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The Dunstable Downs site, managed by the Dunstable Hang Gliding and Paragliding Club (DHPC), is located within the controlled airspace of London Luton Airport (LLA). This site is primarily for DHPC members, and guests are generally not permitted.
The site offers an alternative launch direction for West/Northwest winds, but it is rarely used. Soaring is possible, and toplanding is normal.
Before flying, ensure you meet all legal requirements, as flying without compliance can result in severe penalties, including imprisonment or a fine of up to £2,000. The distance record for this site is 157.6 km, set by Karoly Megyesi on April 28, 2016.
Dunstable Downs is a popular spot for various activities, including paragliding and hang-gliding. The area is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), and pilots are expected to respect this designation and cooperate with wardens.
Flying at Dunstable Downs is legally sanctioned by a CAA Exemption Order, restricted to DHPC members. All pilots must be DHPC and BHPA members, have a minimum of a Club Pilot (CP) rating, and have received the mandatory Airspace Briefing. Pilots must be signed off by a DHPC Club Coach and have a lifetime Airspace helmet sticker.
The airspace briefing includes diagrams of all restrictions and rules. The DHPC operates a weather station at the Chiltern Gateway Centre, accessible via the club website.
The London Gliding Club (LGC) also uses this airspace, so pilots must be competent in flying in a mixed-discipline environment.
Wind direction is best from Southwest to Northwest (220˚-320˚), with the site being optimal in a West-Northwest direction (270˚-300˚). The height above sea level at the Dunstable Downs Trig-point is 797 ft (243 m) AMSL.
The site is approximately 1 mile west of Dunstable, just off the B489 Tring Road. The postcode for Sat-Nav is LU6 2GY.
For more detailed information, including site rules and regulations, visit the DHPC site guide: [Dunstable Downs Site Guide](http://dunstablehpc.co.uk/site-guides/dunstable-downs-site-guide/).
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