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Leg 26 – Volcano Traverse
Route: WADD ▸ WADE ▸ WADY ▸ WARE ▸ WARA
Aircraft: Kodiak 100 / Cessna 208 Caravan
Cruise: 160 KTAS | Altitude: 12,500 ft VFR
Distance: 231 NM | Air Time: ≈ 1 h 05 m | Break: 15 min @ WADY
Route Overview
A dramatic volcanic ridge‑crossing from Bali to Malang. Depart WADD under morning haze, climb past Mount Agung, then traverse the Raung–Semeru volcanic corridor. The mid‑leg rest stop at WADY sits perfectly between Raung and the Tengger Caldera, giving pilots a breather before the final push toward Malang.
Navigation Notes
| Segment | Waypoints | Terrain | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WADD → WADE | Bali coastline | Maintain 4,000 ft until clear of Agung’s airspace |
| 2 | WADE → WADY | Raung ridgeline | Smoke columns; maintain lateral separation |
| 3 | WADY → WARE | Tengger Caldera | Visual descent into mist; short hop after break |
| 4 | WARE → WARA | Malang approach | Expect haze and crosswinds from Semeru plume |
Scenic Highlights
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Mount Agung — Bali’s dominant stratovolcano
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Mount Raung — active crater, visible smoke
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Mount Semeru — Java’s highest peak, frequent eruptions
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Tengger Caldera & Mount Bromo — iconic sunrise basin
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Malang Valley — lush foothills and final descent corridor
Achievement — Volcano Explorer Badge
Pilots completing this leg earn the Volcano Explorer Badge, awarded for navigating active volcanic terrain at high‑altitude VFR.
Operational Notes
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Weather: Morning haze, variable winds, convective updrafts near volcanic peaks
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Visibility: Moderate → Good; expect smoke layers
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Recommended Formation: Loose — Kodiak lead, Caravan offset low‑right
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Rest Break: WADY — refuel, regroup, volcanic photo ops
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