This year's Model Railway Exhibition was held in Bangor Grammer School

Although the exhibits are mainly aimed at railway enthusiasts, there were plenty of model aircraft on display as well as a flying simulator which proved very popular with the younger folks.

'Steadyhand' was kept busy offering assistance to budding pilots trying out the simulator

NDMAC gave assistance on the NIAA stand and the Bangor Electric Flying Club provided 'live' entertainment with a number of well organised indoor flying displays.  These were accompanied with running commentries which held the attention of the spectators.

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FOURTEEN PILOTS TURNED OUT TODAY TO EVALUATE THE PROS & CONS OF FLYING FROM THE TOP END OF THE RUNWAY

The wind direction was from the south-east, directly along the runway, which necessitated planes landing towards the Pitts.  Although not ideal, everyone managed their take offs and touch downs very successfully.  No problem with the sun in your eyes when flying from this temporary flight line.

PLEASE NOTE 

AFTER EVALUATING THIS MOVE IT WAS DECIDED NOT TO FLY FROM THIS LOCATION

Later the 'Prof' took the opportunity and maidened his new 'Hammerhead'.   Built from a prototype kit by 'MADDOG DESIGNS',  Peter was delighted with the way the model handled.  The 'Hammerhead' spans 63" and is powered by an ASP .91 2-stroke glow motor.  Being sturdily constructed the model's not the lightest but this should be an advantage when conditions are blustry, which quite often, they are.

A good day's flying ended at about 3.30pm.

'Happy landings'

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A VERY UNIQUE PROPOSAL

'Dusty', our industrious neighbour, went to work with his plough in the adjoing field and wrote a message so it could be seen from the air.

His son, Barry, believed this way of proposing would be bound to impress Hanna and guarantee a positive response. 

All aboard a Cessna from Newtownards which then flew the pair to Kirkistown.  Well, can you imagine the expression on Hanna's face when she looked out the window and saw his unique marriage proposal?  A beautiful engagement ring was passed to Hanna and I believe her answer to Barry was a big fat 'Yes'.

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'RESCUE ONE' RECEIVES SOME TLC

George provides the muscle power

Our dinghy is currently stored at a local farm and George and Stewart went along to check on its condition.  A rub down and some air was all that was necessary.  It will be ready for when we commence flying at Cowey.

FINALLY OUR LONG EXPECTED NEIGHBOUR HAS MOVED IN

A thing of beauty!

Steve follows the 'Inspector' and changes to a Tray-type TX

AFTER A SHORT ABSENCE FROM THE SPORT the prodigal son returns!

Welcome back Paul

IT'S NOT OFTEN YOU SEE ONE OF THESE......

Matthew's Gee-Bee Z

Interest was quickly awakened in the Pitts when Matthew fired up his G-B for its maiden flight.  There was some speculation as to whether it would fly, and for how long?   Sceptical bunch, aren't we?!

The model is built from a Jamara kit.  Wingspan is a dimunitive 800mm and was designed for electric power.  The previous owner who hadn't been 'radicalised', decided on a glow motor in the form of an Irvine .25.

Up and away

Matthew piloted the model up to the sky and after a few clicks of trim the assembled group of spectators was mightly impressed with its performance.  Quite fast too.

Upon landing, Matthew was congratulated for his piloting skills as many believed this is a plane that quite often 'bites' its pilot!

Well done Matthew

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Mike Braithwaite (aka 'Sparky') has kindly donated these fine models to the Club. 

They are offered to club members who in turn can make a donation to club funds.

***  TOO LATE  -   BOTH GONE TO NEW HOMES  ***

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Some of our members in their younger days!

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