Spot-Landing Contests

Pilots attempt to land on a bulls-eye placed within the Landing Zone; a display of skill (or miserable failure!) that is always a favorite for spectators.

Gliders And More Gliders!

As many as 60 gliders are likely to be set up and launched during the day, an exciting event to watch. Plenty of photo and video opportunities!

Static Hang Glider Display

A hang glider will be set up for demonstration in the setup area at the Pulpit launch site, between the hours of 11:00am and 1:30pm on both days. Learn about modern hang gliding equipment (avionics, parachutes, radios), watch videos about the sport, and take home some promotional goodies from the United States Hang Gliding Association.

The Pulpit

The launch site for the Festival, located at Tuscarora Summit on the ridge just east of McConnellsburg, PA, about an hour and 45 minutes from Washington DC and Baltimore MD. (I-70 West to I-81 North, then Route 16 West to Mercersburg PA, right onto Route 75 North, left onto Route 30 West, Route 30 to the top of the ridge, then a left onto the dirt road next to Mountain View Inn)

The Landing Zone

The field where hang gliders and paragliders will land. Head south on Seventh Street (near McDonald's) from downtown McConnellsburg, for 2.1 miles. The Landing Zone is on the left.

Detailed directions and the latest event information can be obtained at the Festival's web site (chgpa.org), or by calling 301-770-4380. Since the Festival is weather-dependent, we suggest you call on the morning of the 18th and 19th to confirm the flying location for the day. Directions to alternate sites will be available on our web site, and will also be available at The Pulpit.