Morning everyone, DGD went ahead yesterday in warm sunny conditions but flying was not brilliant. The clear blue sky made seeing models at height difficult, added to that the easterly breeze produced very little lift. Having said that, the small gathering enjoyed plenty of chat and of course the views were stunning. Check out our… Read More: Devon Glider Day 18th July 2021 »
The BMFA have issued an update on Article 16 which I think is a further slight change / relaxation of regulations for BMFA members Whereas the ‘open category’ has fairly restrictive regulations, the CAA have recognised the safe flying of BMFA members and other model flying organisations. The main differences seem to be related to… Read More: Article 16 update »
From John H. Hi Everybody, here is a forwarded message from Rob Oats of the Okehampton Model Flying Club. It would seem the best option as suggested, is to just hold just one event at the most suitable venue Sunday the 11th Oct. Good Morning Everyone, Storm Alex has scuppered our plans for the aerotow… Read More: Aero-Tow Events rescheduled »
Tony who own AK RC Models in Teignmouth has bought Bekra and will be reopening the shop on 4th July. Tony says that the shop has had a major refit and that there will be a greater presence of RC aircraft and cars with much more of the stock on display. Both shops will offer… Read More: AK RC Models – Teignmouth have bought Bekra Models in… »
From John. Due to ongoing restrictions the club has decided to cancel this event on 21st June. We will review the planned August event closer to the time.
I had a very close encounter with a deer racing across the B??? road between the duel carriageway and L.H this morning. I just managed to accelerate enough that it passed the boot by a very short margin. When they go, there is virtually no time to react so I felt very lucky. I wonder… Read More: Little Haldon – watch out for deer! »
BMFA have just issued this brief bulletin and intend to issue further guidance soon. British Model Flying Association 1 hr · *** IMPORTANT UPDATE – PLEASE READ *** A Return To The Skies First and foremost, we would like to thank members for adhering to the government guidelines during the lockdown. As many of you are… Read More: BMFA News – Return to the Skies »
I saw a good tip on the WWW recently – To charge or discharge all our LiPo’s to a storage charge as it looks as though they will not be used for some time. I wont go through the reasons as I guess our members have more LiPo experiences than me. Anyway, it prompted me… Read More: Li-Po Storage Charge »
Good morning Members, In the light of Boris’s announcement flying is now off the agenda, driving to a flying field is considered non-essential travel. I’m as frustrated as you all must now be but we, as a Club, can’t be seen to be stepping out of line. So, unless you’re having to work, now is… Read More: Message from our Chairman – All Flying has stopped »
Hi every one, as you probably suspected would inevitably happen we have cancelled the next April meeting at Kingsteignton. Even if we had continued turnout would sure to be low and this is the responsible action to minimise the chance of infection. I will notify you of further cancellations as the advice comes in. Regards… Read More: Club Monthly Meetings Cancelled »