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§ 02 · Flying Conditions · Field NotesUpdated 2026·03·21
Aside from the one shown on the map (primary launch) there are also launches facing West, East and even North. Update I saw two launches one up top which is a small SW facing launch and one about 30-40 meters down which is more South facing and a bit bigger.
It's about a 20 minute walk from the base to the top I would guess.
Has 1 different launch points. The best wind direction is 220 @ 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 EnvelopeSW · 220° ±0°
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Nearest weather station to Winchester Bowl. Select any row to see which launches are in wind, then set your MSFS world clock to that UTC time.
Hemet/Ryan Arpt, CA, US
13:43 UTC
3 km from site
Wind
Calm
0 kt
Ceiling
Clear
10+ sm vis
Calm · 0 kt · 13:43 UTC
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Jan 21
Weather at , 3 km from Winchester Bowl. 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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