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Firebirds Model Club News

March 2016 – 1

Down at the field Posted on Tue, March 15, 2016 20:30:51

Well we finally got a break in the weather on 12th March. It was sunny and calm and ideal for flying.

There was plenty of training going on. In the top left picture, Russel’s friend Chris got a few flights in and was progressing well. Here we have Nigel heading to the patch with Justin. Nigel also did very well and bagged his first landing.



March 2016 – 2

Down at the field Posted on Tue, March 15, 2016 20:29:11

John’s Extra/MX climb’s out after take-off

Alan’s cub taking off. The calm winds really favoured this light little plane. Some of the larger machines were struggling to slow down for the landing.

Pete was sporting a P38 Lightning recently acquired from the Romsey auction. It flew nicely from the first launch.

Alan was up and flying with his Majestic Major.