15. IGC awards

The Pirat Gehriger Diploma

This Diploma was created by the FAI in 2000 in memory of Pirat Gehriger, the long time President of the International Gliding Commission. Normally, only one Diploma may be awarded annually for eminent services to international gliding.

The Diploma was awarded to Gillian Bryce-Smith - United Kingdom.

The Lilienthal Medal

Named after the famous early gliding pioneer Otto Lilienthal, this medal was created by the FAI in 1938. It may be awarded to a currently active glider pilot who has:

• Established an international record during the past year; or
• Made a pioneer flight (a flight which has opened new possibilities for gliding and/or gliding techniques); or
• Rendered eminent service to the sport of gliding over a significant period of time.

The Lilienthal medal was awarded to Mr Janusz Centka, Poland.