British Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association

Safety Documents & Forms

All available BHPA safety related documents and forms are listed below, together with links to other relevant websites.

BHPA Website Pages

• BHPA Courses
• CANP (Civil Aircraft Notification Procedure)
• Coach Revalidation
• Flying Abroad
• Incident Analysis Reports
• Incidents (Formal Investigations)
• Incidents (Informal Investigations)
• Incident Report Form (online)
• Instructor & Coach Newsletters
• Instructor & Coach Resources (login required)
• Licensed Parachute Packers
• Manufacturer's & Importer's Safety Notices
• Mock Pilot Exam
• Notices to Aviation (NOTAMs)
• Pilot Development (Foundation Syllabus)
• Pilot Rating Scheme
• Safety Advisories
• Safety Notices
• Skywings Safety Matters Articles
• Visiting Overseas Pilots

BHPA PDF Documents

• Aerotow tug to glider speed matching
• BHPA/BMFA Operating Code - co-existing with model aircraft
• BHPA Certification Factsheet
• BHPA Insurance Cover for Microlights
• BHPA Versioned Training Documents List
• Dealing with incidents & accidents
• Electronic Conspicuity in Class G Airspace
• Emergency Parachute Advice
• EN paraglider classes
• Hang Glider Airworthiness Certification
• Who to call in an emergency in the UK

Other Website Pages

• Report an Airprox (UK)
• CAA Skyway Code (Replaces CAP 85)
• CIVL - Safety
• CIVL - Safety Network
• CIVL - HG Safety Notices
• CIVL - HG Sprog Settings
• CIVL - PG Safety Notices
• DHV - Safety Journal
• DHV - Safety Notes
• HGFA - Defect Reports
• HPAC - Safety Advisories
• NZHGPA - Fly like a bird, think like a pilot
• NZHGPA - Safety Notices
• USHPA - Safety Advisories

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If you still can't find what you're looking for, please contact the BHPA office.

Last updated: 24 February 2025