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DESERT MOUNTAIN OLD SCHOOL HG/PG LAUNCH

13🟢 Flyable today

USA · Takeoff 1927 m

Forecast next days

2026-08-1885

Día muy favorable para XC, base de cúmulos ~1724 m, viento 22 km/h.

Wind max: 22 km/h
Base: 1724 m
CAPE: 410
LI: -2.9
2026-08-1960

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~1918 m, viento 19 km/h.

Wind max: 19 km/h
Base: 1918 m
CAPE: 40
LI: 0.5
2026-08-2065

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~3171 m, viento 12 km/h.

Wind max: 12 km/h
Base: 3171 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 1.9
2026-08-2165

Día volable, condiciones decentes, base de cúmulos ~3240 m, viento 5 km/h.

Wind max: 5 km/h
Base: 3240 m
CAPE: 0
LI: 1.0

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DESERT MOUNTAIN OLD SCHOOL HG/PG LAUNCH is a paragliding launch site in USA, near Columbia Falls. Takeoff elevation is 1927 meters above sea level. It has a moderate thermal and XC score of 13/100. Best wind directions for takeoff: N, W, NW. Check the daily forecast above for current flyability conditions including CAPE, lifted index, cloud base height, and wind speed.