FAI By-Laws
Approved by the FAI General Conference
28-29 September 2000

2022 Edition
Notification and publication:

05 August 2022

Effective from:

20 August 2022

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FAI Statutes
1.1.3: The FAI Constitution consists of the FAI Statutes and By-Laws, which are established by theGeneral Conference, the Executive Board having delegated power to amend the By-Laws.
1.5 THE FAI BY-LAWS
1.5.1. The FAI By-Laws are formal written rules, established by the General Conference or the
Executive Board to guide the implementation of the Statutes. They deal with awards, badges,
publications, procedural rules for the various FAI bodies and any other matter as necessary for the
conduct of FAI business and aeronautical and astronautical activities.
1.5.2. The By-Laws and changes thereto may be approved and implemented by a majority vote of the
FAI Executive Board.
1.5.3. Amendments to the By-laws shall become effective 15 days after the date of publication andnotification to the FAI Members.
4.2.1.1 The General Conference has delegated the power to amend the FAI By-Laws to the Executive
Board.

Revisions

Amendments

EB Decision

Publication,
Notification

Effective from28 July 2022

05 Aug 2022

20 Aug 2022

26 May 2022

04 Jul 2022

19 Jul 2022

New 1.2.7, 1.2.8, 1.2.9, 1.2.10
3.4.1 addition, 3.4.4 addition
5.2.1 Distribution of Revenue

7.7.7 The CIAM Legends Medal

Previous revisions to the FAI By-Laws are not shown in this table.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1

GENERAL PROVISIONS

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MEMBERSHIP RULES AND PROCEDURES

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3

COMMISSION RULES AND PROCEDURES

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4

THE SECRETARY GENERAL AND THE FAI SECRETARIAT

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FAI BUSINESS ACTIVITIES

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6

FAI PUBLICATIONS

16

7

FAI AWARDS FOR INDIVIDUAL DISCIPLINES

17

8

FAI BADGES

31

9FAI COMPANIONS OF HONOUR, PATRONS AND FAI PRESIDENTS OF HONOUR

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FAI RECOMMENDED VENUES

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1 GENERAL PROVISIONS
1.1.

FAI FLAG AND LOGOS

1.1.1.

FAI Air Sport Commissions may design specific emblems for their respective disciplines.
The design must be approved by the FAI Executive Board prior to production and use.

1.1.2.

The use of the FAI flag, logos or emblems for any advertising or commercial purposes
without prior written agreement of the Executive Board is prohibited. However, the right toapprove the use of the FAI flag, logos or emblems may be delegated to the FAI Secretary
General or to FAI Members.

1.1.3.

Copies of all contracts bearing on the FAI flag, logos or emblems shall be sent to the FAISecretariat at the earliest practicable moment.

1.1.4.

The FAI flag, logos or emblems may be exploited on behalf of FAI in the territory of FAI
Members, provided that such Members (including event organisers) receive an equitableshare of the proceeds thereof, the terms to be established by written agreement.

1.2.

RULES FOR TRANSFER OF RIGHTS TO FAI INTERNATIONAL SPORTING EVENTS

1.2.1.

Under Statute 1.8.1, FAI owns and controls all rights relating to FAI events organised
wholly or partly under FAI rules and regulations. FAI Members shall, within their national
territories, enforce FAI ownership of FAI events and require FAI International Sporting
Events to be registered in the FAI Sporting Calendar in accordance with Statute 2.4.2.2.5.
Any or all of FAI’s rights to an FAI event may be transferred by the FAI to an event
organiser, subject to the restrictions indicated below.

1.2.2.

Any event organiser who wishes to exploit FAI rights for or at any FAI event shall seek
prior agreement with FAI, in the form of an “Organiser Agreement”. The FAI Secretariat
shall maintain a standard format for such agreements and make this available on request
to FAI Members or event organisers.

1.2.3.

The rights owned by FAI which may, by agreement, be transferred to event organisers
include, but are not limited to:-Advertising at or for FAI events-

Use of the event name or logo for merchandising purposes-

Use of any sound, image, program and/or data, whether recorded electronically orotherwise or transmitted in real time (including specifically all rights to the use of any
material, electronic or other, including software, that forms part of any method or system
for judging, scoring, performance evaluation or information utilised in any FAI Sporting
Event).

1.2.4.

Any person or legal entity that accepts responsibility for organising an FAI Event, whether
or not by written agreement, in so doing also accepts the proprietary rights of FAI statedabove. Where no transfer of rights has been agreed in writing, the FAI shall retain all rights
to the event.

1.2.5.

Regardless of any agreement on transfer of rights, FAI shall have, free of charge for its
own archival and/or promotional use, full access to any sound and/or visual images of any
FAI Sporting Event. The FAI also reserves the right to arrange at its own expense for any
and all parts of any event to be recorded, filmed and/or photographed for such use, without
payment to the organiser.

1.2.6.

FAI may negotiate agreements with FAI Members, other entities authorised by theappropriate FAI Member or event organisers, for the transfer of all or parts of its rights to
FAI Events or waive the rights. Any such agreement or waiver shall be signed by FAI
Officers in accordance with Statute 6.1.2.1.3.

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1.2.7.

A bid for an FAI category-1 event must provide information on the financing to run the
sanctioned event.
Under Statute 1.6.2, FAI Commissions set-up bidding guidelines within the parameters of
the FAI Statutes, By-Laws, and Sporting Code.
To produce the Organiser Agreement the following information is required:-

Written statement by the NAC agreeing to the bid, also in case the Sporting Powers
have been delegated by the NAC, and that parties will sign the OA within theCommission-stipulated period,-

Written statement to stage the event in accordance with applicable FAI Rules,
Regulations, Guidelines, and all applicable legal regulations in the country (including
without limitation, air traffic regulations, employments and health and safety work
regulations),-

Organisational structure and contact details of the local organising committee,-

Event Venue(s), competition area and relevant details,-

Dates of opening and closing ceremony.

1.2.8.

An event will not be added to the FAI calendar before the Organiser Agreement has beensigned.

1.2.9.

Any decision with a financial implication must be communicated by Commissions to
Secretariat without delay, latest within 28 days of the decision.
Any invoice is to be issued in FAI currency, that is Swiss Francs.
All invoices are issued by Secretariat or by using electronic workflows that are approved
by Secretariat.
Any exception needs prior, written agreement by FAI Secretary General.

1.2.10.

All activities, fees, goods, and services which FAI is charging are listed in a separate
document outside Sporting Codes or supporting guidelines.
Secretariat maintains and publishes the consolidated list of such cost elements.

1.3.

DEFINITION OF AIR SPORT PERSON

1.3.1.

A person involved in air sports as recognized by FAI and who is registered either directlywith a NAC or with a sporting organization affiliated to a NAC.

1.3.2.

There are three basic ways in which a person could become “registered” as an AP:-

Direct individual registration with the NAC that serves as FAI Member.

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Individual registration with a NAC-affiliated national federation.

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Individual registration with a local club under the NAC umbrella (directly or indirectly).

1.3.3.

The AP definition embraces not only registered individuals in organisations within the FAI
structure, but also those registered in organisations that are not themselves members of
FAI, but that have an affiliation agreement or sporting license arrangement with a FAI
member. Furthermore, in some cases, AP status has to be given to persons inorganisations wholly outside the FAI structure and to individuals with no institutional
affiliation.

1.3.4.

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above categories of organisation, if only to obtain a sporting licence or achieve ratificationof a performance as a national record. The term “registration” includes, but is not limited
to “membership”. Registration may, for the purpose of AP counting, include less close
forms of relationship, such as sporting licence issue. However, it is not intended that theterm “registration” should include people who, for example, take a single trial flying lessonor parachute jump, but who subsequently display no commitment to air sports.

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2 MEMBERSHIP RULES AND PROCEDURES
2.1.

APPLICATION FOR FAI ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP

2.1.1.

To join the FAI as an Active Member the applicant shall forward to the FAI Secretariat aletter of application appropriately signed by its President, Secretary General or other duly
authorised persons. This application shall be accompanied by :2.1.1.1.

