In the November 2006 issue of Soaring Australia:

HGFA articles

The Ninth Annual Pico Fly-in
This long awaited once a year event was held again at Milbrulong, NSW. Motorised pilots from all disciplines got together to form their own National club, The Pico Club, this year.

Fly Like A Bird – The Dickenson Wing Story
This well-researched article by Graeme Henderson sheds light on the origins of our modern hang glider wings and places credit where it is due: Grafton's own John Dickenson, honoured in this year's Jacaranda Festival.

The Hangarvan
Peter Simcock takes us across Western Australia for the very first trip in his home-built triker's campervan.

Flying With A Sky God
Michael Thorn travels all the way to South Africa to spend time with Dennis Pagen and learn from the ultimate hang gliding textbook author.

Ian, Meg And The Juvenile
Meg Butler writes and draws of her impressions while flying with White-bellied Sea Eagles on the Newcastle Coast.

Conducting a Tree-Self-Rescue Clinic
This second part of the series of two articles deals with the practical application and safe learning of self-rescue methods in a safe environment.

No Mountain Goats Here!
Godfrey Wenness tries something new by crossing the formidable Swiss Alps from south to north. A rare feat indeed.

Easter at Birchip
Hear all about aerial retrieves, hangovers and birthday suits at this year's Birchip comp from Phillip Campbell.

Emergency Response Planning
HGFA General Manager, Chris Fogg, takes us through processes and checklists for dealing with emergency events appropriately and safely.