E : FAI SPORTING LICENSE APPLICATION PROCESS UPDATE

admin — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:09:45 +0000

Effective immediately, all FAI Sporting License applications will be processed exclusively through the SAMS (Sports Aviation Management System) application. Please take note of the following updates to the application process: Application Process for FAI Sporting License:

• Applications must be submitted via the SAMS platform.

• Processing time requires a minimum of 14 working days. Please ensure you apply well in advance of your competition date.

• Once approved, your license will appear on the SAMS page.

Discontinued Practices:

• Applications through the website will no longer be accepted.

• We cannot process applications submitted with fewer than 14 working days before the needed date.

• PDF copies of licenses will no longer be issued.

If you have any inquiry please contact the undersigned. Thank you for your cooperation and attention to these important updates.

“MAJULAH SUKAN UDARA UNTUK MALAYSIA”

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“Malaysia’s Drone Racing Team Embarks on a Thrilling Challenge at the World Drone Racing Championship 2024 in China.”

admin — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 01:28:54 +0000

The World Drone Racing Championship 2024 (WDRC 2024) is set to bring together 111 elite drone pilots from 32 nations in a high-stakes contest that promises thrilling displays of speed, skill, and precision. Among these competitors, Malaysia proudly fields four exceptional pilots, including one who will compete in both the women’s and junior categories, highlighting Malaysia’s strong presence in the international drone racing arena.

Pilots will compete across four primary classifications, showcasing their talents on an international stage. These classifications include the Overall Individual Classification, the Junior Individual Classification, the Women Individual Classification, and the National Team Classification.

The event will feature prestigious FAI gold, silver, and bronze medals for top performers in each classification, with coveted titles awarded to champions. In the Individual Overall Classification, the top three competitors will receive FAI medals and diplomas, with the first-place winner crowned as the FAI World Champion. Junior competitors under 18 years of age who place in the top three of the Individual Junior Classification will be awarded FAI medals and diplomas, with the highest-ranked junior achieving the title of FAI Junior World Champion. Female competitors who secure the top three positions in the Women Individual Classification will be honored with FAI medals and diplomas, with the leading female competitor recognized as the FAI Women World Champion. In addition, the highest-ranking teams in the National Team Classification will receive FAI medals and diplomas, with team managers and all team members celebrated for their performance.

Beyond the prestige of these championship titles, WDRC 2024 will present competitors with the chance to win a share of a substantial $120,000 USD prize pool, adding further excitement to this high-energy event. WDRC 2024 promises to deliver an adrenaline-packed week of drone racing as elite pilots from across the globe compete for world titles. Don’t miss the action and stay tuned for an unforgettable celebration of speed, technology, and talent in the world of drone racing!

The event’s success is supported by sponsors Barracuda Technology, Underground.KL Multigp Chapter, and Scopetel Sdn Bhd. Key partners include SITC UTM, ISN, Drone for Speed, AmanahRaya, Futurise Sdn Bhd, and Aksadron.

From left to right:
1.Zuraidy bin Shamsudin (technical assist)
2. Shakira Azman (MSAF)
3. Norafidah binti Adanan (supporter)
4. Norarisya binti Zuraidy (Pilot)
5. Jaysuman Pusppanathan (Team Manager)
6. ⁠Muhammad Adam b Mohd Khuzairi (technical assist)
7. ⁠Muhammad Aiman b Mohd Khuzairi (Pilot)
8. ⁠Amiruddin b Mohamad Khairi (Pilot)
9. ⁠Wan Ediyuzlan b Wan Hussin (Pilot)
10. ⁠Mohamad Fadzli b Abd Aziz (Dep. President MSAF)
11. ⁠Adil Mansor (Scopetel, Sponsor)

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Malaysia Accuracy Paragliding Team is the New World Champion!

admin — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 01:20:34 +0000

October 22, 2024 – Hubei, China– In an extraordinary achievement for Malaysian Sports, the Malaysia Paragliding Team has made history by winning the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup Super-Final for the first time in Hubei China. The prestigious event, held in China, witnessed the Malaysia Paragliding team being crowned overall champions, marking a significant milestone for the nation in the sport of paragliding.

