Avon Sites Rules
WE HAVE NO PERMISSION FOR PARAMOTORS OR POWERED HANG GLIDERS ON OUR SITES!
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BHPA membership is mandatory for all pilots using Avon sites. Membership cards should be carried at all times whilst on a site.
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Any flying accident must be reported to the safety officer as soon as possible. All accidents should also be reported to the BHPA within 48hrs.
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Any damage to crops, property or animals must be reported to the relevant site officer immediately, so that the landowner can be informed.
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Each pilot is responsible for ensuring that their glider is in airworthy condition. Pilots will not be allowed to fly unairworthy gliders on Avon sites.
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Cars or other motor vehicles must not be driven across farmers' land unless prior permission has been obtained.
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Do not bring dogs onto club sites that are privately owned.
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Follow the country code: do not leave litter, do not climb over fences or walls and always shut gates behind you.
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All pilots must wear a helmet.
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Park your car with consideration to other road users and land owners.
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Drive considerately - we are easily identifiable.
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Be courteous to any spectators and answer their questions politely.
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When XC flying try not to land in fields containing livestock and never land in fields containing horses.