2008 Central Alabama Helicopter Fly-In

[mudbogger2]

I have had no problems calling home from the field on AT&T cell service.
Don't remember the # of bars but I never had any issues getting a signal.

[DavidH]

Hey does anyone know how good the cell reception is at the field? On AT&T network?

The field is located less than a 1/2 mile from an interstate. There is several cell towers within sight of the flying field. Cell service, air card service is excellent at the field.

David

[DavidH]

Hey... as a newbie pilot I look forward to coming and crashing.. I mean flying and learning from some of the best pilots in the hobby, such as Wayne and H to the C...

Gene

Wayne is pretty good. I don't know about that other pilot you mentioned. He was playing with Barbie dolls last time I checked. LOL

David

[Caleb Phillips]

Wayne is pretty good. I don't know about that other pilot you mentioned. He was playing with Barbie dolls last time I checked. LOL

David

Really? Last time I saw that other pilot, he was trying to get me to buy some cookies.

[wren1702]

He was spotted on RealFlight the other night.....he did bust out an AMAZING left side hover!

[joco]

Awesome!!! Now I can go without the office knowing I will be out flying!! COOL!

[keith shaw]

Well, I guess I'm red to go to Bham. Just got my state tax refund check, got a gift card to Longhorn Steakhouse, and my employer just gave me some extra cash for perfect attendence...got my vacation approved for the dates required...so...whooo hooo...I'll be at B-ham;)

[SlowWhite]

Met a guy on Real Flight tonight who said he'll be at B-ham. CMBHELI (Chris) - on here.

[jared_of_atlanta]

I may not have time to build my 500 before I get there. Anyone want to help?

[Caleb Phillips]

I may not have time to build my 500 before I get there. Anyone want to help?

Jared, bring it to me! We'll have in done in a few hours :YeaBaby:

[keith shaw]

Jared, bring it to me! We'll have in done in a few hours :YeaBaby: I was gonna say you'll have no problem finding help at the event, guys like to wrench there. But if you can get it built before then, that's better...more flying time.

[flyboy907]

Alabama here I COMMMMMEEE. Can't wait for this event, been waiting since last year, only a 2.5hr drive for me and this will be my first fly in so I am stoooooooooked.

[DavidH]

Went out to the field on Saturday the 1st. Field is in great shape. Several members were there flying. It is a beautiful weekend here. Temps in the mid 60's to mid 70's. Hope it stays this way. Trees and flowers are starting to bud, grass is getting green. Also a plus is Daylight Savings Time goes into effect on the 9th. So we will have more daylight hours. LOL
Manufactuers and vendors have been generous in donations. So far I have Titan 50, and an engine and several other goodies to give away to registered pilots.
Also the Ditch had about 6 inches of water in it yesterday. So it should be nice and soggy for its victims.
See some of you guys next week around Tuesday/Wednesday 11th-12th.

David

[fsusmithc2]

I'm really looking forward to this one. I effectively started in this hobby about a year ago but my first fun fly was Huntsville so I missed B-Ham. Based on all I've heard and seen pics/vids of, it was a mistake to miss it and I am planning on not making that mistake again. Just need to request the time off and coordinate with the other Tallahassee freaks and we're good to go!

I think I'll be staying away from the ditch though. It seems too hungry for my taste. ;)

[Kinger]

DEFINITELY looking forward to this one. Will be nice to get out of the cold here in OH and hopefully into some warmer temps down there.

[DavidH]

Well it is warm this week. Mid to high 70's today. Suppose to rain tonight and then be back in the 60's tomorrow, Just typical nearly spring weather here.

David

[keith shaw]

Sometimes FF's are also kind of Swap Meets. Although there will be vendors aplenty at the event, are any of you bringing machines you'd want to sell/trade? Just curious as I'm thinkn' but undecided on a Freya I have.

[SlowWhite]

I'm on the look out for a NIB YS91SR and Muffler. So far no one has one in there shops that I can find. Hoping I might get lucky with a vendor at the event.

Also as far as camping on site where are we to do that? I'm thinking I'll try camping if It's to uncomfortable I'll then move to a hotel. But I'm thinking I'll be there Wed afternoon.

[bkervaski]

You can camp at the field ... There's also a handful of great state parks near by like Oak Mountain ...

It was 74 yesterday and not a cloud in the sky.. What a great weekend..

[LITHIUMSTATIC]

I'm thinking about coming. I'd have to camp as I don't have money to spair for a room. A few questions.

How far away is the nearest toilet? I don't like portapotys.
Does it have A/C outlets so I can charge my Lipos?

This could be really fun! Just me alone in my tent, hugging my helis....

[WayneBrown]

nearest toilet may be someones camper, nearest store is a bit over a mile if I remember correctly.
Power will have to be leeched off a generator, bring a couple gallons of gas or a couple bucks for gas and you should have no problem finding a charging station.
FWIW: WalMart has some little camp crappers for a reasonable price. In a pinch a trash bag and 5 gallon bucket make a primitive privvy.

[wren1702]

Yep, power will not be a problem.....plenty of Freaks will be in attendance! Wayne and I both have big noisy generators! Be glad to lend some juice!

Come on over Jeremy......You'll have a blast!

[LITHIUMSTATIC]

Do I have to be an AMA member to fly?

[drb2]

Yes, and DavidH stated he could sign you up at the event

[LITHIUMSTATIC]

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