Welcome the Charlotte Aeromodelers Photo Website. We hope you will enjoy your time viewing the photos of our clubs activities and that you stick around awhile to get to know us better. Please feel free to contact me at metcalfjohnp@gmail.com if you have any questions or need membership information. John P. Metcalf, Club Safety Officer
- Kitty Hawk North Carolina
Some shots taken at Kill Devil Hills, home of Orville and Wilbur's historic first flight.
- McCracken Aerodrome Field Pictures
Everyday Happenings
- Our New Home: McCracken Aerodrome
The following photos provide a glimpse of our move from Little Airfield to the new site located off of Hwy's 218 and 200 in Union Country. Thanks to Dale Hursey and Lee Eckert for their Google and camera work.
- Our Old Home: Little Airfield
This is a collection of random shots taken at the Charlotte Aeromodelers' Little Airfield and a few thrown in just for fun. Check it out and you might catch a glimpse of yourself in there somewhere. Or you might have bad memories of a lost plane, the one who had a date with Terafirma (the dirt so to speak). Keep checking in often and stay on your toes.
- 2012 Discus Launch Contest
Photos by John Davis
- Fun At The Field On A Winter Day
Photos by John Davis
- 2011 Warriors and Warbirds
Another great airshow to honor our veterans who have served and sacrificed for our freedom.
- 2011 Triple Tree E-week
Photos taken by John Davis.
- 2011 Fall Fly In
The Charlotte Aeromodelers' 11th Annual Fall Fly In was a great success. The day started with rain and fog but lifted around 11 am. After that it was catie bar the door as more than 25 pilots took to the air to fly what they brung. They brought everything from small electrics to giant scale planes and helicopters. The BBQ cooked by Plug and his crew made it a very special day feeding over 125 people. Bliss Teague, our Area 4 AMA VP came to help us celebrate the day of flying and listening to the modelers.
Photo credits: John P. Metcalf, John Davis, and Mitch Correll.
- 2011 All Helicopter Event
Our second annual All Helicopter event was a great success with 24 registered pilots. This will prove to be a bigger and better event every year to come.
- 2011 Trikes Wings & Blues
Our annual family day combined with our great landowners Doug and LouAnn McCracken's A Wing and a Chair customer appreciation day for the second year. This was a great day with the weather (a little hot), the food, the band, and the Aeromodeler members who flew it up. In addition to the music provided by the Good Time Band, there was a 50/50 raffle, an egg toss contest, popsicles for the children (and young thinking adults) and a candy drop performed by our own Ray Anderson.Photos by John Metcalf and John Davis
- 2011 All Electric
Beautiful sunny skies, a light breeze and 37 registered pilots plus guests made for a great day of flying and good old Charlotte Aeromodeler hospitality.
Photos by John P. Metcalf
- 2011 Joe Nall
Another fantastic year for the "Nall" where RC enthusiasts gather every year to give homage to the biggest scale birds in the sky.
Photos by John P. Metcalf
- 2011 Spring Fly In
The Charlotte Aeromodelers hosted their 11th Annual Spring Fly In with 37 registered pilots and many guests. Photo credits: John Davis and John P. Metcalf
- 2010 Take Off and Grow
On October 16, 2010 the Charlotte Aeromodelers sponsored its first AMA Takeoff and Grow event by hosting community leaders, neighbors, and scout organizations to a day of hands on instruction, flight simulation, flying exhibitions, and some great food. Because of this event we secured four new memberships. Thank you volunteers for making this a day of putting smiles on both the young and the old.
- 2010 Aeromodelers' Fall Fly In
First, 46 registered pilots, 150+ guests/spectators, great neighbors, and the best BBQ east of the Catawba river made for the best of fly ins.
Many thanks to our members who put in a lot of work behind the ropes so those at the flight line could enjoy themselves. And a special thanks to our hobby shop sponsors: Helicopter Hobbies, Hobby Town Monroe, KC Hobbies, WINGS, Charlotte Aircraft Modeling, and Hobby Stop.
- Rockets Go Up and They Come Down
Some clips from the 2010 Freedom Launch in Orangeburg, SC over the Labor Day weekend. What goes up must come down!!! That's Rocket Man Bill Kent of our club who flies rockets as well as airplanes.
- Blues Trikes and Wings
Doug and LouAnn McCracken held their "A Wing and a Chair" open house at the Charlotte Aeromodelers airfield on Saturday August 28. They hosted their great friends, neighbors and customers to an afternoon of food, music, and some great flying. Everyone enjoyed themselves. A big hand to Doug and LouAnn for a job well done. It was a pleasure to see the bikes and wings do their thing.
