Oceania · Queensland, AUS
Hinchcliffe
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About
Hinchcliffe's Launch is on the ridge running parallel to Beechmont further inland (west) from the coast. Known as Hinchies, it is often flown when the wind strength is too strong to fly from Beechmont. As it is a few Kms inland from the coast, it is a good site to go XC! Private road access is through a locked gate (conditions apply to obtain the key).
Launch Points (4)
Flattop Launch
This launch faces south and is slightly higher than Hart’s. It has a smaller grassy area with a steeper slope and some trees on the edge. It can accommodate one or two gliders at a time.
Harts Launch
This launch faces southeast and is the most commonly used. It has a large grassy area with a gentle slope and a clear view of the valley. It can accommodate several gliders at a time.
Hinchcliffe's TAKEOFF
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Hinchies
This launch faces east and is the highest of the three. It has a very small grassy area with a very steep slope and some rocks on the edge. It can accommodate only one glider at a time and requires good launching skills.
Landing Zones (3)
Emergency top landing LZ
This is only to be used in case of emergency or strong wind conditions that prevent landing at the bombout. It is a flat area behind launch with some trees and rocks. It is not visible from launch and requires careful approach and landing skills.
Hinchcliffe's LZ
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Official Bombout LZ
his is the only approved landing field for Hinchcliff. It is a V-shaped paddock directly east of launch and bounded by the road and the creek. It has a large grassy area with some power lines on the north side and some trees on the south side. It is visible from launch and easy to reach in most conditions.
Flying Conditions
Has 4 different launch points. The best wind direction is 170 @ 10 knts but many sites can be flown from multiple directions, so check before you fly. You can expect to find: thermal conditions ridge soaring conditions cross country potential , all dependent on current weather conditions.
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Location
- Latitude
- -28.071250
- Longitude
- 153.145540
- Altitude
- 1,730 m / 5,676 ft
- Time Zone
- E. Australia Standard Time
Conditions
- Min Hang Rating
- H1
- Best Wind Dir
- S (170°)
- Best Wind Speed
- 10–20 kt
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