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Events => TEMAC Events => Topic started by: Michael on July 22, 2012, 04:25:19 PM

Title: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Michael on July 22, 2012, 04:25:19 PM
Wow!

I had to leave for personal reasons, but I would estimate that there were at least 50 different electric jet models, and more than 50 flights.

This seemed to me as the most popular event ever held at TEMAC, much more active than any fun fly we have ever held.

The mood was exciting but the pace was casual; the food was fantastic.

10 prizes were awarded and 3 gift certificates were awarded by draw.

For the most part, flights were excellent; people flew safely and very well.
I don't recall any terrible crashes at all.

It was nice to see a lot of new and unusual models as well.

Congratulations to Jack, our Events coordinator, thanks to Simon who awarded prizes, thanks to all the photographers (there were times when there were more photographers at the pilot stations than pilots!) Thanks to Greg and everyone who helped set up and prepare the food.

... and a big WELCOME to new members who just joined.

It was fun!

Hopefully we'll get some photos posted here soon.
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: sihinch on July 22, 2012, 06:00:11 PM
Echoing Michael's sentiments - thanks to everyone who came out. It was a fabulous day.  :D

Safe, courteous, and loads of fun! I had a blast, quite literally. Some amazing models, and amazing flying!

Thanks everyone for being a supporter of the day! Can't wait to see the photos.
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: thehaze on July 22, 2012, 06:08:44 PM
I had a great time! Thanks to the guys who set it all up. I can't wait for Jets day 2013!

Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: bfeist on July 22, 2012, 09:08:42 PM
I couldn't believe the turnout. What fun!

Ben
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Michael on July 23, 2012, 08:27:33 AM
Here are a couple images of my E-Flite Mig taken by Andy. It's a micro-size jet, weighing about 2 and a half ounces, so it's actually difficult to photograph in the air. Take a close look at one of the photos, which by amazing coincidence, caught a flying insect in the frame as the image was being taken. It gives a good impression of the size of the model.
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Michael on July 23, 2012, 08:29:03 AM
Here's a shot of Simon's BAe Hawk next to mine.
There were 4 models of this plane at the event yesterday, 3 of which were flown at the same time.

Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day...Thanks everyone who helped organize!
Post by: Wingnutz on July 23, 2012, 09:21:44 AM
Had a great time! It was a super day! Thanks organizers!
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Ededge2002 on July 23, 2012, 04:44:35 PM
Great group shot.  some great looking planes too!  Dissapointed i could not attend even more now
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Andy Hoffer on July 23, 2012, 10:06:11 PM
Quote from: Michael on July 23, 2012, 08:27:33 AM
Here are a couple images of my E-Flite Mig taken by Andy. It's a micro-size jet, weighing about 2 and a half ounces, so it's actually difficult to photograph in the air. Take a close look at one of the photos, which by amazing coincidence, caught a flying insect in the frame as the image was being taken. It gives a good impression of the size of the model.

Too I bad I missed the insect coming out the back end of Michael's jet !!  I'll have to get some more practice!

Andy
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Michael on July 24, 2012, 10:33:10 AM
Photos
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Michael on July 24, 2012, 10:35:04 AM
More photos (from Bobby)
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: sihinch on July 24, 2012, 10:46:18 AM
Wow! Awesome shot Bobby, thank you.

Great flying formation with you again, Greg C!  Looks like we're getting better at it!

S
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: thehaze on July 24, 2012, 12:31:49 PM
Great shots. Are we going to post them on the temac site as well?
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Michael on July 24, 2012, 12:41:32 PM
Jack is learning the administration of the website now; I will start in about 2 weeks.

The main section of the website should start growing in content within a month.

There are many more photos.
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Gregor77 on July 24, 2012, 02:20:41 PM
We are getting better and closer... lol!

At least with jets you won't cut my tail again... wink wink!
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Michael on July 24, 2012, 11:32:53 PM
More photos listed in the News and Events section on the main website.

here's a link:

http://temac.ca/?p=583 (http://temac.ca/?p=583)

Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: Gregor77 on July 25, 2012, 10:47:25 AM
I love the picture of Bill!  That is priceless!  :-X
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: battlestu on July 26, 2012, 08:05:18 AM
Here is a few shots from Bobby:
https://plus.google.com/photos/116345989044788459241/albums/5768501497808442273

Enjoy!
Title: Re: 2012 TEMAC Jets Day
Post by: thehaze on July 26, 2012, 09:30:29 AM
Wow! great photos. Especially the ones with my planes in them.  ;D