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Penken paragliding site and weather forecast
Austrian Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Penken.
Altitude1,821 m
Launch directionsNE, E
Coordinates47.1781, 11.8223
AreaAustrian Alps
Flying profile
Best Workable Not recorded
Penken is a mountain site in the Austrian Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 1,821 m. It works best in north-easterly and easterly winds, and can also work in south-easterly winds. Pilots fly it for thermal, using foot launch.
- Terrain
- mountain
- Lift
- thermal
- Launch
- foot launch
- Cross-country
- Not recorded
When the wind is wrong for Penken
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Penken doesn't cover.
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Paragliding sites near Penken
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Forecasts are planning aids, not safety clearance. Check current observations, official airspace and NOTAM information, local rules and your own experience before every flight.
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