– its Statutes and By-Laws, if any, in duplicate

2.1.1.2.

– the names of its officers and the members of its Board of Directors

2.1.1.3.

– the address of its headquarters

2.1.1.4.

– a reply to the FAI questionnaire

2.1.1.5.

– the payment for the first year's membership dues for the class in which membership issought. In addition, if a country has previously had one or more FAI Members that failed
to meet their financial obligations to FAI and as a result were either suspended twice ormore within a 5-year period before resigning from FAI, or were the subject of a formal voteof expulsion within the previous 10 years, advance payment of one or more years’
membership subscriptions, or other conditions designed to encourage timely payment,
may be imposed at the discretion of the Executive Board. If the application is not accepted,
all payments shall be returned in full. If the application is referred to a different class thanthe one requested, and the applicant agrees to this, the balance of dues shall be paid by
the applicant or refunded by the FAI as the case may be.

2.2.

APPLICATION FOR ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP

2.2.1.

Application for Associate Membership shall follow the same procedure as that prescribedin paragraph 2.1.1. of these By-Laws.

2.2.2.

The application must also include a written commitment that should FAI subsequently
accept an Active Member to represent the same country, the Associate Member shalleither affiliate with said Active Member or resign from FAI.

2.2.3.

In cases where the country already has an Active Member, and the application for
Associate Membership is being submitted under the special provisions of Statute 2.5.1.1.
as a result of established breaches of that Active Member’s obligations towards FAI, theapplication must also include a written commitment that the Associate Member undertakes
to affiliate with the Active Member or resign from FAI as soon as FAI determines that thepresent, or any subsequently elected Active Member is fully compliant with FAI’s Active
Membership requirements.

2.3.

APPLICATION FOR TEMPORARY MEMBERSHIP

2.3.1.

Application for Temporary Membership shall follow the same procedure as that describedin paragraph 2.1.1 of these By-Laws.

2.3.2.

The application must also include a written commitment from the applicant to work towards
fulfilment of the requirements for Active / Associate Membership.

2.4.

VOTING AT GENERAL CONFERENCE

2.4.1.

Members who have not paid their membership fees by March 31 are not in good standing.
Payments have to be received on the FAI bank accounts two weeks before the opening of
the General Conference.

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3 COMMISSION RULES AND PROCEDURES
3.1.

REPRESENTATION AT MEETINGS OF FAI COMMISSIONS

3.1.1.

Each Active Member or Associate may appoint one Delegate and one Alternate Delegate
to each FAI Air Sport Commission (other than the FAI Air Sport General Commission) andTechnical Commission. New appointments and persons retiring from NAC Delegate or
Alternate Delegate duty shall be reported to the FAI Secretariat without delay. Proper
credentials must be presented to the FAI Secretariat from the Member organisation
concerned.

3.1.2.

Annually, an up-to-date list of all duly appointed Delegates and Alternate Delegates shallbe distributed with the General Conference Agenda, Annexes and Minutes.

3.1.3.

At any time an Active or Associate Member may appoint a representative who may takethe place of the Delegate or Alternate Delegate for the duration of the concerned meeting
if those individuals are prevented from attending a meeting, by presenting proper
credentials with copies direct to the FAI Secretariat. The delegate and alternate delegates
would remain the recipients of all FAI official information and it would be the NAC’s
responsibility to forward any communication concerning the meeting to the representative.
The representative would have same voting rights as the delegate or alternate delegate
but could not be elected to a Bureau function.

3.1.4.

An Active or Associate Member who has not appointed a Delegate to an FAI Air Sport
Commission or Technical Commission may be represented at meetings of those bodies
by a non-voting Observer.

3.1.5.

Observers may attend Commission meetings subject to the permission of the Commission
President. Observers have no vote and may only speak to the meeting with the permissionof the Commission President.

3.1.6.

If an FAI Member is unable to appoint a delegate who is either a citizen or resident of that
Member's country, the FAI Member may appoint an individual who is a citizen or residentof another country provided that prior approval has been obtained from the FAI Memberof that country, and that the person concerned has not represented another FAI Member
during the previous 3 years.

3.1.7.

Each Air Sport Commission may nominate a representative to attend meetings and toreceive papers of each of the Technical Commissions. Such representatives may speak,
but have no vote at such meetings.

3.2.

OFFICIALS OF FAI AIR SPORT COMMISSIONS AND TECHNICAL COMMISSIONS

3.2.1.

Each FAI Air Sport Commission and Technical Commission shall have a "Bureau",
normally comprising the following officials:-

its President,-

one or more Vice-Presidents,-

one or more Secretaries,-

any other official who is properly described in the Specialized Sections of each Air Sport
Commission.

3.2.2.

If, between meetings of a Commission, the Bureau must exercise certain responsibilities,
this delegation of powers and the resulting mandate shall be precisely defined by theparent body.

3.2.3.

Decisions taken by the Bureau shall be communicated immediately to the FAI Secretariat
for information and shall in due course be recorded by the Commission concerned.

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3.2.4.

Each Commission shall elect a President from among its approved Delegates or the
existing President. If there is only one candidate and the meeting is physical (face-to-face),the election may be by acclamation, unless a secret ballot is requested by an approved
Delegate or his Alternate. If the meeting is held virtually by the use of electronic means,the acclamation may be indicated by a positive emoticon (an example of which is the“thumbs up” emoticon). In cases where there is more than one candidate or where a secretballot is requested by an approved Delegate or his Alternate, the election shall be by secretballot. If an absolute majority is not obtained in the first vote, a second vote shall be taken
at which a plurality shall carry the election.

3.2.5.

Presidents may be re-elected for an unlimited number of terms and shall take office uponelection.

3.2.6.

The President of an FAI Commission shall have the following duties:

3.2.6.1.

-

3.2.6.2.

- During the Commission meetings, to direct the discussions and ensure compliance with
the FAI Statutes, By-Laws, Sporting Code and Internal Regulations if any; however, heshall not take part in any vote, except as provided for in paragraph 3.3.7.

3.2.6.3.

- To prepare in writing a yearly report on the work done by his or her Commission andsubmit this report to the General Conference. When invited, the President shall present
the report in person, verbally, to the General Conference. Further, special reports shall bemade when requested by the FAI General Conference, the FAI Executive Board, or the
FAI President.

3.2.6.4.

- To review minutes of meetings or records of decisions as prepared by the Commission
Secretary and ensure that approved version is provided to the FAI Secretariat. This shallbe done not later than 60 days after the meeting.

3.2.6.5.

- A Commission President who has been nominated as his FAI Member's delegate shallno longer represent his Member's views while holding office on that Commission, and theMember's Alternate Delegate or another representative shall represent that Member's
views and vote on behalf of that Member for the period the President holds office.

3.2.6.6.

- In the case of the President of an Air Sport Commission, to serve as a Vice-Presidentof FAI.

3.2.7.

Each FAI Air Sports Commission and Technical Commission may confer upon an outgoing
President the title of Commission President of Honour. The Honoree may, if agreed to by
the Member of the FAI he represented, be invited to take part in subsequent meetings of
the Commission concerned.

3.2.8.

The Members of each FAI Air Sport Commission and Technical Commission shall elect byplurality vote one or more Vice-Presidents from among its approved Delegates. If there is
only one candidate the election may be by acclamation, unless a secret ballot is requested
by an approved Delegate or his Alternate. In cases where there is more than one candidate
or where a secret ballot is requested by an approved Delegate or his Alternate, the election
shall be by secret ballot.

3.2.9.

A Vice-President shall continue to represent the FAI Member of which he is a Delegate
unless he is called upon to act as President.

3.2.10.

Vice-Presidents may be re-elected for an unlimited number of terms and shall take officeupon election.

3.2.11.

The Secretary of a Commission shall be elected by plurality vote and may be re-elected
for an unlimited number of terms. If there is only one candidate the election may be byacclamation, unless a secret ballot is requested by an approved Delegate or his Alternate.

