The Tre Pizzi area has different takeoffs, from Monte Gemmo (1202 m. asl) and Pizzo Torto (1187 m. asl) , covering almost every wind direction. This flying site is located in the northern Apennines, just south-east of the well known Cucco flying site. It is formed by the valley of Matelica and Fabriano, about 30 km long and 8 wide, between two ridges that surround it on eastern and western side, each about 1200 m high.
It’s well protected from wind; often it’s possible to fly safely when in the Cucco area or in Assisi the wind blows too strong.
During summer, in the afternoon, the valley breeze can be quite strong, over 25 Km/h, otherwise there are no concerns.
Thermal activity can be strong during summer in the afternoon, up to 6 m/s. If wind is strong, it can become turbulent.
Later in the evening it’s usual to get big convergences in smooth conditions.

Takeoffs

The area has two main takeoffs, one on Monte Gemmo facing North-east, and the other on Monte Pizzo Torto, facing west.

Monte Gemmo takeoff:
N 43 13 11.97 E 12 57 18.6
Elevation: 1202 m. asl
Dimension: huge grass area on top of the ridge
Exposition: North-east
Wind directions: from north to east
height over valley: 800 m

Pizzo Torto takeoff:
N 43 18 45.66 E 13 03 25.77
Elevation: 1182 m. asl
Dimensions: it’s a grass area big enough for more the 10 wings.
Exposition: west
Wind directions: from south-west to nort’h-west height over valley: 700 m

Landings

There’s the main landing of the Volo Libero Monte Gemmo Club in Esanatoglia

Esanatoglia Landing:
N 43 14 55.07 E 12 57 53.66
Elevation: 417 m. asl
Dimensions: it’s a wide area with no obstacles, suitable for beginners Wind direction: usually you’ll find south breeze, can be over 25 Km/h during summer

Sint-Wind: +39 331-5844248

Club: Volo Libero Monte Gemmo
web: http://www.vololiberomontegemmo.net/
tel. +39 349 4631685