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sdhgpa Spring flyin 2018

5/30/2018

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Come on out and share the the sky with the San Diego free flight crew Saturday June 2nd.  Taco Cart & soft drinks will be provided by the club; feel free to bring booze and any appetizers you'd like to share (BYOB).

SDHGPA Membership is required to participate in the Fly-in.

Please RSVP & take care of Memberships and print parking passes BEFORE driving out if not current.  
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All memberships are available online, here.  Please make sure you're paid up and print out your Parking Pass before you arrive. Let's work together to keep these wonderful sites available to the free flight community!  (Temp or Annual membership including guests is to help cover all you can eat Taco Cart & have site access). 
Check Current Membership Status

Site: Palomar​     
Where: Palomar Main LZ 
SDHGPA Palomar Main LZ - Roberts Ranch, 15482 CA-76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061  map

When:  June 2nd Meeting in Main LZ around 1:00 for set-up and dropping off supplies. We'll start driving to launch around 1:45.   The late afternoon flights have also been fantastic, and many pilots will be showing up later in the day.
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Rough Time Table:
1:00 - Set-up & General Meeting Time / Check in at LZ opens
1:45 - Carpooling to launch starts
2:30 - Site intro on Main Launch
2:30 - 7:00 - Launching (H1-H2 & P1-P2 should be launching later . . .)

~ 6:00 Appetizers (potluck) & LZ festivities Start
~ 6:30 - 8:30 Taco Cart Serving: chicken, beef, & pork tacos along with cheese quesadillas
The Social Committee would like some help from some volunteers to help coordinate, set up, and break down. Also, if you have a portable Fire Ring that would be great!

For detailed Site info, see the Palomar Site Guide
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If you haven't flown here before or checked out the site guide this past few months for updates, please read the site guide prior to arrival.  It may save you from landing in a burial ground or from wandering into rotor, or it may even help make your flight epic!
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Current Weather:  ​
​Yep, we have a weather station on launch!

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New Year Palomar Fly-in Report

2/4/2018

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Was a great success!  All had great flights & a great time! 

Need not to say any more than what can be expressed in photos & video of the day.

SDHGPA Fly In - Palomar Mt. - February 3, 2018 from John Gallagher on Vimeo.

2018 SDHGPA Fly-In from STEVE LAMOUREUX on Vimeo.

A brief collection of drone shots from fly-in event at Palomar Mountain, later in the day.


Day of the Triangle
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2017 XC Competition Awards:
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PG Final Standing Positions & Total XC Score
  1. Chris Cote            1473.0
  2. Phil Wessinger       806.2
  3. Gavin Fridlund       803.6
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HG Final Standing Positions & Total XC Score
  1. Jeff Brown           169.78
  2. Bill Helliwell         101.9
  3. Andy Cu                  76.4
All Scores for the 2017 season

Lost & Found:
There was quite a big list of items left behind & found at the Fly-in.  A key thing for Palomar, especially after fly-ins, is that we leave no trace.    Items collected at the end: Heavy gloves, Camp Chair, small Cooler, Radio in the HG set-up area.  They will be at the next meeting or can be picked up from Steve R in Carlsbad.  Also lost by Gary Oddou but not found was a Galaxy Note 4 lost possibly on launch west of the windsock.
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SDHGPA NEW YEAR FLY IN - 2018

1/28/2018

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LET'S KICK OFF 2018 WITH SOME FLYIN'! 

SATURDAY, FEBruary 3RD at Palomar

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Come on out and share the the sky with the San Diego free flight crew.  Food & drinks will be provided by the club; feel free to bring booze and any appetizers you'd like to share (BYOB).

SDHGPA Membership is required to participate in the Fly-in.