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In cases where there is more than one candidate or where a secret ballot is requested by
an approved Delegate or his Alternate, the election shall be by secret ballot.
3.2.12.

The Secretary may be chosen from outside the Commission, subject to agreement by theMember who would be responsible for issuing a Sporting License to the person concerned
as per FAI’s Rights of representation (Sporting Code General Section 8.1.3.6).

3.2.13.

The Secretary shall be responsible for preparing and sending the draft minutes or recordsof decision of each meeting to its President as soon as possible after that meeting's
adjournment, keeping in mind the requirement of 3.4.6.

3.2.14.

The Secretary, if not a Delegate, shall have no voting rights.

3.3.

COMMISSION VOTING RULES

3.3.1.

Subject to the provisions of Sections 3.1. and 3.2., each Delegate to an FAI Air Sport
Commission or Technical Commission shall have one vote. In case the Delegate is unable
to exercise this right, and subject to the provisions of Sections 3.1. and 3.2., the Alternate
may vote on behalf of the Delegate.

3.3.2.

If no alternate delegate is available and if no substitute has been appointed under theprovisions of 3.1.3, a proxy may be given to one of the other delegates, except to theCommission President, who shall not have the right to cast proxy votes. All proxies mustbe given in writing and be signed by the President or Secretary General of the FAI Member
concerned.

3.3.3.

A Delegate may represent and vote on behalf of only one other Member of the FAI.

3.3.4.

A secret ballot shall be compulsory when requested by any one of the Delegates or theirrepresentatives attending a meeting.

3.3.5.

Unless otherwise specified in Commissions' Internal Regulations, decisions shall be taken
on an absolute majority vote.

3.3.6.

In the event of a tie in two successive votes, the President shall cast a deciding vote without
appeal.

3.3.7.

Voting rules for bestowing FAI awards are subject to special provisions contained
elsewhere in these By-Laws.

3.4.

GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR COMMISSIONS

3.4.1.

A Commission shall meet when convened by its President or, in his or her absence, thesenior ranking Vice-President available.
The regular annual Plenary Meeting of an Air Sport Commission shall take place no later
than March 31 each year.
Under exceptional circumstances and in agreement with the Executive Board, such date
may be waived.

3.4.2.

The notice convening the meeting shall be sent in good time to all approved Commission
Delegates and the FAI members by the FAI Secretariat, but not later than forty-five days
before the date fixed for the meeting.

3.4.3.

Commissions, except for CASI, shall normally meet at, or in the vicinity of, the FAISecretariat. When meeting elsewhere is under consideration, freedom of entry to thecountry concerned shall be a determinant factor. A Commission that has voted by anabsolute majority (>50%) to meet in another place shall inform the FAI Secretary Generaland consult with him about fixing a suitable date. The host organisation shall pay all costs,

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including suitable travel from the FAI Secretariat to the meeting place, hotel
accommodation, and administrative expenses of the FAI Secretary General and/or his
authorized representatives. The host organisation may charge a registration fee for therange of services and events offered in connection with meetings held elsewhere than at
the FAI Secretariat. However, no approved delegate to a Commission shall be refusedentry to Commission plenary or sub-committee working sessions on the ground that hehas not registered. CASI meetings may be held electronically at a date determined
together with the FAI Secretary General or be held in conjunction with the FAI General
Conference.
3.4.4.

A detailed Agenda for each Commission meeting shall be prepared at the direction of the
President and shall be sent to the FAI Secretariat in time to allow the distribution to all
approved Commission Delegates and the FAI Members by the FAI Secretariat not later
than forty-five days before the date fixed for the meeting. The Commission's plenary
meeting cannot make final decisions on items that do not appear on the agenda. For new
items to be added to the agenda, at least two-thirds of the voting Delegates present must
agree.
The FAI Finance Report will be provided by FAI Secretary General.

3.4.5.

Commissions shall be entitled to call on specialists for advice.

3.4.6.

The minutes or records of decision of each meeting shall be provided to FAI Secretariat
within sixty (60) days after the meeting and, in conformity with By-Law 6.1.1., notice of
their publication shall be sent by the FAI Secretariat to all Members of the Commission
and to FAI Members as soon as possible thereafter.

3.5.

RULES FOR COMMISSION COMMITTEES, SUBCOMMITTEES AND WORKINGGROUPS

3.5.1.

The presidency of committees, subcommittees and working groups shall usually be held
by Delegates to the Commission which created the committee, subcommittee or working
group. Depending on the term of office chosen by the Commission (according to Statutes
5.1.2.8), Presidents shall be elected for one-year or two-year terms by the parent body andmay be re-elected.

3.5.2.

In the event that the presidency of a committee, subcommittee or working group is not tobe held by a Commission Delegate the nomination shall be subject to the agreement of
the Delegate from the prospective electee's FAI Member.

3.5.3.

Any proposal by a committee, subcommittee or working group shall be subject to theapproval of the Commission concerned.

3.6.

CIACA SPECIFIC SCOPE OF ACTIVITIES

3.6.1.

In order to avoid confusion with the scope of activities of other commissions, the CIACA(FAI Amateur Built and Experimental Aircraft Commission) scope of activities is definedas:3.6.1.1.

Actively cooperating and exploiting synergies with the other Commissions

3.6.1.2.

Contributing to the aims and objectives of FAI (such as education activities, regulatory
matters, cooperation with FAI Commissions and Member organisations, etc.)

3.6.1.3.

Promoting the design, construction and operation of Amateur-built / Homebuilt
experimental aircraft, as well as the reconstruction and restoration of vintage aircraft

3.6.1.4.

Establishing and keeping current Sporting Codes and Rules for aircraft building
competitions and/or flying competitions open to amateur-built/homebuilt experimental or
restored aircraft

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3.6.1.5.

Cooperating with the other FAI Air Sport Commissions in view of achieving international
records using amateur-built/homebuilt experimental aircraft

3.6.1.6.

Providing technical expertise and advice to FAI, its Members and Air Sport Commissions

3.6.1.7.

Promoting the achievement of sporting performances with aircraft using new technologies

3.6.1.8.

Providing watch on new technologies

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4 THE SECRETARY GENERAL AND THE FAI SECRETARIAT
4.1.

GENERAL

4.1.1.

The FAI Secretary General is responsible for the activities of the FAI Secretariat. The
overall responsibilities and authority of the FAI Secretary General are set out in Chapter 8of the FAI Statutes.

4.2.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

4.2.1.

Under the direction of the Secretary General, to assist all the elements of FAI in furthering
the aims and objectives of the organisation;

4.2.2.

Maintaining the archives of the FAI;

4.2.3.

Homologating all air and space records;

4.2.4.

Maintaining the FAI accounts up to date and carrying out such transactions as are required
for the day-to-day activities of the Secretariat in accordance with the authorities issued by
the Executive Board, as set out in Statute 7.3.1.

4.2.5.

Collecting all payments due to FAI and preparing vouchers for signature by the authorizedindividuals.

4.2.6.

Establish, maintain and keep up-to-date such electronic communications (including theInternet) as may be required by FAI’s activities, in conjunction with the constituent
elements of FAI and the airsports community at large.

4.3.

FAI WORKING LANGUAGES

4.3.1.

English and/or French shall serve as the day to day working languages of the FAISecretariat and for its correspondence.

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5 FAI BUSINESS ACTIVITIES
5.1.

FAI POLICIES

5.1.1.

Notwithstanding the importance of FAI's income producing programmes, air sports, airsport competition and the quest for improved performance are FAI's principal reasons forexistence. Business programmes must support and not replace these objectives.

5.1.2.

The FAI Executive Board may negotiate business programmes and approve and executeagreements for their implementation.

5.1.3.

Any business programmes to be implemented in the territory of a Member shall be
discussed in advance with the affected Member.

5.2.

DISTRIBUTION OF REVENUE

5.2.1.

The distribution of revenue from business activities shall be specified in the Organizer
Agreement.

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6 FAI PUBLICATIONS
6.1.

GENERAL

6.1.1.

