The race will be demanding for both aircraft and pilots, having to cross busy shipping lanes, dodge large and small vessels, brave the weather conditions and sustain sufficient power for the 2 hour- odd journey to be able to land safely on the shores of France. For these reasons, safety measures will be in place, contestants will be scrutinised and will have to meet the high standards required in the rules and regulations.
The prize is £50,000 for 1st place and £10,000 for 2nd place, whether male or female. An additional £5,000 is offered for the fastest female pilot to complete the course.
The prize money has been generously given by Anne Marsden to celebrate and remember David Williams and Derek Piggott and all the fun they had designing and making the first human powered flight in November 1961.
Due to Covid-19 the race is now being held between the 1st of June 2023 till the 31st of August 2024.
