Articles by James Penman

I am very sad to announce the passing of our very good friend, David Bockett, yesterday evening, Sunday 11th June, 2023. He was only diagnosed recently, after several years of immobility and discomfort, that he…

Please be aware that the full size Gazelle helicopters may fly directly over our patch without warning. This has happened recently and despite the Committee’s attempt to ask them to inform us if and when…

Would you like to extend your skills to helping out tend our patch? The groundsmen would like some extra hands to call on every so often to help their excellent work maintaining the patch for…

… 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…

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.

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…

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…

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…

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…