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ABOUT
Flying takes place at the club’s own flying field a few kilometres north of Albury, this facility is available seven days a week, although most activity takes place on weekends, particularly on Sundays. The flying field, in addition to its runway also has a club house, toilets and shade shelter. An area where smaller electric models and free flight models can be flown is also provided. A new addition to the site is a world class facility for flying control line models comprising an 80 metre concrete circle. This mini airfield has been developed over recent years by club members with assistance from the Model Aeronautical Association of Australia, the Victorian Model Aircraft Association and Albury Council.
The Club is affiliated with the Victorian Model Aircraft Association (VMAA) and the Model Aeronautical Association of Australia (MAAA) and operates under air navigation rules as required by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA). It is strongly recommended that prospective members talk to current club members, and enquire about the club’s training program, before any radio equipment, engine or model is purchased. A little advice taken before starting could save frustration and unnecessary expense, while ensuring rapid progress in flying skill.
Initial enquiries can also be made by contacting
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The Club has an established training policy in place, with qualified
instructors to assist student pilots through all
aspects of radio controlled flying up to their solo stage and
beyond. In addition to this flying training, help and advice is
always available from experienced members to assist new starters in
both the selection of equipment and aircraft
construction.
Younger members can gain valuable experience from
building and flying model aircraft; the acquired skills and knowledge
can greatly enhance their career prospects,
particularly in the aircraft industry.
