Jungmeister

At Holdfast Model Aero Club, we treat Multi-rotors like Helis. We have a dedicated area for hover practice, away from the fixed-wing flight line. Expert flyers may fly from the normal flight line but must conform with the circuit pattern in use and not get in the way of others. Usually commonsense prevails and Helicopters operate one at a time while fixed-wing takes a 10-minute break. We do not "Teach" Multi-rotor or Heli but can offer assistance with set-up. FPV (both fixed and rotary) must be under direct visual control at all times. This requires an observer. Australian MAAA and CASA rules are very strict but plenty of weird things happen off the field, causing complaints. CASA has a very proactive approach with publicity on the rules. I noticed today, Boxing Day, with the start of many sporting events including the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, that CASA has been on the radio with warnings about operating over public gatherings. Post-Christmas, we expect an increase of visitors to our field who ignore the fact that it is a facility for Club Members only. Our approach is to invite them to join the Club and learn to fly fixed-wing (using our Club supplied training aircraft and Instructors) with the opportunity to set up their drones. We offer four visits free of charge. This sometimes works and we have gained Members as a result. However, the Club fees usually deter the casual drone flyers.

I wonder if the interest in expo is greater among Mode 2 flyers. I fly Mode 1 and it is easy to avoid interaction between Roll and Pitch simply because the sticks are separated. Expo can help beginers to fly smoother. Having said that, there is a place for some expo on some of my models.

My favorite model! The Bucker Jungmeister. I think the name means " Young Champion". Unfortunately I am neither but the plane is great. P.S. the plane in my photo is a Cub another favorite but a bit woosie for a pen name!