Pilot from Tomsk claimed silver medal at the Russian Cup competition
In the Republic of Bashkortostan, the Russian Superlight Aviation Cup, a prestigious paragliding tournament, recently concluded. The event attracted top paragliders from 13 regions across Russia, including Tomsk region.
One of the participants from Tomsk region was Alexander Lust, a pilot-instructor at the "Podnebesye" club located at TUSUR in the Tomsk region. Lust, who hails from Tomsk, showcased his skills and determination throughout the competition.
The week-long competition saw participants navigating distances over 50 kilometers, utilising ascending air currents to reach heights up to 2,200 meters. In the cross-country discipline, Lust secured a silver medal, demonstrating his exceptional flying abilities.
Despite Lust's impressive performance, the Tomsk region team was outranked by the athletes from Bashkortostan, Novosibirsk region, and St. Petersburg in the team standings. The Tomsk region team finished fourth overall in the Russian Superlight Aviation Cup.
The "Podnebesye" club, where Lust is based, has a rich history of producing talented paragliders. The club's location at TUSUR in the Tomsk region provides an ideal setting for paragliding, with its unique air currents and scenic landscapes.
The Russian Superlight Aviation Cup is a testament to the growing popularity and competitiveness of paragliding in Russia. As the sport continues to gain momentum, we can expect to see more exciting events and remarkable performances from talented pilots like Alexander Lust.
Alexander Lust, passionate about hockey besides paragliding, often discusses strategies with his teammates during their free time at the "Podnebesye" club. After returning from the Russian Superlight Aviation Cup, he expressed his desire to introduce hockey programs for the club members, aiming to foster a broader sports community at TUSUR in the Tomsk region.