FAI shall publish information regarding its activities and meetings and also the list of
current air and space records, using the most appropriate available medium. The FAISecretariat is responsible for the issuing of all FAI communications.

6.1.2.

FAI shall publish annually the principal events of the preceding year, such as Executive
Board elections, the President's Report, Commission Reports, results of FAI
Championships, medals and diplomas, the summary and conclusions of the Annual
General Conference, lists of Commission delegates, membership changes, the FAI
calendar and other items of interest.

6.1.3.

Other publications, such as a magazine, may be issued with the approval of the Executive
Board.

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7.1.

GENERAL

7.1.1.

The FAI Medals and Diplomas in this Chapter may be awarded only upon the decision of
the appropriate Air Sport or Technical Commission.

7.1.2.

The nominating authority (Statute 9.1.3.) shall send nominations for all FAI awards forindividual disciplines to the FAI Secretariat, together with citations not exceeding 250
words and any other supporting information required.
Subject to specific procedures set out elsewhere in FAI By-Laws Chapter 7.2 to 7.13,
nominations are to arrive no later than 60 days before the FAI Commission meeting
concerned.
After the 60 days deadline specified in 7.1.2, if no nominations for a specific award
category has been received and subject to support according to FAI Statutes 9.1.3.2,
nominations may be made by the respective FAI Commission President up until 45 days
before the FAI Commission meeting concerned. Such a nomination, with a citation, shallbe included in the agenda for the commission meeting and shall be sent to the FAISecretariat.
Under extenuating circumstances the Plenary may defer the decision for one year.

7.2.

AWARDS FOR BALLOONING(Subject to approval by the FAI Ballooning Commission)

7.2.1.

THE MONTGOLFIER BALLOONING DIPLOMAS

7.2.1.1.

History. These Diplomas, established by FAI in 1960, are named after Joseph and Etienne
Montgolfier who built the world's first successful manned flying machine, a hot air balloon,in 1783.

7.2.1.2.

Eligibility, Frequency and Number. Four Montgolfier Diplomas may be awarded annually,
one to recognise each of the following:

7.2.1.2.1.

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the best sporting performance in the previous Montgolfier year in Gas Ballooning;

7.2.1.2.2.

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the best sporting performance in the previous Montgolfier year in Hot Air Ballooning;

7.2.1.2.3.

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the best sporting performance in the previous Montgolfier year in Roziere Ballooning.

7.2.1.2.4.

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a major contribution to the development of the sport of Ballooning in general.

7.2.1.2.5.

The Montgolfier year starts on November 21st and ends on November 20th (UTC).

7.2.1.3.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes,
subject to the following additional conditions:7.2.1.3.1.

Each FAI Member may submit the names of four candidates, one in each of the categories
defined in 7.2.1.2. above.

7.2.1.3.2.

Each candidate must be a national or resident of the nominating Member's country.
Candidates may be individuals or teams. In the case of awards for performance, teams
shall consist of a Pilot-in-Command and other Flight Crew, but at least one person in ateam must be a national or resident of the nominating Member's country. Where
candidates consist of a team of different nationalities, the nominating FAI Member shallhave the written permission of the FAI Members concerned.

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In the event a Diploma is awarded to a team, each team member will receive a Diploma.

7.2.1.3.4.

The Montgolfier Diploma may be awarded to the same individual or team more than once,but not in the same category.

7.2.2.

THE SANTOS-DUMONT GOLD AIRSHIP MEDAL

7.2.2.1.

History. This medal, established in 1994, honours Alberto Santos-Dumont for his
contributions to the development of the sport of flying airships, culminating in his historic
flight around the Eiffel Tower in Paris, October 19, 1901, thus winning the Deutsch Prize.
100 medals were contributed by the Virgin Islands Aero Club.

7.2.2.2.

Eligibility, Frequency and Number. One Santos-Dumont Gold Airship Medal may beawarded annually to recognise:

7.2.2.2.1.

- the best sporting performance in the previous Montgolfier year (see 7.2.1.2.5.) in airships,
or

7.2.2.2.2.

- a major contribution to the development of the sport of Airship flying in general.

7.2.2.2.3.

A Medal may also be awarded for a series of performances which together represent a
remarkable sporting performance.

7.2.2.3.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes,
subject to the following additional conditions

7.2.2.3.1.

Each FAI Member may submit the name of one candidate,

7.2.2.3.2.

Each candidate must be a national or resident of the nominating Member's country.
Candidates may be individuals or teams. In the case of awards for performance, teams
shall consist of a Pilot-in-Command and other Flight Crew, but at least one person in ateam must be a national or resident of the nominating Member's country. Where
candidates consist of a team of different nationalities, the nominating FAI Member shallhave the written permission of the FAI Members concerned.

7.2.2.3.3.

In the event a Medal is awarded to a team, each team member will receive a Medal.

7.3.

AWARDS FOR GENERAL AVIATION(Subject to approval by the FAI General Aviation Commission)

7.3.1.

THE CHARLES LINDBERGH GENERAL AVIATION DIPLOMA

7.3.1.1.

History. This Diploma was established by the FAI in 1983 on a proposal by the FAI General
Aviation Commission.

7.3.1.2.

Eligibility. The Lindbergh Diploma may be awarded annually to:

7.3.1.2.1.

- individuals or organisations that have contributed significantly over a period of not lessthan ten years to the progress and success of General Aviation in either air sport ortransportation, or in the work of international bodies concerned with General Aviation ; or7.3.1.2.2.

- to recognise technical breakthroughs in the field of General Aviation as an incentive
toward general progress, and for the purpose of stimulating research and development of
new concepts and equipment contributing to operational efficiency and flight safety.

7.3.1.2.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Lindbergh Diploma may be awarded annually.

7.3.1.3.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

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AWARDS FOR GLIDING(Subject to approval by the FAI Gliding Commission)

7.4.1.

THE LILIENTHAL GLIDING MEDAL

7.4.1.1.

History. This Medal, named after the famous early gliding pioneer Otto Lilienthal, wascreated by the FAI in 1938.

7.4.1.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded for a particularly remarkable gliding performance, or eminent
services to gliding, to a currently active glider pilot who has:

7.4.1.2.1.

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7.4.1.2.2.

- made a pioneer flight (defined as a flight which has opened new possibilities for gliding
and/or gliding techniques) ; or7.4.1.2.3.

-

7.4.1.3.

Frequency and Number. One Medal only may be awarded annually.

7.4.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.4.2.

THE PELAGIA MAJEWSKA GLIDING MEDAL

7.4.2.1.

History. This Medal was created by the FAI in 1989, following a proposal by the Aero Clubof Poland, in memory of Madame Pelagia MAJEWSKA, eminent Polish glider pilot
awarded the Lilienthal Medal for 1960, and holder of 17 world gliding records, who lost her
life in an air accident in 1988. The Medal is offered to the FAI by the Aero Club of Poland.

7.4.2.2.

Eligibility. The Pelagia Majewska Medal may be awarded annually to a female glider pilot
to reward:

7.4.2.2.1.

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a particularly remarkable performance in gliding during the past year, or

7.4.2.2.2.

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eminent services to gliding over a long period of time.

7.4.2.3.

Frequency and Number. One Medal only may be awarded annually.

7.4.2.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.4.3

THE PIRAT GEHRIGER DIPLOMA

7.4.3.1.

History. This Diploma was created by the FAI in 2000 in memory of Pirat Gehriger, former
President of the FAI Gliding Commission (then Commission Internationale de Vol à Voile(CIVV)).

7.4.3.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded annually for eminent services to international gliding.

7.4.3.3.

Frequency and Number. Normally, only one Diploma may be awarded annually. However,exceptionally, the International Gliding Commission may recommend the award of one or
two additional diplomas.

7.4.3.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

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established an international record during the past year; orrendered eminent service to the sport of gliding over a significant period of time.

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AWARDS FOR ROTORCRAFT(Subject to approval by the FAI Rotorcraft Commission)

7.5.1.

