The Sydney Model Aero Club Incorporated

The
Sydney Model
Aero Club

Incorporated.

Qualified instructors and training aircraft available to anybody who wants to have a go.

ABOUT US

Model aircraft have been flown at the ANZAC Range at Malabar Headland in Sydney, Australia, since the 1920's.

Sydney Model Aero Club Inc has operated from the ANZAC Rifle Range since 1982 and is affiliated with the Model Aeronautical Association of Australia through Aeromodellers NSW.

The focus of the club is the flying of radio-controlled model aircraft with the objective of providing the opportunity for members to safely fly their model aircraft in both recreational and competitive flying arena.

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WHERE WE OPERATE

Sydney Model Aero Club inc. operates at the Anzac Rifle Range from a flying field registered with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).

Entrance to the site is at the eastern end of Franklin Street, Malabar.

Drive to the end of Franklin St and proceed through the gate and up to the NSW Rifle Association building where you turn left and then immediately right onto the road leading out to the field gate.

Please observe the 20 km/h speed limit.

The Club

Radio controlled models have never been more affordable or easier to operate. Sydney Model Aircraft Club provides a safe and supportive environment for anybody to take up or further their interest in model aviation.

The Field

Sydney Model Aero Club's flying field is the only registered flying field close to the Sydney CBD with easy access via Anzac Parade. It's location on the coast at the southern end of Maroubra beach and takes advantage of the clean undisturbed air off the Pacific ocean with the prevailing North Easterly sea breeze. This makes for a cool and pleasant environment, even on hot days. The field is a rectangle with approximately 300 meters sides, making it one of the largest fields available.

The Community

Sydney Model Aero Club is focused on providing a welcoming environment to those interested in aviation. Our membership provides a welcoming environment to experienced pilots and anyone with a desire to take up flying or building model aircraft. If you're an experienced pilot or just curious about model aircraft, come out say hello.

CALL TO ACTION

Flying and building Model Aircraft is a fantastic way of furthering
your interest in aviation at an affordable price.

Many of our members have a life time of experience taking part in model and
full size aviation and would love to share that experience with you.

Book a Free Trial Instruction Flight today.

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When We Operate

The club field is available to members on weekdays and every second Sunday when conditions allow from 8 am.

Flying model aircraft is affected by the weather (especially wind), so it is not always possible to fly on a particular day.

If interested in watching the flying, contact numbers are provided in the "contact us" section.

Sunscreen and Water are Essential!

Everyone is encouraged to bring their own shade and seating.Toilets are available at the main range buildings.

LEARNING TO FLY

The club has qualified instructors and training aircraft available to anybody who wants to have a go. Training of new members is by appointment.

Flying skills are taught by the club's experienced members either with the club's training aircraft or the novice pilot's aircraft. Teaching is done with the club's buddy box (dual control) control system.

National proficiency accreditation is available to members by the club's certified instructors.

The club encourages prospective members to talk to us before purchasing equipment.

The latest coolest plane may not be the one that is best to learn with.