Please take care of Memberships and print parking passes BEFORE driving out if not current.
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All memberships are available online, here.  Please make you're paid up and print out your Parking Pass before you arrive. Let's work together to keep these wonderful sites available to the free flight community!
To Check Current Membership Status

Site: Palomar​     
Where: Palomar Main LZ 
SDHGPA Palomar Main LZ - Roberts Ranch, 15482 CA-76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061  map

When:  Meeting in Main LZ around 11 for set-up and dropping off supplies. We'll start driving to launch around 12:00.   The late afternoon flights have also been fantastic, and many pilots will be showing up later in the day.
Rough Time Table:
11:00 - General Meeting Time & Set-up in LZ:  
12:00 - Drive to launch
12:30 - Site intros on Main Launch
1 - 4:00 - Launching 
​~3:30 BBQ Set-up & Start Cooking
~ 4pm - BBQ starts          
~6:00 - 2017 XC Awards Ceremony
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Current Weather:  ​
​Yep, we have a weather station on launch!
For detailed Site info, see the Palomar Site Guide
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If you haven't flown here before or checked out the site guide this past year for updates, please read the site guide prior to arrival.  It may save you from landing in a burial ground or from wandering into rotor, or it may even help make your flight epic!
The Social Committee would like some help from some volunteers to help coordinate, set up, BBQ and break down. Also, if you have a portable Fire Ring that would be great!
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Palomar de Halloween ICARNAVAL 2017 Report

10/31/2017

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Palomar October 28th Fly-in Report 
The SDHGPA Fall Halloween ICARNAVAL Fly-in's location was changed from Horse to Palomar due to all weather models forecasting NE winds out at Horse. This set in place some late logistic gymnastics for the large Fly-in. We are super thankful to all those involved to make this switch possible including the Pala Tribal Counsel for squeezing the approval in to their agenda the day of their meeting.
It turned out to be a beautiful day at Palomar on Saturday, the day of the fly-in. About 60 PG pilots along with two HG pilots (Erick and Rich) flew. Scott set up but had an aileron problem and ended up tearing down. 
​A few pilots struggled up and down a bit. However, most everyone had multi hour flights, getting between 2,000' and 3,000' above take off. Landing conditions were very nice, maybe 7 mph and parallel with the highway from the NorthWesterly direction. That makes for a long and level usable runway.
Winds on launch were light with mostly pure thermal conditions cycling in. This made launching conditions at times quite challenging due to the light base wind being overpowered by prevailing thermal activity creating thermal blocking on launch. 
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​- the Masquerade Flights - ​
Some Great Costumes on the Ground & in Flight
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Costume Award Winners:​
  • Grand Prize:  Kim Fyi-UN Missile Test Launch: Kim McJong-un 
  • Most Daring: Tigger 80s Crop Top gone bad: Ira Hayes
  • Most Original: Fake News Newsy: Moises Bada
  • Scariest / disturbingly creepy: Tux Morph - Aaron Price
  • Most Creative: Speed Racer & the Mach 5 : Steve Rohrbaugh

Other Contest Winners:
  • Spot Landing Tandem: Phil Russman & Dave Metzgar
  • ​Spot Landing: Mike Lester
  • Fastest Sled & Flying as a Rocker:  Eddy  Borysewicz
  • Bomb Drop: Brian Stiber
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All in All a Great time:
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Way-more Great Photos in the Photo Share Galleries
Gary Earl was at the Pauma Casino for the afternoon and came over to shot some great photos after seeing us in the air by chance and has been kind enough to share.
Steve R also uploaded over 150 additional photos to those shot by Gary to following Gallery for viewing & download:  ​https://photos.app.goo.gl/I3Gsl4IPMvrViD8d2 

Again, A Big Thank You to all those that helped out to make this Fly-in possible including the Pala Tribe & Roberts Ranch for allowing us to enjoy their great site especially with that late notice of our site change.

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SDHGPA Fall Halloween Icarnaval 2017

10/27/2017

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Palomar de Halloween ICARNAVAL :
​- the Masquerade Flights - 
Saturday October 28th!!  at Palomar
(Location Changed to Palomar)

A Halloween Costume Themed SDHGPA Fall Fly-in
Contest of costumed hang glider and paraglider pilots: exciting, hilarious, original, fantastically creative and daring… ***

​*** Costumes must not restrict vision and or flying in any manor nor unnecessarily impede running. Masks will not be permitted during takeoff or flight.

