Introduction
The Chatham Aeronauts is a not for profit club located in Chatham, Ontario.
Membership is open to anyone interested in flying RC Models.
We currently have 1 flying field as outlined in the “Flying Sites” tab.
Annual membership varies from 20 to 30 members.
Fees and membership application forms are outlined below.
Meetings
Meeting information is posted in the Chat Box and are usually held on the last Tuesday of each month.
Contact any executive member for more information.
Visitors are welcome to attend our meetings.
Instruction
We have several qualified instructors for both fixed wing and rotary wing aircraft.
Instruction is available for free to all student pilots.
Instruction is geared to the individual while following the MAAC wings program.
Once a pilot has completed the training program and won their “wings” they are qualified to fly solo at any MAAC chartered club across Canada.
Chatham Aeronauts Inc. and its’ members are not responsible or liable for damage to aircraft or equipment during or after training.
Community Demonstrations
Periodically throughout the year we participate in static displays and flying demonstrations in support of various community groups.
We have also been active in assisting local teachers in presenting information about the theory of flight to their students.
Requirements for flying models .
You must be a member of the club Aeronauts application
Dues can be paid by cash, cheque or EMT to the treasurer , or by PayPal.
To fly members must also belong to MAAC https://secure.maac.ca/members/en/join.php
To fly members must also have an RPAS license and register their models
Information HERE and HERE and HERE
Take the exam and register models HERE