30 Dec 2006 :
Joint Agreement Reached
Thanks are due to the TMC Board for their perseverance in this matter, and
especially to Charles Morganti for many hours invested with the City of Tyler
and the Parks and Recreation Department. This agreement essentially restores the
safety requiremennts practiced by TMC for many years at the site.
A new lease will be signed by TMC later this month. This new lease will result
in a significant reduction in the cost to TMC members for flying at the site.
20 Aug 2005 :
TMC WORKDAY
On hand to help work were Tom Bath, Morris Bowen, James Cate,
Charles Kuenemann, Charles Morganti, Wayne Sutherland and
Chad Wilson.
Others who came to offer encouragement included Joe & Ann Greer,
and Baby Charles and Heather Wilson. James Talley took photos for the website.
18 Aug 2005 :
AUGUST MEMBERSHIP MEETING
Others who came to offer encouragement included Joe & Ann Greer,
and Baby Charles and Heather Wilson. James Talley took photos for the website.
13 Aug 2005 :
TMC WORKDAY
On hand to help work about 7:30AM were Tom Bath, Morris Bowen, James Cate, Joe
Greer, Eddie Gunnels, Herbie Hobbs, Jerry Hood, Charles Kuenemann, Charles
Morganti, Sam Patriacca, Kent Schreiber, Wayne Sutherland, James Talley, Jerry
Truell and Chad Wilson.
Others who came to offer encouragement included Dan Buikema, Jim Horchler,
Jonathan Horchler, Bob Schreiber and Heather Wilson. President Dwight Thatcher
was unable to attend because he was moving to a new house.
Those who worked appreciated Jack Hogan, who came the previous day with his
tractor and dug the surface down several inches for the foundation areas, which
permitted those listed above to finish the preparation in a couple of hours.
21 Jul 2005 :
TMC WORKDAY
20 May 2005 :
May Membership Meeting
1)
Sam Snyder asked to address the membership on behalf of the AMA, regarding the
position of the AMA on club safety, an item of critical importance to all clubs.
Sam gave a list of seven safety guidelines used at virtually every AMA
sanctioned event for many years. Sam's comments were supported by Dr. Hector, a
long-time club and AMA member, who has participated on the TMC Board and AMA
committees for several years. Sam also reminded the members present that our
club has at least two AMA Member-Leader reps on our roster who are empowered by
the AMA to make sure the club is following AMA guidelines. These reps have the
power, and the responsibility, to have club members who intentionally violate
AMA or club rules, suspended temporarily or indefinitely from participating at
any AMA club event, nationwide. Sam urged the club to take any necessary action
to insure that all club members be aware of, and adhere to, safety guidelines.
He further pointed out that actions or even comments by any club member to the
contrary can place all members in jeapardy of not only AMA action, but legal
action in case of an accident, and asked the club to be sure that its rules and
guidelines are adequate and clear and all members are appropriately trained and
in agreement in this area.
2)
At the last membership meeting, in April, Gene Lafaille, a member, submitted a
request that the club redefine how the bylaws can be changed. After some club
discuusion, Mark Humphries had submitted a motion to have the club adopt the
suggested changes as part of the bylaws. The motion was seconded and the club
Secretary was asked to send a copy of the request to all club members who were
invited to send a straw vote (yes/no) in response to the motion, with a vote by
the members at the May meeting. After receiving feedback from the members, and
a response from the Board that its seven members agreed to the intent of the
request, but were unanimously agreed that the suggested procedure was not
acceptable, Gene addressed the club at the May meeting and asked Mark to
withdraw the motion, contingent on the club setting up a study group to review
and recommend a better procedure for changes to the bylaws. Gene apologized to
the members for any 'polarization' of the club members over his request, as this
was not his intent. Mark agreed to withdraw his motion and President Dwight
Thrasher asked for volunteers to form a study group to work on a more acceptable
procedure. A committee composed of volunteers
Mark Humphries,
Nolan Manziel,
Sam Patriacca,
Wayne Sutherland
and
Jerry Truell
was asked to present a
proposal at the next Board meeting for consideration. The committee was also
asked to review the present Field and Flying Guidelines with the intent of
clarifying any areas which they agree are not clearly stated. Their results on
this will also be submitted to the Board for review.
