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Our club was first formed in 1968 and is affiliated with the British Model Flying Association. The main purposes of the club are to encourage, assist and promote the flying of model aircraft of all types. The club currently has over fifty members and there is a wealth of experience should you require any assistance. The BMFA forms the framework of our club, providing guidance as to safe operating procedures, insurance, achievement schemes, education, technical advice and a wealth of other support. A good starting point for anyone starting out in this hobby is to read the Manx Model Flyers Handbook and Jurby Guidelines by clicking on the following two links :
MMF Handbook 101119 (EDITION ONE)
Jurby Guidelines 240820
Our Club and BMFA membership can be renewed by downloading an application form from the following link:
Manx-Model-Flyers-Application-Form-v.2020.1
Manx Model Flyers data protection policy document is available to view using the following link:
Manx Model Flyers Club Privacy Notice (Iss 1.0)
Manx Model Flyers AGM was held at the Creg-ny-Baa Hotel at 7.30pm on Wednesday 18th November 2014.
The presentation of awards for the year was followed by the election of our new Committee for the 2015-2016 period.
A soup supper was provided by the club for it’s members.
Weekly club nights continue to be held at Creg-ny-Baa on Wednesday evenings from 8.00 pm.
2016 subscriptions have been reduced to £60.00 ( inclusive of BMFA membership).
On Sunday 25th August we provided a static display of some fifteen models at the Jurby Festival. Initially we were a little concerned about what space had been allocated for us but considering the beautiful weather we decided to set up in the open next to a food stall! The downside being we could see and smell the food but didn’t get the time to stand in the queue.
Mike White, Mark Coxhill, Peter Lloyd-Davies and Stan Craine were kept busy throughout the day and the display proved very popular with young and old alike. Models presented ranged from a humble shock flyer up to a scale petrol powered 1/4 scale Pietenpol Sky Scout. The fifteen models covered a wide range of disciplines the only things missing on the day were gliders. A small 26cc petrol engine also generated a lot of interest with the mechanically minded motorcycle enthusiasts.
From the 4th December 2013 our club nights will be held at The Creg-ny-Baa on Wednesday nights at 8pm.
During the winter months we arrange a variety of events which include videdo show, swap meetings,
practical demonstrations and the use of our model flight simulator for training purposes.
Following the Manx Model Meet Frank Vaughan’s Miniplane was offered as a prize at one of our club evenings.
Lucky winner was Mr Tony Henderson who chose the correct team from the football card.
Proceeds will be used to purchase a new club trainer.
Our most recent Swap Meet was held on the 10th August 2013 at the Manx Model Meet.
There were several bargains to be had including a large collection of models
offered for sale by John Barber. John’s collection ranged from Multiplex gliders
to a very nice scale Agwagon complete with radio and 70 fourstroke engine.
The SIG Miniplane Biplane was later offered as a prize at the first club meeting
following the Manx Model Meet. The proceeds from the model going to fund a new
club trainer.

Perhaps our new members and Members waiting for their “A” Flight Test would like to see the BMFA Up & Away published in 2002.