1096
Events / CMAC Indoor Flyin ****CHANGE OF DATE****
« on: October 25, 2006, 14:39:24 PM »
Joe, I meant the gliding people would trave to a slope venue near you maybe?
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1097
Indoor / On The Run - Model for the next Cork Indoor Session
« on: October 25, 2006, 14:37:59 PM »
The venue is big about 6 badminton courts.
Size should not be problem if you can fly sloooow
Size should not be problem if you can fly sloooow
1098
Events / CMAC Indoor Flyin ****CHANGE OF DATE****
« on: October 19, 2006, 09:05:30 AM »
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE!
1099
Hi there,
just wondering if anyone has built the Flair K8. I started mine 2 1/2 years ago and still tipping away. Lost interest, lost my way but still intend to Finish.
I also have a West Mendip Sailplanes HS101 Salto (again a work in progress)
Well Hope to hear from someone with the building blues too!
Ralph
just wondering if anyone has built the Flair K8. I started mine 2 1/2 years ago and still tipping away. Lost interest, lost my way but still intend to Finish.
I also have a West Mendip Sailplanes HS101 Salto (again a work in progress)
Well Hope to hear from someone with the building blues too!
Ralph
1100
Events / CMAC Indoor Flyin ****CHANGE OF DATE****
« on: September 22, 2006, 15:08:42 PM »
Please NOTE CHANGE OF DATE. Due to unforseen events.
CMAC are to have an indoor flyin on Saturday November 18th in Middleton, Co. Cork. All Welcome. Helicopters and planks are all welcome. Fred, how about some indoor areotow?
We will see.
Contact Ralph McCarthy 087 8322791 or rmccarthy@cit.ie
Hope to see you again
Ralph[/b]
CMAC are to have an indoor flyin on Saturday November 18th in Middleton, Co. Cork. All Welcome. Helicopters and planks are all welcome. Fred, how about some indoor areotow?
We will see.
Contact Ralph McCarthy 087 8322791 or rmccarthy@cit.ie
Hope to see you again
Ralph[/b]
1101
Slope Soaring / Aero Tow, winches and bungee flying in Cork** Postponed*****
« on: September 12, 2006, 08:24:39 AM »
Hello,
Well the weather looks terrible for Sunday so we are postponing the event until further notice.
Sorry bout that
Ralph
Well the weather looks terrible for Sunday so we are postponing the event until further notice.
Sorry bout that
Ralph
1102
Slope Soaring / MACI, club names etc.
« on: September 08, 2006, 14:04:02 PM »
Lads, firstly sorry for joining the topic late but I would like to point out a few things.
Firstly I would like to applaude Fred for a wonderful site and for stirring things up in the gliding community here.
I have only been flying for 19 years now (not a long time compared to my other friends in Cork) and have seen many things happen within the MACI, I have been glider sec several times within the 19 years.
MACI is of huge importance to ALL flyers in Ireland!
Yes MACI has rules but they are to promote and protect its members and their interests. The reason the world Ireland is not encouraged (not banned, I might add) is because a group (jets if I remember correctly) presented themselves as the offical Irish Aero Club group for an international competition. These people were not chosen by anyone other than themselves to represent Ireland at this event.
MACI offers many things to ALL of it's members.
1) Insurance cover this is the most obvious one we all see.
2) Representation to govenrment bodies seeking funding for the development of this sport.
3) Representation to govenrment bodies seeking new frequncies for its members to operate on. note he have another 5or six legal channels to operat on.
4)Representation to govenrment bodies on committees with regard to legislation concerning our use of the air.
I could go on and on but I wont, I realise that it appears they are a bunch of old fogies but in reality they are our representatives, we put them their and we are responsible for their action/inaction.
If we are really interested in promoting our activities to all, we all need to unify and work together.
I suggest that all ISR members should join the MACI, come to the MACI AGM in November and get someone elected who will represent you at nationl level.
Recently we had a glider towing session, but I was afraid to contact anyone here as MACI insurance is a prerequisite for all events in Ireland.
