Nicholas 'Nic' Case Appointed President
After seven good years as president of the Southern Cross Air Force, Bill Sharpe hands the controls over to Nic Case who is an active member of the Tin Can Bay Club. Nic joined the SCAF in 2012 and has become well known to our members.
In appreciation of his faithful service, Bill Sharpe has been awarded 'Life Membership'. In the photo below, Bill (left) receives his 'Certificate of Life Membership' from the incoming president Nic Case at the recent end-of-year event 7-8th November, 2020 which was held at the SAAMBR airfield, Burpengary East.
Although the Saturday was fine the wind persisted from the South East to East. All 32 members present enjoyed good flights.
However, the wind and showers persisted over night and unfortunately, Sunday was showering with plenty of wind. No flights were seen prior to our general meeting which was held in the closed members shed.
Our appreciation is extended to the SAAMBR club for looking after us so well with their excellent facilities. We thank the caterers who provided us with plenty of yummy burgers, cakes, desserts. And what a surprise it was, to have pizza prepared for us by locals. Who wants to go to a restaurant with food like this????
We must mention our musical artist, Jason. He does more than specials on pre-loved aircraft and parts, he provided the entertainment on the Saturday night. Thanks Jason who came with his son Harley.
However, the wind and showers persisted over night and unfortunately, Sunday was showering with plenty of wind. No flights were seen prior to our general meeting which was held in the closed members shed.
Our appreciation is extended to the SAAMBR club for looking after us so well with their excellent facilities. We thank the caterers who provided us with plenty of yummy burgers, cakes, desserts. And what a surprise it was, to have pizza prepared for us by locals. Who wants to go to a restaurant with food like this????
We must mention our musical artist, Jason. He does more than specials on pre-loved aircraft and parts, he provided the entertainment on the Saturday night. Thanks Jason who came with his son Harley.
Suncoast - Sunshine
Suncoast Model Flyers Inc.
By Saturday morning the expected rain had disappeared leaving blue skies, dry runways and only a moderate southerly wind.
We thank President John Hansen, his canteen assistants and members of Suncoast Model Flyers Inc. for suggesting we come to their airfield on the 15th and 16th August, 2020. Our time together was appreciated and enjoyed by SCAF members who were able to share the excitement of flying warbird aircraft. Most pilots scored two or more flights during Saturday and Sunday with several members taking home a small prize.
We thank President John Hansen, his canteen assistants and members of Suncoast Model Flyers Inc. for suggesting we come to their airfield on the 15th and 16th August, 2020. Our time together was appreciated and enjoyed by SCAF members who were able to share the excitement of flying warbird aircraft. Most pilots scored two or more flights during Saturday and Sunday with several members taking home a small prize.
Tyson Dodd the secretary of MAAA - Model Aeronautical Association of Australia is pictured above with his magnificent looking Tucano aircraft.
The Super Tucano is a trainer aircraft that features faster speed and higher altitude capabilities.
The prototype of the Super Tucano first flew in 1992.
Both Tucano and Super Tucano have been developed and built by Embraer of Brazil.
The Super Tucano is a trainer aircraft that features faster speed and higher altitude capabilities.
The prototype of the Super Tucano first flew in 1992.
Both Tucano and Super Tucano have been developed and built by Embraer of Brazil.
Jason's S/H Bargain Centre
If it's a wheel, propeller, spinner, servo, a slightly used engine, a muffler to fit or some other item you have been looking for, Jason's S/H Bargain Centre is for you.
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Jason has some near-new aeroplane kits and a few pre-loved aircraft you may like to take home. Some come with an engine whilst others are without an engine.
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When at Warbirds, don't miss out on a bargain. Join the others fossicking through various boxes and tables in hunt for the 'Lost Golden Gem'.
Below, is a sample of the aircraft on show during the weekend. Click on first photo to see 'Full View' slideshow.
Up, Up and Away !
Our first get together since the outbreak of Covid-19 was on the 18-19th July, 2020 at
We were blessed with fine, blue skies on both days, although the mornings were cold. On Saturday, the light winds which arrived in the morning, dissipated during the late afternoon making ideal flying conditions until sundown. Sunday which had only a light breeze, was perfect for flying.
Our appreciation is extended to the Tin Can Bay Model Flying Club Inc for opening their airfield and for the warm hospitality we received over the weekend.
Most pilots brought with them three or more aircraft, making a very impressive line-up of various makes and scale of aircraft.
The Airco DH.2 was a single-seat biplane "pusher" aircraft which operated as a fighter during the First World War. It was the second pusher design by aeronautical engineer Geoffrey de Havilland for Airco, based on his earlier DH.1 two-seater.
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This year the Rick Rogers Memorial Trophy was presented by our president Bill Sharpe to Neil Low of the Tin Can Bay Club Inc, in recognition of his building skills as seen in the de Havilland DH.2 above and in his other scale aircraft.
It is good to have RCMA Model & Hobby Shop of Brendale as a SCAF sponsor. Their assistance (which we appreciate) is the 'icing on the cake'. It has allowed more members to participate in the prize presentations.
Below, is a sample of the aircraft on show during the weekend. Click on first photo to see 'Full View' slideshow.
Warbirds - The Way to Fly!
Since 1998 when our late founding member, Rick Rogers, formed the Southern Cross Air Force, members have been flying warbird aircraft from airfields throughout South East Queensland.
Events consist of either one day or week-end trips away to other airfields hosted by clubs who look forward to seeing our favourite aircraft in action.
Ample time is allowed for us to talk with other pilots, visitors, and our good friends who enjoy looking over warbird aircraft. |
Whether the aircraft is powered by a jet engine, propeller driven glow, petrol or electric motor, all add to the excitement of flying radio controlled warbirds.
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Our Objects
The SCAF was formed for the purpose of fostering, advancing the construction and operation of radio controlled Warbird aircraft (of all sizes) where pleasure, recreation, fellowship and co-mingling can exist amongst individuals who enjoy the sport of Warbird aircraft.
Warbird Aircraft
The SCAF defines a Warbird aircraft as a model of any aircraft used for military purposes by any country at any time. It must be a scale or semi-scale rendering, recognizable as such, and marked accordingly. Any prototype offered to the military but not accepted by them would also fall in this category.
The SCAF was formed for the purpose of fostering, advancing the construction and operation of radio controlled Warbird aircraft (of all sizes) where pleasure, recreation, fellowship and co-mingling can exist amongst individuals who enjoy the sport of Warbird aircraft.
Warbird Aircraft
The SCAF defines a Warbird aircraft as a model of any aircraft used for military purposes by any country at any time. It must be a scale or semi-scale rendering, recognizable as such, and marked accordingly. Any prototype offered to the military but not accepted by them would also fall in this category.
ARF Warbirds are also quite acceptable assuming that they display a good scale quality.
Scale Military Helicopters also are included in the Warbird aircraft class.
Scale Military Helicopters also are included in the Warbird aircraft class.