- 2010 No Hassle Glider Day
It was our 5th annual no hassle glider day and all had a glider load of fun. An awesome day with 23 glider pilots having a hand at conquering the skies with their glider machines. Everything from winch launch, discus launch, and powered launch filled the air. A great surprise was having Larry Moore come visit after his great escape from the physical rehab. Check out his flying with a little help from his friend, "Plug". Also check out the Roger Krenzin glider, it dates back 35 years when he was a pilot in Ecuador. And check Jamie Carpenter's scale plane and its workmanship.
- 2010 Helicopter Fly In
On Saturday July 31, 2010 the Charlotte Aeromodelers hosted the 1st Annual All Helicopter Fly In at our little slice of heaven. We had 17 registered pilots and 40 spectators to make it a great day to fly.
- 2010 All Electric Fly In
It was a different day with the smooth sounds of electric power. 31 registered pilots made it a great day to fly.
- Joe Nall 2010
An exceptional day at the Nall. Once again it did not disappoint those many thousands who attended.
Several great sequences of Max Hodges and his B29, Quiki and his demo, and who can forget the German pilots and their Euro Fighters.
Enjoy!!!
- 2010 Spring Fly In
40 registered pilots plus 120 guests made for a fantastic gathering under perfect skies. It definitely was "Blue Skies" to our flying friends. Pictures by John Metcalf, Christina Brown and John Davis.
- Warriors and Warbirds Airshow 2009
While we have a chance to remember the sacrifices the best generation of all gave for our liberties, this album gives you a glimpse of the flying machines that helped them win it in every theatre they were active. (Monroe Airshow 2009)
- Grand Opening Fly In 2009
It might have been cool and damp, but the flyers came to fly it up at the Charlotte Aeromodelers Grand Opening of their new McCracken Aerodrome. Forty Two (42) registered flyers and 120+ guests were entertained by some great flying, and the best Pork BBQ east of the Catawba. Bliss Teague, AMA Area IV Vice-president attended and took part in the field dedication ceremony and presented the club with an Area IV and AMA flag that will be proudly displayed on the field's flag pole. Photos by John Metcalf, Jason Jones and John Davis
- Thank You Fly In
This was a big day for three "sister" clubs that came together to enjoy flying, swapping stories, making new friends and for the Charlotte Aeromodelers to say thank you to the Flying Aces and the York County Flyers. We said thank you for allowing our membership to use their airfields while our club was moving to the new site. Thanks to Dale Hursey, Charlotte Aeromodelers, and Jason Jones, York County Flyers, for contributing pictures to this album.
- Club's First Community Event
The Charlotte Aeromodelers welcomed the community's Antique Tractor show to its new McCracken Aerodrome on Saturday September 12, 2009. Many of our new neighors came to enjoy flying demonstrations, tractors, and ice cream. Photos courtesy of John Metcalf and Lee Eckert.
- Joe Nall 2009
Another great year. 868 registered pilots makes a record
- Doug and LouAnn McCracken's Annual BBQ Drop In
Doug and LouAnn McCracken, our club's new landowners, opened their doors to their third annual BBQ Drop In. Doug and LouAnn are owners of A Wing and a Chair where they convert motorcycles to Trikes, and build sidecars. As you can see, the partygoers had a wonderful time. The food was great, the band was great, and the hospitality was exceptional.
- Tora Tora
The return of the Japanese Zeros to Monroe Airport on Sunday November 9.
Pictures courtesy of Dale Hursey.
- Big Fly In Fall 2008
This was the Aeromodelers biggest and most successful fly in to date. The weather cleared, the clouds parted, and the sun came out late. But it did not spoil the fun. The club and its members went all out to make the guests and flyers feel welcome. With $6000 in donated raffle prizes and two of the best Big Pig BBQ cooks in the state, the pilots and guests had a great time.
- Cub Scout Third Annual Outing 2008
What a day. With more than 150 cub scouts, cub masters, parents, club members, and visitors, the Charlotte Aeromodelers hosted 6 packs and 1 boy scout troop at Little airfield for a day of building models, flying planes with a "buddy box" and flying on several computer simulators.
We don't know if the scouts or the parents had the most fun.
- All Glider Day 2008
The Aeromodelers 3rd Annual "No Hassle Glider Day".
This was a great day for gliding around the blue skies of the Carolinas. With 33 pilots and more than 70 gliders on hand, it made this the most successful "no hassle glider day".
- All Electric Fly In 2008
Our Third Annual All Electric Fly In was held on Saturday June 21 with 31 pilots in attendance, representing 6 different clubs (one as far away as Vero Beach FL), and a number of guests.
