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When landing here please pack up quickly and walk back to the main road using\nthe route marked in blue. Please do not approach the landowner\u0027s properties up the gravel road near the exit.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eNote that the landing area (coloured orange) is not completely flat and the slope \n is slightly downhill from the highpoint towards the lime plantation. Also be aware that there is a fence running North \n South just in front of the lime trees. The usual approach is from the West and touchdown should ideally be on \n or near the highpoint. 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It is a large nearly flat cleared area that has a North South orientation. This is the only official bombout at Beechmont so pilots must be aware if they are flying below launch height to keep the Big Shelf landing area within range and ensure they have enough height to line up for a safe approach and landing. An approach can be made from either the South or North side. Being lower down the hill, there is usually a lot less wind than around the launch, so factor that in when making your approach.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\u0022https://www.flycanungra.com.au/Client/Images/Cms/Big_Shelf_bombout.png\u0022 data-image=\u0022Big_Shelf_bombout.png\u0022\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBombout - walking out\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe walk out from the Big Shelf landing area is a 35-40 minute walk up through the club land back to the launch.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWalk to the northern end of the landing area (i.e. towards the launch)\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAt the far end of the landing area you will see an arch-shaped gap with an orange cone suspended where the shrubs have been cleared. There are also pink streamers marking the start of the track and at strategic points all the way up\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWalk through the arch and keep going over level ground for about 30m until the track ends and you are forced to turn left up the hill\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWalk directly up the slope for about another 30 – 40m until you can go no further\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eTurn to your right and walk through the gap in an area of lantana (about 10m deep). The other side you should see a very large rock. This marks the intersection of the path with the old road\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eWalk along the old road in a NW direction which traverses right across CHPC land rising all the way up to almost the northern border. This mainly consists of loose rocks but is an easy walk\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAt the far end, near the powerlines the road narrows and makes a tight hairpin bend to the left. Follow the path back across the slope SW until you reach the bottom of the open area below the launch set up area\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003c!--\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEmergency Landings\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eThe area known as the Prison Farm Land\u0026nbsp;is shown in green in the map below, and may be used in emergencies\u0026nbsp;when a face landing or top landing is not possible.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;When standing on launch, the area can be seen at the base of the ridge that runs down the right hand side of launch. \u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eTo access the road from the landing area you will need to follow the fence line marked with arrows on the map.\u0026nbsp; This is private land.\u0026nbsp; Please be respectful and keep the noise to a minimum.\u0026nbsp; Stay well clear of any houses or buildings.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eThe fence line will take you to Pocket Rd. Before you reach Pocket road you will need to cross the fence using the stile, then you must cross the cattle grid.\u0026nbsp;\u003c/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003e\u0026nbsp;if there is a rope across the cattle grid, please make sure its still across when you have left.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;Do not drive over the cattle grid, or park inside the cattle grid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003ePlease drive carefully and respectfully along Pocket Rd.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\u0022https://www.flycanungra.com.au/Client/Images/Cms/Beechy_landing_map.jpeg\u0022 data-image=\u00221\u0022\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Note:\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003eDo NOT walk South out of the landing area or attempt to walk down the slope at any point. The only permitted exit from the landing area is onto CHPC land and back up to launch.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eEmergency Landings\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe area known as the Prison Farm land is shown at the bottom of the map below in green where the words\u0027 LANDING ZONE\u0027 are written. This area may be used in emergencies when a pilot is below launch and is unable to safely land on the Big Shelf bombout. When standing on launch, the area can be seen at the base of the ridge that runs down into the valley on the right-hand side of launch. \u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo access the road from the Prison Farm land you will need to follow the fence line marked with arrows on the map. Look out for the windsock that has been positioned on this fence. This is private land. Please be respectful and keep the noise to a minimum. 