Mt. Elden (Flagstaff)
📍 Arizona , Coconino County · Nearest city: Flagstaff (6 km)
14 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 2755 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
35.24000, -111.60800Forecast next days
Updated: 2026-04-21 02:38 UTC · Source: Open-Meteo · Thermal window 10:00–18:00 local time
Marginal conditions, cloud base ~2402 m, strong wind (38 km/h).
base ~2402m · wind 38 km/hNot recommended for flying, cloud base ~2244 m, strong wind (55 km/h).
base ~2244m · wind 55 km/hNot recommended for flying, cloud base ~2884 m, strong wind (45 km/h).
base ~2884m · wind 45 km/hComposite flyability score (CAPE + LI + wind + precip + low clouds). Cross-check with local pilots before flying.
🌬 Daily wind (next days)
Daily summary (10m wind). Full hour × altitude chart is being added progressively.
Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.26 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
210-270 deg. Best is SW
Pilot comments
LZ is very close to restricted airspace. Study airspace maps prior to flying. Helicopters from flagstaff medical center frequently fly through LZ on approach to helipad.
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