Managing club: Lanarkshire and Lothian Soaring Club · Access: open
Site briefing
Planning information for Aonach Mor
Take-off
Take the gondola lift or walk up to the gondola top station. From the top of the gondola follow the footpath north to Sgurr Finnisg-aig viewpoint as shown on the map.
If the wind is more easterly head west from the gondola to the west launch.
XC Tips:
Many XC routes possible to Fort William, Glen Nevis, Kinlochleven and beyond. See the Cliff Smith Gary Williamson guide for more details.
Top Landing Notes:
Paragliders can top land anywhere, but beware of soft / uneven ground.
Bottom Landing Notes:
There have been several accidents landing in the car park and this is not recommended due to thermal activity and sudden changes in wind direction. The forest roads just south east of the main car park are a safer option.
Access and parking
Use the ski
Car park
Getting there: On the A82, 6 miles North East of Fort William, Map link here
Nevis Range Car Park
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Local guidance
Hazards and cautions
Ski lift cables, many forested areas, turbulence and thermals from the car park. Tourists at launch.
Forecasts are planning aids, not safety clearance. Check current observations, official airspace and NOTAM information, local rules and your own experience before every flight.