Fall Day Flying
By Dan G., MVSA Webmaster
October Hand Launch Contest
by Dan G. MVSA Webmaster Yesterday seven flyers competed in the October Hand Launch contest under a quiet overcast sky with bratwurst on the grill. The contest had been postponed due to rain earlier in the month. They are normally … Continued
Blue Sky Fall Fly Day
By Dan G. – MVSA Webmaster The sky grew into a dark blue as the afternoon of flying came to a close for three of us today at the main field. Jeff M. made his way out flying for the … Continued
October Surprise
Published October 10, 2021 By Dan G, MVSA Webmaster Early sun gave way to medium winds and decent lift for October’s Thermal Duration contest held yesterday in O’Fallon, MO. Left with 2 hi-starts and one landing tape – a miscommunication … Continued
Windy Day – Practice, Entertainment & Camaraderie
By Robert S., – MVSA MemberO’Fallon, MO – Sunday – September 26, 2021 Hi Flyers: Today was a wonderful day at the field. There were 6-8 of us out there. Some guys who I have not seen for a while. Fast Eddie … Continued
6 Compete for Hand Launch Glory in Postponed Contest – Called after 9 Rounds
By Dan G. – MVSA Webmaster Fog gave way to a blue-sky day with high fibrous clouds as six flyers entered the launch area for the September Hand Launch contest make-up date. The glory of the day was round 2 … Continued
9/23/21 – Camera practice meets turbulents
By Dan G. Today was a good day to go flying and experiment with shooting video. The air was cooler, the air was more volatile and combining camera and planes has its unique challenges. Dad and I went to the … Continued
9/20/21 – Big Lift & Big Wind at O’Fallon
By Wayne & Ed Windy, windy, windy. Sure am getting in my share of ‘windy’ practice lately. If you were at the club contest a week ago then you know what I’m talking about. To me, and I didn’t have … Continued
9/18/21 – 2M Fun Fly / Contest – Foley, MO
By Larry Anderson, CD Today we flew the 2M Fun Fly Contest in Foley, MO and we had a great turnout. Eight club members made the drive to the field in Foley, MO for the five round 2M contest. The … Continued
9/17/21 – Foley Day
By Dan G. – MVSA Webmaster A few of us went flying at Foley today. The wind was light & variable winds, 89 F air, blue sky with light clouds and lots of lift. John H, Rich R and Bob … Continued