The team’s remarkable performance was highlighted by Mohd Nafi Sulaiman, who secured an impressive 2nd place in the individual category, further cementing Malaysia’s reputation on the global paragliding stage. This victory represents a monumental step forward for Malaysia’s growing presence in airsports, showcasing the talent, skill, and determination of the national team.

“This win is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and passion of our athletes,” said the President. “We are proud to bring this victory home to Malaysia and hope it inspires the next generation of paragliding enthusiasts.”

The Paragliding Accuracy World Cup Super Final is one of the most highly anticipated events in the paragliding calendar, drawing top competitors from around the world. The Malaysian team’s victory in this prestigious competition marks the country’s first-ever triumph in the World Cup Super Final.

About the Malaysia Paragliding Team

The Malaysia Paragliding Team, based in Kuala Kubu Bharu (KKB), has grown significantly in recent years, achieving success in various international competitions. The team’s dedication to training and excellence has led to their historic win in China, setting a new standard for paragliding in Malaysia and beyond. Thea team represented by Mohd Nafi Sulaiman, Muhammad Aqilluddin Bin Mohd Nafi, Muhammad Akmalluddin Bin Mohd Nafi and Mohd Nazri Sulaiman.

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Jugra International Paragliding Accuracy Championship (JIPAC) 2024

admin — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 04:38:18 +0000

Welcome to the Jugra International Paragliding Accuracy Championship (JIPAC) 2024!

We are thrilled to have you join us from October 10th to 13th, 2024, for this exciting event. Your participation brings together some of the most skilled and passionate paragliders from around the region, making this championship a celebration of talent, precision, and sportsmanship.

We wish all competitors the best of luck and look forward to witnessing incredible feats of paragliding accuracy. Let’s soar to new heights together!

Warm regards,

The JIPAC 2024 Organizing Committee

ABOUT JIPAC-National Ranking Grand Finale

The Jugra International Paragliding Accuracy Championship (JIPAC) 2024 -FAI CAT 2 is an exciting event coming to town, held in conjunction with Hari Sukan Negara on 11th-13th October 2024. Alongside JIPAC, other airsports will also be contested simultaneously at different locations. This championship is crucial as it will determine the overall national ranking for Malaysian pilots, combining results from BiPAC 2023 and TiPAC 2023. As the grand finale of the series, the best results from two competitions will be counted as the final score for each pilot.

The national ranking derived from JIPAC 2024 will be pivotal in selecting pilots for international competitions, including the SEA Games and AFA League, where they will represent Malaysia. The event is organized by SKY SELANGOR and promises to be a significant milestone in the Malaysian airsports calendar.

Registration will be open soon.

Current Malaysian Paragliding Accuracy Ranking (SiPAC is rebranded as JiPAC)

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Shahrul Nizam Achieves Runner-Up in Sports Category at TELOMOYO CUP VIII – IPXC Serie 1

admin — Tue, 06 Aug 2024 03:20:05 +0000

Semarang Indonesia – August 4, 2024 – Shahrul Nizam, a paragliding pilot from Bukit Jugra, has made his mark on the international stage by securing the runner-up position in the sports category at the TELOMOYO CUP VIII – IPXC Serie 1. The competition, held from July 30 to August 4, 2024, in Salatiga, Indonesia, saw participation from 84 pilots representing countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, India, China, and Switzerland.

Nizam’s remarkable achievement highlights his skill and dedication to the sport, significantly contributing to the Malaysian cross-country (XC) paragliding scene. His performance serves as an inspiration for fellow Malaysian pilots and enthusiasts, pushing the boundaries of XC flying in the country.

The TELOMOYO CUP VIII is a prestigious event in the paragliding calendar, attracting top pilots from around the world. Nizam’s success in this highly competitive environment underscores the potential and talent present in Malaysian paragliding.

About Shahrul Nizam

Shahrul Nizam is an accomplished paragliding pilot from Bukit Jugra, Malaysia, known for his passion and commitment to the sport. His recent success at the TELOMOYO CUP VIII – IPXC Serie 1 is a testament to his skill and dedication in Sports Class XC flying. He is also a dedicated high achiever accuracy paragliding pilot.