30 Apr 2005 :
TMC WORKDAY
On hand to help with the cleanup, in spite of the threat of rain, were
Morris Bowen, Ann Greer, Eddie Gunnels, Jack Hogan, Jerry Hood, Charles
Kuenemann, Charles Morganti, Bob Schreiber, Kent Schreiber, Dwight Thrasher and
Jerry Truell.
29 Apr 2005 :
NEW FUN STUFF FEATURE
22 Apr 2005 :
BYLAWS CHANGES REQUESTED
1) Mark Humphries made a motion that all the TMC rules in the FIELD & FLYING
GUIDE be removed from club requirements as authorized by the bylaws. After
recieving a second to the motion, and heated discussion, the motion was defeated
by a vote of 11 for and 11 against.
2) Gene LaFaille made a request that major changes be made to the bylaws, in the
area of procedures to make changes. By procedures of the current bylaws, this
type of change requires a written request indicating the specific wording othe
changes, which Gene supplied to all members present. Since one of the changes
requested was that all members need to be notified of such change requests in
order that they might be present to vote, the members present agreed that the
Secretary should mail the requested changes to all club members and ask for
comments to be returned within 2 weeks. Gene requested that the comments should
be used to pass/fail his change request. However since the bylaws do not
presently have a provision for proxy votes, the bylaws change request voting
will be done at the next membership meeting.
Gene's detailed request is not included here since all members of record will
receive a copy my U.S. mail this month.
18 Nov 2004 :
2005 Board Elections Held
For President: Dwight Thrasher
Dan Buikema & James Talley will also serve their 2nd year of their 2-year terms.
21 Oct 2004 :
2005 Board Nominations Made
For President: Dwight Thrasher (incumbent)
Elections will be consumated at the November membership meeting which will be
held on Thurs, Nov 18, at Chapel Hill High School, 7PM.
19 Sep 2004 :
Hotter Than Blazes Pylon Race Held
Top finishers were: Dan Buikema (1st Place), Herbie Hobbs (2nd Place), Eddie
Gunnels & Mark Humphries (tied for 3rd Place).
Thanks to Gene & Chris LaFaille, owners of Wings & Wheels Hobby Shop in Tyler,
for sponsoring the event and providing the awards. Let's do it again, soon.
[ Click HERE for Racing Pix ]
12 Jul 2004 :
Sam Snyder wins in Shreveport
12 Jun 2004 :
4th Annual Fun Float Fly Event
8 Jun 2004 :
JunkYard Wars Event Tabled
In its place, the Board has voted to sponsor a Mini-WarBird Pylon Event in the
September time frame, if approved by the membership at the June meeting on 17
June. Details will be shared with club members at that time.
18 Mar 2004 :
Change to Frequency Board Procedure
16 Mar 2004 :
New Contract With the City of Tyler
One firm requirement is that all flyers at Northside Park have a current AMA
license. This is because of the liability insurance which protects each flyer
and the City. It is the responsibility of each TMC member to assure that we
meet this requirement. Our first step will be to require the use of the
flyer's AMA card, or a copy of it, on the frequency board. No other form of ID
will be acceptable. It will be a
"NO AMA CARD, NO FLY"
requirement, without
exception.
25 Feb 2004 :
Frank Chase Memorial Service
He was born March 1, 1933 and served in the Army and had been a Tyler resident
for 19 years. He was a member and board member of Tyler Modelers Club, and a
member of the Tyler Chamber of Commerce.
Survivors include his wife, Deeanna Chase, of Tyler and sister, Lee Langley,
of Sherman.
If desired, memorials may be sent to the Humane Society of Smith County, 1823
CR386, Tyler, TX 75702, a favorite society of Mr. Chase.
19 Jan 2004 :
Website Activity
After more than a year and a half of anxiety at the flying field over flying rules,
an agreeement has been reached between TMC and another group formed by ex-TMC members,
and others. It was brokered by AMA AVP Bill Lee and was signed by both groups on
Dec 30. It outlines a procedure for managing joint use of the site and a set of rules
specified by the Tyler Parks Department:
1) All pilots must be current members of the AMA and fly in
accordance with all applicable AMA, Tyler Parks and Recreation
and City of Tyler rules and regulations. The only exception to
this rule is for "Park Flyers" which are airplanes weighing two
pounds or less and are electrically powered.
