Last updated January 2010
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The Aurora Model Aircraft Club is dedicated to the sport of model aviation and it is an incorporated, not for profit organization in the Province of Ontario. Founded in 1971 by a small group of aero model enthusiasts, the club is sanctioned by the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada. The membership endorses safety, radio control flight instruction and community involvement.
Frozen Finger Fly Video, January 1, 2010
Latest Club News: January 2010( For all the latest club news, click here: Latest Club News ) Happy New Year Everyone Club members ushered in the new year with a "Frozen Finger" fly on January 1. If this is a sign of what's coming this year, its going to be a GREAT year!! Thanks to all the club memebrs that contributed photos for our slide show (scroll up if you missed it) and thanks to Josh for a spectaualr short video as well. (scroll up for that too) Indoor begins in January Click the "Indoor RC" tab on left to see more details about our indoor season that begins in January. 2010 Membership Dues are due! The 2010 dues were the first order of business after the new executive was elected. Fee structure from last year will remain unchanged For Fee Schedule and Forms, click here: Link to 2010 Renewal Forms and Dues Page (An EarlyBird discount is available if you renew before Dec 31, 2009) Swap Meet date set: Sunday March 14, 2010 The date or the 2010 swap meet has been set for Sunday March 14, 2010 We are moving to a larger venue and expanding the swap meet to include a static display and use of Simulators Mark your calendar for this event. This will be an "Everything R/C" meet, not just planes. So if you have any friends that like RC cars or boats, bring them along! The meet will be held in Newmarket this year at the Newmarket Community Center, 252 Main Street, Newmarket, Ontario L2Y3Z5 For more details or to reserve a table, please go to our swap meet page shown here: Link to SWAP MEET Page . Upcoming EventsCombat workshop: Date TBD. Fee: $20 Sign-Up Link: Combat WorkshopIndoor Flying Begins: January 9. See indoor web page in the top left section for Details, Dates and Directions FAQ: Q: How much does it cost to get an airplane?A: basic package of Engine, Radio and Airplane starts at about $300 and up. The Engine and Radio can be reused indefinitely and can be transferred to another airplane, so once you have the engine and radio, a new plane can be purchased for about $100. Q: Now that I have a plane, what is it going to cost me to join your club?A: Membership fees are reasonable. Open membership is $60 per year. Seniors are $30 and Junior members are $10. All members must also purchase insurance through our governing body, the Model Aviation Authority of Canada(MAAC) http://www.maac.ca/ . Annual MAAC insurance is $75 for adults and $10 for juniors. Q: I am a beginner and I need flying lessons. How much will that cost me?A: Other than your membership and insurance fees (above) there are no additional costs. Flying lessons are FREE for as long as you need them. Q: How old do you have to be to start flying?A: There is no age limit to participate in this enjoyable hobby. Pilots can be any age. Presently, our oldest member is 85 years old and our youngest winged member was 8 years old when he got his wings.
Happy New Year Everyone
Club members ushered in the new year with a "Frozen Finger" fly on January 1. If this is a sign of what's coming this year, its going to be a GREAT year!! Thanks to all the club memebrs that contributed photos for our slide show (scroll up if you missed it) and thanks to Josh for a spectaualr short video as well. (scroll up for that too)
Indoor begins in January Click the "Indoor RC" tab on left to see more details about our indoor season that begins in January.
2010 Membership Dues are due!
The 2010 dues were the first order of business after the new executive was elected. Fee structure from last year will remain unchanged For Fee Schedule and Forms, click here: Link to 2010 Renewal Forms and Dues Page (An EarlyBird discount is available if you renew before Dec 31, 2009)
Swap Meet date set: Sunday March 14, 2010
The date or the 2010 swap meet has been set for Sunday March 14, 2010 We are moving to a larger venue and expanding the swap meet to include a static display and use of Simulators Mark your calendar for this event. This will be an "Everything R/C" meet, not just planes. So if you have any friends that like RC cars or boats, bring them along! The meet will be held in Newmarket this year at the Newmarket Community Center, 252 Main Street, Newmarket, Ontario L2Y3Z5 For more details or to reserve a table, please go to our swap meet page shown here: Link to SWAP MEET Page .
Upcoming Events
Q: How much does it cost to get an airplane?A: basic package of Engine, Radio and Airplane starts at about $300 and up. The Engine and Radio can be reused indefinitely and can be transferred to another airplane, so once you have the engine and radio, a new plane can be purchased for about $100.
Q: Now that I have a plane, what is it going to cost me to join your club?A: Membership fees are reasonable. Open membership is $60 per year. Seniors are $30 and Junior members are $10. All members must also purchase insurance through our governing body, the Model Aviation Authority of Canada(MAAC) http://www.maac.ca/ . Annual MAAC insurance is $75 for adults and $10 for juniors.
Q: I am a beginner and I need flying lessons. How much will that cost me?A: Other than your membership and insurance fees (above) there are no additional costs. Flying lessons are FREE for as long as you need them.
Q: How old do you have to be to start flying?A: There is no age limit to participate in this enjoyable hobby. Pilots can be any age. Presently, our oldest member is 85 years old and our youngest winged member was 8 years old when he got his wings.
