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1st Women and 3rd in Serial Class

Sunday, 01 September 2024

UP Team Pilot Daria Krasnova succeeded with the MERU 2 (EN/LTF D) at the Piedechinche Copa 2024, taking 1st Women and 3rd in Serial Class.

She texted us: "We've been set six tasks in epic strong conditions, such as I have never seen before in Colombia. At 12 pm we were at 2900m with a +6 climb rate. The conditions at Piedechinche were challenging, yet incredibly rewarding, with perfect thermals that made every flight a joy. The UP MERU 2 performed exceptionally well, providing the perfect balance of stability and agility. It handled the diverse flying conditions with ease, and I felt completely in control throughout the competition. The responsiveness of the glider made it a pleasure to fly, especially during those critical moments when every decision counts. (...)"

1st Women and 3rd in Serial Class

Her next competition will be in Brazil - the Pan American 2024. Well done - we'll keep our fingers crossed for you, Daria!


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