Ikarus Open · Day 1

Date
Distance: 104.71 km
SSS: 13:30
Task deadline: 19:30

AI-generated feedback summary

Responses: 54
Satisfaction: 4.63/5
Safety: 4.72/5

Overall, pilots rated both task satisfaction and task safety very highly, with safety viewed slightly stronger than the task itself. The tone of comments was generally positive, with several pilots thanking the organizers for a good task and organization.
Task quality: Many pilots liked the task, with comments such as “amazing” and “great,” but several wanted more tactical options. A few expected a slightly longer task for the weather and suggested placing a turnpoint closer to the main ridge.
Safety: The 2600m height limit between takeoff and SSS was the most recurring concern. Several pilots said it created stress, crowding, and spiraling in busy areas before the start, while a few pilots strongly supported it because it reduced cloud flying, aggressive pre-start positioning, and helped spread the field.
Suggestions for improvement: Many pilots suggested applying the height limit only when crossing the SSS, or only shortly before the start, so pilots are not pressured to spiral down while waiting. A few also suggested instrument warnings when approaching the limit.
Route-specific safety and conditions: A few pilots mentioned the small check radius south of Hochkönig was communicated well, but said it encouraged pilots to fly low into windy smaller mountains instead of the south sides of the bigger mountains. An isolated comment also said the point or airspace at Zell am See was confusing.
Organization and communication: Several pilots appreciated the organization, and one concrete improvement request was to send a WhatsApp message whenever a task detail changes, explicitly including both the turnpoint and radius changes.
Pilot behavior: An isolated safety-related comment reported that pilot number XX (Note: Removed, organisation has it) flew aggressively twice during the day. This may be worth discreet follow-up through the normal safety or meet-director process.