2) Utilization of the frequency board is required at all times.
Place your current AMA card or a copy below the frequency number
of the tag removed, then replace the tag and retrieve your card
when finished. "Park Flyers" without an AMA card must provide
some sort of identification.
3) After landing pilots must not intentionally taxi into the
pit area.
4) Pilots must not intentionally fly outside of the Park
perimeter.
5) Engines must not be started or run under the shelter areas.
6) After take-off, subsequent flight is to be conducted east of
the line of sprinklers the west side of the runway.
The workday to complete the concret foundations for new, fourth, shelter and two
takeoff pads for use of the helicopters and jets was undertaken today.
Over 30 members were in attendance for this meeting. Jerry Truell submitted the
proposed new FIELD FLYING & OPERATIONS PROCEDURES which the study group composed
of Nolan Manziel, Mark Humphries, Dwayne Sutherland, Jerry Truell and Sam
Patricacca had submitted to the Board in August. It had been slightly modified
by the Board. A motion and second was made to replace the existing procedures
with this proposed set and it passed by a vote of 29 to 1 with 2 abstentions.
The workday was scheduled several weeks ago for the purpose of preparing for the
contractor to pour foundations for the new, fourth, shelter and two takeoff pads
for use of the helicopters and jets.
At the Member's meeting on this date, in an effort to find a way to let visiting
Pilots fly at the flying field, a motion was passed which gives any visiting
Pilot, who resides more than 50 miles from the field, permission from the club
to fly freely up to 3 times during any 2 month period. If they reside within the
50 mile radius, or want to fly more often, they will be asked to join the club.
Each flyer must show proof of having a current AMA membership and sign a
log at the field agreeing to follow all TMC rules, and must have a current TMC
member sponsor him while he flies.
Two very important items were on the agenda for the May membership meeting:
The workday was scheduled several weeks ago for the purpose of sprucing up the
field facilities for the series of upcoming club events starting with the Annual
Fun Fly next Saturday, 7 May.
Check out the new
HORSE SENSE
pages under the FUN STUFF button. Get a laugh or
two and a little bit of reality check!
At the April Membership meeting on 21 April, two changes were requested to the
TMC rules:
The Membership has selected the following members for the 2005 Board:
For Vice-President: Charles Kuenemann
For Secretary-Treasurer: Morris Bowen
For Board: Mark Humphries
& Dwayne Sutherland
The Nominating Committee, appointed by President Dwight Thrasher, and composed
of Sam Snyder, Kent Schreiber, James Beck and Jim Hall submitted candidates for
nomination, and others were nominated from the floor:
For Vice-President: Charles Kuenemann & Tims Frazier (incumbent)
For Secretary-Treasurer: Morris Bowen
For Board (2 of 4 positions open): Mark Humphries, Alan McEntarfer, Aaron Owens
& Dwayne Sutherland
Event completed as planned. Over 50 people in attendance. There were 13 pylon
planes present, 10 competed: James Beck, Dan Buikema, Virgil Gonzalez, Eddie
Gunnels, Gary Herman, Herbie Hobbs, Mark Humphries, Tom Hunt, Carol Krouse and
Jerry Truell.
Sam Snyder was invited to bring his Avrao Vulcan to show & tell at the SHARKS
Jet Rally on July 10 and was awarded a special TECHNICAL ACHIEVEMENT trophy
even though the Vulcan is not quite finished and was not flown. Congrats, Sam.
Check the Vulcan out [ here ],.
Despite a persistent 10 to 20 mph wind, most of the participants at this
annual event sponsored by the AquaNuts Squadron succeeded in getting in one or
more off-the-water flights. Approximately 30 planes were awaiting flights at the
event during the lunch break. Several out-of-town guests helped make this a
fun time for all.
Due to very limited positive response from the Club members and local clubs
who were surveyed about participating in this event, the Board has decided to
table this event. Consideration will be given to holding the JYW Event at
another time.
The members at the March Membership Meeting approved a change to the Field &
Flying Guide that requires the use of a flyer's AMA card on the frequency
board. This change is effective immediately. A list of members and their AMA
status has been placed on the bulletin board temporarily until all members are
advised of this change. Any member who cannot prove current membership in AMA
by this list, or by their AMA card, will be asked to refrain from flying until
they receive their new AMA card.
