the Greek competitors
in Greek) may be made to the Comp’ Director, preferably by the Team
Leader to request a correction as soon as possible but no later than
9.00am of the next day.
If the complainant is not satisfied with the outcome, the Team Leader or
pilot may make a protest in writing in English (the Greek competitors
in Greek) to the Competition Director. as soon as possible but not later
than 10.00 am of the next day On the last competition day the time
schedule is adjusted according to the PROGRAMME published at the
beginning of these regulations.
The protest is examined and decided upon by the Jury within 2 hours of
submission.
The protest fee is 50 euros. The fee will be returned if the protest is
upheld or if is withdrawn prior to
examination.
Entry Fee: 50 euros payable during registration and includes
-organization of the Championship
-daily lunch pack
-free camping at headquarters
-free entry to closing ceremony party
-free entry to any other parties organized
No retrieval will be provided by the organizers.
Registration: To be made online. Note that this competition
has a limit of 40 pilots.
Final online registration date is 20th of July. Pilots registered online
must sign up and present their documents, Insurance, FAI Sporting
Licence, passport and entry fees on the 29th of July from
19.00 until 22.00 hours.
Insurance: All pilots must be insured for 3rd party
liability, medical care and repatriation.
Proof of this must be presented to the organizers.
Scoring will be done with GAP 2020 using the FS program.
How to get here
From Thessaloniki:
From Igoumenitsa:
Accommodation
Camping
Free camping is possible at headquarters in the village of Kastania,
in the courtyard of the old school, on a grassy field. Toilets and hot
water showers are available. Kitchen facilities are also available.
At the headquarters area there is also a museum displaying local
artifacts of everyday use along with an old Christian Orthodox Chapel.
Should you wish to learn about the past, you may see it unfolding its
lesser known histories in the halls of the renovated school, which now
houses the noteworthy Folklore Collection, meticulously put together
following an initiative by the Learned Society of Kastania in 1999. The
large number of artifacts collected and placed in the displays with much
care and attention, includes farming and ranging tools, tools used in
the art of weaving, local costumes, jewelry, old photographs and many
other objects from the household of Kastania, which depict the progress
of people in time.
Hotels
There are many hotels to choose from with variable prices. Hotels in the city of Servia and the surrounding areas are :SERVIA:
KASTLE Tel: +30 24640 22992
PANHELLINION HOTEL Τηλ: +30-24640-21551
Number of Rooms: 16
Description:
To Airport:5.0km, To Port:100.0km, To Beach:100.0km, To
Hospital:5.0km.Room FacilitiesAC, Bathrobes Slippers, Heating,
Fireplace, Fridge, Hairdryer, TV, Balcony/Veranda.Hotel
FacilitiesBar(s), Cafe(s), Garden, Panoramic View, Park.
KAMBURA Tel: +30 24640 22070
NERAIDA:
IRAKLIS tel +30 24640 22022
Address:
Neraida Kozanis
501 00 Servia
KIRIAKIDIS tel +30 24640 22975
Number of Rooms: 11
Description:
The Kyriakidis Hotel is located in Neraida Servion, in western
Macedonia. The village of Neraida is on a rocky hill with panoramic
views of the Bridge of Servion and Pieria.Room FacilitiesAC, Heating,
TV.Hotel FacilitiesBar(s), Cafe(s), Parking, Garden, Lounge(s),
Restaurant, Room Service.VELVENDOS: 9 MOUSES +30 2464049012, +30 6947905511 +30 6976618237 website
Number of Rooms: 9
Description:
To Airport:120.0km, To Port:120.0km, To Beach:130.0km, To
Hospital:20.0km.Room FacilitiesAC, Bathrobes Slippers, Bath/Shower
Tub, Heating, Full Kitchen, Fireplace, TV, Balcony/Veranda.Hotel
FacilitiesBar(s), Cafe(s), Garden, Lounge(s), Panoramic View, Pets
Allowed, Room Service, Wheelchair Access, 24 Hour Reception, Breakfast
Room, Park.
VELVENTOS:
9 MOUSES +30 2464049012, +30 6947905511 +30 6976618237 websiteNumber of Rooms: 9
Description:
To Airport:120.0km, To Port:120.0km, To Beach:130.0km, To Hospital:20.0km.Room FacilitiesAC, Bathrobes Slippers, Bath/Shower Tub, Heating, Full Kitchen, Fireplace, TV, Balcony/Veranda.Hotel FacilitiesBar(s), Cafe(s), Garden, Lounge(s), Panoramic View, Pets Allowed, Room Service, Wheelchair Access, 24 Hour Reception, Breakfast Room, Park.
KATAFIGI +30 2464022300 website
Number of Rooms: 10
Description:
Hotel Katafigi is built on the roots of mount Pieria and on the highest hill of Velvento a small town in the aria of Kozani. In a beautiful tradition building, a special environment has been created, showing great care and respect for the environment
To Airport:65.0km, To Port:65.0km, To Beach:30.0km, To Hospital:25.0km.Room FacilitiesAC, Bath/Shower Tub, Heating, TV, Telephone, Satellite TV, Internet Access, Mini-Bar, Balcony/Veranda.Hotel FacilitiesCafe(s), Parking, Panoramic View, Restaurant, Room Service, Snack Bar(s), Sports, Breakfast Room.
AGNADI +30 24640-49002 website
Number of Rooms: 9
Description:
The hotel Agnanti is built on the roots of mount Pieria and on the highest hill of Velvento, a small town in the Prefecture of Kozani. Showing complete respect to the environment and the traditional history of Velvento.
To Airport:120.0km, To Port:120.0km, To Beach:120.0km, To Hospital:25.0km.Room FacilitiesAC, Bathrobes Slippers, Bath/Shower Tub, Fireplace, Fridge, TV, Telephone, Music System, Balcony/Veranda.Hotel FacilitiesBar(s), Cafe(s), Parking, Garden, Lounge(s), Panoramic View, Room Service, Skiing, Swimming Pool, 24 Hour Reception, Breakfast Room, Park.
Area Info & Activities
Selection and entry fee
This OPEN NATIONAL HANGGLIDING CHAMPIONSHIP SERVIA OPEN 2022 is an OPEN Category 2 Event and is open to all Member and Associated Member countries of the FAI who may enter any number of pilots holding a valid FAI sporting licence. The total limit of pilots is 40.
The entry fee is 50€ euros per pilot and is payable during registration and includes
-organization of the Championship
-daily lunch pack
-free camping at headquarters
-free entry to closing ceremony party
-free entry to any other parties organized
No retrieval will be provided by the organizers
COMPETITION VALIDITY
The OPEN event is valid if at least two competition days are flownCompetition schedule
General daily schedule
29 July 19.00-22.00___________________ Official Registration at HQ Kastania
30 July - 5 Aug___________________________ Daily Schedule
06 Aug____________________________ Last Competition Day
Contact Info
E-Mail: chhg@hang-gliding dot gr Contact the organizer