Yaquina Head – paragliding startovačka
Startovačka Yaquina Head se nachází v Spojené státy ve výšce 103 m n. m. Hlavní orientace startu je S, J, JZ, SZ; vhodný vítr je 0–8 m/s (max. poryv 11 m/s). Obtížnost: pokročilý.
Parametry startu
- Země
- Spojené státy
- Nadmořská výška
- 103 m n. m.
- Orientace startu
- S, J, JZ, SZ
- Vhodný vítr
- 0–8 m/s
- Max. poryv
- 11 m/s
- Obtížnost
- pokročilý
Klíčové informace
Podmínky
A rocky promontory with a lighthouse forms the outer part of the headland. Launches are possible to the north and south along the ridge to the east of the lighthouse, or to the south after a short hike to the top of the headland. Beware of strong shear layers which can produce light winds on the surface with blow-back conditions only a few dozen feet above. If the weather station wind sensors are Can be good, but can be too strong very easily. Hang gliders may have difficulty launching from the summit because of brush/tree growth, which is hopefully to be corrected. Nice coastal soaring if the wind speed is right. May get quite strong on summer afternoons. Coastal winds may change abruptly, and laminar shear layers can produce surprisingly high backwards-flying-velocities. Low clouds and fog may obscure visibility, and a nearby non-towered airport with ILS approach makes operation unwise with ceiling below 1000 feet. Check current NOTAMS before flying, and contact local club for information.
Přístup a přistání
West on Highway 20 from Corvallis (10 miles west of Interstate 5, exit 228) to Newport. North on Highway 101 to Yaquina Head Scenic Area. Pay the daily use fee ($5) or buy a season pass. Park at the turnout by the yellow gate.
Poplatky
Read the directions on the sign by the yellow gate about approved flight areas. Flight out near the lighthouse is not allowed due to nesting seabirds. Flight to the beach is allowed only when departing for landing, no out-and-back to the beach.
Odkazy
Startovačky v okolí
Údaje jsou orientační (zdroje: XContest, paraglidingearth.com, paragliding-mapa.cz). Před letem vždy ověř aktuální podmínky, vzdušný prostor a souhlas správce startovačky. Více na živé mapě.