Model Aviators

Association

The Model Aviators Association (MAA) was launched by our President at the Plumpton Model Show in August 1997.  The MAA was formed by a group of modellers with the interests of aero-modellers in mind and the promotion of model flying in the wake of the Model Pilots Association (MPA).  This time it was to be an independent association, with a committee and group members dedicated to helping others to learn to fly.

The aims and objectives of the MAA are to promote, encourage and develop all aspects of model aviation.  So who better to have as a life president than David Boddington who has probably done more for aero-modelling in the country than  any other individual?  He has been an editor of numerous modelling magazines and has written many books on various aero-modelling subjects.  He has also introduced many newcomers to the hobby of model aviation and has been involved with films and television drama series.

The MAA have our own training models fully equipped with R/C in both modes one and two.  So if you are a complete novice and do not own a model yet, there is no reason why you cannot still Have-a-Go.  With two Chris Foss Uno-Wots, a Precedent hi boy power training models and a Thunder Tiger Raptor  helicopter on the power site, a Great Planes Spectra, Pheonix Synergy and a Fun Start gliders on the slope soaring site.  All of the models are equipped with a Buddy-Box system, which allows the instructor to take control if you should find yourself in trouble.  If you are already hand-on or learning a certain manoeuvre, then the experienced instructors are there to help.  They are all dedicated flyers in their own right, and just love helping and promoting good safe flying.

The MAA have a working relationship with Thornwick Bay and Ladram Bay Holiday Centre, which able us to offer two annual holidays, the week after may day at Thornwick Bay, North Yorkshire, England and a week in September at Ladram Bay, Devon, England.  Click here to see what the sites have to offer  Thornwick Bay, Ladram Bay.  The holidays have something to offer all the  family and so leave you free to come and go as you please.  The difference is that during the day there are organised attractions for the modellers that only the MAA can offer in this form.  A large room is provided for an indoor building course for those who would like to learn more about building R/C model aircraft, or just repairing if needed.  A fully stocked model shop is available for those little bits and pieces or complete kits and radio sets at a discounted price to MAA members.  For those of you who just want to fly your models there are numerous established flying locations to offer.  There is also on-site evening entertainment in the  club.  If you prefer, we offer seminars and guest speakers representing various model aviation trade topics and demonstrations on “how to”.  There is even a R/C simulator for you to brush up on what you have leant during the day, or just for enjoyment. 

The power-flying site for both holidays are situated within a few miles of the camps and they are flat, well maintained and established flying sites.  There is a choice of several soaring sites available locally, which covers the majority of wind directions.  Each flying site has its own Chief Flying Instructor and Flying Instructors.  Indoor flight is carried out in the hall and, although this can be a fairly restricted area, IFO model and a couple of fun fly designs have flown quite capably and safely.

Model Aviators Association

Caroline Scoles

c/o Grimsby Model Centre, 22 Lord Street, Grimsby     DN31 2LU

Tel 07771 751959

E-mail: maauk@hotmail.co.uk  

Holiday Dates for 2008

 Thornwick Bay Filey, North Yorkshire, England  

10^th May to 17^th May 2008

Ladram Bay Holiday Centre Otterton, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, England

6^th September to 13^th September 2008

Booking forms and information sheets for both events can be obtained by sending  an  A5 size SAE to:

Caroline Scoles, 22 lord street, Grimsby   DN31 2LU