Welcome
The Kitsap Aircraft Radio Control Society is an active radio control aeronautical club with members of all skill levels, from novice to expert. If you are new to flying, be sure to check out our free "Learn to Fly!" offer in the featured section at right. ▬▬►
We meet at 7:00 PM on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at The Sunnyslope Improvement Association or at Marlin Little Field during the summer.
For more information on how to join or to get involved, contact us.
Upcoming Events
November
| 4 | Indoor Flying - Marcus Whitman Middle School, 6-9:00 pm |
| 8 | Regular Meeting, including Officer Nominations - Sunnyslope Improvement Association, 5830 SW Old Clifton Road, Port Orchard, 7:00 pm |
| 11 | No Indoor Flying |
| 15 |
Open Shop at Slim's - 7:00 p.m. - (360) 871-8415 6117 Patrosa Ln. SE, Port Orchard |
| 18 | Indoor Flying - Marcus Whitman Middle School, 6-9:00 pm |
| 25 | No Indoor Flying |
Club News
Little Field Vandalism
The airfield was broken into late last week; the gate lock was broken and the metal structure was
significantly damaged. Due to quick work by several club members, most of the damage was
repaired on Saturday.
Select here for more details.
Stolen Airplanes & Gear
Aaron Wilson had his truck broken into at his home in Silverdale. Four planes with support equipment were stolen. A partial list of the big items is:
1. Ultra Stick 60 with Saito 100 4 stroke (yellow see through covering)
2. Great Planes 40 Stik with 55 OS (red)
3. Vmar Stick 40 with G32 electric (red)
4. Graupner Hotrigger 3D with G32 electric (white foam)
5. Red flight box
6. Mayatech large scale starter
7. 3 gallons fuel
8. LIPO battery charger (2 channel)
9. 2 Ammo cans with LIPO batteries, 4S and 5S
10. Wing for Dragon Lady plane (white and yellow)
11. Tool box with tools
If anyone sees anything like this for sale, please notify Aaron: 360-509-1397
Membership Renewals
Membership renewal forms for 2023 are now available
here.
A completed and signed membership form is required from each renewing member.
For more information, see the
Membership Page
Indoor Flying
Weekly Indoor Flying has resumed in the gym at Marcus Whitman Middle School. The gym will be open from 6:00 to 9:00 PM most Fridays through the fall and winter, but may be closed for holidays and special events (including November 11th & 25th, and December 9th, 23rd, & 30th). Check the School Calendar and KARCS Upcoming Events.
Missing Airplane
Someone found a blue & white airplane and put it under a table at the airfield. Anyone with information please contact KC.
Newcomer's Guide
The AMA has provided a document about TRUST, FAA Registration, and other topics to help newcomers get started in the hobby. It is available here"
FAA UAS Safety Test
The FAA requires all recreational flyers to pass
The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST).
See the KARCS TRUST page.
About the AMA
The Academy of Model Aeronautics is the largest model aviation association, representing a membership of more than 195,000. There are more than 2,500 AMA model airplane clubs across the country.
AMA District XI
includes the states
of Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon
and Washington.
Select here for an introduction to R/C flying in Kitsap County.
Select here to get an idea of what it's like to fly an R/C aircraft.
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