Other Contests:
- Spot Landing
- Bomb Drop
- Time Aloft
- Fastest Sled
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SDHGPA FALL HALLOWEEN ICARNAVAL 2016 Costume contest winners: (left to right) Most Exciting: Antonella Zampolli - Falconer Most Hilarious: Rene Falquier - Flying Ring Tailed Lemur Most Scary: Henry Baker the Flying Flasher Most Creative: Kim - Flying Kim Tut (flying with cape) Most Daring: Jason Kinch - no fear Crocodile / Ray Hunter Most Original: Steve Rohrbaugh - Flying Bat Man (flying with cape)
And the Flying is always great in October!
2016 Fly-in Best Time Aloft (2:50) : Josef de Beer - Highest Flight (9.2K) : Phil Weffinger
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Post Flying Activities:
Taco Cart and Soft Drinks will be provided by the club!    
(Must present SDHGPA Membership Card) . . . 
- BYOB & Please also bring any appetizers you would like to share.
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- Taco Cart in LZ serving from 3:45-5:45
- Contest Judging & Prizes!
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SDHGPA Membership is required to participate in the Fly-in.

Any new late Annual Memberships joining for the Fly-in (after October 26th), will be rolled over into a 2018 Annual Membership.  Late membership Roll-over normally starts in November.
(Full Annual Membership or Visiting Pilot membership is valid for this event.)

Please take care of Memberships and print parking passes before driving out if not current.
All memberships are on line and easier with a strong connection. . . ​
To Check Current Membership Status

Site: Palomar​     
Where: Palomar Main LZ 
SDHGPA Palomar Main LZ - Roberts Ranch, 15482 CA-76, Pauma Valley, CA 92061  map

When:  Meeting in Main LZ around 1 for set-up and dropping off supplies. Then driving to launch around 2:00.   However, we do not feel like there is a rush to get into the air unless you are an XC hound trying to go someplace. The late afternoon flights have been fantastic!  Also many will be showing up later in the day.

For detailed Site info, see the Palomar Site Guide

The Social Committee would like some help from some volunteers to help coordinate set up and break down. Also, if you have a portable Fire Ring that would be great!

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SDHGPA Summer 2017 Fly-in

7/19/2017

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Summer ​Flying Mexican Fiesta Fly-in 2017:  
July 22nd @ Palomar!
Please RSVP below
​Check back to this page for updates up to day of fly-in

​This will be a great event!!!
  • Summer Mexican Fiesta in LZ with Taco Cart!
  • Targeting evening glass-off . . .
  • Midday flying not recommended!
Rough Tentative Time Table:
2:00 - Set-up & General Meeting Time / Check in at LZ opens
2:45 - Carpooling to launch starts
3:30 - Site intro on Main Launch
3:30 - 7:00 - Launching (H1-H2 & P1-P2 should be launching later . . .)

​~ 6:00 Appetizers &  LZ festivities Start
~ 6:30 Taco Cart Arrives 

~ 7 pm - Tacos in LZ starts  
​Post Flying Mexican Fiesta:
By popular demand, we will be having the same great Taco Cart from the Fall Fly-in in the LZ.
Main Course (Taco Cart) will be provided by the club however it is primarily a potluck; so plan to bring a Festa worthy appetizer,  side dish, salad, fruit, or dessert to share. 

If you have an Ice Cream Maker , bring it on out & make up your favorite summer recipe to share!  
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Can you say the best Taco Cart will be in LZ !!!
​Please also bring any drinks you might want to stay hydrated during the day & BYOB for post flying fiesta.

Social committee would like some help from some volunteers to help coordinate food pickup, set up and break down. Also, if you have a Portable Table that you would be willing to bring, that would be great. Ideally, we can get these things coordinated by mid day on the Friday before the event so that everything runs as smooth as possible on Saturday. 

