East Beach
📍 Texas , Galveston County · Nearest city: Galveston (6 km)
17 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 1 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
29.32950, -94.73890Takeoff 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 | 0.57 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
This area is only suitable for flying during the months of November through February. Outside of this timeframe, the city of Galveston charges a fee to access the beach as it is very crowded. In the past, all ultralights were banned from this area due to problems, however we have now restored access. Do not use the beach for flying outside of the months of November, December, January, and February.
Rules and notes
One can not fly any further west than Pleasure Pier before entering Class D airspace. One may cross over to the Bolivar Peninsula if one maintains a safe altitude. For PPG pilots, the recommendation is > 4000' AGL as it is a 2.25 mile water crossing and only flyable when the winds are appropriate. Know your wind direction and wind speeds aloft.
Nearby sites
Texas City Levee (11) · El Jardin Park (17) · High Island (17) · West Beach (23) · Quintana Beach (18) · Hearne Municipal Airport (44)