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.
News Flash
BUCKMINSTER FF GALA 2022 ***Postponed***
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
**New Special Offer** Accidental Damage, Flyaway and Theft cover for your drones
The BMFA and British Drone Flyers have teamed up with A-Plan Insurance to offer Moonrock Drone Insurance for members’ drones. As BMFA/BDF membership already provides excellent third-party liability cover, the cover provided through Moonrock does not include this, but it provides cover for the drone in the event of accidental damage, unintentional fly-away or theft … Read More
BMFA Centenary Exhibition Live – In the Air Tonight recording
If you missed the live broadcast from the BMFA Centenary Exhibition at BMFA Buckminster it is now available to watch on the BMFA YouTube channel along with all previous In the Air Tonight sessions.
BMFA Centenary Limited Edition print now available to buy online
The BMFA has agreed a limited edition (50) high quality print run of this painting, “The Timeless Fascination of Flight” by Ben Goymour. Commissioned especially for the BMFA Centenary the prints can now be purchased from the all new BMFA Online store at https://shop.bmfa.org/product/limited-edition-centenary-painting-print