Haeckel Hill – paragliding startovačka
Startovačka Haeckel Hill se nachází v Kanada ve výšce 1235 m n. m. Hlavní orientace startu je JV, J, JZ; vhodný vítr je 0–8 m/s (max. poryv 11 m/s). Obtížnost: pokročilý.
Parametry startu
- Země
- Kanada
- Nadmořská výška
- 1235 m n. m.
- Orientace startu
- JV, J, JZ
- Vhodný vítr
- 0–8 m/s
- Max. poryv
- 11 m/s
- Obtížnost
- pokročilý
Klíčové informace
Podmínky
There are three potential takeoff's 1) Southeast (Intermediate) 2) South (Beginner) - In front of main windmill. Lots of room. - Watch of snaggy bushes. 3) West (Advanced) - a bit of a hike and you need to ensure the wind is stable or you may sink out and won't reach the LZ 4) North (Possible, but not practical) - A tricky, rocky launch that is soar-able in only perfect conditions. Landing Possible to take ATV Trail, but it's also long and technical. Do not fight here without talking to local pilot. The Whitehorse airport must be contacting prior to launch. This site is easy to get to put the access road is rough but accessible with most vehicles if you drive slowly and don't mind potholes. The windmills are enjoyable to watch and also aid in showing the wind direction to help with flying (when they are operational]. If you start sinking out, had directly to LZ. Several pilots have waited too long and ended up with a wing in the trees. Very informative PDF on Haeckel Hill. Http://www.whitehorsewalks.com/_docs/haeckelEng.pdf
Přístup a přistání
On the northern outskirts of Whitehorse, turn left on Fish Lake Road. Turn right at the bird lookout or icy waters fish farm. The road gets rough here. Follow the dirt road to the top parking lot. To create primary launches are a short five minute hike. West launch is about 15 minutes.
Poplatky
This site is in restricted airspace. Pilots must have their HAGAR rating and contact the tower prior to launch. Whitehorse Tower: (867) 667-8426.
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.