Russians swept the top three places at the World Aerobatic Championships in Lakeland, Fla., last week. Sergey Rakhmanin edged Svetlana Kapanina, who held first place going into the final round of the four-round competition and was trying to become the first woman to win the title. Alexander Krotov completed the sweep. Robert Armstrong, of Athens, Ga., was the top American, placing fourth in a French-built CAP 231. He was in second place through part of the competition. Pilots fly four rounds, including freestyle, known compulsory and two compulsory rounds where the routines are given to them just before takeoff.
Russians Sweep Aerobatic Championships
Key Takeaways:
- Russians swept the top three positions at the World Aerobatic Championships in Lakeland, Fla.
- Sergey Rakhmanin won the title, with Svetlana Kapanina placing second and narrowly missing out on becoming the first female champion.
- Robert Armstrong was the highest-ranking American, finishing fourth in the four-round competition.
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