Tips for take-off:
Take-off can be gusty later in the day. In summer it's recommended to launch between 10am & 12.30 noon.
Many pilots use the Planpraz take-off for cross country flights heading out of the Chamonix valley.
Directions:
Take the Planpraz telecabine up to the mid station. Follow the wide trail behind the station for 50m. The take-off is easily found (wind ribbons on left of path). South facing launch under the cable car lines which can look threatening but are easily avoided.
Flight Details:
Many schools and clubs fly here and take-off can be busy in the summer months. It's a popular tandem flight spot. When you head out under the cable car lines, you can easily find the regular "house" thermal.
Cross Country Flights From Planpraz
Longer flights:
Many other variations can be and have been achieved from Planpraz.
