Paul Holmes Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 HELP. I am trying to arrange for somebody to come along to one of our club nights to give us a talk on anything connected to aviation. I am the social secretary for the 'Gravesend Model Flying Club' and we would cover any expenses and over night hotel costs if need be, for anyone prepared to come along.If anybody can help then please leave means of contacting you and I will be in touch. Regards. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Hi Paul. Perhaps you could give us an idea of the type of thing you want - it sounds like you may need something a bit specialist as otherwise.....could existing club members not do some sort of presentation ? I know for instance that Ali Machinsky is often available to give a talk to clubs, for the cost of his expenses Try and give us a few more clues as to exactly what you are after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Ashby - Moderator Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Manny Williamson from the BMFA does an excellent club talk, he's well worth a visit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard cohen Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Paul, for a bottle of pop and a packet of pork scratchings i'll talk yer ears off !!seriously though, we had Manny at the club a couple of weeks ago and it was a really good evening. His talk covers everything your BMFA fees pay for, from who does what at BMFA HQ, assistance with planning for flying sites, what your (very comprehensive) insurance covers, the different disciplines covered and how the BMFA liases with other bodies like the CAA, government and local councils. Give him a call for a very interesting and informative talk.Rich Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flytilbroke Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 We had an RAF Tornado flightcrew member, a very good talk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Holmes Posted December 19, 2008 Author Share Posted December 19, 2008 Thanks lads for the feed back. I'll try the above and see what I get.Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bert Posted December 19, 2008 Share Posted December 19, 2008 You should contact Ali at Als Hobbies and see if he will do you a talk, he gave us an evenings entertainment and it was one of the best nights we've had! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i12fly Posted December 21, 2008 Share Posted December 21, 2008 Slightly off thread, and I know it is nowhere near Gravesend but for clubs in striking distance of Derby, Rolls Royce Heritage Centre will allow groups/clubs on prearranged visits to see their excellent collection of aero engines, and will provide well informed guides to take you round. We had a club visit recently and was much enjoyed by all, a brilliant evening out. The engines range from Eagle right through the decades through to the latest Trent that powers Airbus 380. They also have engines they took over e.g. Bristols, and even have a BMW from an FW190. The guides certainly knew their stuff, and were very entertaining. All free of charge too.Try the virtual tour on www.bbc.co.uk/derby/in_pictures/360_panoramas/rolls_royce_heritage_centre/index.shtml Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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