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In recent times, we had many constructive discussions about the implemented checkcode versions, and especially, which one shall be used… the four-digit or the six-digit checkode!? Without doubt, it is important to use this method in order to validate the values (e.g., number of triangles, average speed), which have been transmitted to the competition office. Since the six-digit checkcode may validate more relevant values, the GPS-Triangle commission has agreed, that from now, only the six-digit checkode will be used for all GPS-Triangle events. Therefore, all pilots need to check their equipment for proper calculation of the six-digit checkcode.

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Denmark, 1000 points… This is not about the upcoming Eurovision Song Contest, but the upcoming CONTEST Eurotour GPS triangle competition in Silkeborg (DK) 3-4.June 2017. Registration is OPEN, and have been for some time now. Yes, it is a long drive, but we are talking extra hours, not extra days. Monday is a day off, meaning everybody has an extra day for driving back home. Any thermal activity at all? Good question… Guess nothing compared to down south, but 12 rounds have been flown at 18:00-18:30… In June sundown is at 22:00. Facilities at the airfield? “in the beginning there…

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