Parramatta Radio Control Aircraft Club

Thanks buddy, deja vous

Will also be down in the morning to test the lolly bomber.
srl

Thanx Chris Mc for the mowing help, with it being so ****ing hot, I would not have coped without you. A much improved mowed area of field ready for the weekend's flying.

A BIG thank you to yourself, Wayne. This was your last mow before you descend south to your new Chardonnay sipping, Latte drinking, cement strip and new friends.

I am certain that all members would like to wish you and Margaret all the best in your new digs.

The effort that you have put into PRCAC over the years has been outstanding. The help you have given to anyone that asks, or you offering, has helped us all tremendously. You help me get my Wings and I thank you again for that.

If you decide to grace us with your presence at the field in the future could you let us know in advance so that we can be elsewhere (had to get a last one in )

Look forward to Sunday for a last catch up.

Hey Guys,

Whoever puts the pole into the ground for the wind sock could you please ALWAYS use the metal spike and NOT put the actual pole in the ground. Yesterday it was clogged with mud and took quite a while to clear it.

Rant over, thanks

Chris,
Does this now make you the new Field Opening Guru.

(29-11-2015, 08:43 AM)Chris Mc Wrote: [ -> ]Hey Guys,

Whoever puts the pole into the ground for the wind sock could you please ALWAYS use the metal spike and NOT put the actual pole in the ground. Yesterday it was clogged with mud and took quite a while to clear it.

Rant over, thanks

Evening all,

Its Wednesday 23rd Dec.

Has anyone been to the field in the past 24 hours ?

I think that Santa is bringing me a new plane for xmas, and I'm keen to get it in the air on Saturday/Sunday.

But we have had so much rain over the past few days that I fear our beloved field will be completely soaked.

I will pop down tomorrow and post my findings....good to see you back.

Just got back from the field.

Field is soggy underfoot but still reasonably firm.

The usual waterpools, opposite flight box and 15 mtrs down to your right.

If we don't get any more significant rain then cars can be driven in, however, I would ask members to check on the day and if it looks boggy the please reverse out an walk in.

I would suggest that the field will not be mowed this week. Grass is about 2" (50mm) at this stage.

Hand launchers or big wheels would be the go, small wheels may cause nose overs.

Monday looks the better day for flying.

Main strip is mowed and firm enough except for Lake McCoy. I will bring the mower and everyone present will be able to have a go.

I'm too scared to ask.

Has anyone seen the field in the last 24 hours ? Would love to see a photo.....

No but i would assume its not Good from previous years experiences with this much rain.

Seaplanes and helis with floats instead of skids

I would not recommend any member attempt to drive their car in, however, swimming, snorkeling, water skiing is more advisable.

I went down today for a look, this is the result.

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better start work on that remote submarine then.

What would be the nearest (higher and dryer !) weekend location to go to ?

Actually it probably was worse yesterday but the rain has eased a lot today.

If You Go Back to the history of field conditions there are some nice lake Photos, even some video of the flowing torrent at mcoy.

Some old Footage that some will Remember Below -

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Field is in good condition being wet only at Lake McCoy. The water broke through the reads in just the right spot to wash away some of the fill at Lake McCoy but most of it seems to be still there.

Definately wont be any hope of finding my $250 Pebble watch which I lost in the reeds while looking for my crashed Stinger EDF. (Lost 2 weeks ago before the big wet).

(13-01-2016, 09:47 PM)helijeli Wrote: [ -> ]Definately wont be any hope of finding my $250 Pebble watch which I lost in the reeds while looking for my crashed Stinger EDF. (Lost 2 weeks ago before the big wet).

Ouch! That makes my eyes water.

Dam that is unlucky !!

I am not sure of the field condition after the recent rain. I will be at the field, but later on in the morning.

If anyone is venturing down could they please check conditions before driving in.

Thanks guys.

Called into the soggy field today. large pools of water opposite flight box covering 75% of the width.

Grounded is very soggy.

Sign has been turned around...NO driving in until further notice, appreciated.

Hopefully this fine weather will hold on and we can get some decent flying in next weekend.

Drive in is now allowed.

Excellent !!

I'm looking forward to that

Hot, the next few days, then showers increasing Friday and into the weekend.
Wait and see I guess.

https://youtu.be/cM9JvDqz8hQ

Field report for those interested

Nice, very nice. Not enough flips though Garrick

I hoe the boat ramp is not flooded !!!

Looks like that's being 'fixed' right now

Main strip is soft and 5 metres wide, tread lightly. All pilots please take something to put rubbish in from the field and take it home for your garbage bin.