I'm new to SASS and 60-Acres, what do I need to know?

FAQs

Do I need to be a member of SASS to fly at 60 Acres?

What are the field use rules?

Is flying sailplanes restricted at 60 Acres?

Yes, it is restricted.
The field is owned by King County and leased to Lake Washington Youth Soccer. SASS has entered into a long term user agreement with both King County and LWYSA.
60 acres is open to all throughout the wet season when the goal posts are stored off to the side of the field. This use is unrestricted except when another organization has reserved the field.
SASS has unrestricted use of 60 Acres South on Wednesdays and on three weekends during the soccer season.
SASS has a storage room at 60 Acres South for equipment and a BBQ.
SASS pays for site insurance for its members flying at 60 Acres.

What happens on Wednesday nights?

SASS is always looking for new members. Wednesdays at 60 Acres is seen as an outreach program to invite those interested in the hobby to try it out and a chance to setup new aircraft.

Is there a way to check what is going on at the field before I leave my house?

Yes, there are two ways. First is to check the calendar for use of the field by clicking here (link)
The second is to visit the web cams at the site to visually see the weather and what is happening. Click here for web cams at 60 Acres (link)

Can I sport fly when there is a contest?

It depends on the contest. There is a lot of room at 60 Acres. Typically, sport flying and contests can occur at the same time. However the contest has priority over sport flying concerning location and use of radio frequencies.

What club equipment is available for personal use at the field?

Typically there is none. A limited amount of equipment is stored at 60 Acres and is only available to a few with keys to the storage area.
When available, the club equipment stored here are high starts, winches, batteries and a BBQ.

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