Events

Celebrating 50 Years of FlyStanwell! Join us in celebrating half a century of flight, community, and history above the iconic cliffs of Stanwell Park! FlyStanwell Incorporated warmly invites visiting pilots, past members, local community supporters, and families to mark our 50th Anniversary Celebration. Whether you’ve flown Bald Hill for decades or simply love watching the gliders soar, come enjoy a memorable evening of celebration, history, guest speakers, great food, and camaraderie as we toast to 50 years of soaring and look ahead to the next 50. Event Highlights Commemorative History & Guest Speakers: Reflect on 50 years of free flight at Bald Hill with vintage footage, stories from club founders, and special presentations. Food & Entertainment: Enjoy catered food, stories from the pioneers of the sport and a historical display of wings from history. Socialising: Reconnect with old friends, meet current pilots, and celebrate our vibrant flying community. Event Details Date: Saturday, 17 October 2026 Time: 12:00 onwards Location: Stanwell Park Beach Reserve then moving to Tradies Helensburgh for the Fly From Everest Movie Event from 19:00. Dress Code: Smart Casual    

FlyStanwell Reserve Repack Day @ Moyes Factory Is your "Plan B" ready for action? Don’t let your reserve become a forgotten relic in the back of your harness. Join us at the legendary Moyes Factory in Kurnell for a hands-on, expert-led repacking session. This isn’t just a service where you drop off your gear, this is an empowerment session. Under the expert guidance of Forrest Park, you will learn the mechanics, the layout, and the "Zen" of a perfect pack job. Why Attend? Hands-On Mastery: You won't just watch; you’ll be the one flaking the fabric and seating the lines. Expert Oversight: Forrest Park brings years of technical experience to ensure your pack is clean, symmetrical, and ready to fire. Factory Access: There is no better place to talk gear than the floor of the Moyes Factory the heart of Australian hang gliding and paragliding history. Self-Reliance: Gain the confidence and technical knowledge to maintain your own equipment throughout the season. Event Details Location: Moyes Factory Kurnell Mentor: Forrest Park What to Bring: Your Harness, reserve, and any specific packing loops/bungees for your system and if you have your own reserve packing plate bring it along. What is supplied: Generic Bungees, reserve packing plates and expert guidance. What You’ll Learn Inspection: Checking for dampness, debris, and line tangles after a season of flying. The "S" Fold & Pack: Master the geometry of a clean, fast-opening canopy tailored for your specific deployment bag. Locking Stows: Getting the tension just right so the lines release smoothly without a "bird's nest." Harness Integration: Ensuring your bridle is routed correctly and your handle is seated for a clean, snag-free throw. The Professional Edge: A reserve is a life-saving device. Regular repacks (typically every 6 months) are essential to prevent the fabric from "setting" or sticking, ensuring it inflates the moment it hits the airflow. Spaces are limited to 20 ensure everyone gets enough floor space and individual instruction. Don't wait until you're in an emergency to wonder if your reserve is ready, come down to Kurnell and get it sorted with the pros. Note: Only one ticket per member is permitted.

FlyStanwell Reserve Repack Day @ Moyes Factory Is your "Plan B" ready for action? Don’t let your reserve become a forgotten relic in the back of your harness. Join us at the legendary Moyes Factory in Kurnell for a hands-on, expert-led repacking session. This isn’t just a service where you drop off your gear, this is an empowerment session. Under the expert guidance of Forrest Park, you will learn the mechanics, the layout, and the "Zen" of a perfect pack job. Why Attend? Hands-On Mastery: You won't just watch; you’ll be the one flaking the fabric and seating the lines. Expert Oversight: Forrest Park brings years of technical experience to ensure your pack is clean, symmetrical, and ready to fire. Factory Access: There is no better place to talk gear than the floor of the Moyes Factory the heart of Australian hang gliding and paragliding history. Self-Reliance: Gain the confidence and technical knowledge to maintain your own equipment throughout the season. Event Details Location: Moyes Factory Kurnell Mentor: Forrest Park What to Bring: Your Harness, reserve, and any specific packing loops/bungees for your system and if you have your own reserve packing plate bring it along. What is supplied: Generic Bungees, reserve packing plates and expert guidance. What You’ll Learn Inspection: Checking for dampness, debris, and line tangles after a season of flying. The "S" Fold & Pack: Master the geometry of a clean, fast-opening canopy tailored for your specific deployment bag. Locking Stows: Getting the tension just right so the lines release smoothly without a "bird's nest." Harness Integration: Ensuring your bridle is routed correctly and your handle is seated for a clean, snag-free throw. The Professional Edge: A reserve is a life-saving device. Regular repacks (typically every 6 months) are essential to prevent the fabric from "setting" or sticking, ensuring it inflates the moment it hits the airflow. Spaces are limited to 20 ensure everyone gets enough floor space and individual instruction. Don't wait until you're in an emergency to wonder if your reserve is ready, come down to Kurnell and get it sorted with the pros. Note: Only one ticket per member is permitted.

SATURDAY 3rd May   JOIN US FOR A FULL DAY OF FAMILY FLYING FUN  Your family is invited to experience the joy of flight with a FREE tandem* with one of our club’s sports tandem pilots. We have 10 volunteer tandem pilots for the day. Thank you to our tandem pilot volunteers!!!! *Free tandem offer is only for family members of FINANCIAL members of FlyStanwell!  To register your family member for a FREE flight, purchase a $5 "hold my place" ticket below. Spot Landing Comp! Entry "fee" for the Spot Landing is you MUST be DRESSED UP! There are PRIZES for spotlanding & best dressed. Afternoon BBQ provided by the Club for club members and their families.  So we can cater for everyone, please let us know if you are coming and how many guests you are bringing by ordering the free ticket also. Kids Tent: face painting, stickers, games, bubbles FlyStanwell Merchandise: hats available for purchase Schedule for the day:  *Of course the scheudle may be adjusted depending upon conditions on the day = announcements will be made via WhatsApp.  9am - tandem flights are open all day (or as the wind allows) & kids tent 3pm to 6pm - Spotlanding comp (entry fee is to be DRESSED UP!) From 3pm - BBQ in the LZ  At the BBQ, after 6pm - Fancy Dress Prizes Awarded 6pm - sunset music & chill   WHAT TO BRING? Your wing and your family Fancy dress Camp chair / picnic blanket Esky, stubby holder, snacks