We will need help with some to bring the following:
  1. Portable Fire Ring - 
  2. Fire wood - Dave W ( already delivered wood to the LZ)
  3. Folding Table  - 
  4. Folding Table  - 
  5. Folding Table  - 

Please Comment below and or contact  Wild Bill, Angela, Anto, or Josh G to help and coordinate on the event planning side.
Please review and read Full Palomar Site Gide for updates: ​​
Palomar Site Guide
Key Points for the Fly-in
  • All Vehicles must display Current 2017 SDHGPA Vehicle ID/ Gate Pass
  • Carpool to launch to minimized Cars on launch
  • Main Launch is preferred for this event
  • Keep all access gates locked and closed behind
  • Active Launch Windows: Use mountain etiquette - Only enter the Launch Windows with your gear if and when you are ready and intending to launch hooked in and hang checked  (set-up and prep including hooking in and hang check in non active window areas.) Be mindful that there will be a lot of pilots on launch. Do not wait for the perfect Cycle, but rather take the 1st good safe cycle. ​

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Palomar Main Launch Use Zones
  • If in Launch Windows or Top landing Approach areas, be cautious and aware of flight activities in all directions.
  • Do not enter Orchards . . . non-authorized Picking of Fruit is strictly forbidden and illegal.
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Summer Fly-in & Palomar 2015

SDHGPA 2017 Membership is required to fly Palomar & this Fiesta event + Taco Cart.
Please take care of Memberships and print Card/ Parking Pass before heading out.
(This will save your time at the fly-in with a better connection . . .)
Check your SDHGPA Membership Status real time: 
SDHGPA Membership Status
Full Annual Membership or Visiting Pilot membership is valid for this event. However Visiting Pilots will not receive gate codes & must fly with Full Annual Members for access. Membership Applications (second step after payment) must be completed and submitted. Completed Memberships once submitted are updated to the current status within 5 min.


Location: Palomar Main LZ

RSVP Responses

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2017 Summer Fly-in Rescheduled to July 22nd

7/6/2017

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Fly-in Rescheduled for July 22nd @ Palomar!
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​The Summer Fly-in will be Rescheduled from July 8th to the Alternate weather back-up date: July 22nd due to heat health advisories.
 
Per XC-Skies, Temps will be about the same as today on July 8th: 99 on launch & 105-107 in the LZ. ..
 
It does look flyable and the better pilots should be able to break through the inversion.  But we fear our newer pilots will be landing out in the 105+ heat. With many people out for the fly-in, we might have some heat-related problems. Also hanging out in 100 deg heat trying to BBQ will not be all that fun.

If flying this weekend, All should be prepared for the heat and carry at least 1 gal of water for the day. Bob B & Steve R worked to clear the Palomar launch out there today/ Friday.  Both Bob & Steve went through a gallon of water each and worked in shifts. One pushing the mower and the other cooling down in the car AC 10 min per shift before it started to cloud over. 
 
Let’s hope for cooler weather on the 22nd. 
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Check back to this page for updates
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SDHGPA ANNUAL NEW-YEAR FLY-IN 2017

2/4/2017

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Annual New-Year Fly-in  &  Awards Ceremony @ Palomar
Saturday Feb 4th


Last Update: 2-4-17
Weather Looks good for Feb 4th and Fly-in is a go for the 4th!!!

​WX section at bottom of page was updated Sat AM.
Check this page for info updates up to day of fly-in.

Site: Palomar
New Date: Feb 4th 2017
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Where: Palomar Main LZ - Robert’s Ranch (Pala) 
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15450 California 76,  Pauma Valley CA 92061

SDHGPA 2017 Membership is required to fly Palomar & this event + BBQ.

Please Take Care of Memberships and Print Card/ Parking Pass before heading out.
(This will save time at the fly-in with a better connection)
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(Full Annual Membership or Visiting Pilot membership is valid for this event. However Visiting Pilots will not receive gate codes & must fly with Full Annual Members for access)
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​This will be a great event!!!
Rough Time Table:
11:00 - General Meeting Time & Set-up in LZ:  
12:00 - Drive to launch
12:30 - Site intros on Main Launch
1 - 4:00 - Launching 
​~3:30 BBQ Set-up & Start Cooking
~ 4pm - BBQ starts          
~6:00 - Awards Ceremony

