Elevation:
Launch: 1200' asl.LZ 100' asl PG, 55' asl HG
Direction of Launch: W
Site Suitable for: HG & PG
Location: Grand E'tange Near Cheticamp
Regulating Body: HPAAC |
Primary Local Contacts
PG: Michael FullerTel. 902-254-2972 or 254-3788
PG: Brian Wheaton.Tel. 902 254-2583 |
Flying Season: Assign
value 0,1,2,3 0r 4 (highest)
Spring 3
Summer 3
Fall 2
Winter 1 |
Type of Site: Hill:
Yes
Type of Flying: Ridge: Yes
Thermal: Yes
XC Potential: Good |
Description of Launch:
XC potential looks good , this is however a new site as of
the fall 1996. Transportation is available by contacting the
site owner who made a special trailer for HG. Launch is 45'
wide and 60' deep flat and smooth. |
Description of LZ:
Both HG & PG LZs are large grass fields. |
Vehicle / Transportation
Requirements:
Rugged 2-WD / 4-WD |
HPAC Skill Level Requirements:
Student (with instructor), Novice, Intermediate or Advanced
Mild Conditions: Student (with instructor), Novice |
Skill Level Verification
Requirements:
HPAC Rating: Novice |
| Site Regulation:
Informal HPAC Insurance, Local Club Waiver |
Other Information:
As of 02/02 this site has not been flown enough to make any recommendations
or issue any warnings. Also the west coast of Cape Breton Island
experiences very strong conditions which are not always forecast
and which can arise quickly. |