To date the Clubs have looked the other way with regard to insurance, but now I feel all flyers need insurance. Insurance from other flying bodies are not suitable for flying in Ireland, i.e. if you are resident (for a period of more than 6 months) in Ireland you need Insurance that is based in Ireland.
The Cork model Aero club intends to host an aerotow and winching day over the next few months so if you are interested you are welcome but please MACI Insurance.
Before you all fall asleep one more little thing ISR is not the only gliding club in Ireland, the original rebels were the Association of Southern Soarers were here first! (long story but mail me if you want to know about it)
Please I hope that this does not insult or aggrivate anyone it it just I feel strongly about safe flying in Ireland, hopefully this will generate some useful debate on these important topics.
Clear skies and good winds
Ralph McCarthy
Cork Model Aero Club
Association of Southern Soarers (ASS)
Firstly I would like to applaude Fred for a wonderful site and for stirring things up in the gliding community here.
I have only been flying for 19 years now (not a long time compared to my other friends in Cork) and have seen many things happen within the MACI, I have been glider sec several times within the 19 years.
MACI is of huge importance to ALL flyers in Ireland!
Yes MACI has rules but they are to promote and protect its members and their interests. The reason the world Ireland is not encouraged (not banned, I might add) is because a group (jets if I remember correctly) presented themselves as the offical Irish Aero Club group for an international competition. These people were not chosen by anyone other than themselves to represent Ireland at this event.
MACI offers many things to ALL of it's members.
1) Insurance cover this is the most obvious one we all see.
2) Representation to govenrment bodies seeking funding for the development of this sport.
3) Representation to govenrment bodies seeking new frequncies for its members to operate on. note he have another 5or six legal channels to operat on.
4)Representation to govenrment bodies on committees with regard to legislation concerning our use of the air.
I could go on and on but I wont, I realise that it appears they are a bunch of old fogies but in reality they are our representatives, we put them their and we are responsible for their action/inaction.
If we are really interested in promoting our activities to all, we all need to unify and work together.
I suggest that all ISR members should join the MACI, come to the MACI AGM in November and get someone elected who will represent you at nationl level.
Recently we had a glider towing session, but I was afraid to contact anyone here as MACI insurance is a prerequisite for all events in Ireland.
To date the Clubs have looked the other way with regard to insurance, but now I feel all flyers need insurance. Insurance from other flying bodies are not suitable for flying in Ireland, i.e. if you are resident (for a period of more than 6 months) in Ireland you need Insurance that is based in Ireland.
The Cork model Aero club intends to host an aerotow and winching day over the next few months so if you are interested you are welcome but please MACI Insurance.
Before you all fall asleep one more little thing ISR is not the only gliding club in Ireland, the original rebels were the Association of Southern Soarers were here first! (long story but mail me if you want to know about it)
Please I hope that this does not insult or aggrivate anyone it it just I feel strongly about safe flying in Ireland, hopefully this will generate some useful debate on these important topics.
Clear skies and good winds
Ralph McCarthy
Cork Model Aero Club
Association of Southern Soarers (ASS)
1103
Control Line / Shannon CL Flyin
« on: September 08, 2006, 13:14:38 PM »
Dear All
Please be aware that the Shannon Autumn C/L Fly-in will take place on Saturday, 23rd September. Free tea/coffee will be provided (Plus Ralph’s mother’s special cake ?)
Dermot
Contact Ralph for further details
Please be aware that the Shannon Autumn C/L Fly-in will take place on Saturday, 23rd September. Free tea/coffee will be provided (Plus Ralph’s mother’s special cake ?)
Dermot
Contact Ralph for further details
1104
Events / R/C Glider Irish National Championships
« on: August 01, 2006, 07:54:43 AM »
Sorry lads,
I have not been in work for a long time (thank god) and I have very limited access to email and the web. Not back to work till sept so I am not on the forum much.
A great day had by all.
