182 clubs took part in the 2023 attempt which took place on Sunday 14th May 2023. Despite varied weather across the day, 16 clubs were unable to take part due to bad weather or a waterlogged flying site, a total of 2224 aircraft were airborne as the clock ticked past noon. Another fantastic achievement. While … Read More
General News
2023 BMFA Record Attempt – Result
The BMFA & SAA commit to work together for the benefit of all model flyers in Scotland
This joint statement, on behalf of the SAA and BMFA, is being released to members of both Associations as an update on the progress to date between our two organisations on the agreement to ‘work together’ in Scotland to the mutual benefit of all members. As we now enter the Spring of 2023, we are … Read More
Tony Hooper MBE (1941 – 2023)
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the sad passing of Tony Hooper on Thursday 30th March 2023. Having developed an interest in aviation at an early age, he remained an aeromodeller throughout his life, serving the Large Model Association as the co-ordinator of their over 20kg Scheme (including being the point … Read More
CAA Increase Operator Registration Fees from April
Most members are probably aware that the CAA were proposing a 20% increase in the Operator Registration Fee from £10 to £12 from April 2023 (see https://bmfa.org/caa-proposes-20-increase-in-operator-registration-fee-from-april-2023). The CAA run a consultation on their proposed fee increases each year and normally receive a few dozen responses. This year, the CAA received hundreds of responses, the … Read More
Are you looking for a fresh & unique challenge? BMFA – Finance & Admin Support Officer
The British Model Flying Association is seeking to recruit a talented and highly-motivated person as a Finance & Admin Support Officer to join the existing staff. This role will be primarily focussed on the accounting and financial management of the Association in preparation for the retirement of our long-term Accounts Manager in early 2024. The … Read More
BMFA In the Air Tonight, December sessions
6th December @ 7pm Jet aeromodelling with Dave Wilshere Dave Wilshire has been flying model aircraft since Noah was leading his animals onto the arc, his experience covers just about all types of models but for the last couple of decades Dave has specialised in Turbine powered models. Dave will give us an insight into … Read More
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
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
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
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