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§ 02 · Flying Conditions · Field NotesUpdated 2026·03·21
The launch is about 3600′ agl, reached by a gated but good logging road off the Mount Baker Highway. It is accessible for two-wheel drive vehicles, but 4-wheel drive is recommended as the last part is quite steep. You launch from the logging road, looking to the west with a spectacular view. Mt. Baker looms large over your left shoulder.
Has 1 different launch points. The best wind direction is 310 @ 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 cross country potential , all dependent on current weather conditions.
§ 03 · Wind Window · Best Operating EnvelopeNW · 310° ±0°
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Nearest weather station to Black Mountain. Select any row to see which launches are in wind, then set your MSFS world clock to that UTC time.
Abbotsford Intl, BC, CA
13:43 UTC
26 km from site
Wind
SSW 210°
5 kt
Ceiling
OVC 0 ft
20 sm vis
SSW 210° · 5 kt · 13:43 UTC
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Jan 21
Weather at , 26 km from Black Mountain. 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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