The Tillamook Navel Air Station

I ran across this old Navel museum in my travels and thought a little history might do us all some good. In 1942, the U.S. Navy began construction of 17 wooden hangars to house the K-class blimps being used for anti-submarine coast patrol and convoy escort. Two of these hangars were built at the Naval Air Station Tillamook, commissioned in December 1942 to serve the Oregon-Washington coastal area. (This one at Tillamook is the only one left and serves as an Air Museum)

Length: 1,072 feet
Height: 192 feet
(over 15 stories)
Width: 296 feet
Area: Over 7 acres
(enough to play six football games)
 Doors: 120 ft. high,
6 sections each weighing 30 tons.
 220 ft. wide opening. The sections roll on railroad tracks
Catwalks: 2 catwalks, each 137 ft. above the hangar deck

Pylon Racers at Hearne Texas

Some Pictures from Kingsbury's IMAC and Museum

Fathers Day at ARCA

“Father’s Day”  brought HOT temps and lots of great flying;  many Dad’s and Members spent the day trading shade for some great flying and fellowship.  It was good to see some families out to watch and support  Dad’s hobby as well! “ Doug Nelle

Memorial Day weekend at ARCA

Here are a few pictures from this last Memorial Day weekend at the flying field. “Although it was a bit hot, it did not stop numerous pilots from showing their talents and sharing time to teach others. “ Doug Nelle

Pictures of the Waco from Fred's Stuff

HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOYD!!!!
ARCA’s May monthly member meeting attendees were treated to a cake celebrating Loyd Ligon’s belated Birthday. Members and several prospective members enjoyed some flying and fellowship before a short meeting. Doug Nelle President
May27

The 21st Annual Central Texas Jet Rally  

We would like to thank our sponsors Hobby Express ,BVM Models and Apache Jets.  

I want to thank everyone for their help from registration , to the concession stand, parking and emptying trash cans and putting out the signs.  Also a big thanks to the members that helped with the dinner Friday evening and the Steak dinner sat evening.  Without every ones help we could not of had a successful event. There's too many to name and I don't want to miss anyone. 

Even though we had bad weather on Friday we still had 25 pilots. They got in a lot of good flying on Saturday as it turned out to be a great day.   We got treaded to a flyby of a P-51 Sat afternoon. 

Ok now for the awards --

Best of Show -- Veron Montgomery -- Ultra Bandit

People Choice -- Ivan Via -- F-16 Top Gun -- Steven and Dawn Ellzey -- Bob Cat and King Cat.  

Pilots Choice -- Bob Covish -- Flying Shark [ Yes a Flying Shark ]

The pilots raffle prize went to Veron Montgomery and the general public raffle went to Ted Sesso from Ca who flies rc and is in Austin filming a major movie.  All in all I think even with the bad weather the event turned out great due to the pilots and all the great members of ARCA that helped thru out the event.

Thank You Ken CD

The Mayor of Hutto was here and took tons of photos and he was going to send some photo's to us.  I would sure appreciate any other photos of the event.

May 19

ARCA visits Preschoolers in Cedar Park!!!!
On Wednesday May 12, 2010 The Austin Radio Control Association presented an Airplane presentation to more that 100 students at “The Goodard School” in Cedar Park to support the theme of the month on “Transportation”. “ARCA” Vice President Edwin Smith made the arrangements, “ARCA” Member at large Morris Duet, Member Christopher Nelle, and President Doug Nelle conducted the presentation that included a Static Display, Fun facts about Airplanes and how they fly, indoor flying demonstration including how to make a “Styrofoam” glider with demonstration; and as a surprise every student received one to take home. I want to thank Morris for bringing his Giant Scale “Aeroworks Yak” , the kids loved it, and Christopher for taking all of the pictures and assisting with the making of 100 gliders. To see the look on those kids faces was well worth the trip; you never know when we as hobbyist might strike an impression on a young mind, may we all share this great feeling.
Doug Nelle President
May 12, 2010

12th Annual War Bird Fly-In

We had a great event, the weather was great Friday (straight down the runway)  Saturday we had a strong crosswind but the guys kept right on flying.  We had 35 pilots. Event support was from Wylie Warbirds, Troy Built Models and RC Report. There were some beautiful planes as you can see by the pictures.  Best of Show was Kieth Coover with his 1/3 BUSA Stearman with the sweet music of a Moki 250 radial; and Pilots Choice went to Paul Curry with his speed demon 1/5 P-51. 

