BMFA Record Attempt success
Well, we did it. Snatched a break in the rain and helped the BMFA on its way to set a record. Our official count puts 33 aircraft flying at 12 noon on Sunday 15th May…
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Congratulations …
Congratulations to Chris B who passed his ‘A’ test and thanks for Colin for examining. Another success for the excellent training scheme: well done lads!
Patch mowing Tuesdays 11am-1pm
The groundsmen will be mowing, white lining and maintaining the patch on Tuesdays 11am-1pm from tomorrow onwards. Flying will need to be put on hold at this time.
Spring Fly-in this Sunday
Don’t forget to get ready for our Spring Fly-In this Sunday, 3rd April.The weather looks fair, with a gentle 9mph wind from the west-north-west. Bring some cash for a Sausage or Bacon sarnie (£1).
Spring Fly-in moved to Sunday 3rd April
The Spring Fly-in has been moved to Sunday 3rd April (from Sunday 27th March which is Mother’s Day!)
BMFA Centenary World Record Attempt
Do you want to be part of a Guinness World Record? The BMFA are attempting to set a new Guinness World Record on Sunday 15th May at 12 noon for the total number of aircraft…
No need to sign in / out
Given that Covid restrictions have been removed it is no longer necessary to sign in / out when flying. Thank you to all those who helped club members by signing the book.
3D printed servo trays …
For those who need some bespoke 3D printed servo trays, servo mounts and control horns (and possibly more) at very reasonable costs, look no further than the services of Jim H. See details on the…
Club Events
John B has made a useful list of Club events and National Model events to add to your diaries: See the Events and Club Nights 2022 page of the NBRMAS website.
Rule 37: ‘All models must be suitably restrained’
Having witnessed, on Sunday, an electric model shoot, uncontrolled, about 30 feet from the pits due to it not being suitably restrained, can I remind members of rule 37: ‘All models must be suitably restrained’.