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§ 02 · Flying Conditions · Field NotesUpdated 2026·03·21
Makapu'u is a premier ridge soaring site located on the east end of the island. Due to launch conditions and other considerations the launch at Makapu'u is restricted to Hang Gliders only. A minimum Hang IV rating is required as is an AWCL skill signoff. Access to launch is through two locked gates. Visiting pilots must be accompanied by a local pilot.
Has 1 different launch points. The best wind direction is 50 @ 0 knts but many sites can be flown from multiple directions, so check before you fly.
You can expect to find: ridge soaring conditions , all dependent on current weather conditions.
§ 03 · Wind Window · Best Operating EnvelopeNE · 050° ±0°
Chase the Wind
Nearest weather station to Makapuu. Select any row to see which launches are in wind, then set your MSFS world clock to that UTC time.
Kaneohe Bay , HI, US
18:10 UTC
17 km from site
Wind
E 80°
5 kt
Ceiling
OVC 0 ft
10+ sm vis
E 80° · 5 kt · 18:10 UTC
Select a time to check launches
Jan 21
Weather at , 17 km from Makapuu. Mountain conditions may differ — this is a clue, not a forecast. Adjust sim time on site until conditions feel right.