Kunlun Mountains

About

The Kunlun Mountains constitute one of the longest mountain chains in Asia, extending for more than 3,000 kilometres (1,900 mi). In the broadest sense, the chain forms the northern edge of the Tibetan Plateau south of the Tarim Basin. The exact definition of Kunlun Mountains varies over time. Older sources used Kunlun to mean the mountain belt that runs across the center of China,

Launch Points (1)

Kunlun Mountains Launch

Foot Launch

Alt: 6,718 m / 22,042 ftHdg: 173° SSurface: SHORT GRASS

A generic hang glider launch

Landing Zones (1)

Flying Conditions

Has 1 different launch points. The best wind direction is 173.1 @ 10 knts but many sites can be flown from multiple directions, so check before you fly. You can expect to find: thermal conditions high altitude conditions cross country potential , all dependent on current weather conditions.

Terrain & Access

The areas around launch(s) may be : You will find the terrain to include : Above tree line conditions Desert conditions High altitude desert conditions