About TELOMOYO CUP VIII – IPXC Serie 1

The TELOMOYO CUP VIII – IPXC Serie 1 is an international paragliding competition held in Salatiga, Indonesia. The event attracts many pilots around the region, competing in various categories to showcase their flying skills and endurance.

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SAMS Officially Launched by YB Hannah Yeoh

admin — Fri, 19 Jul 2024 07:14:28 +0000

18^th July, Putrajaya, The Malaysian Sports Aviation Federation (MSAF) has officially launched their mobile application SAMS( Sports Aviation Management System). During Selangor Aviation Show 2023, MSAF was given the remarkable opportunity by the State of Selangor, through Invest Selangor, to host the Asian Sports Aviation Summit where the general conference of the Airsports Federation of Asia and SAMS was unveiled there.

(SAMS) application is a collaboration with various strategic partners, Identex Digital Sdn Bhd in developing the software, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) for drone sports research and development, AIM Aerial Technologies providing live tracking and monitoring, Generali Insurance Malaysia Berhad providing insurance coverage, and Futurise Sdn Bhd collaborated with MSAF to develop training manuals,road map & frameworks for drone sports. This initiative is seen as a bold step in digitilazing air sports management and operation in Malaysia.

MSAF President, Nurhaqimy Ismail, announced that this collective collaboration emphasizes the federation’s commitment to innovation and excellence in air sports and recreational aviation. SAMS represents a leap into future digital technology.

He highlighted that this innovative application integrates various functions, including license management, certificates, individual rankings, an SOS system, tracking of ongoing individual activities, live tracking, logbooks, and many more upcoming modules.

“All of these are designed to help individuals involved in air sports adhere to the safety regulations set by the authorities”

“This mobile application consolidates all the needs of the air sports community into an accessible and user-friendly platform, making recreational flying and air sports easier and safer for everyone.

“We are greatly honored that the Minister of Youth and Sports, YB Hannah Yeoh, has graciously agreed to officiate the launch of SAMS,” he said during his speech at the Introduction of the Sports Aviation Management Management System (SAMS) Application event at the Ministry of Youth and Sports in Putrajaya.

Special annoucement also was made by the President to appoint Datuk Mohd Nawawi Awang as Operational and Safety Advisor of MSAF particularly to assist the President
together with the team to set up/improve existing Standard Operating Procedure (SOP), regulations and
documentations under MSAF.
This Appointment also witnessed by Deputy President of MSAF ASP Muhammad Fadzli, Secretary General of KBS, YBHG. TS. Dr. Nagulendran Kangayatkarasu, YB Hannah Yeoh and YB Tuan Ng Sze Han, Exco of Selangor.

“Datuk Nawawi is a member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CIT
UK/CILT Malaysia) and holds an MBA from University of Strathclyde, Scotland.

He began his aviation career by serving in the RMAF for a period of 5 years before joining
Malaysian Airlines. From a professional airline pilot, he rose to become the Director of
Flight Operations Division. He was also a member of MAS Senior Management
Committee. His last management position at MAS was as its CEO of MASwings.

During his tenure as the DFO, he was tasked to ensure the safe and efficient flight
operations throughout MAS global network and the best in-flight services that the cabin
MAS crew could offer. It was then that MAS was accorded the “Best Cabin Staff in the
World” for four consecutive years from 2001 to 2004.

He was also MAS Representative in several aviation industry-level committee, including
the IATA Operations Committee that provides airlines flight operational and safety
recommendations to IATA Board of Governors. He was the Chairman of Malaysian
Aviation Frequency Spectrum by the MCMC and was part of the Malaysian Contingent
to the World Radio Conferences in Istanbul and Geneva in 2000 and 2003.