THE FAI GOLD ROTORCRAFT MEDAL

7.5.1.1.

History. This medal was established by FAI in February, 1993 upon the proposal of the
FAI Rotorcraft Commission. The provision of the medals is arranged by that Commission.

7.5.1.2.

Eligibility. The medal is to reward a particularly remarkable achievement in rotorcraft
including use as a sporting vehicle, or eminent services to the development of rotorcraft
over an extended period of time.

7.5.1.3.

Frequency and Number. One Medal only may be awarded annually.

7.5.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations must arrive at the FAI Secretariat by November 30
of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the
Statutes.

7.6.

AWARDS FOR PARACHUTING(Subject to approval by the FAI Parachuting Commission)

7.6.1.

THE FAI GOLD PARACHUTING MEDAL

7.6.1.1.

History. This Medal was established by the FAI in January 1968. The cost of the Medal
was initially covered by the revenue from a 10,000 US Dollar endowment fund provided by
Mr. J.A. Istel, President of Honour of the FAI Parachuting Commission. After the first fundran out, the USPA (United States Parachute Association) decided to take over the funding
the medal.

7.6.1.2.

Eligibility. The Medal may be awarded annually for an outstanding accomplishment inconnection with parachuting. This may be in the realm of sport, safety, or, at the option of
the Commission, an invention. It cannot be awarded to delegates to the FAI Parachuting
Commission.

7.6.1.3.

Frequency and Number. One Medal only may be awarded annually.

7.6.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations must arrive at the FAI Secretariat no later than 60days before the Parachuting Commission Meeting. In other respects, procedures shall be
as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.6.2.

THE LEONARDO DA VINCI PARACHUTING DIPLOMA

7.6.2.1.

History. This Diploma was established in 1970 by the FAI.

7.6.2.2.

Eligibility. One Diploma may be awarded each year to a person who has achieved one of
the following criteria:

7.6.2.2.1.

- Been at least twice an Individual Champion or a Member of a Champion Team at aFirst Category Event

7.6.2.2.2.

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7.6.2.2.3.

- Have been at least three times an FAI/IPC Official at a First Category Event (Chief
Judge, FAI Parachuting Judge, FAI Controller, International Jury Member or any
combination thereof)

7.6.2.2.4.

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Established at least three World Parachuting Records;

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- Have been for at least six years the Chair of an IPC Committee (IPC Internal
Regulations 6.7) or an IPC Bureau Member or any combination thereof.

7.6.2.3.

Frequency and Number. One Diploma only may be awarded annually.

7.6.2.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations must arrive at the FAI Secretariat no later than 60days before the Parachuting Commission Meeting. In other respects, procedures shall be
as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.6.3.

FAUST VRANCIC MEDAL

7.6.3.1.

History. This medal was established in 2001, following a proposal by the Aeronautical
Federation of Croatia, in memory of Faust Vrancic.

7.6.3.2.

Eligibility. The Medal may be awarded, on the decision of the FAI Parachuting
Commission, for technical innovation or achievement in parachuting. It cannot be awarded
to Delegates to the FAI Parachuting Commission.

7.6.3.3.

Frequency and Number. One Medal will be provided annually by the Aeronautical
Federation of Croatia.

7.6.3.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations must arrive at the FAI Secretariat no later than 60days before the Parachuting Commission Meeting. In other respects, procedures shall be
as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.7.

AWARDS FOR AEROMODELLING(Subject to approval by the FAI Aeromodelling Commission)

7.7.1.

THE FAI AEROMODELLING GOLD MEDAL

7.7.1.1.

History. This Medal was established in 1987.

7.7.1.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded annually to an aeromodeller of an FAI Member foroutstanding merit in organisation activities. The recipient shall have:

7.7.1.2.1.

- fulfilled at least twice the function of Competition Director or a similar function at Worldor Continental Championships ; or7.7.1.2.2.

- fulfilled at least three times the function of an FAI jury member at World or Continental
Championships ; or7.7.1.2.3.

- fulfilled at least five times the function of a judge or a similar function at World orContinental Championships ; or7.7.1.2.4.

- served at least three years as a delegate to the FAI Aeromodelling Commission, or
served another function therein; or7.7.1.2.5.

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7.7.1.3.

Frequency and Number. One Medal only may be awarded annually.

7.7.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations, giving full information about the candidate's
activities up to 31st December of the preceding year, must be submitted on standard forms,
available from the FAI Secretariat, and must arrive at the FAI Secretariat by 15th
November of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9of the Statutes.

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THE ANDREI TUPOLEV AEROMODELLING MEDAL

7.7.2.1.

History. This Medal was established in 1989.

7.7.2.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded to any aeromodeller who in the same year wins the Worldand National Aeromodelling Championships in the same class of models.

7.7.2.3.

Frequency and Number. Not more than one medal may be awarded each year.

7.7.2.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations, giving full information about the candidate's
activities up to 31st December of the preceding year, must be submitted on standard forms,
available from the FAI Secretariat, and must arrive at the FAI Secretariat by 15th
November of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9of the Statutes.

7.7.3.

THE ALPHONSE PENAUD AEROMODELLING DIPLOMA

7.7.3.1.

History. This Diploma was established by the FAI in 1979, and amended in 1980.

7.7.3.2.

Eligibility. The Diploma may be awarded to an aeromodeller of a FAI Member who has:

7.7.3.2.1.

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obtained at least three times consecutively the title of national champion; or7.7.3.2.2.

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obtained at least once the title of world champion; or7.7.3.2.3.

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established at least three world records; or

7.7.3.2.4.

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other outstanding sporting achievements

7.7.3.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded annually.

7.7.3.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations, giving full information about the candidate's
activities up to 31st December of the preceding year, must be submitted on standard forms,
available from the FAI Secretariat, and must arrive at the FAI Secretariat by 15th
November of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9of the Statutes.

7.7.4.

THE ANTONOV AEROMODELLING DIPLOMA

7.7.4.1.

History. This Diploma was established in 1987 and is donated annually by the FAI Memberof Russia to the FAI.

7.7.4.2.

Eligibility. This Diploma may be awarded to an aeromodeller of an FAI Member fortechnical innovations in aeromodelling. The Antonov Diploma may be granted more thanonce to the same person for different technical innovations made in different years.

7.7.4.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded annually.

7.7.4.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations, giving full information about the candidate's
activities up to 31st December of the preceding year, must be submitted on standard forms,
available from the FAI Secretariat, and must arrive at the FAI Secretariat by 15th
November of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9of the Statutes.

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THE ANDREI TUPOLEV AEROMODELLING DIPLOMA

7.7.5.1.

History. This Diploma was established in 1989 and is donated annually by the FAI Memberof Russia to the FAI.

7.7.5.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded annually to an aeromodeller of an FAI Member for an
outstanding record performance in aeromodelling.

7.7.5.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded annually.

7.7.5.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations, giving full information about the candidate's
activities up to 31st December of the preceding year, must be submitted on standard forms,
available from the FAI Secretariat, and must arrive at the FAI Secretariat by 15th
November of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9of the Statutes.

7.7.6.

THE FRANK EHLING DIPLOMA

7.7.6.1.

History. The Frank Ehling Diploma was established in 1999 and is donated by the
Academy of Model Aeronautics of the USA. It honours Frank V Ehling whose simple model
designs have been used successfully on three continents.

7.7.6.2.

Eligibility. The Diploma may be awarded annually for outstanding accomplishment, by anorganisation or individual, in connection with the promotion of aviation through the use offlying models.

7.7.6.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded annually.

7.7.6.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations, giving full information about the candidate's
activities up to 31st December of the preceding year, must be submitted on standard forms,
available from the FAI Secretariat, and must arrive at the FAI Secretariat by 15th
November of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9of the Statutes.

7.7.7.

THE CIAM LEGENDS MEDAL

7.7.7.1.

History: This Medal was established in 2022 and first awarded in 2023.

7.7.7.2.

