High Head


Checking the wind - looking north toward Northumberland Strait

Elevation: Launch 1200' aslLZ 200' asl
Direction of Launch: NW
Site Suitable for: HG & PG
Location: Wentworth Valley
Regulating Body: HPAAC

Primary Local Contacts
PG: Michael FullerTel. 902-254-2972 or 254-3788
PG: Brian Wheaton.Tel. 902 254-2583
Flying Season: Assign value: 0,1,2,3 0r 4 (highest)
Spring 2
Summer 4
Fall 3
Type of Site:Hill
Type of Flying: Ridge: Yes
Thermal: Yes,
XC Potential: Excellent: Yes
Description of Launch:
40' wide and 50' deep grass area. Drive up to launch is requires 4WD. Turnoff from Highway xxx.
Description of LZ:
Large open fields with several other usable fields nearby. Some of these fields could be in crop. Best to check with the landowners in the LZ before heading up to launch.
Vehicle / Transportation Requirements:
Any Vehicle: NO, 4WD required.
HPAC Skill Level Requirements:
Student (with instructor), Novice, Intermediate or Advanced
Mild Conditions: Student (with instructor), Novice
Skill Level Verification Requirements:
Student (with instructor), Novice, Intermediate or Advanced
HPAC Rating: Novice
Site Regulation: Informal HPAC Insurance, Local Club Waiver
Other Information:
HPAC Insurance is required and a Liability Waiver must be signed before flying.

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