The most complex of the Peninsula sites, Table Mountain, is made difficult by tricky cliff launches and swirling unpredictable wind. While this site has a Sport-rating, it introduces a number of additional risks to challenge even the most experienced pilot.
Description
Table Mountain is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is home to many critically-endangered species of plants and trees and is thus considered to be the most sensitive paragliding site in South Africa. Please do not trample on or destroy plants. The area is well-patrolled by humorless park rangers, and you will be asked to present your pilot license and SANParks Activity Permit. Please comply with their request without being argumentative. If you become confrontational, you may find yourself arrested, with gear confiscated.
The Glen Paragliding Club has a working relationship with SANParks to monitor site usage, ecological deterioration, safety, and compliance. Any pilot concerns should be directed to the Site Liaison Officer at the Glen Paragliding Club.
Requirements
– Sport Licence (IPPI 5) with a minimum of 200 flights + comprehensive briefing by local instructor
– SANParks Activity Permit
– All foreign pilots wishing to fly Table Mountain must be in possession of a SAHPA Foreign Membership, and MUST contact the Glen Paragliding Club for expert guidance.
– Excellent ground-handling skills and good judgment are critical.
Note: flying without a valid licence is a Schedule 5 Criminal Offence in terms of the Criminal Procedures Act.
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Landowner: SANParks
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