The Club was originally formed in late 1972 by Mr Gerald Cullis, a keen modeller and local shop keeper.  His shop was located at no 14 Ongar Road in Brentwood, one side sold babywear and the other side a modelling shop.

With a suitable site and flying permission sought the Club quickly grew and joined the S.M.A.E. In May 1973 which later in 1987 became known as the BMFA (our affiliation # 0037).

The Clubs first home in Brentwood was a small field near the 2nd world war Marconi radar station. This was quickly outgrown and a more suitable site was sought. After much consultation a larger field, owned by the local parish council was offered in 1986, which we still use today. Some of the original founding members are still flying with us.

Today we are a fully affiliated club with the BMFA and enjoy a healthy membership, flying both fixed wing and helicopters. We can teach you to fly and obtain your A certificate, using the modern buddy box system.

Over the years many things have changed but one thing remains constant; the fact that we still enjoy helping new members both young & old explore this fantastic hobby.  There is also still time for a chat about the good old days.

Club Membership

New members always welcome, although we do have a limit of 60. Special consideration is always given to people without a club and wishing to learn or juniors.

Membership to the Brentwood Model Flying Club is upon condition that you hold membership with the BMFA. This can be on an individual basis, proof of which must be shown prior to flying, or can be obtained through the club (our preferred method).

Click here to download a membership form (.DOC link)

For enquiries please contact enquiries@brentwood-modelflying.co.uk

Training

Training is given free of charge by our club instructors, using buddy leads. We can teach fixed wing as well as helicopter disciplines. Our examiner is available to take you through your A test, and later, if you wish, your B test.