This Fly In was dedicated to Bob Schlachter, a long time member and good friend, wishing him a speedy recovery.
As always, everyone had a wonderful time flying and making new friends. There were a few winners as well, as Hobby Stop, Rock Hill, and Wings, Oakboro, stepped up and donated raffle prizes that helped the club.
Photos by John Metcalf, Rick Harn, and Richard Early
- Joe Nall 2008
Another great year for Joe Nall. Spectacular noon time demonstrations. Checkout the Mack Hodges B-29 sequence again this year; and the 3D jetting by our German friends. Photos by John Metcalf
- Spring Fly In 2008
The Aeromodelers' 2008 flying season kicked off with the 7th Annual Spring Fly-In on April 19 as the club's members and guests raised money for two very worthy charities - MS Foundation and Juvenile Leukemia Foundation. With 38 registered pilots, the club was able to donate $800 to the charities. A big thank you to all the guests and members who made it happen. And a big thank you to our sponsors this year, who without their generosity, it would not have happened - K/C Hobby, Hobby Stop, Charlotte Aircraft Modeling, and Korben Homes. Photos by John Metcalf, Rick Harn, and Dale Hursey, and Richard Early.
- Flying Aces Spring Fun Fly 2008
With Lowes Motor Speedway as the backdrop, the Flying Aces kicked off their spring season in style as they hosted their Club's first Fun Fly on April 12, 2008. It was a big success with over 35 pilots registered and at least an addtional 40 spectators. Bliss Teague, AMA District IV VP, was in attendance to support the Club's new adventure. And, thanks to Humpy Wheeler and the speedway, the Flying Aces have a great place to fly and meet new friends. A number of Charlotte Aeromodelers came out to support the Club at their new home. www.charlotteaeromodelers.org Pictures by John P. Metcalf
- Field Workday
A good day for the club when a number of members showed up on Saturday and Sunday to pound some nails, saw some lumber, put paint on the shed and transmitter board, and hang a new rules board. And notice, you still cannot fly before noon on Sundays. Good help can still be found. And checkout what happens if you are sitting and get painted over.
- Fall Family Day
We had a blast as a number of pilots tried their hand at the "fun fly" antics Jmmy Ritch setup while family members and guests lookwed on. And the young ones (a few older ones too) had fun with Ray Anderson pulling duty of dropping the candy. See you all next year. Photos contributed by John Metcalf, Dale Hursey, and Roger Early.
- 2007 Monroe Airshow
Pictures of the 1st Annual Monroe Airshow honoring our veterans. You can spot our club member, Roger Krenzin, as he flys JAARS' Helio 1 in exhibition. Quite a show. Photos by John Metcalf
- Giant Scale Fly In 2007
7th Annual Harry McMorris Memorial Giant Scale Event held at Little Airfield on October 27, 2007. Photos by John Metcalf
- Fall Fly In 2007
Our club's annual Fall Fly In was held September 29, 2007 at Little Airfield. Photos by Gary Charnega
- "No Hassle" All Glider Day 2007
This was our second annual "No Hassle" All Glider Day. No Hassle - no landing fee, no food, no raffles, no awards, just plain good fun and fellowship. Photos by John Metcalf
- Cub Scout Outing 2007
- All Electric Fly In 2007
This was the second annual All Electric Fly In held at Little Airfield on June 9, 2007. It was attended by more than 20 pilots. Photos by John Metcalf
- 2007 IMAC Contest at Little Airfield
The Southeast Regional IMAC contest was held at Little Airfield on June 1-3, 2007. Photos by John Metcalf
- Joe Nall 2007
These photos were taken at Joe Nall 2007 duriing the Saturday events.
There are a lot of photos here, so take your time and take a look. Checkout the B-29 set. Photos by John Metcalf
- Spring Fly In 2007
Our annual Spring Fly In was held at Little Airfield on April 21, 2007. We had over 40 pilots and 100 planes entered with an additional 60 guests watching the day's events. Photos by John Metcalf
- Fall Fly In 2006
Aeromodelers host Fall Fly In 2006
- Cub Scout Day 2006
- Summer Family Day 2006
- No Hassle Glider Day 2006
First Annual No Hassle Glider Day 2006
- Joe Nall 2006
- Spring Fly In 2006
Another great day hosting the Spring Fly In 2006
- IMAC 2006
Aeromodelers hosted the Regional IMAC
- 2005 Fall Family Day
- 2005 Giant Scale
- 2005 Joe Nall
- 2005 Spring Fly In
- 2005 Fall Fly In