Where to Fly
Find a flying field that is large, flat and wide open. Look for areas
where there are no large obstructions interrupting smooth flowing
wind. Obstructions, such as trees or buildings, add turbulence and
reduce wind speed near ground levels. Determine the wind’s direction
by throwing grass or sand into the air. The direction of the wind will
determine where your flight area will be and where you will set up the
kite. Winds around 8-12 M.P.H. are ideal for learning how to fly your
Osprey Sport Kite.
Beaufort Scale
Wind Speed
Description
Specifications for use on Land
0-1
Calm
Calm; smoke rises vertical.
1-3
Light Air
Direction of wind shown by smoke drift,
but not by wind vanes.
4-7
Light Breeze
Wind felt on face; leaves rustle; ordinary
vanes moved by wind.
8-12
Gentle Breeze
Leaves and small twigs in constant
motion; wind extends light flag.
13-18
Moderate Breeze Raises dust and loose paper; small
branches are moved.
19-24
Fresh Breeze
Small trees and leaves begin to sway;
crested wavelets form on inland waters.
25-31
Strong Breeze
Large branches in motion; whistling
heard in telegraph wires; umbrellas used
with difficulty.
Note: Wind Conditions aloft may vary considerably from those found near ground level.
Optimum Wind Conditions for Osprey Kites
WIND�
(MPH)
0
1
CALM
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11 12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21 22 23
24
27
28
29
30
LIGHT AIR
LIGHT BREEZE
GENTLE BREEZE
MODERATE BREEZE
FRESH BREEZE
STRONG BREEZE
25
26
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