Please review and read Full Palomar Site Gide: ​
Palomar Site Guide
Key Points for the Fly-in
  • All Vehicles must display Current 2017 SDHGPA Vehicle ID/ Gate Pass
  • Carpool to launch to minimized Cars on launch
  • Main Launch is preferred for this event
  • Keep all access gates locked and closed behind
  • Active Launch Windows: Use mountain etiquette - Only enter the Launch Windows with your gear if and when you are ready and intending to launch.  (set-up & prep in non active window areas.) Be mindful that there will be a lot of pilots on launch. Do not wait for the perfect Cycle, but rather take the 1st good safe cycle. ​
  • If in Launch Windows or Top landing Approach areas, be cautious and aware of flight activities in all directions.
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Palomar Main Launch Use Zones
  • Note new Portable Head at Main Launch
  • Do not enter Orchards . . . non-authorized Picking of Fruit is strictly forbidden and illegal.

Post Flying BBQ:
BBQ Starts ~ @ 4pm
Main Course will be provided by the club however it is primarily a potluck; so plan to bring an appetizer,  side dish, salad, or dessert to share.  Please also bring any drinks you might want. BYOB

Social committee would like some help from some volunteers to help coordinate food pickup, set up and break down. Also, if you have a charcoal grill or Portable Table that you would be willing to bring, that would be great. Ideally, we can get these things coordinated by mid day on the Friday before the event so that everything runs as smooth as possible on Saturday. 
We still need help with someone to bring the following:
  1. BBQ  - 
  2. Portable Fire Ring - 
  3. Folding Table  - 
  4. Folding Table  - 
  5. Folding Table  - 
Please Comment below and or contact  Wild Bill, Angela, or Anto to help and coordinate on the event planning side.

​Annual Awards Ceremony:
- Stay Tuned to hear all the Big Flight Stories of the Year
+ Not just XC awards this year!

Photos from Last Year's SDHGPA Annual New Year Fly-in 2015 @ Palomar

Weather Updates
Saturday Forecast as of Thursday PM
Bill H's Forecast Analysis:
It looks like the weather will cooperate. The sky will be partly cloudy, the temperature will be around 60. Lift will be light but will take some pilots to 5,000'. Any clouds will be a few hundred feet higher than that.
Bill H

Weather Round up as of Sat AM
NOAA Pauma Valley:  Today
Patchy fog before 10am. Otherwise, partly sunny, with a high near 62. West wind 5 to 10 mph.​
NOAA Boucher Hill :  Today
A 20 percent chance of showers before 10am. Mostly sunny, with a high near 56. West wind 5 to 10 mph.​
NOAA Discussion Clip: A weak low pressure continues to move inland through the southwestern states early this morning. Isolated light showers will continue into this morning...mainly along and west of the mountains. Dry for tonight and Sunday and a little warmer Sunday under weak high pressure aloft. For Sunday night and Monday...another low pressure system moving inland through Southern California will bring greater chances for precipitation.
accu weather is forecasting the same as NOAA
http://www.accuweather.com/en/us/pauma-valley-ca/92061/hourly-weather-forecast/2178442?hour=33 
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XC Skies 3 Day Forecast for the 4th as of Friday AM
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XC Skies 3 Day Forecast for the 4th as of Sat AM
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XCSkies RAP Model Winds at 2K & 4 K (Launch level) are the same and Lighter at 6-8K. Lift to 4k & some may get to 5K.

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SDHGPA Fall Halloween ICARNAVAL 2016

10/28/2016

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Horse de Halloween ICARNAVAL : the Masquerade Flights
Saturday October 29th!!  at Horse
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A Halloween Costume Themed SDHGPA Fall Fly-in
Contest of costumed hang glider and paraglider pilots: exciting, hilarious, original, fantastically creative and daring… ***

Other Contests:
- Spot Landing
- Bomb Drop
- Time Aloft
- Fastest Sled

- Taco Cart in LZ serving from 4:30-6:30

​*** Costumes must not restrict vision and or flying in any manor nor unnecessarily impede running. Masks will not be permitted during takeoff or flight.

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SDHGPA Membership is required to participate in the Fly-in.

