Zone B - Atlantic
WARBIRDS OVER HARMON
Event Description
A GATHERING OF RADIO CONTROLLED MODEL MILITARY AIRCRAFT, BUILDERS, FLYERS, FANS AND FRIENDS.Dates: AUGUST 5, 6, AND 7, 2016
2016 marks the 50th anniversary of the closure of the Ernest Harmon USAF Base in Stephenville. As one of the many celebrations to mark the event the BSG Flyers are planning a major WARBIRD FUN FLY to which everyone is invited.
This will be the first R C flying event to feature model military aircraft exclusively ever held in the Province. To qualify for entry the model must be that of an aircraft that has served in a military capacity in any country and be in military livery. Any size and scale.
Invitations to attend and participate are extended to R C Warbird enthusiasts.
The registration fee of $20.00 ($30.00 if a spouse or guest is included in a non-pilot capacity) will include entry of up to five model aircraft for static display, pilot privileges to fly as conditions permit, food and beverages during Saturday at the field and the Opening Social on Friday evening. Proof of current membership in MAAC or AMA will be required to fly. Prizes will be awarded for the best scale aircraft, best stand-off scale, oldest era model and audience favourite.
Camping without services will be available on the field.
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY AUGUST 5, 2016. 7 - 10 PM . REGISTRATION AND SOCIAL .
SATURDAY, AUGUST 6, 2016. 8:30 AM onward. FUN FLY, STATIC MODEL AIRCRAFT DISPLAY, DEMONSTRATIONS OF MODEL AIRCRAFT FLYING AND SPECIAL AEROBATIC DISPLAYS. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR VIEWING. Activity will continue throughout the day with times published for the professional aerobatic displays to assist spectators decisions when to visit. Canteen service will be available.
SUNDAY will be the weather alternate day and/or, if the weather is good, another FUN FLY day for club members and visiting MAAC members.
Should inclement weather be encountered both days a shortened schedule will take place at an indoor venue on Sunday. Further information is available at www.bsgflyers.org .
Event Information
Club:
Sanction Number:
2015-0228a
Event Type:
Flying
Visibility:
Public - Open to everyone
Date:
August 5, 2016 to August 7, 2016
Time:
8:30 AM
Entry Fee:
$20.00
Contact Information
Event Location
Location:
BAY ST. GEORGE FLYERS FLYING FIELD
GPS Coordinates:
48.550446, -58.548404
Airfield Type:
On municipal land (i.e. parks, etc.)
Airfield Diagrams:
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