Calima
📍 Valle del Cauca · Nearest city: Calimita (2 km)
18 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 2059 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
3.92472, -76.51700Takeoff 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 | 0.47 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Real takeoff terrain
| SRTM elevation | 2061 m AMSL |
| Average slope | 17.4° |
| Slope aspect | 81° (E) |
| Hemisphere | north — Orientation unfavorable for direct solar thermals |
Derived from SRTM 30m (NASA).
Takeoff description
Area pilots say that the infrastructure is good, bringing all his knowledge and candles for free flight and paramotor. At the edge of a lake is located Calima complex alpine style chalets for guests willing to accommodate horseback riding, sailing and kayaking, plus gliders. The scenery is superb and offers two departures with lake view. The best conditions for flight are in the morning, and locals say there 300 days a year of good time, besides the tropical exoticism, its colors and flavors ...
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