Dear BMFA Member (Sent to all members) The UK adopted the EU regulations for unmanned aircraft (which included model flying) in 2019 and these will come into effect on December 31st, 2020. This is the same day that we exit from the EU, but regulations in place at the point of departure will be transferred… Read More »
Dear Nadmas member, Season’s Greetings to you and your family. Please be aware that your NADMAS membership and BMFA insurance expire at 23:59 on 31st December 2020. After that date, you should not fly unless both have been renewed. The option to renew NADMAS membership is only available until 31 Jan 2021. After that date… Read More »
The BBC Countryfile program did a small piece on model flying, You can view the episode here. (Starts around 43mins mark!)
The bmfa members guide to the updated CAA rules
Below are two links for current weather conditions, great to know before leaving the house https://www.ventusky.com/ http://animate.meteoradar.co.uk/
A few people have asked me about my small indoor rc model as they like the slow nature and long flight times I achieve with it. It fits in well flying along side models like the Vapor. The model is based on a freeflight model called the hanger rat seen below. Its is basically… Read More »
The September BBQ was an amazing success, The weather was absolutely perfect, in fact there was little or no wind With the BBQ going everyone was able to cook and enjoy the afternoon. Dave had even bought the kettle for a cuppa or a proper coffee! There was a great turnout of members, which was… Read More »
Website hosted by the British Model Flying Association
As many of you are aware our Secretary has built two model stands for everyone to use up at the flying field. They are a great to prepare the model and also have the additional safety benefit when starting a model. At the end of day please put them to the side of the ‘pits’… Read More »
UPDATE ON CHANGES TO UK REGULATIONS (AND THE 400FT HEIGHT LIMIT) – CAA PERMISSION & EXEMPTION PUBLISHED • Chief Executive • General, News Flash • 24/07/2018 21:56:00 • View Count 10324 • Return The recent 2018 amendments to the Air Navigation Order will come into effect on the 30th July,… Read More »