Cumbernauld Fly in
Well done Callum Diaplo for winning the Lew Weaver trophy 2023
at Cumbernauld fly in, an up and coming pilot and skilled well beyond
his 15 years of age, already in position his silver certification and looking
to get his LMA certification.
Another winner on the Saturday for the the Alan Ward Trophy was John Lang for skilled and realistic scale flight
of this Jet, John is another young skilled pilot in both planes and Helicopters and both pilots are a credit to the flying club.
Promoting Safe & Lawful Flying
The area does this through administering the national BMFA Achievement Scheme at local level.
The area aims to arrange a number of Achievement Scheme seminars and workshops every year.
Could you club host an achievement scheme workshop or testing day?
Promoting Affiliated Clubs and the BMFA
Every year the area attends a number of events to promote model aircraft flying and also supports clubs that are attending events. From large public events, to model flying shows right through to country fairs and village fetes. We often need volunteers to hep and we can also assist you if you are planning on promoting model flying at events.
Can you assist your Area at these events? Do you need help from us at an event your club is attending?
If so please contact us!
Events for all members in the Area
The area organises a number of model flying and related events every year for all BMFA members to attend.
From swap meets to indoor and outdoor flying events, keep an eye on our calendar for details of events taking place in your local area.
Online area and club meetings
All area meetings are now conducted using Zoom, no more travelling, represent your club from the comfort of your own home!
The Area Zoom account is also available for affiliated clubs to hold online meetings, click below to request a Zoom booking.
Please note availability is strictly on a first come first served basis.