CIVA to Meet in Madrid, Spain

The FAI Aerobatics Commission (CIVA) will meet in Madrid, Spain on 25-26 September 2004. The meeting will be hosted by the Royal Spanish Aeronautics Federation and the Royal Aero Club of Spain. Working sessions will be held at the Headquarters of the Royal Aero Club of Spain, located at Cuatro Vientos Airport, Madrid. The plenary meeting will be preceded by an informal discussions seminar on Friday, 24 September. This meeting has been used successfully in the past to discuss concerns, problems, and proposals in an informal, relaxed atmosphere. Over 20 countries are expected to participate in the meeting. Reports will be received from FAI Aerobatic Championships officials from this year's season and bids and reports will be considered for future competitions. Rules changes for 2005 will also be voted upon.