Гуцан
description
pros
- Close to Yerevan
- Simple relief and predictable aerology
- Practically unlimited, free, flat fields for landings
- One can reach take off areas via 4WD vehicles (there is no asphalt-based road)
- Predictable micrometeorology, “surprise” changes usually do not happen
- Good XC potential, thermals are relatively high, thermal cycles are long-lasting
- Suitable for dynamic soaring
winds
- Flyable with all wind directions
locals
- Good people, friendly and hospitable
location
Gutan is a next closest high mountain after Hatis to the capital Yerevan. The summit is on 2300 m. It is 35km from city center.
coordinates, summit
40.368917°/ 44.683311°,
h = 2270 m