French Alps. Live seven-day Alpine flying weather, launch directions and site information for Lanches (Col de la Loze, Courchevel).
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Lanches (Col de la Loze, Courchevel) is a mountain site in the French Alps with a recorded launch elevation of 2,300 m. It works best in north-easterly and south-westerly winds, and can also work in south-easterly and westerly winds. Pilots fly it for thermal, using foot launch.
The nearest site we have rated for each wind direction Lanches (Col de la Loze, Courchevel) doesn't cover.
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The best winter and early spring thermalling site in the three valleys ski area. Not used as much outside the ski season as there are better options access and flying wise. In winter, skis help getting to the launch and take off.
Top of Dou de Lanches and Loze chairlifts by the Roc Tania restaurant.
Primarily Le Praz. La Tania (on the red piste near the main carpark) is possible but more technical. Also Bozel but this is below the ski lifts for returning.
Ski lifts in winter (ski season). Otherwise, dirt track on the Meribel side.
Mountain flying so light wind.
Do not fly over the Meribel altiport or directly in line with the runway up or down valley unless high. (i.e. it is not possible to fly directly to Meribel to land)
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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