Eligibility: The medal is reserved for those who have, in the past, obtained at least three(3) times the title of FAI World Champion in any Aeromodelling or Space Models class.
The World Champion title may be gained in different classes. This medal is for individuals
only. Proposals may cover any period of time up to 31st December of the preceding year.

7.7.7.3.

Frequency and Number: No restrictions other than no athlete shall be awarded with thismedal more than once.

7.7.7.4.

Nomination and Approval process : Nominations, giving full information about thecandidate's achievements up to 31st December of the preceding year, must be submitted
on standard forms, available from the FAI Secretariat, and must arrive at the FAISecretariat by 15th November of each year. In other respects, procedures shall be as
described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.
The award is automatic. A vote from the Plenary will not be required as the nominations
will be based on World Championships results.

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AWARDS FOR AEROBATICS(Subject to approval by the FAI Aerobatics Commission)

7.8.1.

THE LEON BIANCOTTO AEROBATICS DIPLOMA

7.8.1.1.

History. This Diploma was established in February 1993 upon the proposal of the FAI
Aerobatics Commission. Widely regarded as one of the finest aerobatics pilots of all time,
Léon Biancotto was a member of the French aerobatics team. He lost his life practising forthe first FAI World Aerobatic Championships in Bratislava, Czechoslovakia in 1960.
Biancotto won the famous Lockheed Aerobatics Trophy in England on three of the six
occasions it was held. In 1965, a competition known as the Biancotto Trophy was started
and this eventually developed into the European Aerobatics Championships.

7.8.1.2.

Eligibility. The Diploma may be awarded to individuals or organisations that havecontributed significantly to the sport of aerobatics.

7.8.1.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Biancotto Diploma may be awarded each year.

7.8.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedure for selecting recipients of the Diploma shall be as set
out in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

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AWARDS FOR ASTRONAUTICS(Subject to approval by the FAI Astronautic Records Commission)

7.9.1.

THE Yu. A. GAGARIN GOLD MEDAL

7.9.1.1.

History. This Medal was established by the FAI in 1968 in honour of Astronaut Yu. A.
Gagarin, who performed the first space flight by man on the 12th of April 1961. He lost hislife on the 27th of March 1968 in a tragic aircraft accident while carrying out a training flight.

7.9.1.2.

Eligibility. The Yu. A. Gagarin Gold Medal may be awarded to an astronaut who, in theprevious year, is considered to have made the greatest achievement in Man's conquest ofSpace.

7.9.1.3.

Frequency and Number. Normally, one Medal only is awarded each year. Exceptionally, 2
medals may be awarded.

7.9.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.9.2.

THE V. M. KOMAROV DIPLOMA

7.9.2.1.

History. This Diploma was established in 1970 by the FAI to honour the memory of Soviet
Cosmonaut Komarov who participated in the world record space flight of Voskhod 1 in
1964, and who lost his life while serving on a cosmic flight.

7.9.2.2.

Eligibility. This Diploma may be awarded to astronauts, members of multi-seater crews, foroutstanding achievements in the field of exploration of outer space in the previous year.

7.9.2.3.

Frequency and Number. The maximum number of crews to be recognized annually shallbe three.

7.9.2.4.

Nomination and Approval. Each year, an FAI Member may submit the names of two
candidates (multi-seater crews) with supporting data. Nominations shall be processed by
the FAI Astronautic Records Commission in accordance with Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.9.3.

THE KOROLEV DIPLOMA

7.9.3.1.

History. This Diploma was established in 1988 upon a proposal by the FAI Astronautic
Records Commission.

7.9.3.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded to technicians or engineers having worked in orbit or on acelestial body in building structures and/or their equipment, or in a non-planned restoration
or repair of a broken device to make possible the continuation of a mission, and, on thisoccasion, having demonstrated human work in space.

7.9.3.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded each year.

7.9.3.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.9.4.

THE ODYSSEY DIPLOMA

7.9.4.1.

History. This Diploma was established in 1988 upon a proposal by the FAI Astronautic
Records Commission.

7.9.4.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded to a person or a group of persons whose actions,achievements, or works on earth, in space, or on a celestial body have safeguarded or
may safeguard human life in space.

7.9.4.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded each year.

7.9.4.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

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THE DIPLOMA FOR OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN ASTRONAUTICS

7.9.5.1.

History. This Diploma was established in 2016 upon a proposal by the FAI Astronautic
Records Commission.

7.9.5.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded to astronauts working as professionals (i.e. Governmentfunded or perhaps as crew members of companies such as SpaceX) for their outstanding
performance in exceeding the Karman Line. Whatever their role, they would haveundergone a rigorous selection and training process after many years in prior fields of workand so their achievement would be among the high points of their career.

7.9.5.3.

Frequency and Number. Diplomas shall be awarded to astronauts after they finished theirperformance.

7.9.5.4.

Nomination and Approval. Applications for award of the FAI Diploma for Outstanding
Performance in Astronautics may be made at any time by the FAI Astronautic Records
Commission on a uniform application form obtainable from the FAI Secretariat.
Applications shall be subject to the approval of the FAI President or Secretary General.
The Diploma may be presented on any appropriate FAI or national occasion.

7.10.

AWARDS FOR HANG-GLIDING AND PARAGLIDING(Subject to approval by the FAI Hang-Gliding and Paragliding Commission)

7.10.1

THE PEPE LOPES MEDAL

7.10.1.1.

History. This medal was established in February, 1993 in memory of Pedro Paulo "Pepe"
Lopes of Brazil who was the World Hang Gliding Champion in 1981. His energy and good
humour played a big part in developing Brazil as an important centre for international
competitions. He died during a hang gliding competition in Japan in 1991. The provisionof the medals will be arranged by the FAI Hang Gliding and Paragliding Commission.

7.10.1.2.

Eligibility. The medal may be awarded for outstanding contributions to sportsmanship orinternational understanding in the sport of hang gliding and paragliding. The medal will
only be awarded for truly significant acts or services and will not necessarily be awarded
every year.

7.10.1.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Medal shall be awarded each year.

7.10.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.10.2.

THE FAI HANG GLIDING AND PARAGLIDING DIPLOMA

7.10.2.1.

History. This Diploma was established by the FAI in 1979.

7.10.2.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded to an individual who is considered to have made anoutstanding contribution to the development of hang gliding and/or paragliding by his or
her initiative, work or leadership in flight achievement.

7.10.2.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded each year.

7.10.2.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

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AWARDS FOR MICROLIGHT AND PARAMOTOR AVIATION(Subject to approval by the FAI Microlight and Paramotor Commission)

7.11.1.

THE COLIBRI DIPLOMA

7.11.1.1.

History. This Diploma was established by the FAI in 1983, on a proposal by the FAIMicrolight Commission.

7.11.1.2.

Eligibility. It may be awarded each year to an individual who has made an outstanding
contribution to the development of microlight or paramotor aircraft.

7.11.1.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded annually.

7.11.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Proposals may cover any period of time up to when the proposal
is submitted. Procedures for nomination and approval shall be as described in Chapter 9of the Statutes.

7.11.2.

THE ANN WELCH DIPLOMA

7.11.2.1.

History. This Diploma was established by the FAI in 2006, on a proposal by the FAIMicrolight Commission. Ann Welch, for many years FAI Vice President and Editor of the
FAI Bulletin, played leading international roles in the development not only of Microlightand Paramotor aviation, but also of gliding and hang-gliding. She was instrumental increating the FAI Microlight Commission (CIMA) and formulating the Microlight andParamotor sporting code. She worked tirelessly for many years in the cause of Microlightand Paramotor sport flying.

7.11.2.2.

Eligibility. Diplomas may be awarded each year to the pilot or crew of a Microlight or
Paramotor who, in the opinion of CIMA, made the most meritorious flight which resulted ina Microlight or Paramotor World record claim ratified in the year in question.

7.11.2.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma shall be awarded annually for Microlights, andone for Paramotor.

7.11.2.4.

