Airspace restriction in Cape Town until 6th August 2023
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has restricted airspace around the CTICC in Cape Town from 28 July 2023 to 06 August 2023 in support of the Netball World Cup.
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Paraglider pilot rescued from Du Toit’s Kloof Pass
A woman paraglider pilot (age 49) was airlifted from Du Toit’s Kloof Pass in the Cape Winelands District after she had an accident.
Fatal Tandem Paragliding Accident in Sea Point
A 58-year old Irish tandem paragliding passenger died on Monday afternoon (3rd July 2023) on the Sea Point Promenade in Cape Town.
Barberton Paragliding Open 2023
The Barberton Paragliding Open 2023 will be held over seven days between 11 June 2023 and 17 June 2023.
Paraglider pilot flies into tree, saved by mattresses
A paraglider pilot collided with a tree in Hermanus. The accident happened mid-morning in mild conditions.
Fatal paraglider accident near Wolseley
A paragliding pilot died of his injuries on Saturday evening (25th February 2023) on the mountainside near Wolseley in the Western Cape.
Landing at Fransche Hoek Agricultural Estate is forbidden
Dear SAHPA members, This is an important announcement regarding the landing sites in Franschhoek. After ongoing and unresolved complaints about pilot conduct, the directors at the Fransche Hoek Agricultural Estate (FHAE) have revoked access to … Read more
Fatal paraglider accident on Lions Head
SAHPA have learned of a foreign paraglider pilot who had an accident on Lion’s Head on Tuesday 10th January 2023. The pilot has been airlifted to Groote Schuur Hospital for further medical treatment. Update: unfortunately … Read more
In memoriam: Ronnie Beukes
Ronnie Beukes, long-time instructor, SAHPA member and owner of Skywalk Paragliding School, has passed away suddenly due to health-related issues.
SAHPA Audit Report and updated ARO Certificate
SACAA audited SAHPA on the 2nd December 2022. This was a routine renewal audit with no findings or observations.