Gericke’s Point site re-opened
We’re excited to announce that the Gericke’s Point site in Sedgefield has been reopened.
Flipping operations are not permitted
Please take note that a DTO conducting flight training may not conduct flipping operations as defined in CAR96.01.1(7) as this is not a training flight and would be a contravention of CAR141.08.1(1) & (2) and CAR 141.08.2(1)a) liable to enforcement action under CAR 185.01.2(g).
SAHPA ATO Suspended
The SAHPA ATO is currently suspended.
Tandem Paragliding accident in Seapoint
SAHPA has just learned of an accident involving a paraglider, and several other paraglider pilots and their passengers being caught in strong wind in Seapoint.
Suspension of TFI Operations
Tandem Flight Instruction for reward has been a contentious topic for many years as the legislation expressly forbids flipping.
Access to Sites
One of the recurring issues that the SAHPA committee must continually address, relates to pilot access to sites.
SACAA position on TFI flipping
Dear members, There have been several developments in the past week which members, particularly TFI instructors, should be aware of: This potentially has a significant impact on the livelihood of TFI pilots, and SAHPA strongly … Read more
SAHPA ATO Suspended
The SACAA PEL department has suspended all training operations in the SAHPA ATO with effect from 3rd October 2022
SAHPA AGM 2022 – Results
Last night at the SAHPA AGM, the outgoing committee were formally replaced by the new volunteer committee.