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  CMFA Web Site . . . .

CMFA LogoWelcome to the Chelmsford Model Flying Association web site.

We hope you will find all the information you need about the club, however should you have any questions regarding the website or other information on it, please do not hesitate to contact  the appropriate club official on the contacts page. Be sure to also register on the club's forum for all the latest news, reviews and general chat.
 
   
 
Next CMFA Club Night
Wednesday 9th September
The Broomfield Community Centre

Visit Events Page for more details

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  British Model Flying Association . . . .

BMFA Web SiteThe BMFA is the body delegated by the Royal Aero Club to be responsible for all aspects of model flying in Great Britain. The BMFA normally has around 780 clubs affiliated to it, with a combined membership from clubs and individual members of over 36,000. Membership brings many benefits, including 3rd party liability insurance of up to £5 million. The BMFA is also recognised as the sole representative organisation for the sport in the U.K. by the Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI) which is the world wide governing body for all forms of sporting aviation, including model flying. (Click on logo for more information)
 
 
 
  Events For 2010 . . . .

Scale Day 2009During the year the club tries to hold various events at the airfield and 2010 is no exception, with no less than five separate activities spread out over the course of the season. This will include club trophy competitions, two Try 'n' Fly weekend's when the club opens its doors to non members and the public to try there hand at flying. Also a Gala day with flying demonstrations, competitions, BBQ and refreshments, a Scale day for all models, including own build, ARTF, and purchased. Finally the CMFA pylon race, the final being held at the gala day. All events are subject to weather conditions.
For more information visit the Events page on this web site. Also click on image for selection of Scale Day 2009 photos.

 
   
 
    Competition Results . . . .

Throughout the year some club members participate in various fixed wing aircraft competitions, including Climb & Glide, Fast & Slow, and the fast and furious Pylon racing. All CMFA members are welcome, dates can be found on the Events page of this web site. Results of club competitions can now be found on the results page of this web site by clicking Here

 
   
 
    CMFA Photo Gallery . . . .

Joshua Goad & Trevor SmithVisit the Photo Gallery and view pictures of club members and there models. The photo on the right is of Joshua Goad aged 10 being congratulated by club Training Coordinator Trevor Smith after Joshua recently passed his BMFA 'A' Fixed Wing test. The photo was sent in by club member Clive Kerr. If you have any recent photos of aircraft models taken at the airfield and would like them featured on the gallery please email them to me. Please do not crop or resize your photos thank you. Click on image to view photo gallery.
Email: Webmaster at webmaster@cmfa.org.uk

 
   
 
    CMFA Committee Members & Club Officials. . . .

Chairman: Sean O'Sullivan
Vice Chairman: Kevin Thompson
Secretary: Martin Anthony
Treasurer: Clive Kerr
Public Relations & Web Master: Peter Harrington
Forum Administrator: David Lawrence
Power Representative: Ricky Matthews
Training Co-ordinators: Trevor Smith & George Green
Helicopter Representative: Chris Collins
Safety Representatives: Colin Straus, Steve Vickers, Trevor Smith & Chris Collins.
Glider Representative: David Gothard

Recognised Club Instructors . . . .

George Green, Brian Austin, Sean O'Sullivan, Steve Trent, Steve Vickers, Colin Straus
Trevor Smith, Christian Bradley, Clive Kerr, Martin Anthony, Peter Harrington.

Helicopters only Chris Collins, Dave Saban.

Examiners . . . .

Richard Brown, Sean O'Sullivan, Kevin Thompson, Colin Straus, Brian Austin

 
   
 
    Membership . . . .

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If you wish to join the Chelmsford Model Flying  Association, please visit the membership page of this web site. Click on the links on the membership page to download, print off, and then complete the 2010 membership form, and membership joining letter. Membership is limited to 150 although there may be exceptions for new juniors joining or if the applicant is not a member of another model flying club. If you are a junior member you will also need to download the 'Junior Membership Disclaimer' form.

 
   
 
    CMFA Forum . . . .

CMFA ForumA forum has been developed for club members to share information, including news and reviews on models and equipment. There is a section for wanted items as well as a for sale notice board. If you have a particular question related to the club or RC model aircraft, why not post it on the club forum. Please take the time to register with a username and password. Click here to register or for more information contact the forum administrator Dave Lawrence forumadmin@cmfa.org.uk

 
   
 
    For Sale . . . .

For Sale ItemsA brand new exclusive to club members 'For Sale' page has been added to the this web site. CMFA members will be given the opportunity to advertise models, engines and other modelling items, for a period of one month free of charge. With the finer weather fast approaching, many members will be looking to clear out garages and sheds to make room for new models! For more information on how to advertise and details of the items 'For Sale' please click here or on the logo.

 
   
 

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  Local Model Shops . . . .

Model ShopsLooking for a local Model shop, then look no further. Click on the logo and visit the links page of this web site where you will find a selection of model shops used by many of the CMFA members. Discounts or price match available in selective shops to CMFA members. (Club membership card may be required)

 
   
 
 

 

   

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