On Saturday 28th September NDMAC held its annual Fly-in at Kirkistown. This late season date replaced our event, originally planned for 17th August, which was postponed due to poor weather.
At the end of a dull and very damp week, we could not have hoped for better weather than the day that arrived on Saturday. The sun shone, the wind died and a great turn out of planes and helicopters took to the air.
Although we had a super Fly-In last year, most people remarked that this year topped them all!
So what had made the difference?
Perhaps it was our new shelter, witnessing its first Fly-In. Perhaps it was the fantastic culinary marvels served up by Tony Barnes from the club's hard worked barbeque. Perhaps it was Mike Braithwaite and his hard working team, who so generously provided tea, coffee, cup cakes and non-stop aero-themed music over the PA system. Perhaps it was the wonderful and diverse range of models and equipment displayed by Dave's RC Models. Perhaps it was the very fine sum raised for Action M.S. Perhaps it was just the unexpected good weather and the chance to meet some friends, old and new. Perhaps it was the ballot prizes, kindly donated by Mike Braithwaite, Dave McClean and Matthew Poots on behalf of Horizon Hobbies.
I don't know what made the day so special, but I'll tell you that it will be hard to better that next year!
The visiting pilots, included Ian Robb, Harry Reid, David Nolan, Stephen Brown, and Stuart, the 'Utterly Butterly man' to mention just a few. Of course, Matthew Poots and wingman / father Trevor put on an immaculate and very entertaining aerial show which was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone present.
Stewart presents Ann Walker MBE, CEO Action M.S., with a cheque for £100 from the NDMAC
The event raised a whopping total of £353.59 for Action M.S.
Out sincere and grateful thanks go to everyone who came along to Kirkistown from near and far and who helped make this a thouroughly memorable 2013 Fly-In.
'Steadyhand'