Why do we have a Code of Ethical Conduct? The NZHGPA believes that everyone involved in our sport is here because of a
shared passion for flying and care for the people involved. To protect our access to sites and airspace, ensure our continued ability to fly, develop safe and enjoyable flying practices within the community, and maintain
harmonious relationships with each other, it
is important that the NZHGPA has a
culture of responsible and trustworthy behaviour. Our actions impact the way people view and deal with us as pilots - how we behave is how our sport is seen. This affects the level of trust our members, potential
members, regulators and communities have in
us,
and the relationships they are prepared to form with us. Our Code of Ethical Conduct is designed to facilitate behaviour and decisions aligned to the Objectives outlined in our Constitution, and to promote high ethical standards, so that we protect our reputation and the reputation of our sport. Policy Core Principles and Behaviours Members engaging in flying activities shall, at a minimum:
How Does It Work? Our policy commits us all to the same standards and promotes transparency. When Something Goes Wrong:
NZHGPA has an expectation that pilots will behave in accordance
with
this Code of
Ethical Conduct and has the authority to respond if complaints are filed regarding breaches of NZHGPA rules and bylaws. Processes are outlined in the Constitution, and will
be conducted in a manner respectful of privacy Authority to deal with many social issues is outside the remit of the executive office. Members are encouraged to use appropriate community services for serious breaches e.g. the use of violence towards another is a police matter Where incidents are not breaches of law or NZHGPA rules, members are encouraged to support each other to adhere to the Code, use local Clubs where more formal discussion and education can be facilitated and where senior members of the club may be able to ameliorate any harm e.g., in relationships with landowners Who is accountable? We’re all expected to act in accordance with the ethical standards in the policy. We could be putting our future flying, sites and safety of our membership or the public at risk if we don’t. . Links
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