Model aircraft competition attracts pilots from across South Africa
Top model aircraft pilots gathered at Newcastle Airport over the weekend.
The Newcastle Model Aircraft Club (NMAC) hosted the LSA SA IMAC Tournament of Champions at Newcastle Airport over the weekend (October 9 to 11), with pilots flying an impressive range of nitro, petrol and battery-powered aircraft.
The competition brought together pilots to perform precision flying sequences to international standards, with events ranging from basic to advanced levels.
Pilots compete across six categories
Pilots competed in six categories: Basic, Sportsman, Intermediate, Advanced, Unlimited and Freestyle.
NMAC chairperson Trevor Wolfaardt said some of South Africa’s best radio-controlled fixed-wing pilots affiliated with LSA SA took part in the competition.
Congratulations to the winners:
- Joshua Twomey: Unlimited and Freestyle categories
- Alec Groenewald: Sportsman category
- Keegan Smit: Advanced category
- Brad Rae: Intermediate category
- Trevor Wolfaardt: Basic category
Wolfaardt thanked the event’s sponsor for its support.
“LSA SA would like to thank Thirsti Water for sponsoring water for this very successful TOC tournament in Newcastle,” he said.
Competition gives Newcastle tourism a boost
The weekend also provided a welcome boost for Newcastle’s tourism sector, drawing a significant number of visitors to the town.
For more information, contact Trevor on 083 647 6399 or visit the Newcastle Model Aircraft Club’s Facebook page.
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