Bulletin Two

Dear Competitors, Delegation Members, and Guests;

Skydive Arizona is delighted to host the 2005 World Cup of Formation Skydiving, Canopy Formations, and Artistic Events. We look forward to renewing ties with the many competitors we have met at past events and to meeting those of you who will be visiting Arizona for the first time.

Since we hosted the 2000 World Cups of Formation Skydiving and Artistic Events we have added several buildings, including the world’s finest freefall wind tunnel. For those of you who will be visiting Skydive Arizona for the first time, we also have two large grass landing areas, a challenging swoop pond, indoor packing, The Bent Prop bar and restaurant, equipment sales and service right on the drop zone, a swimming pool, wireless internet access and an internet café, therapeutic massage, and camping and caravan facilities.

Another change since the 2000 World Cups is that teams will be responsible for their own lodging arrangements. This will give teams the opportunity to select lodging that best suits their tastes and budget. At our web site you will find detailed information about lodging options.

One thing that has not changed is the quality of our aircraft and staff. Once again we will be using our Twin Otters for all competition events, but if you would like to sample some of the other aircraft after competition ends we will have our Skyvans, King Air A-100, DC-3, and Beech 18 available.

The 2005 World Cups marks the fourth time Skydive Arizona has hosted an IPC First Category Event and our experienced staff will do everything possible to make sure the competition runs in a safe, efficient and fair manner. We urge you to fill out the provisional registration forms as soon as possible in order to help us prepare, and we invite you to contact us with any special requests you may have.

Sincerely,

Bryan Burke
Meet Director

Organization
Chair of the Organizing Committee: Lawrence Hill
FAI Controller: Exi Hoenle
Meet Director: Bryan Burke
IPC Controller of Judging and Scoring: Doris Merz-Hunziker
Chief Judge for FS: Sara Sachet
Chief Judge for CF: Lindy Rochow-Williams
Chief Judge for AE: Ray Williams

Schedule
20 October: Event Judges arrive.
21 October: Judges arrive.
22 October: Judges Conference. Teams arrive.
23 October: Official Practice.
24 October – 28 October: Artistic Events Competition.
Last AE competition jump no later than sunset on 28 October.
24 October – 29 October: FS and CF Competition.
Last FS and CF competition jump no later than 1400 on 29 October.
29 October: Closing ceremonies and banquet.
30 October – Departure.

Expected Meteorological Conditions
The average nightly low temperature at the competition site is 10 C.
The average daily high temperature at the competition site is 28 C.
Conditions during the competition dates are generally dry and sunny with light to moderate winds. Expect cool temperatures at night and at exit altitude. DZ elevation is 458 meters.

Electrical and Video Standards
The electrical current standard in the United States is 120V/60Hz AC. Delegations are responsible for bringing compatible equipment or any necessary transformers and adapters. All competition video must be PAL digital format.

Current World Records of Competition (source: FAI web site)
4-way Formation Skydiving: 42 Formations, 07/07/2002, France Maubeuge NPC at 2002 Coupe de France de Vol Relatif, Pujuat, France.

Women’s 4-way Formation Skydiving: Not Applicable

8-way Formation Skydiving: 31 Formations, 17/09/1997, US Team at 12th WPC of Formation Skydiving, Efes, Turkey.

4-way Sequential Canopy Formation: 13 Formations, 23/09/2004, US Team at 11th World Championships of Canopy Formation, Rijecka, Croatia.

4-way Rotation Canopy Formation: 22 Stacks/Planes, 28/06/2001, Russian Team at 9th World Championships of Canopy Formation, Granada, Spain.

2-way Canopy Formation: none

Freeflying: 13 points, 22/10/2003, US Team at 2003 US National Championships, Lake Wales, Florida

Men’s Freestyle: Not Applicable

Women’s Freestyle: Not Applicable

Men’s Skysurf: Not Applicable

Women’s Skysurf: Not Applicable

Training Jumps
Training facilities, including competition aircraft, are available immediately at Skydive Arizona. For teams that have registered for the 2005 World Cup the following training prices are in effect. These prices reflect a discount for cash or traveler’s checks. Credit card purchases are $0.50 more.

