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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°
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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
13:43 UTC
17 km from site
Wind
ENE 70°
7 kt
Ceiling
Clear
10+ sm vis
ENE 70° · 7 kt · 13:43 UTC
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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.
§ 07 · Location · Field CoordinatesWGS-84
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