Welcome to the IVSM 2005 website!
The International Vintage Sailplane Meet 2005 will be taking place August 20-27th, 2005 on Harris Hill in Elmira, NY. This will be the third time vintage and classic sailplanes will meet at this historic soaring site. Previous IVSM meets were held in 1995 and 2000 with more than 50 sailplanes and many more pilots attending from the US, Canada and Europe. These events drew thousands of spectators who came to see beautiful 30 to 50 year old gliders fly or take an up-close look as they were displayed on the airfield.
A vintage sailplane is one that was designed before 1958. A classic sailplane must have been built at least 30 years ago.
The 2005 event will again be a combination of a rally and show. Tasks will consist of duration events and short cross-country flights over safe terrain. Awards will be presented for:
- Best Restoration
- Best Looking Glider
- Longest Flight (duration or distance)
- Cross Country Champion
- Best Schweizer
In addition, there will be a reunion of ‘Old Timers’, a lecture program with US and foreign guest speakers and lots of after flying parties for participants!
Thank you for visiting and stop by again to check updates to the event schedule, participant list and additions to IVSM merchandise in the gift shop!
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