Hey Kieran, The work you have done on the web site is fantastic - thank you, a job well done. I and I'm sure the others as well appreciate the photos you have taken and uploaded onto the web site. It...

Flying Field Report Friday 19th June. Given the rain that Sydney has had over the last week I'm surprised at the condition of the flying field. :o It is slightly worse than last weekend, but not quit...

For the despirate fliers out there I'm going to go down to field this arvo at about 2-00pm for a 1.5hrs or so (until I use all of the charged batteries) and if it doesn't rain before then. I intend w...

Hey Kev, I see that you are looking at Turnigy TR 42-60C 500Kv motor. From my limited understanding you need to settle on a prop size when choosing a motor, as the lower the Kv rating the larger the ...

Fridays Flying Field Report - 26th June Even though we have had five days of sunny weather the field is still very sloppy, there is surface water on the easterly end of the strip and walking from the ...

Friday Field Report - 3rd July Hi all, The field is OK but the strip is still soft and we have not had any rain for a while. The driving in and parking should not be a problem at the moment as the gro...

Friday Field Report - 10th July Hi all, Unfortunately I didn't get away from work in time to get down to the field before dark so I have nothing to report. As for flying, I will be trying to get there...

Friday 17th July Field Report With the rain over the last couple of days the field has a couple of sizeable patches of surface water. One being the usual one at the eastern end of the strip and anothe...

For those interested in ducted fans take a look at what Extreme RC are getting in soon - F14 Tomcat with swing wings and retracts. Best be quick if you want one. By the way they are not cheap. http:/...

Friday Field Report 24th July The field is still a little soft but it is an improvement over last weekend. Driving in should not be an issue for anyone. The strip is starting to dryout and the motorb...

Sounds like everyone had a good day's flying today, sorry I did not make it down there. :| I'm looking forward to seeing some of the new planes you guys have got up in the air - Kevin J, I think you ...

Hi all, I'm very disappointed about the strip being cut up again by the motor bikes, we do need to do something, what I'm not sure. As far as flying this W/E for me goes, I don't think I can make it ...

I'm going to try and get an hour or so flying in this afternoon from about 5-15pm. Let me know if you are interested. Chris M

Hi Guys, I won't be flying this W/E as I'm off to Temora for the last fly day for the year. I'll let you know how sweet the Merlins in the 2 Spits & P51 sound when I return, not to mention the roar of...

Hi Kieran, I'm for the Wednesday order in order to achieve the best exchange rate, only if it is doesn't inconvenience you. Chris M

Hi All, Trust you have all had a good Christmas and a relaxing Boxing day and that Santa has been good to you. If the weather is favourable tomorrow morning I will be down at the field from about 8-3...

Hi Guys, I won't be joining you for a couple of days, if the weather is OK to fly, as I going away trail bike riding for a bit. I should be back on the flightline on New Years Day weather permitting. ...

Hi all, Just to let you know I can not make it to the flying field this coming Saturday (16th Jan) as I have another commitment. I will be going Sunday (8-30 till 12-00), weather permitting. Cheers C...

John/Ingo, I think I'm good to join you tomorrow afternoon from about 5-30pm if it is not too windy. Chris M

Hi all, Just to let you know that I won't be flying this coming Saturday (23rd Jan) as I am going to be out of town. I am hoping to be back in time for a fly on Sunday morning, but I can not guarantee...

I'm hoping that the rain clears and I will be able to good down to the field this arvo. Chris M

I'm looking at going at about 3-30pm after my taxi duties are finished

Hi all, I went down to the flying field this mornining at about 9-15am hoping to get a fly in - I'm getting desperate. When I arrived I found that we have an issue with vehicular access, not that we c...

Unfortunately got home later than anticipated and it was raining so I'll try again tomorrow to get a fly in. Seeing that it is raining heavily here at Old Toongabbie right now, so I don't expect there...

Hi all, If the weather stays as it is, grey skies & not too much wind, Ingo & I are going to head down to the field for an hour or so from 6-00pm this evening. Come and join us if your interested. Ch...