Nomination and Approval. Nominations will be considered by Commission Delegatesbased on a list of eligible candidates from the official FAI World Record database. This list
will be distributed in time before the Commission Annual Meeting.
In other respects, procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes, except
that, notwithstanding the provisions of Statutes 9.1.2.2., the Diploma may be awarded tothe same individual or crew more than once.

7.12.

AWARDS FOR AMATEUR-BUILT AIRCRAFT(Subject to approval by the FAI Amateur-Built and Experimental Aircraft Commission)

7.12.1.

THE PHOENIX DIPLOMA AND GROUP DIPLOMA

7.12.1.1.

History. These Diplomas were established by the FAI in 1978 and 1990 respectively.

7.12.1.2.

Eligibility. They may each be awarded for the best reconstruction or restoration of a vintage(more than 30-year-old) aircraft achieved by an individual amateur.in the case of the
Phoenix Diploma and by a group of any size or description (e.g. museum, sponsoredgroup, society, company) in the case of the Phoenix Group Diploma.

7.12.1.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma and one Group Diploma may be conferredeach year.

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7.12.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes,
subject to the following additional conditions :7.12.1.4.1. Nominations shall be valid only when accompanied by a file containing:-

A description of the aircraft.

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Its history (it is desirable for the aircraft to be of some historical value).

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The name of the person or group responsible for the reconstruction or the restoration;-

The number of original aircraft built;(The above data shall be contained on one page).

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At least one color picture and one black and white picture, minimum size: 18 cm x 24
cm, and the negative ;-A 3 view drawing.

7.12.1.4.2. The FAI Amateur-Built & Experimental Aircraft Commission, in making its selection, shallconsider:-Age of the aircraft. The original prototype must predate the nomination by at least thirty
years.

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Fidelity. The aircraft must be as faithful a copy of the original as possible.

7.12.2.

THE HENRI MIGNET DIPLOMA

7.12.2.1.

History. Henri Mignet was a legendary French amateur aircraft builder, and designer of the
popular ‘Flying Flea’. This Diploma was established by the FAI in 1984 upon a proposal by
the FAI Amateur Built Aircraft Committee. The award commemorates and should remainin the spirit of Henri Mignet’s “ Aviation for all” philosophy.

7.12.2.2.

Eligibility. This diploma may be awarded to an amateur aircraft builder or a group ofbuilders, who have developed an aircraft of any category (including microlights) which has
one or more of the following characteristics:

7.12.2.3.

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Low cost of operation and of building,-

Simple design (use of non-sophisticated design practices and techniques),-

Ease of construction and maintenance,-

Outstanding flying characteristics,-

Special features and innovative concept.

The proposal may involve any of the following:-

use of "non aviation" engines-

alternate fuels-

use of alternate materials (non-aeronautical standards)-

low noise levels

7.12.2.3.1. The aircraft should have received its certificate of airworthiness or equivalent.
7.12.2.4.

Frequency and Number. Only one Diploma may be awarded each year.

7.12.2.5.

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construction methods,-

a history of its development and building,-the names of the designer(s) and the builder(s),-three view drawings and a minimum of three photographs taken from various angles,-

a short report of flight tests.

7.12.3.

THE DAVID FAULKNER BRYANT DIPLOMA

7.12.3.1.

History: David Faulkner Bryant was Chairman and subsequently President of the former
Popular Flying Association which in 2010 became the Light Aircraft Associationencompassing Amateur Built Aircraft, Vintage Aircraft and Sport flying. He was the first
President and President of Honour of the FAI Amateur Built and Experimental Aircraft
Commission (CIACA). The FAI established this Diploma in 2020 upon a proposal by the
FAI Amateur Built and Experimental Aircraft Commission.

7.12.3.2.

Eligibility: This diploma may be awarded to an amateur aircraft builder or a group ofamateur aircraft builders who have built a plan-built or a kit-built aircraft of any category. It
does not apply to new design.
The aircraft shall have received its certificate of airworthiness or equivalent and thebuilder(s) shall have been recognised in the applicant’s country for best craftsmanship in
the year before the award.

7.12.3.3.

Frequency and Number: Only one Diploma may be awarded each year.

7.12.3.4.

Nomination and Approval: Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes,
subject to the following additional conditions:7.12.3.5.1. Proposals shall contain:

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a description of the aircraft – general characteristics including details of materials used,
construction methods, and if kit built, details of the kit parts delivered,-a history of its construction, with detailed photos of the building process and of thebuilder(s) in action,-

the names of the designer(s) and the builder(s),-three view drawings and a minimum of three photographs of the finished aircraft takenfrom various perspectives,-a short report of flight tests.

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7.13.

AWARDS FOR ENVIRONMENT

7.13.1.

THE ANGELO D’ARRIGO DIPLOMA

7.13.1.1.

History: This Diploma was established by the FAI in 2013 following a proposal by the FAI
Environmental Commission.

7.13.1.2.

Eligibility: It may be awarded to individuals or organisations that have contributed
significantly to the defense of and respect for the environment affected by air sports. The
activities may include: scientific researches, private, public or commercial events oractivities, developed or promoted directly by Pilots, sport flying Clubs, NACs or Public or
Private bodies as Small and Medium Enterprises.

7.13.1.3.

Frequency and Number: Only one Diploma may be awarded each year.

7.13.1.4.

Nomination and Approval. Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes.

7.14.

AWARDS FOR EDUCATION

7.14.1

THE NILE GOLD MEDAL

7.14.1.1.

History. This Medal was established in 1972. It is donated annually by the Aero Club of
Egypt to the FAI.

7.14.1.2.

Eligibility. This medal may be awarded to a person, group of persons or organization to
reward distinguished work in the field of aviation and space education, particularly during
the year preceding its award.

7.14.1.3.

Frequency and Number. Only one Nile Gold Medal may be awarded annually.

7.14.1.4.

Nomination and Approval Process. Procedures for nomination and approval shall be as
described in Chapter 9 of the FAI Statutes. Awarding of the medal is subject to approvalby the Education Commission.

7.15.

AWARDS FOR MEDICO-PHYSIOLOGICAL

7.15.1.

DR. PETER SAUNDBY DIPLOMA

7.15.1.1.

History: This Diploma is established by the FAI in 2021, in memory of Dr. Robert Peter
Saundby, glider pilot, President of the Commission Internationale Medico-Physiologique(CIMP) from 2005 to 2010 and then its Honorary President. He was a FAI Companion of
Honour (2012) and holder of the Paul Tissandier Diploma (1996). His dogged persistence,
powers of persuasion, structured and rational arguments and his many contributions to air
sports, in particular to promote rational medical regulations and to reduce bureaucracy,
have led to this token of recognition.

7.15.1.2.

Eligibility : This FAI Diploma may be awarded annually, on the recommendation of the FAI
CIMP sub-committee, to individuals, groups or organisations that have contributed
significantly to flight safety and sport pilot performance in a broad sense. For example, but
not limited to: human factors concepts, training facilities, scientific research, medical
fitness and assessments, limited capabilities at air sport pilots, anti-doping, air sport
rulemaking, work in FAI Commissions and related activities.

7.15.1.3.

Nomination and Approval : Procedures shall be as described in Chapter 9 of the Statutes,
subject to the following additional conditions: Applications shall be subject to the approvalof the FAI President or Secretary General.

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8 FAI BADGES
8.1.

SPORTING BADGES

8.1.1

Sporting badges shall be awarded as set forth in the Sporting Code.

8.2.

COMPANION OF HONOUR BADGES

8.2.1

Companion of Honour badges shall be awarded as set forth in Chapter 9.

8.3.

PAST PRESIDENT'S DISTINCTION

8.3.1

This badge shall be awarded to Past Presidents of FAI in accordance with Statutes 10.12.

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HONOUR
9.1

FAI COMPANIONS OF HONOUR

9.1.1

APPOINTMENT

9.1.1.1.

All FAI Companions of Honour appointed under rules applying prior to 31 December 1994
shall retain their status indefinitely.

9.1.1.2.

The President of FAI may each year propose to the General Conference persons heconsiders suitable for appointment as Companions of Honour. Acceptance by the General
Conference shall constitute appointment.

