Henson's Gap in Depth
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Launch:
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Be careful to pull your glider up as far back from the ramp as you can.
Get your glider in control before moving to the ramp.
There is a large crevice directly to the south of the ramp which funnels wind and has the nasty habit of
turning your glider toward the south end of the ridge. It will turn you 180 degrees and fly you directly
into the ridge.
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Landing:
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Straight out from and slightly right of launch. HGs land here so it is huge. Several pilots say it is a long glide.
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General info:
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The Tennessee Tree Toppers own and control this site. You are required to pay a yearly fee,
sign a release, and get signed off by three board members to fly. A skilled P2 or P3 rating is also required.
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Radios:
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Directions:
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- Hwy 27 North, across Soddy Daisy lake
- Hwy 111 North toward Dunlap, up the mountain,
- Right at Lewis Chapel Exit/Detour and cross back over 111 for 1/4 mile
- Right onto Road (see Hang Glide green sign), go 1/8 mile,
- Left onto Henson's Gap Road, go 1/8 mile
- Right onto Window Rock Road, go 2 miles
- Right into TTT driveway at big painted rock
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