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West Coast District

Leeuwenkop

Leeuwenkop (also sometimes incorrectly referred to as Pampoenfontein) is the preferred Porterville alternative to Dasklip Pass as it is higher, faces more directly into the prevailing thermic cross-wind, and is generally safer for XC pilots.

Dasklip Pass

Based near the town of Porterville, this site offers at least four good flying days a week between November and March.

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IMPORTANT: The SAHPA Site Guide is not a substitute for a detailed site briefing from an instructor or experienced local pilot. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and relevance of information contained herein, pilots are reminded that the SAHPA Site Guide is based on a volunteer effort to make information freely available to the community and thus information may be out of date. Pilots are still required to use their discretion and common sense, and validate the information with each club.

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