OFFICIAL NOTICE The Free Flight Technical Committee invites applications for the posts of Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager for the British Space Models Team (Juniors and Seniors) competing in the 2023 World Championships to be held in Austin, Texas, USA on July 1st – 8th. The role of the Team Manager includes arranging international … Read More
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Team Manager and Assistant Team Manager for the 2023 World Championships for space models.
BMFA Subscriptions for 2023
The 75th Annual General Meeting of the Society of Model Aeronautical Engineers (SMAE) Ltd took place on Saturday 19th November. The AGM approved a small increase in the membership fees for 2023, primarily to cover the increased cost of insurance premiums. 2023 Membership fees (renewals will be available from 1st December 2022) are therfore: Senior … Read More
CAA Proposes 20% increase in Operator Registration Fee from April 2023
The CAA have launched a consultation on their Charges Scheme for 2023/24, with the proposed changes due to come into effect on the 1 April, 2023. The CAA proposals include a general 13.5% increase which would take the Operator Registration fee (currently £10) to £11.35. However, they then apply a rounding up to the nearest … Read More
BUCKMINSTER FF GALA 2022 ***Postponed***
Due to the unfavourable weather forecast (bearing in mind the venue), plus the need to accommodate other users of the site, Buckminster FF Gala will not take place on Sunay Nov. 6th. Reserve date is Sun. Nov 13, please check the website for confirmation.
BMFA In the Air Tonight returns. Tuesday 8th November @7pm
We are pleased to announce the return of our In the Air Tonight sessions for the 2022-2023 season. Starting with the return of the Flying Priest, Fr Luke Goymour on Tuesday 8th November at 7pm. Luke will share his thoughts and experiences on competing, building and flying with small free-flight models and explores the development … Read More
Achievement Scheme Review Committee Vacancies & R/C Silent Flight Achievement Scheme Controller
Achievement Scheme Review Committee Vacancies Four members of the existing Achievement Scheme Review Committee (ASRC) will retire by rotation at the end of this year, although they may apply for re-election. Therefore, we have vacancies on this important committee. Do you think you could become a member? If so, please get in touch with the … Read More
Club Bulletin 251 September 2022
The latest club bulletin can be viewed below and also downloaded from here
BMFA National Centre Model Engine and Aircraft Auction -Update
The first BMFA Model Engine and Aircraft Auction is almost upon us (29th October) and we have some interesting lots already booked in. Live advance viewing is available on Friday the 28th (11.00am – 4.00pm) and also on the day of the auction (9.00am – 10.00am). It is looking like the auction will feature around … Read More
Model Builders Show 1st and 2nd of October 2022
Traders List Inwoods Models SLEC Tony Nijhuis Designs Permagrit/Deluxe Materials PB Models Century UK Fighter Aces Als Hobbies Peak Tools Flightplan Models Roy’s Pantry (catering outlet) Practical Demonstrations in the Breakout Room/workshop Phil Clarke of Fighter Aces 10.30am Both Days Glass Cloth Epoxy Skinning plus the Klass Kote Paint System. Tony Nijhuis Designs 12.30pm Both … Read More
Notice of the 75th Annual General Meeting of the SMAE Ltd and Annual Prize Giving Dinner
The AGM and Annual Prize-giving Dinner will be held at the Voco St John’s Hotel, 651 Warwick Road, Solihull, B01 1AT. This is a new venue for the AGM at a well-appointed hotel that offers amenities more appropriate for our Centenary celebrations. The AGM is the opportunity for your club to have a direct say … Read More