Castellammare di Stabia - Monte Faito
📍 Campania , Provincia di Napoli · Nearest city: Moiano (2 km)
11 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 1014 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
40.67000, 14.47090Takeoff 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 | 0.31 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Upcoming competitions in this country
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Takeoff description
From the launch site it is possible to observe the entire Sorrento peninsula of Capri, Vesuvius and the south of the city of Naples. The launch site is exposed to the southwest and northeast 900 metres above sea level and is suitable for all: Free flyers and students. There are in total 3 takeoff-sites: 1. South (Wind South): Below Hotel Ristorante Sant'Angelo: Main takeoff site 2. North (Wind North): Forest aisle east of mountain station (40°40'11.5 "N 14°28'44.1 "E) 3. West Get advice from Giovanni before flying there - depending on the takeoff the route might be tricky and you might need radio and safety vest! There are in total 3 takeoff-sites: 1. South (Wind South): Below Hotel Ristorante Sant'Angelo: Main takeoff site 2. North (Wind North): Forest aisle east of mountain station (40°40'11.5"N 14°28'44.1"E) 3. West
Nearby sites
Positano (14) · Vesuvio (20) · Monte Tubenna (Napoli- Neapel) (15) · Calvanico Decollo Basso (17) · San Michele (11) · Palamaggio (11)