New! Check the weather at the field before leaving home, live from the Ardmore weather station. A more comprehensive display is on the 'Weather' page.
Unfortunately the time has come to restrict vehicle access to the field so our padlock has been removed from the gate. The committee will monitor the conditions and control further access until after the winter big wet.
The June - July 09 newsletter in pdf format, is now available to download.
Adobe Reader is needed to open the file, which can be obtained free from here. ![]()
Buy and Sell page Price reductions on 2nd February plus addition!
The Club can assist new people to the sport by providing training and information, see about.
Flying hours are published in the newsletter and also on the location page.
The Rules governing model flying on the PMAC flying site can be viewed here and are also displayed on the clubhouse window and inside the frequency control box.
Check out the weather over the next few days in Auckland. http://www.metservice.co.nz/default/index.php?alias=auckland
Application forms for membership can be downloaded here printed out then submitted. Information on membership and fees will also be found on this page.
Check out the document section for articles on A123 batteries, calculating MAC, trimming models and prop speeds.
The calendar lists the 'no fly' days when the grounds are booked for exclusive use by one of the equine clubs that share the use of the grounds and also lists other planned club events. Please check this page regularly for changes to the 'no fly' days.
NZMAA ( now called 'Model Fly NZ' administer a 'Wings Program' which is a program to promote a basic level of flying skill in conjunction with issuing 'Proficiency Certificates' for special categories.
'Wings' will be compulsory for all new members joining after 30th June and all existing members as of 1st Jan 2012. Full details on the wings page.
There is a $12 charge for the wings badge ( normally issued with a 'BFWP' (was 'S') for sport category) and any later category additions are free.
If you would like to take the initial Wings test or add another proficiency category to your certificate please download a test form and bring it with you to the field. It would be wise to try to arrange with an instructor beforehand. Check the newsletter for instructors.
A full list of approved NZ model aircraft radio control frequencies can be viewed here
