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Recipient Name
NZ Hang Gliding Assn.
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As a result of this accident they re-emphasise the consequences of flying alone and of ignoring the grading system applied to launch sites and pilot's ability.
Reply Text
All accidents/incident reports are taken seriously by the New Zealand Hang Gilding and Paragliding Association NZHGPA . They are first viewed by NZHGPA Safety Auditor and then passed on to interested parties for conclusions and recommendations. Finally, each report is summarised and published in the NZHGPA magazine 'Airborne' for the benefit of Association members.
Our Organisation and Procedures Manual, which refers to the daily operating procedures to be complied with by NZHGPA members includes rules which refer to flying alone and the need to be appropriately rated for each site and the supervision requirements.
Due to the most unfortunate circumstances and seriousness of this accident the Association intend to publish in the NZHGPA magazine 'Airborne' the recommendation 007/94 as well as a reminder to members of their responsibilities regarding the daily operation procedures. This information will also go to instructing schools to emphasise these responsibilities to student pilots.
Our Organisation and Procedures Manual, which refers to the daily operating procedures to be complied with by NZHGPA members includes rules which refer to flying alone and the need to be appropriately rated for each site and the supervision requirements.
Due to the most unfortunate circumstances and seriousness of this accident the Association intend to publish in the NZHGPA magazine 'Airborne' the recommendation 007/94 as well as a reminder to members of their responsibilities regarding the daily operation procedures. This information will also go to instructing schools to emphasise these responsibilities to student pilots.
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