Certificates of Insurance published on SAHPA website
We have published Certificates of Insurance on the SAHPA website. There are three policies which address 3rd Party Liability Insurance for Aviation Accidents.
General Notice
SAHPA submission to the Proposed Expansion of Cape Winelands Airport
This is the SAHPA response to the Proposed Expansion of Cape Winelands Airport.
Safety protocol for Leentjies Klip Beach (Map of Africa)
SAHPA has signed an agreement with George Municipality to address the use of beaches below the Map-of-Africa launch site in Wilderness during peak seasons.
Take-off and landing on roads
The SAHPA Office has received a complaint about paraglider pilots launching from (and landing on) public roads. The pilots and club have been notified.
Debunking myths: “The sport is in decline”
A common myth being repeated in various forums is that “the sport is in decline”, with blame being placed at the SAHPA committee. This article aims to debunk that myth.
Helicopter operations at Table Mountain (6-8 October 2023)
SANParks and Friends of Table Mountain will be conducting an alien plant clearing operation on Table Mountain, between Window Gorge and Newlands Ravine to clear pine trees above Newlands forest. This is planned from 6-8 … Read more
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
SACAA General Aviation Accident Reduction Seminar
SACAA General Aviation will be hosting an Accident Reduction Seminar on 7th December 2022.
Gericke’s Point site re-opened
We’re excited to announce that the Gericke’s Point site in Sedgefield has been reopened.