Thanks to the hard work of Jack Hogan and Jerry Truell, TMC has a new contract
with the City of Tyler to use Northside Park for the next 5 years followed by
an option to extend it by 5 years. The contract will be signed in the next few
days.
At 10AM this morning, a Memorial Service was held at Lloyd James Funeral Home
to celebrate the life of long-time TMC member, John Frank Chase. Mr. Chase
died Feb 23. The Rev. Sam DeVille officiated with the help of long-time
friends, Sam and Ann Snyder. Several TMC members gave testimonies of their
relationships with Mr. Chase.
|
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th 10th |
Homepage Photos For Sale Tips News Wanted Identify Board Maps Squads |
14383 hits 1896 hits 1791 hits 1300 hits 998 hits 768 hits 661 hits 629 hits 585 hits 579 hits |
12 Dec 2003 :
TMC Christmas Party
2 Dec 2003 :
Message from Dwight Thrasher, Pres/TMC 2004
Again thanks for your support!!!!
20 Nov 2003 :
Ann Greer Honored
Ann has served the club in many capacities since she and Joe joined TMC a
couple of years ago. She always volunteers for the food committee at all club
events and organizes other members and spouses to help. She is a fixture at
the field most weekends and is a pleasure and an encouragement to all members.
Thanks, Ann. Now, as a member, you must learn to fly!
20 Nov 2003 :
TMC Board for 2004 Set
President: Dwight Thrasher *
Frank Chase & Sam Snyder will remain on the Board to complete their 2-year
terms. (* These positions were un-opposed)
18 Nov 2003 :
Howard Kesler, Former TMC Member Wrote the Following:
03 Nov 2003 :
Jack Hogan & Jerry Truell Withdraw Nominations
27 Oct 2003 :
Herbie Hobbs Withdraws Nomination
26 Oct 2003 :
Fall Fun Fly 2003 / Swap Meet
16 Oct 2003 :
Nominations made for 2004 Board
President: Jack Hogan & Dwight Thrasher
Frank Chase & Sam Snyder will remain on the Board to complete their 2-year
terms. The (*) indicates incumbents running for an on-going term.
[ Click here for info on nominees ]
Elections will be held at the November membership meeting on Nov 20.
20 Aug 2003 :
San Snyder Wins at Waco Jet Meet
Sam has two scale RC models under construction:
an Avro Vulcan (114 inch span, two jet turbines) and a Dornier DO23 bomber
(big bird, 2 four-stroke 70's). We look forward to seeing these in competition
soon.
10 Jul 2003 :
Update of TMC By-Laws
4 Jul 2003 :
CJ's Hobbies is Going Out of Business
1 Jul 2003 :
New Hobby Shop: WINGS & WHEELS
28 Feb 2003 :
SAM SNYDER at Florida Jets Meet
30 Jan 2003 :
AMA SALE BOARD
15 Jan 2003 :
TMC Sanctioned Events for 2003
1 Jan 2003 :
Black-Eyed Pea Fun-Fly 2003
21 Nov 2002 :
Slow Combat Demo
21 Nov 2002 :
Name Herbie's Plane Contest
21 Nov 2002 :
New TMC President, VP, Sec/Treas & Board Members Elected
20 Oct 2002 :
Name Herbie's Plane Contest
20 Oct 2002 :
Nominations Set for TMC Board
Rick Robinson - President
Elections will be held at the November meeting on 20 November, per TMC
by-laws. Nominations are now closed.
[ Click here for details & photos ]
07 Oct 2002 :
Sam Snyder Wins at Superman
Sam has started construction of his next giant model aircraft, an Avro Vulcan
with two jet turbine engines. He expects to enter it at next year's Superman
event. It is awesome!
30 Sep 2002 :
TMC Sanctioned Events for 2003
If you are willing to help, please contact Jerry Truell at 526-0781, or
email Jerry at truell@juno.com.
30 Sep 2002 :
AMA Safety & Tyler City Ordnance Reminder
Flying sites are hard to come by and easy to lose! Please abide by all Tyler
City & AMA rules and ordnances. Violators will be asked to leave the Park
area and could have their membership in TMC cancelled.
