LEAVE IT TO MODEL AIRPLANE FLYING Marine Corps base bet People have lived near military installation have service aware hobby often encouraged base authorities record cooperation between military AMA hosting Nationals example great tradition exemplifies promotion aeromodeling United States throughout world 25 years radio-controlled models have flown little-used helicopter landing field Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base located between Oceanside San Clemente southern California paved 800- x 250-foot flying site sits picturesquely plateau surrounded nearby green hills distant mountains prevailing soft breezes usually directed straight down runway highly conducive RC flying Almost 20 years ago after few years informal flying Joint Military R/C Flyers AMA club 1694 chartered Mustering both military civilian members JMRC Flyers has distinguished itself ways Among its members number world-class RC pylon fliers pattern fliers scale modelers its roster includes least five AMA Hall Fame members clubs achievements have recognized prestigious AMA Award Excellence members proudly wear emblem official club flight jackets club has long tradition goals activities go far beyond needs RC flying groups Although gathering RC enthusiasts together providing place fly basic aim clubs JMRC Flyers has added high priority introducing sport/hobby RC flying potential devotees Through its Adopt-A-School program club representatives maintain busy schedule appearances flight demonstra tions local area schools igniting throngs willing youngsters excitement thrill model aviation vibrant programs carried JMRC Flyers acquainting active-duty military personnel possible RC flying unique approach offers hands-on flying experience provides flight student competent club instructor ready-to-go club radio airplane buddy-box setup enlisted officer-grade military personnel Camp Pendleton temporary assignment relatively short periods Furthermore discretionary funds support offduty pursuits such RC flying somewhat limited JMRC Flyers really provides outstanding assistance service personnel Club dues waived new military members first six months JMRC Flyers constantly recruits new military members June 27 club sponsored its first-ever mall show hosted Marine Corps Exchange MCX Camp Pendleton boasts extensive complex buildings housing different departments its MCX facility draws great active-duty retired military customers dependents especially weekends 50 Model Aviation ad out mall Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Exchange JMRC Flyers first-ever model airplane exhibit drew steady crowds JMRC Flyers president Dennis Verrill indoctrinates uniformed Marines mysteries radio-controlled models particular Saturday club displayed large number representative RC models Alongside models video monitor showing aspects model flying much AMA-produced videotapes Large signs posted offering No-Cost Flight Instruction new members club spokesmen worked crowd garnering likely prospects signing up spot well-planned endeavor unqualified success 33 new members brought club Practically raw novices needs have imposed great strain club training program Additional instructors now required will drawn ranks competent club members too much difficulty greatest challenge augment overworked fleet trainers radios engines club can continue its program no-cost training highly deserving active-duty service people Toward end Joint Military RIC Flyers soliciting donations RC trainers ARF type engines approximately 40 displacement quantity radio outfits suitable training purposes Firms individuals wish help should direct communications Joint Military R/C Flyers PO Box 342 San Luis Rey CA 92068 resounding success its first static mall show has prompted club make tradition next show will probably take place during winter holidays greater crowds will attendance enlisting new blood hobby/sport solution problems Joint Military Flyers Camp Pendleton just may have found very effective method achieving 1993 51 Recruiter Captain John Forquer signs up two off-duty Marines offer hands-on flying no-cost flight instruction contingent members Joint Military RIG Flyers participated Camp Pendleton clubs successful mall show
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/06
Page Numbers: 50, 51
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/06
Page Numbers: 50, 51
LEAVE IT TO MODEL AIRPLANE FLYING Marine Corps base bet People have lived near military installation have service aware hobby often encouraged base authorities record cooperation between military AMA hosting Nationals example great tradition exemplifies promotion aeromodeling United States throughout world 25 years radio-controlled models have flown little-used helicopter landing field Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base located between Oceanside San Clemente southern California paved 800- x 250-foot flying site sits picturesquely plateau surrounded nearby green hills distant mountains prevailing soft breezes usually directed straight down runway highly conducive RC flying Almost 20 years ago after few years informal flying Joint Military R/C Flyers AMA club 1694 chartered Mustering both military civilian members JMRC Flyers has distinguished itself ways Among its members number world-class RC pylon fliers pattern fliers scale modelers its roster includes least five AMA Hall Fame members clubs achievements have recognized prestigious AMA Award Excellence members proudly wear emblem official club flight jackets club has long tradition goals activities go far beyond needs RC flying groups Although gathering RC enthusiasts together providing place fly basic aim clubs JMRC Flyers has added high priority introducing sport/hobby RC flying potential devotees Through its Adopt-A-School program club representatives maintain busy schedule appearances flight demonstra tions local area schools igniting throngs willing youngsters excitement thrill model aviation vibrant programs carried JMRC Flyers acquainting active-duty military personnel possible RC flying unique approach offers hands-on flying experience provides flight student competent club instructor ready-to-go club radio airplane buddy-box setup enlisted officer-grade military personnel Camp Pendleton temporary assignment relatively short periods Furthermore discretionary funds support offduty pursuits such RC flying somewhat limited JMRC Flyers really provides outstanding assistance service personnel Club dues waived new military members first six months JMRC Flyers constantly recruits new military members June 27 club sponsored its first-ever mall show hosted Marine Corps Exchange MCX Camp Pendleton boasts extensive complex buildings housing different departments its MCX facility draws great active-duty retired military customers dependents especially weekends 50 Model Aviation ad out mall Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Exchange JMRC Flyers first-ever model airplane exhibit drew steady crowds JMRC Flyers president Dennis Verrill indoctrinates uniformed Marines mysteries radio-controlled models particular Saturday club displayed large number representative RC models Alongside models video monitor showing aspects model flying much AMA-produced videotapes Large signs posted offering No-Cost Flight Instruction new members club spokesmen worked crowd garnering likely prospects signing up spot well-planned endeavor unqualified success 33 new members brought club Practically raw novices needs have imposed great strain club training program Additional instructors now required will drawn ranks competent club members too much difficulty greatest challenge augment overworked fleet trainers radios engines club can continue its program no-cost training highly deserving active-duty service people Toward end Joint Military RIC Flyers soliciting donations RC trainers ARF type engines approximately 40 displacement quantity radio outfits suitable training purposes Firms individuals wish help should direct communications Joint Military R/C Flyers PO Box 342 San Luis Rey CA 92068 resounding success its first static mall show has prompted club make tradition next show will probably take place during winter holidays greater crowds will attendance enlisting new blood hobby/sport solution problems Joint Military Flyers Camp Pendleton just may have found very effective method achieving 1993 51 Recruiter Captain John Forquer signs up two off-duty Marines offer hands-on flying no-cost flight instruction contingent members Joint Military RIG Flyers participated Camp Pendleton clubs successful mall show
