Airplane Bowl natural avalanche

Located off Lionhead Ridge outside West Yellowstone, this natural avalanche likely released after the large storm ended Wednesday, December 15. This slope is SE facing and the crown is about 9,400 feet. Faceted snow at/near the ground was the likely weak layer that avalanched. Photo: GNFAC

Location
Lionhead Ridge
Avalanche Details: Airplane Bowl natural avalanche
Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Forecast for Tue Dec 21, 2021
Lionhead Range, 2021-12-20
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