For experienced pilots looking to Paraglide in Thailand. Here is some general information on flying in Thailand and some of the paragliding sites used. The best months for flying in Thailand are from October to May.
Thailand Glider Glider Club
The Thailand Glider Glider Club is a voluntary run organisation dedicated to improving Paragliding and Hangliding activities, for locals and visitors, within the Kingdom of Thailand. The club was formed in 1988 by a few pioneering Thai pilots, Namely Suwat Hannarong (The first to fly a paraglider in Thailand) and Narint Lohathong (the second) plus a few other helpers, They went on to discovered all the flying sites now, in Thailand. The Thailand Glider Club now hosts a President, Vice-presdent, secretary and various other officials. By 2005, the club had over 50 flying local/visiting members.
The Thailand Glider Glider Club liaise with the Sport Flying Association Thailand (SFAT) who in turn report to Department of Aviation. In the future, when funds are available, the TGC hopes to join the FAI.- The club is currently working on a qualification scheme for student pilots that will be internationally recognised and there are plans for the first official TGC school, clubhouse and shop.
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Thailand Glider Club Membership
Membership to the Thailand Glider Club is compulsory if you want to fly at some sites in Thailand. It is not necessary to join for all the flying sites BUT it is strongly recommended you do so. 
To fly in Petchaburi and any new sites that Thailand Glider Club are developing you have to be a member.
- With your membership you will get contact telephone numbers of people to contact in case of Emergencies or Landing disputes, access to Thailand Glider Glider Club sites and future sites and a very nice membership card.
- All sites in Thailand are near impossible to access &/or fly without gaining assistance from local pilots.
- All funds raised from the TGC memberships are directed back into paragliding through site development and upkeep.
- When you join the Thailand Glider Glider Club you will be given a choice of 3 month, 1 year or Lifetime membership.
Every member will receive a "Member Kit" consisting of:
- Member Card.
- "TGC" Logo' Sticker.
- Contour Map of Flying Sites.
- One "TGC" Pilot's Logbook.
You will appreciate the Thailand Glider Glider Club's concern for safety and the focus on developing paragliding fundamentals that will help provide you and many more with a more secure future in the sport.
Thailand Paragliding Sites for Experienced Pilots
Thailand Paragliding - Loey Phu Rua
A northerly facing ridge about 3km is easy to drop onto from the north east facing take off. Hills form most of the surrounding terrain. There is a good road here for take offs. Beautiful thermal-soaring along the whole ridge. With sufficient altitude valley crossing possible. You MUST report to the Forestry office half way up the road before you fly. No site fees to pay. This is a good site for the prevailing northerly winter wind. 
- Take Off Height: 800 Meters
- GPS coordinates: 17 ° 30 '46.80''N, 101 ° 20' 42.50''E
- Wind: N - NE - E
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Thailand Paragliding Sites - Sik Hiu Khao Sadao
Khoa Sadao is one of the best cross country flying sites in Thailand. The take off area is situated in the middle of a 5 km 'bowl' shaped south facing ridge. The ideal topography allows pilots plenty of soaring time to get the right thermals from the flatlands in front. There are ample landing areas, facilities of a local golf complex and beautiful scenery make this a great paragliding site. Daily flying charge 100 baht.
- Take Off Height: 200 Meters (550 Masl)
- GPS coordinates: take off : 14°55'11" (14.92)N; 101°35'52" (101.598)E - Elevation: 523m
- Landing : 14°54'51" (14.9142)N; 101°35'38" (101.594)E - Elevation: 317m
- Wind: SE - S - SW
- Season: March/Sept
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Thailand Paragliding - Petchaburi Khao Den
Petchaburi is the most recent site to be opened in Thailand, It is also the nearest flying site to Bangkok. There are ridge/hills to the North and South with flatlands to the East. People fly all weekend and you must join the TGC to fly here. (Membership available on launch) Daily flying charge 100 baht (privately owned hill).
- Take off Height: 304 Meters
- GPS coordinates: take off : 13°2'3" (13.0342)N; 99°47'56" (99.7989)E - Elevation: 290m
- Landing: 13°2'17" (13.0381)N; 99°48'22" (99.8063)E - Elevation: 50m
- Wind: SE - E - NE
- Season: Oct/Nov/Dec
- Weather in this area
Thailand Paragliding Sites - Rayong Lam Chaleon Beach
Rayong offers a very long beach for paramotor beachcombing, great in the early evening. Rayong also offers some good training and winching areas.
- Take off Height: 0 Meters
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- Wind: SW - W - NW
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Thailand Paragliding - Chumphon Khoa Phang
Khao Pang is another classic XC site, a 3 Km ridge with East and West side take off areas, good flatlands flying and ample landing areas.
- Take off Height: 295 Meters
- GPS coordinates: take off : 10°34'59" (10.5833)N; 99°7'59" (99.1333)E - Elevation: 41m
- Wind: All Directions Possible
- Season: Oct/May
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Thailand Paragliding Sites - Phuket Phom matep Cape
Phom Matep Cape offers some spectacular coastal soaring. There are no bottom landing areas, only sea! You must be confident of your top landing before you fly here!
- Take off Height: Approx 100 Meters
- GPS Mountain: 07 ° 46 '11''N, 098 ° 18' 23''O
- Wind: SE - E - NE
- Season: Oct/May
- Weather in this area
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