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  About the Club

Affiliated to the British Model Flying Association - Club No 0007

Registered with South Woodham Ferrers Sports Council.

The AMFC is a power only Club,  we are unable to provide facilities for gliders and free flight at this time.

The flying site is located at Flambirds Farm on a 35 acre field with an open aspect (no trees to jump out at the model!).

Flying at Flambirds is allowed six days a week - Tuesday to Sunday for power flying from a large square. There are special arrangements for Bank Holidays when flying is allowed. A separate Helicopter square is available for those of that persuasion. The heli group is a growing and active section of the Club.

The Flambirds site, an ex-WW1 aerodrome, has a fascinating history which is told on the history page.

The Club is keen to train beginners to the sport and has a training coordinator and team of dedicated instructors, who give freely of their time, and are capable of teaching on either mode 1 (throttle right) or 2 (throttle left). A buddy box is available for use by the instructors if required.

The BMFA achievement scheme is actively supported and all flying members must attain the A certificate if they are to fly unattended by an instructor or a certified member.

During the year there are a number of events laid on for members. The emphasis is on fun rather than out and out competition. Most events use a points system and prizes are there to be won. The Club is fortunate to be supported by the local model trade who donate prizes for events.

The Club holds regular meetings on the first Monday of each month from 8pm onwards at the South Woodham Village Hall.