FREE flight training for all members. FREE Membership for 19 & under.
Woodland Aero Modelers
Our club is an AMA Chartered Club that supports safe and fun RC model aircraft flying and building.
We welcome new members of any age and experience to the club. New flyers, active pilots, and those returning to flying are welcome to join.
Contact us to request an introductory flight with an instructor
We Offer...
Free flight training with Club instructors and equipment at our flying site located within the Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve.
Use of the club RealFlight Trainer simulator software for new flyers on the club laptop computer .
Help and advice on selection and purchase of equipment.
Assistance with model building, repairs and technical issues
Activities...
The club events throughout the year include summer evening social flying, Fun Fly competitions, a summer family picnic, a holiday lunch, and an Open House for the public at our field. Trips to other flying club fields, including float flying are also organized.
Our club has a “points system” designed to encourage members to get involved wi
The club events throughout the year include summer evening social flying, Fun Fly competitions, a summer family picnic, a holiday lunch, and an Open House for the public at our field. Trips to other flying club fields, including float flying are also organized.
Our club has a “points system” designed to encourage members to get involved with club activities. Members earn points for participating in activities which can be used at the annual action to bid for aircraft, building supplies and auxiliary support items.
The Club regularly communicates with its’ Members via email and Slack on member flying activities, field maintenance, and other information.
For More Information...
For More Information...
We have a monthly newsletter "The Windy Flyer". Recent issues are available to the public here.
The Club has a Members' Handbook which contains information about the club and our flying site. You can download a copy at the bottom of the page.
We hold a monthly meeting on the first Tuesday of each month at the VFW Post #503, 5101 Belmont
We have a monthly newsletter "The Windy Flyer". Recent issues are available to the public here.
The Club has a Members' Handbook which contains information about the club and our flying site. You can download a copy at the bottom of the page.
We hold a monthly meeting on the first Tuesday of each month at the VFW Post #503, 5101 Belmont Rd, Downers Grove starting at 7:00pm. Guests are always welcome to attend and learn about our club. Check the calendar for dates.