GMAC Fly In Events

There are three GMAC Fly In events organised each year, weather permitting. All are open to visiting pilots. However current B.M.F.A. insurance proof is mandatory with a minimum of BMFA "A" certificate, this is a requirement of our landlords for anyone to fly at the field. No reasonably sized model aircraft will be refused on the day unless considered to be problematic. Pilots will sign to say that all planes have been flown previously and to guarantee all flying models physical and electronic integrity.

The idea is to have an informal get together of pilots. Both GMAC members and pilots from anywhere else.

It is not a show, and anyone can fly. Please see the Galleries section for photos of previous events.

Entrance is free, Greenacres members fly for free, but we charge visiting pilots a nominal fee of £5 for a days flying.

Pilots book their transmitters into TX control on arrival. Transmitters are tested and kept in TX control for safety reasons until a pilot requires it to fly. Transmitters are returned by pilots immediately after flying. 2.4Ghz transmitters will still have to be booked in so that flying slots can be controlled.

A mobile caterer is booked (Hot and cold drinks, burgers, hot dogs etc) and also trade stands to attend.

Camping available and we will be asking for a small donation. There is plenty of room for tents and caravans. We always plan to have a barbecue on the Saturday night. Please let us know if you are intending to camp. Please send your space requirements to (see Intro page for contact details)

Traders have been invited and some have already booked. All are welcome, again we will be asking for a donation Please let us know your space requirements and if you are intending to camp. see Intro page for contact details.

GMAC Members run the whole weekend. Marking out, pitching tents, car parking, transmitter control, flight line marshalling etc. And also packing up afterwards. Please note that any new volunteers will always be extremely welcome. The more the merrier - many hands make light work etc etc.

See our "Locations" page to see where we are. Events entrance postcode: WS9 0QQ

Location Maps

Map showing where to park for a normal weekend club flying - up and over the bonk!

We park in Airfield Drive - Postcode WS9 0GG

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Lat, Lng: 52.59442213, -1.92638879

Map showing the entrance to the Airfield for Fly Ins

Off Bosty Lane - Postcode WS9 0QQ

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Lat, Lng: 52.59113543, -1.93862359

Introduction

Greenacres Model Aero Club

(B.M.F.A affiliated) was inaugurated in 1988.

It is situated on an old disused airfield in Aldridge, near Walsall, West Midlands, UK. (See our "Locations" page)

The club currently has about 80 members and is still expanding. Interests within the club range range from sport, scale and pattern, both electric and IC, control-line, gliders and free flight.

Important Notice:

Our flying site is operated by means of a flying permit system; these are issued by the club on behalf of the Walsall Leisure and Community Services .

This means that NO ONE can fly any aero model or toy plane without a permit, be it with or without a motor or engine of any type, or with or without radio equipment of any type or frequency on this site. This includes models classed as a toys.

Flying at this field requires that a person is a current Greenacres member with valid BMFA insurance and Flying Permit, any GMAC Member who wishes to fly solo must have a minimum of a BMFA 'A' Certificate or equivalent, recognised by GMAC.

Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council (W.M.B.C.) owns the airfield, Greenacres Model Aero Club follows the British Model Flying Association (B.M.F.A) codes of practice and W.M.B.C. guide lines, in accordance with the flying site risk assessment carried out by the national body.

Model weight limit are 7.5kg or 11.0kg maximum, for any radio controlled aero model flown on this site.

Committee Members

Lone flying

We must follow and be seen to be following these rules:-

Flying by yourself :-

A. You must wear a fluorescent vest at all times.

B. Lone fliers should not fly large, heavy or fast models (max size .53 2st or .61 4st)

C. Extra care and visual scans must be taken before taking off.

D. No low - passes, prop hanging, 3d flying or inappropriate aerobatics.

E. Landings must be within the immediate field of view of the pilot.

F. This means the landing should be completed and the model stopped before the model passes the pilot.

When NOT flying alone:-

MARSHALS are still required as usual.

If 2 or more fliers are present at the field a safety marshal must be in place wearing fluorescent vest.

Failure to abide by the above rules will result in you being asked to meet with the Committee where disciplinary action will be taken which may lead to membership removal