Pribina Cup 2011
April 22 - 30 2011 NITRA, SLOVAKIA

Competition - 22nd Apr 2011

2011-04-22 18:25:49

The day is over and cumulus are slowly dissolving. There were some outlanding however there were pilots who were able to complete the task with the speed of 130km. Weather was very very good and pilots seem satisfied. Now it is time for some rest before the real contest begins:)

2011-04-22 13:04:25

Starts are over and pilots are ready to compete. Start line is open for all classes. The weather looks amazing. 3/8 of cumulus clouds with very high cloud bases. Despite of that some pilots decided not to fly and rather finish the final preparation before tomorrow. 

2011-04-22 11:47:09

 Launching has just started. Cumulus clouds are starting to appear above the airport. The sun is shining and it is nice and warm outside. Pilots, enjoy your flight:)

2011-04-22 11:20:21

The first briefing is over and the task is set. It is same for all of the classes with the task distance of 563,1km. Good flying weather is expected with high cloud bases especially in mountains. First launches are planned for 11:45LOC. 

2011-04-22 09:49:01

 Briefing is moved to 10:30 am. 

2011-04-22 08:29:42

Good morning everyone!

I would like to welcome all of you in Nitra where the 11th Pribina Cup will be taking place. We hope you will have a wonderful time here and you will enjoy every day of this competition. For the people checking our webpage we will try to do our best to keep you updated.

Today is the first official training day and the weather looks very promising. The sun is shining and the sky is clear. Briefing is scheduled for 10:00 am and will be held in the hangar. First starts are planned for 11:00am. Runway in use is 15. For all pilots do not forget to register and fly safe :)