Heppendorf Ahe 1

Heppendorf Ahe 1 is a German winch-tow flatland site at about 73 m, flying on a north-easterly wind. Because it's a tow site, safety around the tow line is taken seriously: barriers or warning signs go up at launch, the end of the tow line, and anywhere farm tracks cross it during flight operations, with course marshals posted for extra protection when needed. If a vehicle or person still gets close to the tow line, towing is stopped immediately to prevent any danger to pilots or third parties. The site operates under a specific road-use exemption granted by the local town authority, and a launch director is required to be on hand whenever flying is happening. Operators also keep a flight log recording the number of launches each year, which can be requested by the local nature conservation authority.

Launch & conditions

A launch director must be present whenever flying is happening here.

Local rules & hazards

Barriers or warning signs go up at launch, the end of the tow line, and any crossing farm tracks during flight operations, with course marshals posted when needed. Towing is stopped immediately if a vehicle or person gets close to the line.

Check conditions before you fly

A forecast for the valley is not a forecast for the launch. Before heading to Heppendorf Ahe 1, read the wind and thermals for the site itself, confirm the day's rules with the local club, and remember the standing rule — when in doubt, don't launch. In the free OutDare app you can open Heppendorf Ahe 1 with a 7-day forecast built from high-resolution weather models, see who else has been flying, and get there with offline maps.