World Air Games Seek Event Organiser
Inspired by the Olympic model, the leaders of the Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI - the World Air Sports Federation) collaborated to develop the World Air Games (WAG). This three-dimensional Olympiad of air sports is the elite forum where the world’s finest aerial athletes are crowned champions in Aerobatics, Aeromodelling, Air Racing, Ballooning, Gliding, Hang Gliding, Helicopters, Microlights, Paragliding and Parachuting.
A New Concept
Progressing beyond the first two WAGs (Turkey 1997 / Spain 2001), the 3rd FAI World Air Games have evolved into a tightly choreographed 1-week aerial extravaganza. A multitude of dramatic air sport competitions will be staged on a time-shared basis at three unique venues – all in close proximity to one another. Participation is limited to the world’s top ranked athletes in each air sport, so the competition is assured to be at the highest possible level.
The 3rd FAI World Air Games have been designed with the public in mind – both for on-site spectators and for TV audiences. Each competition event will be presented to the public using the latest in digital technology, including aerial bird’s-eye-view cameras, video walls, computer graphics, GPS displays and professional announcers.
In addition to viewing the competition events, spectators will be able to get up close and personal with air sports by visiting the fascinating static displays of aircraft and equipment used by the athletes. Interactive display booths will also be on-site – manned by the top athletes when they’re not up in the sky competing. There will even be opportunities for the public to participate as passengers in most of the air sports featured in the World Air Games.
Interested in Hosting the 3rd FAI World Air Games ?
FAI is now inviting professional event organizers to collaborate with National Aero Clubs, pro-active municipalities and geographic regions, and other interested entities to participate in the Bid Process to select the Host and Organizer for the next quadrennial FAI World Air Games. For event organizers with minimal aviation knowledge, FAI representatives can provide the technical expertise required to conduct the World Air Games
A Dedicated Internet Page
All the relevant information on how to bid for the 3rd FAI World Air Games has been published at http://www.worldairgames.org . This dedicated FAI Web page will be the home of the 3rd FAI World Air Games, from the beginning of the Bid Process to the conclusion of the farewell celebration in 2005. There, you will find the following WAG materials :
a) WAG Structure Document : Comprehensive presentation of the WAG framework.
b) 36 FAI-approved competition events available for inclusion in the WAG.
c) Instructions for Prospective WAG Bidders : Describes the detailed procedures to be followed when bidding to host and organize the 3rd FAI World Air Games.
Bid Process - Phase 1
If, having studied these documents, you wish to pursue this exciting challenge and apply as a Prospective WAG Bidder, please follow the Instructions for Prospective WAG Bidders for submitting the bid documents.
Applications received after 15 April 2003 will not be considered for the 2005 WAG. All candidates who submit applications before this date will be informed of the results of their applications by 30 April 2003 at the latest.
Obtaining Support from FAI National Member
Applicants other than FAI Member organizations must obtain approval in principle from the respective FAI Member organization in the country concerned (see WAG Structure Document, section 8). If necessary, please contact FAI to find one of its national members.
FAI especially looks forward to receiving applications from event organisers with strong track records in organizing sports and outdoor events, and who wish to move into an exciting new dimension of air sports.
Should you have any questions concerning the 3rd FAI World Air Games in general, or Phase 1 of the Bid Process in particular, please do not hesitate to contact FAI at :
Fédération Aéronautique Internationale
World Air Games 2005
Avenue Mon-Repos 24
CH – 1005 Lausanne
Phone : +41.(0)21.345.10.70
E-mail : wag2005@fai.org
Internet : www.fai.org
A New Concept
Progressing beyond the first two WAGs (Turkey 1997 / Spain 2001), the 3rd FAI World Air Games have evolved into a tightly choreographed 1-week aerial extravaganza. A multitude of dramatic air sport competitions will be staged on a time-shared basis at three unique venues – all in close proximity to one another. Participation is limited to the world’s top ranked athletes in each air sport, so the competition is assured to be at the highest possible level.
The 3rd FAI World Air Games have been designed with the public in mind – both for on-site spectators and for TV audiences. Each competition event will be presented to the public using the latest in digital technology, including aerial bird’s-eye-view cameras, video walls, computer graphics, GPS displays and professional announcers.
In addition to viewing the competition events, spectators will be able to get up close and personal with air sports by visiting the fascinating static displays of aircraft and equipment used by the athletes. Interactive display booths will also be on-site – manned by the top athletes when they’re not up in the sky competing. There will even be opportunities for the public to participate as passengers in most of the air sports featured in the World Air Games.
Interested in Hosting the 3rd FAI World Air Games ?
FAI is now inviting professional event organizers to collaborate with National Aero Clubs, pro-active municipalities and geographic regions, and other interested entities to participate in the Bid Process to select the Host and Organizer for the next quadrennial FAI World Air Games. For event organizers with minimal aviation knowledge, FAI representatives can provide the technical expertise required to conduct the World Air Games
A Dedicated Internet Page
All the relevant information on how to bid for the 3rd FAI World Air Games has been published at http://www.worldairgames.org . This dedicated FAI Web page will be the home of the 3rd FAI World Air Games, from the beginning of the Bid Process to the conclusion of the farewell celebration in 2005. There, you will find the following WAG materials :
a) WAG Structure Document : Comprehensive presentation of the WAG framework.
b) 36 FAI-approved competition events available for inclusion in the WAG.
c) Instructions for Prospective WAG Bidders : Describes the detailed procedures to be followed when bidding to host and organize the 3rd FAI World Air Games.
Bid Process - Phase 1
If, having studied these documents, you wish to pursue this exciting challenge and apply as a Prospective WAG Bidder, please follow the Instructions for Prospective WAG Bidders for submitting the bid documents.
Applications received after 15 April 2003 will not be considered for the 2005 WAG. All candidates who submit applications before this date will be informed of the results of their applications by 30 April 2003 at the latest.
Obtaining Support from FAI National Member
Applicants other than FAI Member organizations must obtain approval in principle from the respective FAI Member organization in the country concerned (see WAG Structure Document, section 8). If necessary, please contact FAI to find one of its national members.
FAI especially looks forward to receiving applications from event organisers with strong track records in organizing sports and outdoor events, and who wish to move into an exciting new dimension of air sports.
Should you have any questions concerning the 3rd FAI World Air Games in general, or Phase 1 of the Bid Process in particular, please do not hesitate to contact FAI at :
Fédération Aéronautique Internationale
World Air Games 2005
Avenue Mon-Repos 24
CH – 1005 Lausanne
Phone : +41.(0)21.345.10.70
E-mail : wag2005@fai.org
Internet : www.fai.org