54th F3A World Cup Liechtenstein 2022

A good reputation built on self-praise and modern self-promotion (Facebook) may have a short-term impact. In the long run, however, only serious, reliable work endures. MG Liechtenstein has been a role model in both organization and sports for decades. The international F3A community appreciates this. The organization runs with the precision of a Swiss watch. The festive atmosphere isn’t limited to the traditional dinner but extends throughout both days. Visitors from the aerobatics community and partner clubs, along with their families, play a significant role in this. Sports don’t have to be purely technical—and certainly don’t have to be boring. Incidentally, the World Cup in Liechtenstein is one of the largest F3A events in Europe. →

The winners of the F3A World Cup (from left): Lassi Nurila, FIN; Sandro Matti, SUI; and Stefan Kaiser, LIE.

In the foreground is the patron of the event, H.S.H. Prince Hubertus von und zu Liechtenstein.

It is, of course, very gratifying that the entire Swiss F3A team—Sandro Matti, Reto Schumacher, and Philipp Schürmann—has reached the finals. Congratulations! The training required for the modern aerobatics programs—which change every two years—is extremely demanding. In general, the Swiss F3A aerobatics scene is in excellent shape. With 15 or more participants at Swiss championships, the country holds its own compared to other European nations. At this year’s European Championships (Spain) and the 2023 World Championships in Australia, the Swiss F3A pilots will be contenders. Good luck. The rankings are available at mfgl.li

Emil Giezendanner