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Status: Camlo is currently open to all pilots
Grid ref: SO 028 705
Latitude: 52.323959° (52° 19' 26" N)
Longitude: -3.4276022° (3° 25' 39" W)
HG rating: CP+10
PG rating: CP+10
Takes wind: 190 ° - 220 ° (S - SSW)
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Description

ACCESS

From the A44 at Dolau (4m east of Rhayader), turn right at the T junction, right again at the top of the hill onto the track through the gate. Walk to T/O.

FLYING

T/O altitude 1400 ft AMSL

Top to bottom 300 ft

Take off is straightforward.

Top landing can be tricky if the wind is off to the right due to rotor from the spur.

Bottom landing is tight and for experienced HG pilots only.

SITE RECORD

Steve Nash, 27.06.2010, 61.6km to Bayston Hill. PG.

WARNING

This area is used by low flying military aircraft on weekdays.

CONTROLLED AIRSPACE

Nothing significant nearby, though Welshpool ATZ could be an issue.

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