4000M: $16.50
2,500 M: $15.00

For information on training in the Skyventure Wind Tunnel go to HYPERLINK "http://www.skyventureaz.com" www.skyventureaz.com

Transportation
All major rental car firms operate in Phoenix, about 80 km to the north of the host drop zone. Two rental car companies operate in Casa Grande, 20 km. from the drop zone. For best rates contact a rental car firm well in advance and consider picking your car up away from the airport locations, which are often more expensive. Teams wishing to stay at Skydive Arizona without renting a vehicle can arrange for a shuttle from the airport to the drop zone. For details on shuttle service, go to www.skydiveaz.com. Click on “Facilities” and then “Lodging.”

Food and Lodging
Detailed information on area lodging options is available on our web site www.skydiveaz.com. Click on the “Facilities” navigation button. After that, a second navigation bar will appear. Click on “lodging.” Area hotels are displayed at the bottom of the lodging page. Besides the drop zone restaurant and food vendors there are dozens of restaurants and grocery stores within a few kilometers of the dz.

Entry fees and registration forms
Delegations can download the entry forms that appear on the Skydive Arizona World Cup web site. Please fill them out and return them to us as e-mail attachments to betsy@skydiveaz.com, jump@skydiveaz.com, or print them out and mail them to us at

Skydive Arizona
Attention: WC 2005
4900 N. Taylor Road
Eloy AZ 85231 USA

Provisional entry forms are due at the above address by 10 August, 2005.

Official entry forms, including fees, are due at the above address 45 days prior to the beginning of the event (8 September.)

Each delegation should submit entry fees to Sunstate Bank, ABA Routing 122105252, Skydive Arizona account #61815010111. To pay by credit card, money order or check, e-mail Betsy Barnhouse for details at betsy@skydiveaz.com.

Competitors may enter more than one event within their discipline but may not enter in more than one discipline.

Fees per person
Formation Skydiving: one event, $470. Two events, $650.
Canopy Formation: one event, $480. Two events, $590. Three events, $700.
Artistic Events: one event, $490. Two events, $615.
Accompanying personnel: $125.
Late entry fee: $100 per entrant.
Protest fees: $50 per protest filed.

Composition of Delegations
Each delegation may comprise of:
1 Head of Delegation
1 Team Manager for each discipline
1 Team Coach for each discipline
1 Interpreter
Up to three teams per event. In 2-way CF, up to four teams per event.
Accompanying Personnel

Rules Specific to the Event.
Rules, including dive pools, can be found at the FAI web site. www.fai.org

Contact Information
www.skydiveaz.com
General inquiries: jump@skydiveaz.com
Payment inquiries: betsy@skydiveaz.com
Meet management inquiries: bryantburke@skydiveaz.com

Parachute Packers
A number of professional parachute packers will be available for teams, including prior to competition. Teams are welcome to bring their own packers on the following conditions:
1) Packers may only pack for their teams. They may not solicit packing work from other skydivers unless they are approved under Skydive Arizona rules.
2) Packers must obtain credentials from the meet management if they wish to have access the competitor area.
3) Since we do not require packers to register as Accompanying Personnel, they will not be allowed to participate in formal events such as the banquet unless they purchase a ticket to such events.

Sponsor displays and logos.
No signage, wind blades, or other commercial displays will be allowed at the competition site without prior arrangement except for those appearing on the equipment and apparel used by contestants. Companies wishing to display logos or sponsor event items may contact Betsy Barnhouse for details: betsy@skydiveaz.com

Insurance and Medical Care
The 2005 World Cup does not have any third party liability or medical insurance. Each participant must have third party liability coverage. Skydivers whose National Aero Club does not include third party liability coverage in the US must acquire a temporary or annual United States Parachute Association membership. Each participant is responsible for ensuring that they have adequate medical insurance valid in the US.

National Flags and Anthems
Delegations must bring their national flag. The rules state that flags displayed in official functions, including opening and closing ceremonies, must be 100 x 150 cm. Each delegation must also provide a cassette or CD recording of their national anthem.

Parachutist Credentials
All participants must possess a valid FAI Sporting License and an International or National Parachutist Certificate. Entrants must have their equipment maintained and packed according to the rules of the civil aviation authority of their country, including any documents required by that authority.

Safety Equipment
Skydive Arizona does not require AADs or helmets, although we do recommend them.