26 Sep 2002 :
Loss Of Torrey Pines Flying Site in CA
16 Sep 2002 :
TMC NOMINATIONS for 2002/2003
08 Sep 2002 :
Sam's Swallow Wins in Waco!!!
Several TMC club members attended on Saturday for the warmups.
05 Sep 2002 :
Sam's Swallow Wins in Ohio!!!
Sam will enter the Swallow again at Waco, TX, on Sep 7/8 at the 20th Greater
Southwest Jet Rally, HOTMAC Field, Lake Waco. Several TMC club members plan to
attend.
28 Aug 2002 :
HOT!!!! HOT!!!! MEMBERSHIP LIST
To access the listing, click on INFO and choose the TMC MEMBERS ONLY button.
Enter the password and press the SUBMIT PASSWORD button.
27 Aug 2002 :
Flash: AquaNuts Squadron
Several of the AquaNuts have provided funds to purchase a small John Boat, a
new trolling motor, battery and charger. Most of the funds for the boat and
motor were donated; the remaining funds of about $280 will be returned to the
Tyler Modelers treasury by future donations. If you would like to donate,
please contact Jack Hogan.
The AquaNuts fly almost every Saturday at the Lakewood flying site; click on
MAPS for directions. To find out for sure if someone is going to be flying
on a particular day, call one of the AquaNuts.
19 Aug 2002 :
Birth of Clay Walker Brown
18 Aug 2002 :
Joe Locke Passes Away
13 Aug 2002 :
2002 AMA Safety Code
22 Jul 2002 :
Dr. Walter A. Good
18 Jul 2002 :
TMC Club Meeting
14 Jul 2002 :
Flying Demonstration at Timberline Camp
9 Jun 2002 :
Float Fly 2002
28 Apr 2002 :
Top Gun 2002
18 May 2002 :
Big Bird 2002
Approximately 55 TMC Members and Family attended the yearl Christmas Party.
It was held at Heartland Ham and was enjoyed by all. Jim Hall was unable to
perform his magic show due to surgery on the day before.
I really appreciate the welcome for being the new president
of Tyler's Modelers Club. I fully intend on being the president
that the club can be proud of. I think that we have some of the
best people in our club that I have ever met. I would really
like to have some input from our fellow club members on how to
better our club. I intend on trying to have a few more events
in the upcoming year and would like a lot of club participation
and ideas from the members. I am here to serve the people of
the club and I am definitely open to any and all suggestions.
The membership unanimously approved a suggestion that Ann Greer be made an
Honorary Member of Tyler Modelers Club.
The membership elected the following slate of members to the 2004 Board at
the November meeting:
Vice Pres: Tims Frazier *
Sec-Treas: Bob Schreiber *
Board : Dan Buikema and James Talley
Dear Friends,
On Nov. 7 at 7:00 am, a 4 by-pass surgery was performed on my almost failing
heart. The surgeon did a superb job with Father's help. I was under for 36
hours before waking up. Unless one has been through it, they cannot imagine
the mind and body mix Then on Nov. 9 I went into the operating room again and
a pace-maker was installed. On the 10th it was matched with my heart beat.
My heart Dr. said in 27 years he has not seen a more perfect beat. Continue to
pray for a good and complete recovery, God is teaching me a number of things
about sickness, personal and for others. I am thankful for that. May He
richly bless you in your walk with Him.
Your Brother, Howard
Jack submitted his decision on Saturday, Nov 1, and Jerry his decision on
Sunday, Nov 2. Both cited personal reasons and the need for new members on
the Board. Remaining, un-opposed candidates for these offices are: Dwight
Thrasher (President), and Tims Frazier (VP). Elections will be held on
November 20, at the regular membership meeting. Two board positions will be
filled, with four candidates still in the running.
For un-disclosed personal reasons, Herbie Hobbs has asked that his name be
dropped from the list of nominees for the 2004 Board elections. Herbie has
served several years on the Board. Remaining candidates for 2 open Board
positions are: Dan Buikema, Alan McEntarfer, Aaron Owens and James Talley.
Club Fun Fly Director Bob Schreiber with help from Ann Greer and others,
put on a really great Fun Fly on Saturday, Oct 25. Fun Fly contests lasted
from 9:30AM until 2PM with a break for demo flying by Dr. Dave Hector
(precision pattern), Gary Herman (3D) and Sam Snyder (speed RC). During the
events, club members swapped their RC stuff. The weather cooperated with light
winds and no rain until the event was over.