(Full Annual Membership or Visiting Pilot membership is valid for this event. )

Please take care of Memberships and print parking passes before driving out if not current.
All memberships are on line and easier with a strong connection. . . 


Site: Horse​     
Where: Horse Postage Stamp LZ
(4598 Buckman Springs Rd.  Pine Valley, CA 91962)   (map)

When:  Meeting in Main LZ around 1 for set-up and dropping off supplies. Then driving to launch around 2:00.   However, we do not feel like there is a rush to get into the air unless you are an XC hound trying to go someplace. The late afternoon flights have been fantastic!  Also many will be showing up later in the day.


For detailed Site info, see the Horse Site Guide

Post Flying Activities:
Taco Cart and Soft Drinks will be provided by the club!    (Must present SDHGPA Membership Card) . . .   BYOB        Please also bring any other drinks you might want. 

Contest Judging & Prizes!


Wild Bill &  Angela A. would like some help from some volunteers to help coordinate set up and break down. Also, if you have a portable Fire Ring or Lantern that you would be willing to bring, that would be great!
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SDHGPA SPRING FLY-IN 2016 @ PALOMAR

6/11/2016

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​SDHGPA Spring Fly-in June 11th 2016

Site: Palomar ​
Where: Palomar Main LZ
(Pala Roberts Ranch - 15450 California 76 Pauma Valley, CA 92061)  (map)
When:  Meeting in Main LZ around 11 for BBQ set-up and dropping off supplies. Then driving to launch around 12:00-1.   However, we do not feel like there is a rush to get into the air unless you are an XC hound trying to go someplace. The late afternoon flights have been fantastic!  Also many will be showing up later in the day.
SDHGPA Membership is required for Palomar Site access, to fly Palomar, and for this event BBQ.
Please take care of Memberships and print parking passes before driving out if not current.
All memberships are on line and easier with a strong connection. . . 
(Full Annual Membership or Visiting Pilot membership is valid for this event. However Visiting Pilots will not receive gate codes & must fly with Full Annual Members for access)
Photos from last Palomar Fly-in

6/7/16 Update
Palomar & Fly-in Info:
Meet at Main Palomar Pala LZ
Pala Roberts Ranch, 15450 California 76 Pauma Valley, CA 92061 ( 33.323150, -116.99440000 ) 

Parked cars in Main Pala LZ, Palomar Main Launch, and Smiley Launch must display the SDHGPA Member Vehicle ID/ Gate Pass. Max 4 vehicles may be at Upper Smiley Launch. Main Launch is preferred for both HG & PG pilots.
Park in Designated Pilot Parking areas per the Site Guide. Do not park in front of or block the Roberts Ranch Building Roll-Up Doors, Shade Structure or road/ drive way. ​
Try to Ride share to minimize the # of cars on launch. Maximize each and every vehicle load to Launch as parking is limited. Keep top landing approach path free of cars up on launch. At the same time, do not force top landings mid day and or when the launch is busy. Realize that when you are flying though or trying to set up to top land, you are effectively and selfishly closing launch to those wanting to launch on a busy day. 
Active Launch Windows: Use mountain etiquette and do not setup in the Active Launch Windows. Only enter the Launch Windows with your gear if and when you are ready and intending to launch.
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Prime Launching times for Palomar recently have been from 1-5 with flights extending till dusk. (Please choose suitable launching times and conditions to your skill level) (Some P2 & H2s have been heading out and getting in early flights around 9am before  conditions ramp up then having great evening flights) Peak heating will be ~ at 2:30. If you launch early, you should be prepared to stay in the air until some time after 3:30 or 4. Expect the LZs to be thermic and turbulent until after 3:30 or 4.
More and Complete Site Info: (Last Update: 6-7-16)
SDHGPA Site Guide: http://www.sdhgpa.com/sites-guide.html 
Palomar Site guide: http://www.sdhgpa.com/palomar.html
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As of (6-10-16), No schools have completed registering with SDHGPA for Instruction at any of our SDHGPA Mt sites.  Until Schools register with SDHGPA showing PASA Cert & School Site Insurance listing all Land Owners as Additional Insured; No "for hire" Commercial Instruction can take place at the Fly-in or any other day. Signed off H2 / P2 Pilots can car pool with Instructors, but the following conditions must be met:
  1. All pilots must fly as independent out of school signed off pilots and meet the site requirements in SDHGPA Site Guides: Palomar  Minimum Rating: Local H2 / P2 - (M1 to Bail out LZ; M2 to Main LZ) ; Visitor H3 / P3 - (M1 to Bail out LZ; M2 to Main LZ) 
  2. No Student Pilots of any rating under instruction, radio direction, or coaching from Paid Instructors
  3. All Site Intros and or Mentoring must be given by non compensated club volunteers
  4. P0/H0 & P1/H1 Pilots may attend the Fly-in & BBQ if SDHGPA Members, but will not be able to fly Palomar until they get signed off as a P2 pilot.

