flying site

Otis Model Aero Club

The Otis Model Aero Club has been awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $957.10. The Otis Model Aero Club was formed in Cape Cod around 50 years ago to promote the enjoyment of flying RC aircraft. The club has over 137 members has hosts several special events every year during the flying season. The OMAC had to build a new flying area to apply with the DF&G guidelines. The old site required the club to share the facility with bikers, horseback riders, do walkers, and wildlife enthusiasts. With the construction of the new site, the facility will be exclusively used for flying model aircraft. The total cost of the construction project was $9,467.77. Click here to check out the website for the Otis Model Aero Club.

Northern Hills R/C Flyers

The Northern Hills R/C Flyers have been awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $1,603.50. The Northern Hills R/C Flyers is located in South Dakota. The club has been an AMA Chartered Club since 1995. The club is always looking to add new members who share their passion for model aircraft. The Northern Hills R/C Flyers are very involved with Boy Scout troops in their community and frequently invite different organizations to come and learn about the model aviation hobby. The club leases their flying site from the City of Spearfish and the city is planning to expand the existing wastewater plant. This provides an issue for the club because of the state law on exposure to the byproduct. The city is offering the club a different plot of land but they need assistance with the development.

Northern Connecticut RC Club

Located in Enfield, CT, The Northern Connecticut RC Club received a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $1,011.52. The NCRCC formed as an AMA Club in 1962 with 35 members and currently have 176 members. The club is constantly working to improve their flying site to gain the attention of younger aeromodelers. The NCRCC hosts six major AMA sanctioned events each year and donates funds to the Wounded Warrior Project, Wishes on Wheels, and more. The NCRCC’s most recent project is to build a Pavilion. The club wants to build this to ensure the club’s legacy by attracting new, younger members, and ensuring their existing membership. The new Pavilion will provide a weather-protected environment for club members and their family members, and spectators and guests. The total cost of the project submitted for this grant was $10,115.20. Click here to check out the Northern Connecticut RC Club’s website.

Millersburg RC Modelers

The Millersburg RC Modelers have been awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $1,355.00 on behalf of the AMA. Located in Indiana, the Millersburg RC Modelers have been an AMA Chartered Club for 33 years. The Millersburg RC Modelers currently enjoy a Leader Club status. The club hosts a monthly event on the fourth Saturday of each moth call Sausage Saturdays. Club members, guest pilots, and spectators come out to enjoy some bratwursts and model flying. The club is in the process of relocating their flying site. While it was originally discouraging to learn of the loss of their flying site, the club is excited for the opportunity to create a first class RC Aerodrome from the ground up. The Millersburg RC Modelers plan to open their new site in the spring of 2016. Click here for more information on the Millersburg RC Modelers.

Masonic Home Flying Club

The AMA would like to congratulate the Masonic Home Flying Club for being awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $1,011.75. The Masonic Home Flying Club is located in Union City, CA. The club has been an AMA Chartered Club since November 5, 2014. The Masonic Home Flying Club is a group of eight retired seniors passionate about model flying. They have started a community outreach program and are currently reach out to local schools and various youth groups. The club is a brand new club and is currently looking to increase membership with individuals who are interested in the hobby of model aviation. To accomplish this, the club offers to buy the youths’ trainer plane and accessories and teach them how to fly. The club wanted to improve their site by fixing the old runway. The old runway was unpaved and located on a hill. The home administration paid for the work and the money from this grant will go towards repaying them. The total cost of the project was $10,117.53.

Liberty Flyers

The Liberty Flyers have been awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $490.81 on behalf of the AMA. The club is located in Rohnert Park, California. The Liberty Flyers have been an AMA Chartered Club for six years since January 2009. All work on the site improvement project has been completed and paid for. The project was paid for with club membership dues and the money from this grant will go towards replacing those funds. The club underwent a large construction project to improve their flying site. They installed a microfiber nylon fabric material for their 500’ x 35’ runway. The club also built a carport to provide shade and protection to club members and guests. And finally, the club built tables that provided much needed space for members and guests.

Lake County Modelers & Flyers Association

The Lake County Modelers & Flyers Association has been awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $1,888.91 on behalf of the AMA. The Lake County Modelers & Flyers Association is a group of individuals from across Michigan and nearby Great Lakes’ states that come together to fly RC aircraft at the Baldwin Municipal Airport. The club has been an AMA Chartered Club for just three years, but has already made a huge difference in their community. The club offers after-school programs that provide students with the opportunity to fly in the spring, summer, and fall. The club has already made improvements such as building an RC taxiway and pit row, and a pavilion. The club is now looking to build a fabric runway to improve their flying site even more. The money from this grant will be used to fund the remaining field improvement project. Click here for more information on the Lake County Modelers & Flyers Association.

Franklin County Radio Control Club

The Franklin County Radio Control Club, located in Greenfield, MA, has been awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $422.38. Started in the 1970s, the Franklin County Radio Control Club is located at the Turners Falls Airport in Turners Falls, MA. The club may be smaller in size, but they always have fun flying airplanes, helicopters, and FPV aircraft among others. The FCRCC is constantly encouraging growth and community. The FCRCC was able to improve their site ten-fold with the addition of an improved surface for pilots with electric aircraft. The club hopes to promote new member interest for those who don’t think it’s tangible financially and to provide education for those who wish to be involved with this construction addition. The main goal of the project is to have a unique platform to promote safety and education for those interested in all aspects of aviation. The total cost of this project was $4,223.81. Click here for more information about the Franklin County Radio Control Club.

Flying Eagles Inc.

The AMA would like to congratulate the Flying Eagles, Inc. for being awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $141.90. The Flying Eagles are located in Bay City, MI and have been an AMA Chartered Club for nine years. The club has already completed their site improvements and has seen an increase in club memberships. The Club completed the following construction projects to improve their flying site: rolling the field to remove lumps, building a pavilion to provide a place to socialize, and expanding the storage shed. The total cost of the project came to $1,618.98 and the club members accomplished all the hard labor. Click here for more info on the Flying Eagles, Inc.

Daytona Beach Radio Control Association

The Daytona Beach Radio Control Association has been awarded with a Flying Site Development Improvement Grant worth $880.00. Located in Daytona Beach, FL, the club has been an AMA Chartered Club for 46 years. The club’s flying site has two covered pavilions with concrete pads, along with multiple flying areas. The club is looking to grow their membership and needs to make improvements to their flying site to keep up with the growth. The parking area the club currently uses turns into a mud bog during part of the year. Construction for this project will improve the quality of the parking area and the overall quality of the club’s flying site. In addition, this construction project will allow the club to host larger events. Click here for more information on the Daytona Beach Radio Control Association.