Wilhelm Düerkop

Wilhelm Düerkop (* June 30, 1928 ), called Salzmann, is a German aerobatic pilot and long -time supporter of sailing aerobatics in Germany.

Later first two Lo 100, the end of the 1980s developed to its initiative Cirrus K - - In particular, it provides the young his aircraft available, trails on numerous sailing aerobatic courses with his PA-18 "D- Eluf " and is active as a coach and referee. With his teammates Hannes Mattes he showed up to his death in 2004 at numerous air shows he has joined the Skydance - Acro Team synchronous motor glider aerobatics with RF 4 and 5 RF meantime.

His nickname " salt man ", by which he is better known as under his real name, he has received as a climber in the salt mine due to his professional activities.

Salzmann - Cup

The central club championships in glider aerobatics " Salzmann - Cup" held annually: At various locations since 2000 find ( FSV Nagold first host ). In addition to winners in the categories "beginner ", " climber " ( Halbakro ) and "Masters" ( Vollakro ) and the club masters of the participating clubs will be chosen ( for a particularly sporting attitude and altruistic behavior distinction) the " salt of the Year ". In the classes " Up " and " masters" of Salzmann - Cup has about the same meaning as national championships and serves the Vollakropiloten among others qualifying for the national team, while competition in the class "entry " a popular sports event.

• Aerobatic pilot
• Glider
• German
• Born in 1928
• Man