His death has caused us great consternation. Gerhard had been an enthusiastic guest at the Bitterwasser Lodge for many years.
In 2016, he achieved his 1000 diploma in Bitterwasser and was able to proudly plant his palm tree.
For 3 years, Gerhard enriched the Bitterwasser team as a highly valued permanent member. Numerous exciting reports and photo contributions were written by him and informed the international gliding community online about the current events at the Bitterwasser Lodge.
Gerhard was a quiet, fine person with a mischievous sense of humour. His flying expertise was appreciated and recognised by all.
He died in the pursuit of his great passion, gliding. Our deepest sympathy goes to his relatives and loved ones as well as to the relatives of his co-pilot. Gerhard leaves a big gap.
We will miss him.
By Luc Stalman, Team Captain representing the Wilfried Grosskinsky Foundation
The second half of our 1000 km training camp has begun, and with the arrival of Felix Herold and Andreas Weitz, a new chapter unfolds.
By Luc Stalman, Team Captain on behalf of the Wilfried Grosskinsky Foundation
The annual 1000 km training camp in Bitterwasser has once again started exceptionally well.