Alp Staetz-2130 is a paragliding launch in the Swiss Alps. Its recorded elevation is 2,130 m and its mapped launch aspects are E, S. Compare the live forecast at launch with winds aloft, gusts, cloud base, rain and daylight before checking current local access and airspace information.
Access and parking
From 'Churwalden' by chairlift to 'Alp Stätz' or walk up from 'Parpan' or 'Churwalden'.
Local weather notes
Föhn!!!
Weather info:
- Wind etc: http://www.meteoschweiz.admin.ch/home/wetter/messwerte/messwerte-an-stationen.html
>> zoom in for winds in Valbella etc
- Föhndiagramm: http://www.meteocentrale.ch/de/wetter/foehn-und-bise/foehn.html
- http://www.schaenissoaring.ch
Flight rules
Airspaces in Switzerland are a tough subject, get all the info you can get before flying.
More info on http://www.flyland.ch.
DABS (active danger areas etc): http://www.skyguide.ch/de/nc/services/aim-services/dabs/
Forecasts are planning aids, not safety clearance. Check current observations, official airspace and NOTAM information, local rules and your own experience before every flight.