White Horse
📍 England , Dorset · Nearest city: Overcombe (3 km)
10 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 143 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
50.65930, -2.40440Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.35 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
The launch area is very pilot friendly. There is plenty of space to lay out wings, virtually no obstructions, and a nice gentle slope that steepens rapidly.
Pilot comments
Despite the potential for XC it has only been recently that flights of any distance have been recorded. The hill slopes off behind the White Horse toward Broadmayne. Thermals do not tend to trigger well behind the site for several km, hence many XC flights turn out to be a one thermal wonder. However if you can connect with a second thermal your chances of a good distance are high and with some thought to airspace and danger areas some impressive distances could be achieved. Flying Generally A cross between a coastal and an inland site. The sea is about 1 mile in front, but there is still good thermal activity. In the afternoon and early evening during the summer the whole valley sometimes 'lifts' producing massive thermals. The large, uncomplicated top landing fields and long soarable ridge makes this one of the club's best sites for low airtime pilots in moderate winds. Paragliders especially: in light winds, low airtime paraglider pilots should keep in mind the more technical side landing.
Nearby sites
Ringstead (6) · Friar Waddon (8) · Portland East (3) · Portland West (4) · Cowdown (5) · Bulbarrow (6)