More to come in the next 2-3 weeks
Ralph
I have not been in work for a long time (thank god) and I have very limited access to email and the web. Not back to work till sept so I am not on the forum much.
A great day had by all.
More to come in the next 2-3 weeks
Ralph
1105
Slope Soaring / All are welcome
« on: June 09, 2006, 12:52:34 PM »
Hi Alan, no a cert needed here, just to observe the local rules.
Looking forward to seeing you. Please the idea is to get us all out on the slope together.
Ralph
Looking forward to seeing you. Please the idea is to get us all out on the slope together.
Ralph
1106
MODEL AERONAUTICS COUNCIL OF IRELAND
IRISH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Location: Graves of the Leinstermen, Killaloe, Co. Clare
Radio Control Gliding
15 or 16 July 2006 (wind dependant)
Classes:
60 inch pylon racing
Fun Scale
Combat
Please note the emphasis is on having fun!
· Registration: 9:00 a.m. at the slope
· Pilots’ Briefing: 9:30 a.m.
· MACI Membership Card will be required.
· Prizes for winners.
· The entry fee of €10.00 includes all classes.
For rules and a map with directions contact Ralph McCarthy
For further details contact: Ralph McCarthy, phone: 087-8322791 at or by email at rmccarthy@cit.ie
Sorry for the duplicate posting
IRISH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Location: Graves of the Leinstermen, Killaloe, Co. Clare
Radio Control Gliding
15 or 16 July 2006 (wind dependant)
Classes:
60 inch pylon racing
Fun Scale
Combat
Please note the emphasis is on having fun!
· Registration: 9:00 a.m. at the slope
· Pilots’ Briefing: 9:30 a.m.
· MACI Membership Card will be required.
· Prizes for winners.
· The entry fee of €10.00 includes all classes.
For rules and a map with directions contact Ralph McCarthy
For further details contact: Ralph McCarthy, phone: 087-8322791 at or by email at rmccarthy@cit.ie
Sorry for the duplicate posting
1107
Slope Soaring / Glider Nationals, anyone interested?
« on: June 08, 2006, 12:15:30 PM »
MODEL AERONAUTICS COUNCIL OF IRELAND
IRISH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Location: Graves of the Leinstermen, Killaloe, Co. Clare
Radio Control Gliding
15 or 16 July 2006 (wind dependant)
Classes:
60 inch pylon racing
Fun Scale
Combat
Please note the emphasis is on having fun!
· Registration: 9:00 a.m. at the slope
· Pilots’ Briefing: 9:30 a.m.
· MACI Membership Card will be required.
· Prizes for winners.
· The entry fee of €10.00 includes all classes.
For rules and a map with directions contact Ralph McCarthy
For further details contact: Ralph McCarthy, phone: 087-8322791 at or by email at rmccarthy@cit.ie
IRISH NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Location: Graves of the Leinstermen, Killaloe, Co. Clare
Radio Control Gliding
15 or 16 July 2006 (wind dependant)
Classes:
60 inch pylon racing
Fun Scale
Combat
Please note the emphasis is on having fun!
· Registration: 9:00 a.m. at the slope
· Pilots’ Briefing: 9:30 a.m.
· MACI Membership Card will be required.
· Prizes for winners.
· The entry fee of €10.00 includes all classes.
For rules and a map with directions contact Ralph McCarthy
For further details contact: Ralph McCarthy, phone: 087-8322791 at or by email at rmccarthy@cit.ie
1108
Slope Soaring / Thank You From Cork Model Aero CLub
« on: April 24, 2006, 11:16:36 AM »
Hello all,
just a quick thank you to all who attended the CMAC annual Glide-in in Cork over the weekend, namely Joe, Fred, Eanna and Aidan who all travelled to the event.
Looking foward to seeing you all again
Ralph
just a quick thank you to all who attended the CMAC annual Glide-in in Cork over the weekend, namely Joe, Fred, Eanna and Aidan who all travelled to the event.
Looking foward to seeing you all again
Ralph