The winner of the Focke Wulf FW190 was Robin Masek and the winner of the Alpha 40 was Louis Zavala.

If you have any pictures of the War Birds Event that you would like to share with us please send them or the link to them to ARCA@austin.rr.com . There are great photos taken by Donnie, Walter Remson, Robin Masek, Terry Farmer of WylieWarBirds.com sent these. and others that can be seen on our Photo Gallery so click here to view.    April24....:

2010 Central Texas Heli Fun Fly

We had a HOOT this past weekend !!!  We had 50 pilots sign up for Friday alone. We want to thank all the volunteers who worked this weekend. Remember when you volunteer for any event, your pilot fees are wavered for your event of choice.

If you have any pictures of the Heli Event that you would like to share with others please send them to ARCA@austin.rr.com so they can be put on the web site. There are over 100 great photos taken by Joe on our Photo Gallery so click here to view.

Texas Electric Flight Festival

This was a great event, fun was had by all with lots of good flying. We had 8 grand prizes donated by 3D Hobby Shop, Hobby Town, and Budget RC. We want to thank them for supporting our Electric Flight Festival.

The winners of the donated prizes were Bob Price (Nutball), Jeff Tichenor (Arrow), Lorne Parks (T-28), Richard Henigley (Messershmidt), Will Ehgleman (Corsair), Bill Miears won two planes (Cheap Trick & 42" Slick) and the grand prize went to David Graben who won the 70" Slick.  Below are some happy faces.

We would like to thank all the volunteers which made this event possible, You guys were great.

Below are a few photos of the event. The rest of the photos (over 100) can be seen on our Photo Gallery so click here. I would like to thank Ashley for these photos, they are great. http://www.rc-tvproductions.com/teff/index.html

Virtual Aircraft Museum

Here is one of the neatest  websites I have run across for all those who love all kinds of airplanes. Be careful as you can easily eat up several hours at this site... http://www.aviastar.org/index2.html

Here is another great video of the Greatest Helicopter Pilot that you might enjoy.

http://www.glumbert.com/media/flash/player.swf?file=aerobatics&=mp;autosta

---ARCA's 2009 SWAP MEET---
The Swap Meet was a giant success and we want to thank all who helped make it a success!!!!!  Thanks for the photos Morris
Oct 29, 2009:

Thought You Might Enjoy This

Hi Everyone, I just wanted to send this out. My neighbor (Russ Kyler) just got back from England on a dedication. I believe most of you have met him. He's been out a Fred's place and out at ARCA on several occasions. He loves talking about his experience being a fighter pilot in the P-47. He is also interested in RC flying and enjoys coming out and seeing you guys. Ken

I just wanted to pass along this link to the Duxford Museum at Duxford, England. (Home of the 78th Ftr Gp., WW II). I visited them (as a part of my trip to Boxted) on Aug 5th. They were working on a P-47G as well as a couple dozen other aircraft. They got part of the information correct & left out some but that is the way most interviews go :-) :-) :-). We gave a 1/24th scale of a P-47M (HV*J "LORENE") to the Boxted Museum. They are planning their Grand Opening on or about Easter of next year. We also visited the 56th Museum at Halesworth. It is outstanding for an ALL VOLUNTEER operation. (Buzz Took is the "Contact" for Americans). "ROAR OF THUNDER" by Peter Newman was donated to Halesworth by Ralph Johnson (62nd Pilot). The artist donated a copy to Boxted. I was privileged to autograph both prior to them being framed. Click here: http://friends-of-tfc.blogspot.com/

ENJOY !!!!!

Sep 16

We Had A Great bunch of kids out today!!!!
Today July 14, 2009, the 4H Capital Aerospace Camp kids came out to the field and we put on a small air show for them.  They got to see model helicopters fly and fix wing airplanes fly.  They also got to see a jet catch fire.  Sorry about that guys.  The club provided hot dogs and drinks for everyone.  THANKS GUYS!!!!! There are more pictures on Our Photo Gallery
July 14, 2009:

ARCA's PHOTO GALLERY 

This is where you can view all the current and past flying event pictures.   I started it with the Big Bird and the Helicopter events of 2007 and will continue it on into 2012. To view these pictures, click here. You can copy and save any of these pictures to your computer where you can print them or e-mail them to a friend.
If you need some extra help navigating our Photo Gallery I have developed a short user guide. Click here to view or print it.