SAHPA AGM 2023 – Nomination of SAHPA Chairman (Extension of deadline)
Due to the festive season it was decided that the nomination for chairman will be extended until the 22nd of January 2024.
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SAHPA AGM 2023 – Nomination of Chairman
At the SAHPA AGM on 31st October 2023, the voting for SAHPA Chairman were invalidated due to non-disclosure by one of the nominees who is undergoing enforcement action by SACAA.
Kleinkrantz top-launch is closed
The top-launch (top of the sand-dune) at Kleinkrantz is currently CLOSED and may not be used for flying activities.
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.
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.
SAHPA AGM 2023 – Election Results
The SAHPA Annual General Meeting was held on the evening of 31 October 2023.