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This can be great to soar but be aware that it can come roaring in.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eIn northerly winds, the windsock may indicate a more easterly airflow, as if coming up the face of launch.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eIn southerly winds, watch out for rotor on the northern side of the ridge running out to the valley to the right of launch.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eBe aware of the valley wind in the emergency bombout when coming into land. It can be quite North.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eBe mindful of the power line north of the launch running down into the valley.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eBefore venturing far into the northern bowl, be aware of your glide back to the bombout, particularly in southerly winds.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eThe Model Airfield is a suitable alternative landing area in a southerly wind when pilots are low at the northern end of Beechmont ridge.\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eFace landings on the launch are restricted to PG4 and PG5 rated pilots only. \u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eLaunching area rules:\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eParagliders:\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eIf the Beechmont wind station \u0026lt;\u003ca href=\u0022https://holfuy.com/en/weather/1342\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener noreferrer\u0022 data-auth=\u0022NotApplicable\u0022\u003eBeechy Wind Talker\u003c/a\u003e\u0026gt; \nis displaying gusts exceeding 5kts, all inflations/launches must be to the South of the windsock.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eIn wind with gusts less than 5kts, inflations/launches can occur anywhere to the South of the windsock and no further than 20m to the north of the windsock.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eNO ground handling of gliders on the launch area at ANY time!\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003eHang gliders:\u003c/u\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eIf the Beechmont wind station \u0026lt;\u003ca href=\u0022https://holfuy.com/en/weather/1342\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022 rel=\u0022noopener noreferrer\u0022 data-auth=\u0022NotApplicable\u0022\u003eBeechy Wind Talker\u003c/a\u003e\u0026gt; \n is displaying gusts exceeding 15kts, all launches are to be made to the south of the windsock.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eWhere the peak gusts are less than 15kts, Hang Gliders are allowed to launch at a location of their choosing.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese rules can be altered at any time by the CHPC committee under special circumstances e.g. during competitions.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\u0022font-size: 16px;\u0022\u003eSafety Officers may close launch where flying congestion becomes a safety issue.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e","ContentConfig":{"Caption":null,"Icon":null,"IconColour":null,"CaptionColour":null,"UnderlineColour":null,"TextColour":null,"FontSize":null,"LineHeight":null,"RequiresLoggedInUser":false,"BottomMargin":0,"PaddingLeft":"10px","PaddingTop":"10px","PaddingRight":"10px","PaddingBottom":"10px","PhoneVisible":true,"TabletVisible":true,"DesktopVisible":true,"CssClass":null,"PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null},"ComponentCode":null,"ComponentError":null,"BottomMargin":"0px","PaddingLeft":"10px","PaddingTop":"10px","PaddingRight":"10px","PaddingBottom":"10px","CssClass":null,"ResponsiveClasses":"","PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null,"Background":{"Colour":null,"ImageURL":null,"Filter":null,"IsParallax":false,"Image":"","Tint":""},"ImageConfig":{"ImageURL":null,"ObjectFit":"contain","ImageHeight":null,"FrameStyle":null,"BorderRadius":null,"Caption":{"IsActive":false,"Text":null,"SubText":null,"Font":{"Size":null,"Colour":null},"SubFont":{"Size":null,"Colour":null},"Alignment":null,"Position":null,"Margin":null,"BackgroundColour":null,"Blur":false,"Hover":false},"AltText":null,"LinkURL":null,"BottomMargin":0,"PaddingLeft":"10px","PaddingTop":"10px","PaddingRight":"10px","PaddingBottom":"10px","PhoneVisible":true,"TabletVisible":true,"DesktopVisible":true,"CssClass":null,"PageLinkName":null,"PageLinkCaption":null},"IgnoreCache":false}]}],"ColumnSpacing":"0px","BottomMargin":"0px","TopPadding":"0px","IsFullWidth":false,"IsBackgroundFullWidth":false,"Background":{"Colour":null,"ImageURL":null,"Filter":null,"IsParallax":false,"Image":"","Tint":""}}],"PageURL":"https://www.flycanungra.com.au/Cms/Spaces/DEFAULT/Beechmont?version=36","AllVersions":[],"Comments":[],"UpdatedComments":[],"Spaces":[],"IsWatching":false,"LastViewTime":null,"CanEdit":false,"CanPublish":false,"CanCopy":false,"CanCreateTemplate":false,"CanComment":false,"CanReadComments":false,"CanModerateComments":false,"CanLike":false,"CanWatch":false}
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