SAFA Skysailor Magazine

55 AUTUMN 2026 | March-April-May SKY SAILOR That’s just to name a few. Obviously, we all aim to avoid these events occurring, but what can you do to ensure this? Firstly, if you’re not familiar with the site, get a site briefing before you fly and ensure you have a firm grasp of the local hazards in all weather conditions. Next, if you’re unsure at all about whether conditions are suitable or not – don’t launch! Once in the air, remain clear of all obstacles, taking into account wind drift and potential sink. Maintain a glide path to a safe landing zone at all times. Monitor for changing conditions and ensure you still have a path to the LZ. If you are near a safe LZ and the next one appears to be beyond a safe glide, take the safer option if you can’t climb out. Let’s say, despite observing all of these factors, you are faced with a tree or water. What can you do? Forms and Documents SAFA Documents are now available in the Member Zone of the SAFA website . To access them select then select ‘Documents’ in the left-hand menu. These documents are constantly updated,so download them only when required. DO NOT save them for later use. The office will not accept outdated forms. Documents available to the general public are accessible on the website under: ‘Pilot Tools’  Resources Visiting International Pilots Pilots requiring Visiting Pilot Memberships please go to https://members.safa.asn. au/safa_register_start.php SAFA Office Manager