OPMF43_Inspection Authority

OPMF43_Inspection Authority

WOF INSPECTION AUTHORITY (REV 1.5 16/12/2025)
How this form works
Complete all areas where applicable.

The Applicant will automatically receive a PDF copy of their application.

Each step of the signature process will be actioned automatically, when the required email fields are filled, once the applicant submits the form.

This form is a controlled document, managed by the NZHGPA, under the delegation of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).
Important Notes for the Applicant
1. NEW Applicants must detail relevant experience and/or relevant qualifications supporting their application:

A. Must have completed a minimum of three WOF inspections under the supervision and satisfaction of a current WOF Inspection Authority to assess;

B. The applicant should include all relevant experience, such as:

i. Years active in the sport; or
ii. Instructing; or
iii. Glider manufacturing; or
iv. Relevant engineering degree; or
v. Relevant trade/industry qualification.

2. Expired WOF Inspection Authority:

If your WOF Inspection Authority has expired, you must apply as a NEW applicant (see above);

3. RENEWAL of a WOF Inspection Authority:

A. Must be done prior to their WOF Inspection Authority expiring;

B. Requires the signature of their local CSO;

4. ALL applicants must be supported by their local Club Safety Officer (CSO), unless they are the CSO, in which case they must be supported by another CSO;

5. VALIDITY: WOF Inspection Authorities are granted for a period of three years, unless revoked or surrendered.
Applicant Section

* Please fill required fields
Application Date*

DayMonthYear
Date
Applicant Name / PIN*

First NameLast NamePIN
Applicant Email*
example@example.com

Applicant Details*

Rows	Details
Address
Contact Number

NEW AuthorityRENEWAL of Authority
RENEWALS: WOF Inspection Authority expiring on:*

DayMonthYear
Date
RENEWALS: add any new quals/experience since last application.*
PARAGLIDERS & Associated EquipmentCLASS 1 HANG GLIDERS & Associated EquipmentCLASS 2 HANG GLIDERS & Associated EquipmentCLASS 5 HANG GLIDERS & Associated Equipment
CLASS 5: Hang Glider maintenance and overall experience*
Applicant's years active in the sport:*
YESNO
Applicant's Supporting Experience and/or Qualifications*
Detail relevant EXPERIENCE and/or QUALIFICATIONS (see 'Important Notes for the Applicant' above)
Assessing WOF Inspection Authority Email*
example@example.com
CSO Email*
example@example.com
Applicant Declaration
By signing, I declare the information provided is true and correct.
Applicant Signature*

Clear
Applicant's Signature Date*

DayMonthYear
Date
WOF Sticker Request
YESNO
How many stickers do you require for this season? (all stickers individually cut)*
I have checked my pilot profile address is CORRECT
Comments / Requests
Please enter any other circumstances
Assessing WOF Inspection Authority

Reserved for Assessing Authority
I confirm I have supervised the above applicant complete a minimum of three WOF inspections, all to a level acceptable to the NZHGPA. I subsequently support and sign off this applicant, as signed and dated below.
Assessing WOF Inspection Authority Full Name/PIN

First NameLast NamePIN
Assessing WOF Inspection Authority Signature

Clear
Assessing WOF Inspection Authority Signature Date

DayMonthYear
Date
Notes/Comments
CSO Section

Reserved for CSO approval
1. I confirm, as CSO, that I support the above applicant's WOF Inspection Authority application;

2. I confirm, as CSO, the above applicant has a current NZHGPA membership.

________________________

Note: In the case a CSO does wish to object to an application, then they should not sign this form, and must contact operations@nzhgpa.org.nz with their concerns.
CSO Full Name/PIN

First NameLast NamePIN
CSO Signature

Clear
CSO Signature Date

DayMonthYear
Date
Operations Manager

Reserved for Ops Assessment
GRANTEDDECLINED
OM Notes/Comments
OM Name

First NameLast NamePIN
OM Signature

Clear
OM Signature Date

DayMonthYear
Date
Should be Empty:

OPMF43_Inspection Authority

How this form works

Important Notes for the Applicant

Applicant Section

Applicant Declaration

WOF Sticker Request

Assessing WOF Inspection Authority

CSO Section

Operations Manager