PORTLAND CLIFFS
Many of Portland's cliff faces provide lift.
The best areas are on the western side generally from slightly North of West.
On the eastern side of the island the cliffs are flyable with assistance from a local flyer.
OVERVIEW
Local knowledge is needed for most of the Portland sites.
WARNING
Be warned, gliders will not be retrievable once control is lost. Due to the nature of the cliffs and the flat top, a rotor is produced that makes landing a test of skill and a certain amount of luck. it may be necessary to land some way away from the flying zone. Seek local help for flying and parking. The lift is often more generous than you would assume for the wind speed.
The best areas are on the western side generally from slightly North of West.
On the eastern side of the island the cliffs are flyable with assistance from a local flyer.
OVERVIEW
Local knowledge is needed for most of the Portland sites.
WARNING
Be warned, gliders will not be retrievable once control is lost. Due to the nature of the cliffs and the flat top, a rotor is produced that makes landing a test of skill and a certain amount of luck. it may be necessary to land some way away from the flying zone. Seek local help for flying and parking. The lift is often more generous than you would assume for the wind speed.