Event Details

Prize to be won worth over $3500

The principle is simple: collect as many points as possible throughout the day. Each event awards points, and the pilot with the highest overall score wins the surprise gift. It’s up to you to aim true, from takeoff right up to lunch.

HeliChallenge

Main Mission · 25 pts

Solve the riddle:

The Riddle

Instructions: Solve the 5 clues below. The first letter of each answer, read from top to bottom, reveals the mystery word. Say this word out loud to the organizer (or the Marshall) to validate your points!

Clues

1. What a light helicopter rests on instead of wheels.

2. The jet fuel that keeps a turbine helicopter flying.

3. The angle a blade makes with the relative wind; pitch changes it.

4. The round instrument face where you read your airspeed.

5. How fast you’re flying through the air, measured in knots.

Five answers, five initials. Read the hidden word.

Landing Mission – Precision Landing · 20 pts

Place the left skid aligned with the line, in a single touchdown, following the Marshall’s instructions. Precision and composure will make the difference.

Drop Mission — “Splash & Drop” · 35 pts

A buoy is suspended from a rope held by your co-pilot. The challenge takes place in two stages: first the Splash (dip the buoy into the water tank), then the Drop (drop the buoy as close as possible to the ground target).

The Splash — dip the buoy · 10 pts

The Drop — drop precision at the height indicated by the Judge · 25 pts

Mission score = Splash points + Drop points.

If the Splash is not successful (the buoy does not touch the water), Drop points are halved: no water, no glory.

One attempt per crew. Respect the minimum safety altitude and all aviation rules at all times — the Marshall’s decision is final.

Quiz Mission — The Meal Quiz · 20 pts

During the meal, test your knowledge with the HeliStore quiz. Each correct answer earns you points and can boost your final ranking.

The winner

At the end of the day, points from all events are added together. The pilot with the highest total score wins the grand prize. In the event of a tie, the Splash & Drop event will break the tie between finalists.

Total possible: 100 points.

Participant Responsibility

Participation in HeliClub Café 2026, as well as all activities, games, and demonstrations offered, is voluntary and under the full responsibility of each participant.

By attending the event, you acknowledge and accept the following:

Each pilot remains solely responsible for their aircraft, their conduct, compliance with the rules of the air, safety guidelines, and directives from the ground Marshall. The pilot in command is the sole decision-maker regarding the safety of each maneuver and may decline any challenge or activity they deem inappropriate.

Each participant, pilot, passenger, or visitor agrees to comply at all times with the safety instructions provided on site, particularly around aircraft, landing areas, and the activity zone.

HeliStore, Golf d’Hemmingford, the organizers, sponsors, and partners cannot be held liable for any damage, injury, loss, or incident of any kind whatsoever occurring before, during, or after the event.

Each participant declares that they are in good condition to take part in the activities and acknowledges participating at their own risk.

By registering for and participating in HeliClub Café 2026, you accept all of these terms and conditions.

To prepare for your flight safely, click on the videos below to visualize the approach path, visual landmarks, and site layout.

Plan your route with ForeFlight

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Safety Guidelines & Radio Communication

Safety is our highest priority. Please strictly follow these guidelines for managing ground and air traffic:

• Communication between pilots: Maintain constant radio monitoring and announce your intentions on frequency 123.45 MHz to ensure seamless coordination with other crews.

• Occupied activity zone: If a helicopter is currently performing a Heli-Challenge event upon your arrival, do not land directly.

• Holding point: Join the designated holding point and wait for instructions from the ground Marshall before approaching or landing.