District I
Andy Argenio, District I Vice President; [email protected]
- Connecticut
- Maine
- Massachusetts
- New Hampshire
- Rhode Island
- Vermont
It is a well-known fact that our AMA modeling community attracts a higher percentage of its members from those who are or have been involved in some facet of full-scale aviation than from other vocations. With this thought in mind, the Southern New Hampshire Flying Eagles R/C Club decided to set up an exhibitor’s booth at the Daniel Webster College (DWC) Aviation Heritage Festival, September 24–25, 2005.
Daniel Webster College Aviation Heritage Festival
DWC has long been distinguished as one of the nation’s leaders in professional aviation education. Its festival appeals to people of all ages and features up-close viewing of dozens of legendary aircraft from all eras, guest speakers, aerobatic flight demonstrations, military fly-bys, and airplane rides.
The Flying Eagles president Jay Francis and club member Norman Ellis organized the exhibit. With the help of other club members, they staffed the booth for the weekend. Norman sent the following report:
“Weather for the festival weekend was perfect and the crowd was huge. We spoke with people from throughout New England and some from as far away as New York, Indiana, Michigan, and North Carolina.
“We had as many as five people working the booth daily, answering questions about the AMA, RC flying, and club locations. We handed out more than 400 club business cards and AMA literature packs. We referred people to the AMA website and described how to search the club locator page for a club near them.
“From the very young to the very old, eyes would light up and big smiles would break out when they saw the scale models we had on display. On a local level, we have already seen the fruits of our labor with visitor activity and new membership.”
On behalf of AMA, thank you to the club and its members. This was a wonderful way to promote AMA membership growth. The $150 table fee will be paid from the AMA District I budget.
Ashuelot Valley Flyers — Annual Fall Float-Fly
The following float-fly event report was sent by Patrick Libby, District I associate vice president from Vermont.
“On September 25, 2005, the Ashuelot Valley Flyers held their annual fall float-fly in Keene, New Hampshire, at the Otter Brook Dam. Club president Scott Blair invited members of clubs in the area to attend what has become a must-not-miss event. I have been attending this meet for four years. I was hooked the first time I saw this beautiful, expansive lakeside site, especially with its colorful fall foliage and the wonderful hospitality of the local fliers.
“Mother Nature can be rather unforgiving in the Northeast this time of year. In spite of the chilly, overcast day with some drizzle, the 14 registered pilots flew more than 20 scale and aerobatic aircraft including floatplanes, amphibious airplanes, and flying boats. Power sources ran the gamut from glow and gas to electric motors. All who attended had a great time and warmed themselves with free coffee and donuts, good conversation, and a noon speedboat demonstration.”
Details
- Registered pilots: 14
- Aircraft flown: more than 20 (scale and aerobatic)
- Types: floatplanes, amphibious airplanes, flying boats
- Power sources: glow, gas, electric
This site is under consideration for a future AMA District I–sponsored float-fly. The Ashuelot Valley Flyers look forward to better weather next year and hope to see increased attendance at this spectacular float-flying event. It’s all about fun, flying, and friendship.
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