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Come to the 8th Annual Mile High "Dare to Fly" Fly In and see some of Colorado’s best R/C Pilots entertain hundreds of spectators as planes perform skillful and daring aerobatic maneuvers. This family-friendly event will feature Radio Control Model Aircraft of all types and sizes and will include aerobatic demonstrations, R/C flying lessons and a silent auction. A BBQ lunch and refreshments are available for purchase. The event is open to the public, and admission and parking are free.
For pilots, the Fly-In is open to all airplanes and skill levels. AMA License required. $20 Landing fee includes lunch. All event proceeds go to UCP Colorado.
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Aerobatic Demonstrations Auction RC Flying Lessons Refreshments
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Event Schedule:
9:00 – 10:00 Pilot Registration
9:45 – 10:00 Pilot Briefing
10:00 – 12:00 Open Flying
12:00 – 12:05 National Anthem
12:05 – 12:10 Sponsor Recognition
12:00 – 1:00 Air Show and RC Flight Demos
11:30 – 1:00 Lunch provided by cookers from the Rocky Mountain BBQ Association
1:00 – 2:00 Buddy Box Flying for kids of all ages
2:00 – 4:00 Open flying & Buddy Box flying if needed
10:00 -2:00 Silent Auction Open
Flying Field Directions: Miniature Aero Sportsters Club Airfield near Barr Lake. The flying site is located in unincorporated Adams County, north east of DIA. To get there, take Tower Road north to 120th. Go east on 120th past Hayesmount Road. Continue east on 120th and go about a mile. On your left will be gated road that leads over a small hill. This is the entrance to our flying site. If you’re on 120th and you go over a bridge crossing Box Elder Creek, you’ve gone too far. The actual address of the field is 31801 E. 120th Ave.
Information About RC Model Aircraft: The hobby of flying radio controlled model aircraft at Mile Hi R/C Club has been in existence for over 50 years. Mile Hi Radio Controlled Airplane Club is one of the oldest R/C clubs to be chartered by the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) in the State of Colorado. The club’s has 148 members ranging in age from 12 years to over 80 years old, including both male and female pilots demonstrating all levels of flying skills. Flying radio controlled model aircraft helps a pilot develop and improve such skills as construction, technical, mechanical, communication and hand eye coordination. The AMA supports and promotes the hobby through contests, demonstrations of flying skills, education, and adoption of school programs. The AMA provides liability insurance for both Chartered Clubs and for its Member R/C pilots.
How to Get Started in Radio Controlled Model Aircraft: If you are interested in getting involved in Radio Controlled Flying, please come and visit Mile Hi R/C Club for a hands-on experience at no cost. On weekends, Club Instructors are normally available to answer any questions that you might have. You may even be able to fly with the help of a Club Instructor on a Trainer Aircraft and get the experience of a lifetime. After you have purchased your equipment, club members will be happy to advise you in the building, setup and maintenance of your Model Aircraft, its engine and electronic equipment to make sure that your introduction to the thrill of R/C flight is a pleasant one. Club Instructors will guide you from your takeoff and landing efforts through your Solo Flight. If you would like more information on Mile Hi R/C Club or to become a member please visit them on-line at www.milehirc.com.
For Sponsorship Information about this, or any of our special events, please contact Liz Neafus-Stenzel, Director of Corporate Development, Marketing and Public Relations at 303-691-9339 ext.1163 or fill out our convenient online form.
