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§ 02 · Flying Conditions · Field NotesUpdated 2026·03·21
Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa after Kilimanjaro. The highest peaks of the mountain are Batian (5,199 metres or 17,057 feet), Nelion (5,188 m or 17,021 ft) and Point Lenana (4,985 m or 16,355 ft). It is an ancient extinct volcano which during its period of activity (3.1-2.6 million years ago) is thought to have risen to 6,500 m. There are 12 remnant glaciers on the mountain, all receding rapidly.
The base of the mountain lies at some 5,250 feet (1,600 metres)
Has 3 different launch points and at least 1 or more defined places that you can tow from. The best wind direction is 31.7 @ 10 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 EnvelopeNNE · 032° ±0°
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§ 07 · Location · Field CoordinatesWGS-84
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