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§ 02 · Flying Conditions · Field NotesUpdated 2026·03·21
There are a number of potential take-offs though the main one is marked on the map. Other possibilities include a small flat hill out front and the side of the road to the East of launch. The best launch is up top though as there is lots of room to layout and hook in. It is a bit rocky but generally clear of plants and debris. Since it is a bit behind another lower hill the best flight plan is to fly straight out and climb up out front.
Has 2 different launch points. The best wind direction is 20 @ 0 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 , all dependent on current weather conditions.
§ 03 · Wind Window · Best Operating EnvelopeNNE · 020° ±0°
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Nearest weather station to Avenue S. Select any row to see which launches are in wind, then set your MSFS world clock to that UTC time.
Palmdale Rgnl, CA, US
13:43 UTC
12 km from site
Wind
SSW 210°
5 kt
Ceiling
Clear
10+ sm vis
SSW 210° · 5 kt · 13:43 UTC
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Jan 21
Weather at , 12 km from Avenue S. Mountain conditions may differ — this is a clue, not a forecast. Adjust sim time on site until conditions feel right.
§ 07 · Location · Field CoordinatesWGS-84
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