The containers are on their way
Best cross-country weather in Namibia, but now the 21/22 season in Bitterwasser is definitely over. The Grid Boys' packer team has once again grappled hard.
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Final sprint: January Run
With 135 kph over 922 kilometers! This is yesterday's performance from Holger and Ilka Back. Their late visit to Namibia meets with cross-country weather in the last week of January, just as one would expect from Africa.
Outlook on cloud thermals without thunderstorms
That was plenty, in Bitterwasser the pan is under water. In the last few days Namibia has gotten a lot of rain. It has been good for the country. Well, towards the end of the season, it's getting more gliding friendly again.
Flying
in Namibia
The best Gliding Site of the World*.
You will find exceptionally good conditions. The weather here is exceptionally good! (*quote Bruno Gantenbrink after his first stay in Bitterwasser).
Airfield
As far as the wings will carry on 3.000.000 sqm flying area international pilots will find best conditions for outstanding flight performances.
Information for pilots
Flying in Namibia is very different from flying in Central Europe. This information should help you to make your stay in Bitterwasser as pleasant and above all as safe as possible.
Glider charter
We are happy to assist you in finding an aircraft. Most of the aircraft - charter in Bitterwasser runs through private individuals or companies.