July Meeting News

 It was truly perfect flying weather for the July meeting. We had several hours of flying- everything from glow engines and electric war birds to combat wings. Thanks to Bill H. for trimming the field before the meeting.

 Items discussed at the July association meeting included:
- procurement of artificial runway material.
- rotor challenge?
- sponsorship of local girls soccer team.
- success of the flight demonstration for the summer enrichment academy.
- Acceptable FPV practices and procedures at the field.

Members in attendance: Dick K., Mark M., Bill H., Dave Mb., Rob C., Bill A., Chuck M., Todd P., James L.

3,2,1...RACE!

Pre-race prep in the pits.

It was a beautiful day for the second round of pylon racing at the Urbana RC Park. However, the steady wind made pylon turns a little tricky on the upwind turn. One plane unfortunately rolled over too far in a turn and plowed into the tall grass. (A bit of hot glue will fix that!)

The aim is to turn as close to the pylon as possible, without cutting around it.

Mike U. took first overall for the day with three first-place wins. For the full results of today's racing and the season points standing, click on: Racing Results

Mike's smiling for a reason...FIRST PLACE, BABY!

Association News

It was a busy Friday for the Flying Association: 
This morning, association officers Dick K. and Rob C. put on a model aircraft demonstration for the Summer Enrichment Academy at Bellefontaine High School. The students were able to see various types of model aircraft, learn about how they function, and see a flight demonstration. Afterward, they had a great time trying out the AMA balsa gliders Dick K. provided. The kids were knowledgeable about the principles of flight and keenly interested in how the models worked. Who knows, perhaps there are a few future pilots in the group?

Thanks for the wonderful thank-you card guys, and thank you to Kevin Penwell for inviting us back again this year.

The SEA students showing off their AMA gliders. (Faces hidden to protect privacy).

Later in the day, several members came out to the field to take advantage of the gorgeous weather. More photos from today's flying can be found on our photos page.

Todd P. helps a young pilot earn his wings.

Remember: PYLON RACING Saturday- BE THERE OR BE SQUARE!

Ah- WARM weather- it's SUMMER!

Thursday was a great evening for flying. We finally had weather that was warm and not too windy. Thanks to the efforts of Bill and Dick, we had a runway cut and ready for flying. Dick's 3-D printed Cessna 152 (pics forthcoming) took to the air for its maiden flight and flew beautifully. A loose muffler grounded Rob after it caused two hairy dead-stick landings (thanks for the tools, Mark!). But- the attraction of the evening was Mike's carbon fiber, 700-size Goblin. Wow- what a super sick heli! (That's what the cool kids say...)

We are rooting for you taking first at the AMA Nats this year Mike!

A June meeting with March weather.

Dave M.'s electric Astro Hog.

Our June meeting took place under dreary, cold skies on Wednesday. Items discussed at this month's meeting included:

- Possible artificial turf for the field. We are awaiting more news from our potential source.
- Picnics after each pylon race.
- FPV "waiver" for drone racing events at our field.
- Designing the swap meet flyers for next year.
- Producing a rules sign for the flying field and getting it printed.
- Starting service for the port-o-john at the end of the month.
- Rotor Challenge date awaiting more information.

- NEED HELP WITH MOWING EACH WEEK.

Members in attendance: Mark, Dick, Bill H., Bill A., Rob, Dave Mb., Chuck

SMAC Invitational Picnic

Thanks to the members of the Springfield Model Airplane Club (SMAC) for inviting us to their annual fly-in and picnic. The weather was perfect for flying, the hamburgers tasty, and everyone had a great time:

Urbana member Todd P. watches as one of the jets does a fast pass down the runway.

Members Bill A., Dick K., and Danny W. enjoy the show from the shade of the pavilion.

The jets were awesome to watch as they did loops and rolls.