Forbes Flatlands Hang Gliding Championships 2027
Welcome to the Forbes Flatlands Hang Gliding Championships 2026 where the skies become a stage for camaraderie, competition, and adventure! This event is more than just a hang gliding competition - it's a celebration of our shared passion for flight and a platform for pilots of all levels to soar to new heights.
Our goal is twofold: to create a welcoming environment where new and aspiring pilots can experience the thrill of competitive flying while being mentored by seasoned pros, and to offer a world-class challenge to our most experienced pilots. Whether you're stepping into the sport class for the first time or you’re an open class veteran seeking a test of skill and endurance, this competition is designed with you in mind.
We’re excited to see the dynamic interactions and mutual support that define our community, and we look forward to witnessing the incredible flights and personal bests that will unfold. Let’s embrace the spirit of friendly competition and support one another as we chase the skies together.
Fly safe, and may the best pilot win!
When:
Practice Day: Monday 28th December 2026
1st Competition Day: Tuesday 29th December 2026
Last Competition Day: Tuesday 5th January 2027
Forbes Team Competition 2026
One of the world's great flatland flying sites. Spring conditions. Experienced mentors. Real competition experience in a relaxed, team-based format.
The Forbes Team Competition is designed to build skills, foster camaraderie, and give every pilot — from supervised to advanced — a genuine taste of competitive hang gliding.
The Format
Teams of 3-6 are balanced across experience levels, each led by a seasoned team leader. Every morning: a briefing, a task, a shared launch, and a flight to goal — scored by glider category with a handicap system.
You'll work your instruments, read the weather, fly a course, chase goal, and download your flight. Whether it's your first comp or your fiftieth, you'll leave a better pilot.
When:
Thursday 8 October - Registration & Welcome Party
Friday - Sunday 9 - 11 October - Competition Days
Sunday Evening 11 October - Presentation & Prizes
Forbes Flatlands Hang Gliding Competition
Proudly hosted by Moyes Delta Gliders and the The Sydney Hang Gliding Club with generous support from the Forbes Shire Council and the NSW Hang Gliding and Paragliding Association.
