The Association

HGPAWA is Western Australia’s association of Pilots and Members, representing:

Hang Gliding and Paragliding (unpowered and powered), and Weight-shift Microlights (Trikes)

HGPAWA seeks to:

  • Promote the sports of Hang Gliding, Paragliding and Weight-Shift Micro-lighting in Western Australia.
  • Promote safe and competent flying by fostering a coaching culture.
  • Assist, facilitate and represent local Members with site management support
  • Function as a central contact point for enquiries.
  • Cooperate with Civil Bodies in the facilitation of the three sports.
  • Work with the other State and National Hang / Para / Trike associations.
  • Take such steps as may be necessary to represent the views and requirements of Members in matters affecting the sports.
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Learn to Fly

Hang Gliding

Hang Gliding

Located near Perth, David Drabble:
http://www.hangglidingwa.com.au/

Weight-Shift Microlight

Weight-Shift Microlight

Located at Ningaloo, Gavin Penfold:
https://www.birdseyeview.net.au/

Paragliding

Paragliding

Currently there is no paragliding school in WA.
Find an Instructor elsewhere in Australia with SAFA, our National body, here:
https://www.safa.asn.au/training/flight-schools