Fort Funston is designated for intermediate level flying, so pilots now have to learn the sport elsewhere in the Bay Area before earning the ability to fly at Funston. The group still oversees the site today, ensuring safety and compliance. When the fort first became part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area (GGNRA), local hang gliding pilots formed an organization called the Fellow Feathers in order to seek a special use permit for their flying endeavors. They can get above the clouds, allowing you to see a rainbow that pilots call a glory. It’s also known for the “Funston Shear,” a weather pattern where two air masses collide into each other and pilots can get an extra boost in the air. Plus, there’s even an ample parking lot and a clubhouse to store equipment if need be. It has consistently flyable winds year round, a convenient top landing (the ability to land where you launch, as opposed to flying from the top of a mountain to the bottom) and the ocean views are stunning. Today, Fort Funston is known as one of the best spots to hang glide in the country, Low said. He headed to Fort Funston, then a defunct Nike missile launch site still owned by the military, and took two days of lessons, jumping off a dune for hours. During this time we don't operate any hang gliding or paragliding flights.He was 13 years old when he cashed in a savings bond his grandmother had gifted him and paid $600 to get his very own hang glider. The foot pass is not included in the price for the flight as many of our customers already have their own ski-passes which they can use (make sure you bring it with you) Closure Period: We close temporarily in May and June until the ski-field opens (typically mid-June). If the customer doesn't have a ski pass, they will need to purchase a foot pass for $35 on top of the cost for the flight (available for purchase from Skytrek at the time of check-in). To access this area, the customer and pilot need to ride the chairlifts up to the top of the mountain. During the winter, we operate from the top of Coronet Peak. Passengers aged 18 or under require parents' or guardians' permission.
SkyTrek has flown passengers aged 4 to 90. Weight limitations reduce March to May - 110 kg for Paragliding, 90kg for Hang Gliding.
Please note that pregnant passengers can only participate within the first 20 weeks of pregnancy on Paragliding only Age and Weight limitations : Maximum limit of 120kg for Paragliding, 100kg for Hang gliding. Health and Wellbeing: We try our best to cater to all of our customers circumstances, if you are unsure please contact us to discuss any medical conditions. Waiver : You will be required to complete a waiver and medical condition disclosure form. They are available to purchase on landing. Photos : Photos and Videos are available using a GoPro that captures you, your pilot and the amazing scenery around you. Spectators : If you're accompanying a fare-paying passenger, come along for the ride in our courtesy shuttle and enjoy the panorama (on a space-available basis). Allow one and a half hours for either the tandem Paragliding or Hang Gliding summer flights. Transport : We supply a courtesy van which departs from outside The Station building, Queenstown. Gloves and Jackets are also provided on request. What to bring : Warm clothing and suitable footwear are recommended.
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