Hi all, I'm going to be at the field for an hour or so in the morning (about 8-30am) and intend to return Sunday morning for several hours. See you all then. Chris M

Hi Colin, Unfortunately I won't be there on Saturday, I have another committment. I will be flying on Sunday this W/E so if you can make it then I will bring your plane and last Hobby King order with ...

Colin, Ingo is intending to fly on Saturday for a couple of hours (weather permitting) so I will pass on your stuff to him for you to pick up. Chris

Hi all, Both Ingo and I will be at the field on Sunday (14/3/10) for most of the morning. For those that are unaware both Darren and Kieran won't be at the field this weekend - gone away playing with ...

Paul, Last Sunday Gary found your transmitter knob on the strip when he was picking up his plane after having a flight. Incredible - eh! I have it with me and I will drop it in your letterbox thru the...

Hi all, I will be flying for only a couple hours on Saturday - from 9-30am till 11-30am. Sunday it looks unlikely that I will be there at all, if I do make it, it will be after 10-00am. Happy flying t...

For those coming to the field tomorrow (Sat 27/3) I will be there to open up from about 8-30am. Not sure how long I will be staying on Saturday as I want to fly Sunday as well so I can not use up all ...

Hi all, This weekends flight schedule for me is as follows: Good Friday - 8-30am till about 11-30 Easter Sunday - 8-30am till about 10-30 If I don't catch up with you over the weekend, have a good one...

Hi Scott, I understand from your grandfather that you are looking at converting an IC engine trainer that is about 40 size to electric power. My Phoenix Classic EP trainer uses a 45 amp ESC with a Him...

Hi all, I thinking of going down to the field tomorrow morning (8-30am Friday 9th) for a couple of hours if anyone is interested in joining me. Chris M

Hi all, Sorry forthe late posting but I won't be flying today (Sat 10/4) but I will be flying tomorrow morning from about 8-30am. I ended up opening the gates this morning at about 9-30 after Gary gav...

Hi all, I will be down at the field to open up the gates tomorrow (Sat 17th) at 8-30am and will be flying till around 11-00am. As far as Sunday this weekend goes I can not make it, but I assume someo...

Hi all, My flight plans forthis W/E are as follows: Saturday 24th - 8-30am till 12-00pm Sunday 25th - no flying likely to be had (available to open up gates most of the morning) Monday 26th - no flyin...

Colin, I will meet you at 8-45am, unless I find out that someone else is intending to open up the gates at or before your intended arrival time. Happy flying. Chris M

Gary/Colin, See you tomorrow at 8-30am. Is anyone interested in flying for an hour or so this afternoon from about 4-30pm? Sorry, too windy now - maybe another time. Chris M

Hi all, My flight plan for this W/E (1st & 2nd May) Saturday 8-00am till 9-30am (no later) Sunday 8-30 till 11-30am Might see you at the field. Chris

Hi all, I will be flying Saturday only this W/E with Mothers Day and all. I will be there at 8-45am to open the gates if someone hasn't already opened them. Cheers Chris

Hi Guys, I was down Ultimate Hobbies at Parramatta this afternoon for some retail therapy of the plane kind and got taking to the sales guys. One guy was quite interested in where we fly at Toongabbie...

Hi Guys, I won't be down at the field tomorrow (15th May), nor will I be available to open up the gates. However, I will be there Sunday from 8-30am till about 10-30am so I may see you then. If I don'...

Recently I have had to replace the motor in my T28 due to the original unit developing cracks in the plastic part of the bell, which in turn allowed the shaft of the motor rotate independently of the ...

Hi Guys, I'm only flying on Sunday this W/E and given the gate situation (vandalism of a few weeks back) I can no longer provide access to the field. Happy Flying Chris

Thanks Steve & Kev, I'll take your advice onboard. I will try a 10X7 prop at standard timing first, then go from there. Chris M

Hi Guys, If anyone is free & interested in joining me for an hour or so down at the field this morning I intend to be there from 9-00am. Given the key situation I shall be walking in. Cheers Chris ...

G'day All, I went down to the field this morning to check things out and have a quick fly. The condition of ths the strip is fairly average, the ground is not at all firm, but on the postive side th...

I'm thinking of going down to the field this afternoon from about 2-30pm for an hour or so if the wind doesn't pick up. Will have to walk in unless I can get the key from Darren. Let me know if you ar...