WX Forcast
Forecast for Palomar as of Friday am:
NOAA - ​Saturday Mostly sunny, with a high near 72. West wind 5 to 10 mph.
NOAA Discussion: - a low pressure trough slowly moves through California. Our half-hearted coastal eddy will get a boost and help spread the coastal clouds to fill the coastal basin. Some drizzle might result from this marine layer growth. The trough moves right through our region Sunday morning
Steve's assessment (Friday AM): Models are in fairly close agreement as of Friday AM. Using carnac prediction methods - Expect lift to be to 4-6k in Launch vicinity and up to 7k back near the towers might be possible. Peak heating & max alt potential will be ~ 3pm. Expect there to be a typical June lower inversion that will break down into the afternoon. A softer inversion will persist between 4-6k. Expect flights will be possible till sunset
Bill H's Mt Forecast (Friday PM):  Saturday the club is holding a fly-in at Palomar. Wind looks good, it might be a little strong for some paraglider pilots. But it seems that the wind forecast for the valley is often overestimated by a few mph. The wind will be SouthWest at 11 mph. Lift at 700 fpm will get over 5,000'.  Conditions at Palomar will decrease slightly on Sunday.
Steve's Sat AM Update: Heaver Marine layer and rising cloud layer will reduce heating and max altitudes to 5-6k and peak heating time to ~ 2pm. Per NOAA: Patchy fog before 11am. Otherwise, mostly sunny, with a high near 70. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. NAM model is in agreement. However Global and RAP are showing higher surface winds to 15 possible. although the 2k & 4k levels are showing 10.  I think we will be OK. 
For detailed current Weather information and tools, see the SDHGPA So Cal WX Dashboard under What's Happening.
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Sat XCskys 3 day point forecast Update
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XCskys 3 day point forcast (Friday am)
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Windgram for Palomar Sat

SoCal XC League Sprint Class:
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As an added Bonus, the  The SoCal XC League Sprint Class event will coincide with our Palomar Fly-in.
This is a great way to get your feet wet flying GPS comp style tasks in a low stress environment.
Sprint League Rules (sub set)
  1. P3 w/ Minimum 40 hours airtime (20 hours in the mountains) and comfortable flying in turbulent conditions.
  2. EN-B glider or lower and flat aspect ratio less than 5.8. By limiting aspect ratio I aim to keep out many of the new B+ wings that are not suitable for actual EN-B pilots.
  3. Most tasks will be around 20km in distance which will be about an hour of flying for skilled pilots and about 1.5 hours for newer pilots.
For Info and Sprint sign-up See:
http://www.socalxcleague.com

Post Flying BBQ:
Main Course will be provided by the club however it is primarily a potluck; so plan to bring an appraiser,  side dish, salad, or dessert to share.  Please also bring any drinks you might want. BYOB
Wild Bill &  Angela A. would like some help from some volunteers to help coordinate food pickup, set up and break down. Also, if you have a charcoal grill that you would be willing to bring and or Tables, that would be great. Ideally, we can get these things coordinated by mid day on Friday before the Fly-in so that everything runs as smooth as possible on Saturday. 
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SDHGPA Spring Fly-in Crew 2015

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