9.1.1.3.

Appointments shall be for life unless cancelled by the General Conference in accordancewith Section 2.11.1.2.3. of the Statutes.

9.1.1.4.

General Conference may appoint a co-ordinator for the FAI Companion of Honour
programme, taking into account the results of an electronic ballot amongst Companions of
Honour, held once every 3 years under arrangements made by the Secretary General.

9.1.2.

PRIVILEGES

9.1.2.1.

Each FAI Companion of Honour shall receive a numbered diploma and badge to bepresented as follows:

9.1.2.1.1.

– Preferably, and with the consent of the FAI Member concerned, at the earliest possible
Annual General Conference.

9.1.2.1.2.

– Alternatively, at the Headquarters of the FAI Member concerned.

9.1.2.1.3.

– If agreed upon by the FAI President and the FAI Member concerned, at some othersuitable occasion.

9.1.2.2.

An FAI Companion of Honour shall be on the mailing lists of all official publications of FAI
and shall have access to all sporting events.

9.1.2.3.

An FAI Companion of Honour shall be entitled to attend all General Conferences of FAI asan Observer.

9.1.2.4.

An FAI Companion of Honour shall be entitled to receive all discounts and other special
arrangements accorded to any approved Observer at a General Conference.

9.1.2.5.

At Annual General Conferences, Companions of Honour shall be recognised as such, anda special seating area at the opening ceremony reserved for their use.

9.1.3.

FUNCTIONS

9.1.3.1.

Companions of Honour may elect biannually 3 of their number to serve as members of the
FAI Awards Advisory Group.

9.1.3.2.

Elections for the FAI Awards Advisory Group shall be carried out by electronic ballot underarrangements made by the FAI Secretary General. For an election to be declared valid, aminimum of 10 Companions of Honour must return their ballot.

9.1.3.3.

The Awards Advisory Group may examine all nominations for the FAI Gold Air Medal andthe FAI Diploma for Outstanding Airmanship, and for any other FAI Awards, which falloutside the sphere of responsibility of an FAI Commission. It may determine, and advise
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down for the award in By-Laws. However, it shall not make any comparative evaluation of
the respective merits of different nominations for an award.
9.1.3.4.

The Awards Advisory Group may make recommendations to the FAI Executive Board
concerning the creation, abolition or restructuring of FAI awards, provided that these do
not fall within the province of a particular FAI Commission.

9.2

PATRONS OF FAI

9.2.1.

GENERAL

9.2.1.1.

FAI may give recognition to companies and other entities, such as research institutes thatwish to support FAI and the federation’s aims and objectives, as detailed in Statute 1.2.,
by appointing them as “Silver”, “Gold” or “Platinum” Patrons of FAI.

9.2.1.2.

The procedures for application, and the privileges and benefits offered to Patrons of FAI
are set forth below.

9.2.2.

APPLICATION

9.2.2.1.

To obtain the status of Patron of FAI, the applicant company or entity shall forward to the
FAI Secretariat a letter of application appropriately signed by one or more duly authorised
signatories. This application shall be accompanied by:

9.2.2.1.1.

- the company’s latest annual report,

9.2.2.1.2.

- the names and contact details of the primary Contact Person(s) to whom all
correspondence will be addressed,

9.2.2.1.3.

- the address of its headquarters,

9.2.2.1.4.

- a reply to the FAI Patron questionnaire,

9.2.2.1.5.

- the payment for the support fees for the category in which the application is made. If theapplication is not accepted, the payment shall be returned in full. If the application isreferred to a different category than the one requested, and the applicant agrees to this,the balance of dues shall be paid by the applicant or refunded by the FAI as the case maybe.

9.2.2.2.

Acceptance of these applications shall be decided by the FAI Executive Board.

9.2.2.3

FAI may also initiate the designation of a company or entity as a Patron for a defined periodof time, in recognition of services rendered.

9.2.3.

PRIVILEGES

9.2.3.1.

Each Patron of FAI shall enjoy Platinum, Gold, or Silver privileges as defined by theGeneral Conference and published on the FAI website, for a period of time proportional to
the support fees paid. The General Conference shall normally delegate to the Executive
Board the power to modify these privileges in the light of developing circumstances.

9.2.4.

SUPPORT FEES

9.2.4.1.

The support fees payable by each category of Patrons of FAI shall be established by theGeneral Conference.

9.2.4.2.

Only Patrons of FAI that have satisfied all their financial obligations to the FAI will be able
to enjoy the privileges listed in 11.3.

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RESIGNATIONS AND CANCELLATIONS

9.2.5.1.

Submittal by Patron

9.2.5.1.1.

Resignation may be submitted to the FAI Secretariat not later than the last day ofDecember of any year by registered letter signed by the authorised signing officials of theresigning Patron. For those paying annually, the support fees for the current year, if not
paid yet, shall be due. If resignations are received after the first day of January, support
fees for the following year shall be payable.

9.2.5.2.

Cancellation by FAI

9.2.5.2.1.

General Conference may cancel the appointment of a Patron if the Patron has failed tosatisfy its financial obligations to the FAI, or has opposed the ideals, concepts or Statutesof FAI.

9.3

PRESIDENTS OF HONOUR OF FAI

9.3.1.

Any representation of FAI or attendance of an event as FAI President of Honour is basedon a prior approval (including budget aspects) by the FAI President.

9.3.2.

Identification as President of Honour – using their personal email (and postal as applicable)
address e.g. in email signatures or business cards.

9.3.3.

When speaking at events they are at all times representing the FAI President.

9.3.4.

Travel reimbursement policies to be applied.

9.3.5.

Report about events attended to be sent to the FAI President.

10 FAI RECOMMENDED VENUES
10.1.

GENERAL10.1.1.

The FAI may give recognition to deserving venues such as museum collections, special
exhibitions, etc, which educate the public, particularly children and young people, in thehistory and practice of air sport, aeronautics (including commercial and military aviation)
and astronautics.

10.1.2.

The criteria for recommendation of venues, and the procedures for application are set forth
below.

10.2.

CRITERIA

10.2.1.

To be eligible for FAI recommendation, a venue must fulfil the following criteria:

10.2.1.1.

Contain a significant aeronautical / astronautical collection, consisting predominantly oforiginal artifacts (although a small proportion of replica aircraft may also be included).

10.2.1.2.

Organise programs or events designed specifically for children and young people.

10.2.1.3.

Catalogue its collection and arrange its displays in a logical manner, with due regard tohistorical context.

10.2.1.4.

Have ready access to a person trained as a researcher, curator or conservator.

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PROCEDURES

10.3.1.

FAI Members or FAI Commissions may make proposals for FAI recommendation ofvenues on standard application forms available from the FAI Secretariat.

10.3.2.

Applications from FAI Members shall be signed by Presidents or Secretaries General.
Applications from FAI Commissions shall be signed by Commission Presidents, who shallcertify that they have obtained the consent of the FAI Member affected.

10.3.3.

All applications shall include a signed declaration stating that the venue has beeninspected by a suitably qualified person nominated by the FAI Member, and that the criteria
listed in 10.2 above have been satisfied.

10.3.4.

Applications shall be forwarded to the FAI Secretariat, accompanied by an initial fee of 100
CHF for the first year (bank details are available on the application form). A fee of 50 CHF
will then be invoiced each year to secure continued participation in the program and toreceive a certificate for the following year.

10.3.5.

In order to assure the validity and continuity of the program and therefore of therecommendation by FAI, a questionnaire will be sent in December each year to the venue
to confirm that the criteria listed in 10.2 above continue to be met.

10.3.6.

The FAI Executive Board is responsible for approving the applications. The FAI Education
Commission may be consulted and make recommendations to the FAI Executive Board
upon request.

10.3.7.

Following approval, a certificate, valid for one year, will be established and forwarded to
the venue.

10.3.8.

The FAI Executive Board may at any time withdraw FAI recommendation of a venue if
evidence shows that the criteria in 10.2 are no longer met.

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