Deadline for the submission of Nominating Petitions for IAC officer and director positions is April 6, 2016.
The offices of President, Secretary, and three (3) Director positions are up for election this year. Electronic balloting will begin soon after the nominations close and will run up until the week of EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh. The results of the election will be announced at the IAC Annual…
To refresh their knowledge and satisfy the IAC Official Contest Rules requirements for Judges currency, at the beginning of each year we spend some quality time with the newly issued rulebook. With refreshed knowledge each Judge takes the annual R&C Exam. The exam is a mix of questions about new changes to the rules, questions about the rulebook answer to situations seen at contests, and some general rules questions. Passing score is 80%.
The 2016 IAC Official Contest Rules may be downloaded =>Here
The 2016…
Read moreCongratulations to the individuals below who have applied for and received Achievement Awards from flying in a non-contest environment (Smooth Achievement) or at contest (Stars Achievement) in the Fourth Quarter of 2015.
As a reminder, First time Primary or Sportsman Stars or Smooth Award Applicant will receive their first award patch for free. Applicants for Glider or Power Primary or Sportsman Achievement Awards should fill out an application and only send payment for additional patches, pins or decals. The first patch will be shipped at no charge. Applications:…
Read moreThe 2016 Official IAC Contest Rules are now available here. Member login required.
Update: If you downloaded the file prior to Feb 7, please get the updated version. It corrects an error on pages 5-5 through 5-6.
As a result of requests from members, the International Aerobatic Club has partnered again with Harris Connect to create a 2016 membership album, a showcase of member stories and the sport's history. The last membership album was produced in 2000.
The album will list current IAC members and feature a member profile section in which folks can contribute stories and photographs to celebrate our sport and the impact it has had on their lives.
Members will receive a postcard in the mail and/or an email requesting a brief telephone call, which will ensure their listings are…
Read moreCall for Annual Non-Flying Award Nominations
Each year, the membership of the IAC nominates outstanding volunteers to be recognized for their contribution to the sport of aerobatics.
This is an excellent opportunity to give recognition to an outstanding IAC member who spends their valuable time volunteering for the benefit of many. Let's recognize our unsung heroes for 2015!
… Read moreThe 2016 IAC AirVenture aircraft parking registration is now open! It is not required to to register ahead of time, but it is always appreciated for planning purposes. Register here.
Don't forget to check out the EAA AirVenture website for planning information and the NOTAM.
With the approach of Judges School season, we're getting inquiries about the Aresti Catalog.
There are no new figures for 2016. So you can continue to use your 2014 and 2015 catalogs if you like. Glider pilots should note that the super slow roll has been eliminated from the GAF.
If you do want a new copy, they are available at www.arestisystem.com. (Note: Chrome users have experienced problems with the site, but it seems to work with Internet Explorer.)
This year, CIVA implements its new rules on "Free Known" programs for the World Advanced Aerobatic Championships in Poland and the World Glider Aerobatic Championships (Unlimited and Advanced) in Hungary. Selection of a US Unlimited Aerobatic Team (Power) and US Glider Aerobatic Teams (Advanced and Unlimited) will be carried out at this year's US National Aerobatic Championships in Sherman/Denison, Texas.
The IAC Board of Directors will be considering changes to the flight programs required to try out for the US Team. The Unlimited Team will compete at the WAC in 2017 which is…
Read moreDeadline for the submission of Nominating Petitions for IAC officer and director positions is April 6, 2016.
The offices of President, Secretary, and three (3) Director positions are up for election this year. Electronic balloting will begin soon after the nominations close and will run up until the week of EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh. The results of the election will be announced at the IAC Annual Membership meeting in Oshkosh that week.
Go to https://www.iac.org/news/director-officer-nominations-sought…
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