Preliminary Accident Report on Nigel Frith
On 25th February 2023, instructor Nigel Frith was involved in an accident on the mountainside near Wolseley in the Western Cape. He later died of his injuries.
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.
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.
SAHPA Audit Report and updated ARO Certificate
SACAA audited SAHPA on the 8th December 2023. This was a routine renewal audit with no findings or observations.
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.
Grasslands Flying Club Fly-in on 2nd December 2023
Grasslands Flying Club Fly-in on 2nd December 2023
The Glen Paragliding Club Christmas and New Year Party on 6th Dec 2023
The Glen Paragliding Club Christmas and New Year Party on 6th Dec 2023