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Whether your preference is for fixed wing aircraft or helicopters you'll find plenty of help and assistance from members young and old. "Buddy box" system available for first flights used by qualified instructors.
Specially designed trainer models will have you up in the air and flying on your own (under supervision) in no time at all!

The Bonchester Model Flying Club was founded to promote the hobby and sport of building and flying model aircraft. Its aim is to co-ordinate the efforts of experienced modellers to encourage and assist newcomers to the hobby and promote safety.

Any member or guest visiting the flying site MUST have their own Third Party Model Insurance which they maybe asked to show proof of at any time before flying. This does not apply to trainees under instruction.

All types of models are flown by club members, large and small (models that is). Models are powered by two and four stroke glow motors, petrol engines, jet engines and electric power. Vast improvements in battery technology over recent years have made the electric model very popular. No matter what your choice of power might be, take great care, seek help!

With the tremendous rise in popularity of quad/drone unmanned aircraft, stay safe and legal by spending a little time reading this.

The British Model Flying Association (BMFA).
Membership of the BMFA offers benefits to model flyers and includes 3rd Party liability insurance.

You may also like to visit the Scottish Aeromodellers Association for similar benefits and insurance cover.