Flat Out RC

There is a lot of talk about getting kids into aeromodelling so who better to have a discussion about this topic than a mum of an avid aeromodeller. Sonia Ritter joins us to discuss her experience having a son that has become a diehard model flyer. Sonia also loves the aeromodelling scene and is a regular face at her sons local club. We uncover a few critical points that are needed to encourage and foster kids in aeromodelling in the modern era. A great discussion that uncovers a lot of the reality and path forward needed to grow the hobby.

On this episode of the Flat Out RC podcast Kevin Chiselett from Holk RC joins us to share his story in aeromodelling. Inheriting his dad's love for model building, Kevin grew up surrounded by model planes and has not slowed down. His passion is bringing scale models to life which extends to his his business Holk RC, a laser cutting and model supplies company. You'll hear about Kevin's new found love for model airliners, how he is designing models and much more.

When it comes to model gliding, it would be hard to find someone more passionate about it that Colin Collyer. Colin joins us on the podcast to share his life story in aeromodelling starting out in control line, competing in free flight events and now a dedicated RC glider pilot with a penchant for scale gliders.

This week a friend joins us on the Flat Out RC podcast in Gavin Sexton. Gavin has been a long time aeromodeller that has explored almost every facet of the hobby. From control line to turbine jets, Gavin shares his passion for model flying and we have a bit of fun between mates along the way.

Our flying clubs often survive on the back of a few hard working members. Fred West is one of those hard working members that has help build the Echuca Moama Model Aero Club. Fred is also an avid aeromodeller and aviator. We discuss Fred's history in model flying and even touch on his full size flying.

Sometimes we don't know what lands our life will take us to, but often our aeromodelling follows. Phil Spence is our special guest this week and boy has he traveled a lot! Claiming to be one of the first aeromodellers to fly on Christmas Island, Phil has lead an interesting life, and now in retirement, has thrown himself full bore into flying pattern aerobatics. So much so he doesn't mind jumping in his car and travelling great distances to compete at an event. An avid aeromodeller that has led a very interesting and fulfilling life with plenty more to come.

For the final episode of the Flat Out RC podcast for 2021 we announce the top ten listened to podcasts for the the year and Frazer Briggs returns to share more stories from his travels. From his "Achtung Spitfire" story in Germany to sneaking in a few beers at the flying field in India, Frazer's stories are guaranteed to get you laughing.

Our first guest from the centre of Australia is joining us on this weeks podcast. Dave Goodes lives in Alice Spring and holds the mantle as one of the leaders in the turbine jet scene in the Northern Territory. A career Air Traffic Controller, Dave has moved around for his job but model planes have always followed him. We discuss the flying scene in Alice Springs and his ever expanding hangar of turbine jets. A committed aviator Dave is a great guy that enjoys helping others in their turbine jet journey.

When you venture into the realm of large scale model aircraft you have probably contemplated investing in a trailer. This week Marco Forte from Forte Trailers joins us to discuss trailers for model plane transportation. We talk about what to consider and share some of our own experiences owning trailers. It also happens that Marco flies model planes and has a penchant for turbine jets so we catch up with his model flying activity as well.

When you look at the history of RC heli flying in Australia, Rob Barbuto's name will show up. Rob joins us to talk about his history in model flying from starting out in heli's, world championship trips to his fixed wing flying. You could say Rob has done it all in model flying, but now is happy to join in the IMAC aerobatic movement here in Australia.