About this flying site
Great potential for XC flying - downwind, out and return and triangles. The site will likely be affected by the seabreeze later in the afternoon
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Coire Nan Cisteachan paragliding site and weather forecast
Live seven-day flying weather with launch direction, altitude and local site information for Coire Nan Cisteachan.
Altitude894 m
Launch directionsW, NW
Coordinates56.8982, -4.2024
AreaUnited Kingdom
Site briefing
Planning information for Coire Nan Cisteachan
Take-off
Site also known as Dalwhinnie North Big grassy areas at the top. For the main takeoff follow the track to the top and then cross over to the main takeoff. Alternative takeoff along the track possible if the wind allows
Access and parking
Park at the layby along the A9 and walk towards the gate for the track leading up the hill. Take care crossing over the A9 motorway
Flight rules
The site might be closed during the grouse hunting season - mid August until mid September
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