Float Flying

Float Flying is a very popular aspect of the RC airplane hobby. Within the NRMFC there are a large group of members who regularly participate in this activity, and those interested will find that there are a wide range of models available suited to float flying.
The NRMFC has a year by year agreement with a property owner, to fly from a man-made lake within the Niagara Region on an "event only" bases.
Normally the club hosts three invitational events throughout the flying season.
More information and scheduling will be updated on our events page once our dates are confirmed.

The Niagara Region Model Flying Club Inc.
 Float Fly Event Rules
​Revised: March 2023.

A printable version of these rules may be found   HERE
  1. The NRMFC Float fly site is only available during pre-planned club events. No other flying shall take place at the location without prior arrangement and property owner permission, obtained through the NRMFC contacts.                                                                                                                                                                                        
  2. Radio control (RPAS) flying only is permitted.                                                                                                                      
  3. All members and guests shall ensure the club and MAAC safety codes are followed                                                    
  4. All event participants shall have proof M.A.A.C. memberships and a minimum CARS part 9 Basic License available when flying at NRMFC sites.  Members will be solely, and completely responsible with regard to C.A.R.S licensing maintenance and documentation, NRMFC accepts no liability, or responsibility.                                                                                                                                                                                         
  5. Mufflers shall be installed on all internal combustion engines over 0.052 cu. in                                                  
  6. NRMFC no longer supports the use of older base stations, members shall use 2.4 Ghz or newer radios systems.                                                                                                                                                                                
  7. No members shall taxi an RPAS aircraft in the pit area, or pits side of the “Pilot” line.  Aircraft shall remain physically in control and/or restrained in these areas at all times.                                                                               
  8. All members shall operate their RPAS within registered Fly/No Fly zones only.  See diagram: (At the bottom of this list )​                                                                                                                                                                               
  9. In consideration of our property owners and their neighbours, all participants shall refrain from running of internal combustion engines, or loud electrics before 9:00 am                                                                                 
  10. All members and guests shall, familiarize themselves with, and shall abide by the club etiquette document available on request, and which can be found at   HERE .                                                                                                      
  11. NRMFC float fly events are open to current wings holders only. Those wishing to participate whose MAAC membership have lapsed for 1 or more years, must be checked out by an approved club instructor using the RPAS competency process as required by MAAC, prior to attending an event.                                           
  12. NRMFC members or guests who’s MAAC wing proficiency has been downgraded to “Student”, may only fly at an event after they have met the MAAC proficiency requirements, and are in compliance with item 3.                                                                                                                                                                                               
  13. Members shall at all times be familiar with and strictly adhere to the M.A.A.C. safety code, and CARS part 9 Regulations (Links found at www.maac.ca)

NRMFC. Float Fly Site, Registered Fly/No Fly zones