Articles by James Penman

Congratulations …

… to Evren for flying an excellent ‘A’ test routine for his solo waiver, flying his trusty Acro Wot with a purring Laser up front, in quite breezy conditions. Thanks also to the training team…

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No Flying Friday 12th May

There is a NOTAM out for Friday 12th May. There will be an intensive helicopter training day at Landmead by the Gazelle Squadron at Landmead all day from 10:00am until 5:00pm. https://www.dronesafetymap.com/#loc=51.6633383,-1.1999021,10.314078991764125 NOTAM.

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No flying Saturday 6th May 1:20pm-2:00pm

A temporary flight restriction has been put in place tomorrow (6th May) due to the Coronation. This includes model aircraft. It is only for 40 minutes, so if you are braving the weather at the…

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Congratulations …

Congratulations to Andy and Tim for gaining their waiver to fly solo at the patch. Both demonstrated controlled and safe flying with a good understanding of club rules. We look forward to seeing them as…

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Rule change: NBRMAS Solo Waiver

In order to bring the NBRMAS procedure of allowing members to fly solo (Rule 8) in line with other local clubs and BMFA guidance, that the ‘A’ test should be used as ‘personal goals and…

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Reservoir …

Have you responded to the Thames Water draft WRMP? If not, the closing date is today. To respond, please follow the advice from Gard below: Click on this link to reach the Thames Water questionnaire:Hearing…

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Gate replacement

As a temporary measure we have installed a chain to replace the gate. It is very simple to use – the loop just goes over the post opposite the gate. No padlock for now.

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Gate to car park …

The gate to our car park has finally broken – the bottom hinge bracket has rusted away. While we work out how to mend / replace / find an alternative solution please leave this open:…

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Reservoir – act now …

The proposed Abingdon reservoir is becoming a real threat to our flying site. GARD (Group Against Reservoir Development) have long campaigned on our behalf against this development. It is now our turn to act, before…

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