Alan Green has compiled some interesting statistics on participation in FFAI events since 2002, with the period from 2008 illustrated below. Overall, the figures show the travelling fleet holding up well.
The Flying Fifteen
Take a look at FF sailing
Here's a promotional video by the British association. It's in silent movie mode, but it gives a good idea of what sailing this great boat is all about.
What's a Flying Fifteen?
A beginner's introduction to the boat
The Flying Fifteen (or F15) is a two-person sailing dinghy. The F15 is a keelboat, designed for racing. The keel is quite big and heavy, so capsizes are very rare.
4,000 and counting...
July 21 2012 marked an extraordinary milestone for the Flying Fifteen International class, with the launch of the 4,000th boat constructed since the design came off the drawing board of legendary designer Uffa Fox in 1947. Read this report from yachtsandyachting.com.
Uffa Fox and the story of the Flying Fifteen
A brief history
Designed by the legendary Uffa Fox, the 6m (20ft) Flying Fifteen has maintained its reputation as an exciting and competitive two-man racing craft. It provides access to sailing at reasonable prices for men and women from 15 to 75 and beyond.
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