by Rutherford, Hannah | Aug 1, 2023 | Events, News
At the recent Flying New Zealand dinner in Auckland Sat 22 July 2023, the New Zealand Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association (NZHGPA) was presented with not one, but two prestigious FAI World Sport Medals and Diploma awards, by the Fédération Aéronautique...
by Rutherford, Hannah | Feb 16, 2023 | Competitions, Events, News, Paragliding
Kia ora, Due to damage from the recent cyclone, the Hawkes Bay PG comp has unfortunately been cancelled. Kia kaha and stay safe out there.
by Rutherford, Hannah | Dec 17, 2022 | Hang Gliding, News
It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Mike Lissington on 25th November, 2022, aged 57. Loved partner of Debbie. Much loved son of John and Marion (deceased). Brother to Karen and Julienne. Uncle to Baylee, Hannah and Bella. Cherished by Floyd and...
by Rutherford, Hannah | Oct 6, 2022 | Hang Gliding, News, Paragliding
It is that time of year again when we start the renewal process for membership of the 2022-2023 year. This process will kick off from the 17th October 2022 and to continue flying you must renew by 1st November 2022. This year the NZHGPA National Fee is $240 plus your...
by Rutherford, Hannah | Jul 12, 2022 | News, Paragliding, Safety Notices
Gin have recalled all Switch 2 harnesses produced before July 2022, because of a manufacturing problem affecting the airbag. Switch² owners are asked to immediately return the harness to their Gin importer for modification, as detailed in the safety notice on Gin’s...
by Rutherford, Hannah | May 12, 2022 | News, Paragliding, Safety Notices
Sky have issued a safety notice for the Twin tandem paraglider harness: it is possible that the Velcro on the foam protector could damage the reserve or its container. The notice, dated 28 April 2022, says that the harness’s foam protector could move if it has been...