[ Click here for photos ]
The nominating committe submitted a slate of nominees and nominations were
also made from the membership at this club meeting, resulting in the
following:
Vice Pres: Tims Frazier & Jerry Truell
Sec-Treas: Bob Schreiber (*, un-opposed)
Board (need 2): Dan Buikema, Herbie Hobbs (*)
, Alan McEntarfer, Aaron Owens and
James Talley (*)
Sam Snyder entered his big jet DeHavilland Swallow in the Waco event and won
a first place in a team event. Congratulations, Sam.
President Rick has appointed a committee of three members- Jerry Truell, Bob
Schreiber, and James Talley- to review the current TMC By-Laws and suggest
any changes necessary to bring them up to date. Members are invited to
submit their requests/ideas during the month of July to one of these
committee members for consideration. Emphasis will be on fun & safety.
[ Click here for email addresses ]
CJ's Hobbies, long-time hobby shop in Tyler, has announced it will be closing
its doors on Sept 15. Starting immediately, CJ's will have an inventory sale
of all merchandise in the store at 25% discount. TMC members are encouraged
to visit CJ's and support Cindy Locke in this last sale; she and Joe
(deceased, 2002) have faithfully supported hobbyists in the Tyler/ET area
for many years. CJ's has sponsored the TMC WebSite for several years and has
provided many items for TMC club meetings and events. We will miss CJ's.
Gene LaFaille, TMC Club Member, has opened a new hobby shop on South
Broadway, behind the Red Barn, near Cheddar's Restaurant. Initially, W&W
will carry items for the R/C flier, and for the slot car enthusiast.
Sam entered his DeHavilland Swallow in the Scale Meet in Florida this
weekend and received the prestigious DESIGNER ACHIEVEMENT AWARD sponsored
by Model Airplane News Magazine. Sam had done major updates to the Swallow
recently to make it even more competitive.
[ Click here Florida Jets
WebSite ]
AMA has an on-line board where you may post items for sale and/or contact
those who have items for sale to arrange a purchase or trade.
[ Click here for
details ]
Jerry Truell, TMC Program Director, has confirmed sanctions received for
our Big Bird on 3 May 2003, and Float Fly for 8 & 9 June 2003. Watch for
advertising for both events in MODEL AVIATION MAGAZINE.
There were 38 members, several family members and at least 3 visiting
flyers present for this event. This may well have been the best-attended
event in the history of TMC!! Plenty of good food and flying from 9AM
until dark. Great weather.
There will be a slow combat demo at the TMC flying field on Sat, Dec 7.
Watch for details. Demos will be 15 minutes each hour; fun fly the other
45 minutes each hour. TMC may have a real combat free-for-all; get your
airplanes ready!!!
Winning name announced for Herbie Hobbs' original-design, 3D plane.
[ Click here for details ]
It's Official......
New President: Rick Robinson
New Vice-President: Mike Brown
Sec/Treasurer: Bob Schreiber
Board Member: Frank Chase
Board Member: Sam Snyder
[ Click here for details ]
Help Herbie Hobbs name his new original-design, 3D plane.
[ Click here for details ]
As presented by the Nomination Committee, the following candidates were
confirmed at the October Club Meeting on 17 October:
Mike Brown - Vice-President
Bob Schreiber - Secretary/Treasurer
Sam Snyder - Board
Frank Chase - Board
Sam Snyder, TMC Member and Master Builder, entered his giant Swallow into
competition at the Superman meet in Columbus, Ohio, and won a trophy for the
Best Construction. This is Sam's third win of this trophy; he is the only
entrant to ever win more than one! Congratulations, Sam.
Jerry Truell, TMC Program Director, will be submitting sanctions requests for
our Big Bird on 3 May 2003, and Float Fly for 7 & 8 June 2003. The TMC Board
approved funding for advertising for both events; Jerry will direct all
aspects of these two events.
North Park, location of the TMC Flying Field, is a City-of-Tyler Park and
falls under all the city regulations. It is up to TMC Members to insure that
these regulations & ordnances are followed:
No DRUGS or ALCOHOL are allowed at Tyler City Parks. In addition, the AMA
does not allow a pilot to fly under the influence of alcohol, or any drug
(including medications)
that impairs the pilot's flying ability.
