All Posts by Richard Sebastian

Site Guide – North America – Henson’s Gap is a hang gliding site owned by the Tennessee Tree Toppers1, a club of hang gliding and paragliding pilots and friends working together to preserve free flight in the beautiful Sequatchie Valley of Southeast Tennessee

Site Guide – Africa – Mount Kenya is a majestic hang gliding site in Africa that offers spectacular views of the highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest in Africa. The site has a launch area next to the Lewis Glacier, one of the few remaining glaciers on the mountain, accessible by a challenging hike.

Site Guide – North America – The Pulpit is a scenic hang gliding site in Pennsylvania that offers amazing views of the Appalachian Mountains and the valleys below. The site has a launch area at the edge of a ridge, accessible by a dirt road. The launch is suitable for intermediate to advanced pilots, as it requires a good wind direction and speed to take off and land.

Site Guide – North America – Hyner View is a spectacular hang gliding site in Pennsylvania that offers breathtaking views of the West Branch of the Susquehanna River and the surrounding mountains. The site has a launch area at the edge of a cliff, accessible by a paved road. The launch is suitable for experienced pilots, as it requires a precise take off and landing.

Site Guide – North America – Jack’s Mountain is a scenic hang gliding site in Pennsylvania that offers stunning views of the Juniata River and the surrounding countryside. The site has a launch area at the top of a mountain ridge, suitable for intermediate to advanced pilots.

Site Guide – North America – Wellfleet is the original hang gliding and paragliding site in the Northeast United States. It is a classic seaside soaring site with a stunning view of the Atlantic coastline. It has been flown by glider enthusiasts since the 1920s and is still a popular destination for pilots of all levels.