During MAS Business Turnaround Programme in 2007 he was tasked to spearhead
the airline’s efforts to ‘Win Coalitions,’ one of the five thrusts in MAS BTP.
Upon leaving MAS, he joined a Malaysian Hajj and Umrah Air Charter Company, Eagle
Express Sdn Bhd and later was appointed the CEO of the company.
In keeping to his passion in aviation, he currently provides advisory work to new startup
airlines or aviation and tourism companies, and he is also called back to Malaysia
Airlines Academy to share his vast knowledge and experiences in aircraft operations to
new MAS pilots.”

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Malaysian Paragliding Team Set to Compete in Paragliding Accuracy World Cup- PGAWC Lombok

admin — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 11:02:00 +0000

Lombok , Indonesia – The Malaysia Sports Aviation Federation proud to announce that team Malaysia participating in the prestigious Paragliding Accuracy World Cup. This highly anticipated event will see top paragliders from around the globe converge to showcase their skills and compete for the coveted title.

Event Details:

Event: Paragliding Accuracy World Cup -PGAWC Lombok Indonesia
Participating Countries: 10
Malaysian Athletes: 10

Team Malaysia: The Malaysian team, consisting of 10 elite athletes, is set to compete against the best paragliders from 10 different countries. These athletes have undergone rigorous training and have demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication in the sport. The names of the participating athletes are:

1.sharul nizam

2.Asjanita Aini

3.Mahamod Jantan

4.Muhammad Akmalluddin

5.Muhammad Aqilluddin

6.Muhammad Ammaruddin

7.Mohd Nafi

8.Mohd Faizal

9.Zueesyam Ros

10.Asmawati

About the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup: The Paragliding Accuracy World Cup is one of the most prestigious competitions in the world paragliding community. It attracts top athletes from around the world who compete in various challenging tasks that test their skill, endurance, and precision.

MSAF invites all Malaysians to support and cheer for the national team as they compete in the Paragliding Accuracy World Cup. Updates on the team’s progress and achievements will be shared on the MSAF official website and social media channels.

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DRONE RACING TEAM TO AIMAG AND FAI WORLD DRONE RACING CHAMPIONSHIP

admin — Thu, 11 Jul 2024 08:21:34 +0000

We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to each of them and wish them the
best of luck as they prepare for the competition. We are confident that they will make us proud
and bring home great achievements.
We also want to thank all the coaches, support staff, and everyone who has contributed to
the preparation and selection process. Your efforts are invaluable and deeply appreciated.
We are confident that they will represent our nation with pride and bring honor to Malaysia
through your exemplary performance. Your commitment to excellence is commendable, and we
are excited to see you excel at the AIMAG. (Asian Indoor & Martial Arts Games) on November
2024 and FAI World Drone Racing Championship on October.
We wish the team the best of luck in their preparations and look forward to their success at the
competition.

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MALAYSIAN NATIONAL RANKING 2023-2024 (PARAGLIDING ACCURACY)

admin — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 08:42:07 +0000

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Malaysia Paragliding Team Achieves Remarkable Success at Ulaan Bataar Cup 2024

admin — Tue, 25 Jun 2024 08:21:53 +0000

Malaysia Paragliding Team Achieves Remarkable Success at Ulaan Bataar Cup 2024

Dates: June 21-23, 2024

The Malaysia Paragliding team has glorified the country’s name by achieving remarkable success at the Ulaan Bataar Cup 2024. The team secured 3rd place in the team category and Asmawati Ahmad clinched 3rd place in the female category during the competition.

Representatives:

Haznain Ngamil
Asmawati Ahmad

Both athletes hail from Club Hi-fly Ranau Sabah and represented Malaysia with pride and skill.

Participating Countries:

Mongolia
Malaysia
China
Korea
France
India
Vietnam

This event saw participation from seven countries, showcasing the growing popularity and competitiveness of paragliding. The sport is gaining significant traction among Malaysian pilots, with the industry experiencing rapid growth in the country.

The Malaysian Sports Aviation Federation (MSAF) extends heartfelt congratulations to the athletes for their outstanding achievements and for making the country proud.

MSAF acknowledges the efforts and dedication of Haznain Ngamil and Asmawati Ahmad, whose performances have highlighted Malaysia’s prowess in paragliding on an international stage.

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