One of the oldest and finest model flying sites, Torrey Pines, has been closed
to R/C glider (non-powered) flying by a private company given control of the
site by the City of San Diego Park. This was an AMA-approved site and affects
many flyers in the region.
This could have impact at many other flying sites across the country. For
the latest info on this crisis,
click here for details.
The Nomination Committee, consisting of Mark Humphries, James Mallory, James
Talley and Jerry Truell has submitted a slate of candidates for
the 2002/2003 term.
Candidates can also be nominated from the floor at the club meeting.
[ Click here for details & photos ]
Sam Snyder won plaques for PILOT's CHOICE, BEST SCALE and PEOPLE's Choice
with his DeHavilland Swallow, at Waco, TX, on Sunday, Sep 8, at the 20th
Greater Southwest Jet Rally, HOTMAC Field, Lake Waco.
[ Click here for photo of SAM and the SWALLOW]
[ Click here for photo of the SWALLOW landing
]
Sam Snyder won Best of Scale at the recent HEART OF OHIO jet rally flying
his brand-new DeHavilland Swallow. Congratulations, Sam!
[ Click here for photo of the SWALLOW]
The Tyler Modelers Club membership list is now available on the website. To
access the list, you will need the password. If you want access, send an email
to jhogan@tylermodelers.com and request that you be given the password. You
will receive the password by return email.
Like all the squadrons listed on the Tyler Modelers website under Squadrons,
the AquaNuts are all Tyler Modelers Club Members. Membership in the AquaNuts
is open to all Tyler Modelers at no charge.
Ann Brown, wife of longtime TMC member, Mike Brown, gave birth at 11:21 AM, to
a beautiful baby boy, Clay Walker, 9# 3 ounces and 19 1/4 inches in length. Big
brother, Noah, is a regular at the flying field. His name of choice for his little
brother was 'Cinderella'. Clay, Ann, Mike and Noah are doing fine.
Longtime Tyler resident and owner of CJ's Hobby Shop in Tyler, succumbed to a
severe bout with cancer on Aug 13 and was honored by friends and relatives today,
including many TMC members. Joe is survived by his wife, Cindy, and innumerable
children and grandchildren. Joe had successfully received a heart replacemnt in
the last year. He was a fine Christian man, a respected member of the community,
and a wonderful father and grandfather. Joe will be missed by all that had the
honor and pleasure of knowing him.
Please review this recent revision to the
AMA Aircraft Safety Code.
One of the founders of RC flying passed away. See the
AMA announcement.
Pres. Jack Hogan appointed a nominating committee to bring a slate
of officers and members for the TMC Board next year. Committee consists of
Jerry Truell, Mark Humphries (Sr), James Mallory and James Talley. Contact
one of these if you want to recommend a candidate. Openings exist for
President, Vice President and Board Members. Club also needs a Newsletter
Editor. [
Click here for Current Board Member Listing]
A group of TMC club members were invited to demonstrate RC Flying to the
boys at the Timberline Camp in Lindale. Participants were Alan McEntarfer,
Herbie Hobbs, Virgil Gonzalez, Marty Maher, Travis Branscum Jr, Leonard
DeCarlo and James Talley. A group of about 60 boys watched in awe as the
combat team of up to three planes did ribbon cutting. Herbie cut the longest
ribbon. Later, Herbie and Leonard demonstrated aerobatic flying for the boys.
Virgil discovered his receiver was soaked in fuel and was unable to fly.
Travis and James provided moral support and Marty flew Alan's plane a couple
of times. The event lasted about an hour. This is the fourth year club
members have participated in this worthwhile event. Click
HERE for photos.
Click for details:
TMC Float Fly is Great Success
Click for details:
Sam Snyder's MiG15 Wins 4th Place in Team Scale
Click for details:
TMC Big Bird is Lots of Fun
[ Home ]
Latest Update: See latest posting date, above.
![[ Click here for photo of SAM and the SWALLOW]](/photos/swallow1.jpg){kind=link}
![[ Click here for photo of the SWALLOW landing ]](/photos/swallow2.jpg){kind=link}
![[ Click here for photo of the SWALLOW]](/photos/samswall.jpg){kind=link}