Wellington Radio Flyers was formed in the seventies by a group of modellers who specialised in the building and flying of radio controlled model aircraft. It has continued to this day with this same basic concept in place.

Our flying site in the southern Wairarapa is ideal for those who prefer the wide open spaces. With a 1500 foot ceiling it is ideal for both large power models and gliders. Tutoring is available from beginners to Wings Badge stage.

There are 23 members in the club and between them they have expertise and equipment that covers most of the special requirements of the hobby so they are able to provide advice and mutual support to other members.

Within the overall objective of radio control, there are many types of models flown by club members.

The most popular type of model would be the trainer/sport/large model powered by a glow plug engine. This suits the modeller, whose satisfaction of the hobby comes from building, trimming and successfully flying their models. It is a most satisfying experience when you first bring a model to the stage that you can take off, fly a circuit and land back on the strip.

Also within the club are gliders, scale and aerobatic pattern models. Pattern ships are designed for competition where a manoeuvre schedule is performed against fellow competitors.

For those who do not wish to build models, there are ARTF (almost ready to fly) models available which can get you ready to fly after just a few hours assembly.

Electric powered models have become very popular. Mainly due to the fact that technical development have brought them to the stage where they can perform as well as their glow engine counterparts. They have the advantage of being quiet enough to fly in suitable public places and small enough to fly indoors. Because of this they are often referred to as ‘park’ and ‘indoor’ flyers.

Several members are flying with these models.