Salina
📍 Sicily , Messina · Nearest city: Leni (2 km)
13 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 917 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
Lat / Lng:
38.55610, 14.84390Loading real-time wind…
Takeoff orientations
NNEESE
SSWWNW
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 | 0.41 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Upcoming competitions in this country
- PWCA Italy Gemona 2026 · 2026-07-25 – 2026-08-01 · PWCA
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Takeoff description
The highest mountain of Aeolian islands! Take-off can be tricky since there are many big stones around. It may be worth inflating the wing on the flap place near the road, and then walking/running to the edge.
Nearby sites
Pizzicalori (11) · Gioiosa Guardia (4) · Stromboli (1) · Capo Milazzo (4) · Santa Lucia del Mela (6) · Etna - Punta Lucia (13)
Information derived from public data (ParaglidingEarth, kk7). Before flying: contact local pilots, check the METAR of the nearest airport and review today's forecast.