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Paiute - Lower West Launch
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Paiute - Lower West Launch
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PPG friendly
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Authorization
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Club / contract
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Launch faces
W
Forecast point
Ready
Access notes
Public Inyo National Forest launch complex with no club or discretionary permission requirement. High-clearance 4WD access and current forest-road checks are essential.
Site rules
- Experienced mountain-site pilots only; confirm legal landing options and current road conditions.
- Use established upper or lower face clearings and avoid fragile terrain.
- Check Owens Valley weather, fire restrictions, and airspace before launch.
Launch directions
W
Safety notes
- Experienced mountain-site pilots only; confirm legal landing options and current road conditions.
- Use established upper or lower face clearings and avoid fragile terrain.
- Check Owens Valley weather, fire restrictions, and airspace before launch.
Additional notes
Current public PG launch face corroborated by APPI/BHGC and recent flight activity. Paramotor use is not documented.
Map pin (exact launch)
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