2023 PVMAC Events
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About The PVMAC
The Pomona Valley Model Airplane Club (PVMAC) is an AMA Gold Leader Club that operates as a non-profit organization dedicated to the advancement and enjoyment of R/C model airplane flying. The club is composed of over 250 members.
Our clubs flying field is located at the Prado AirPark in Chino, California within the Prado Regional Park Area Near Chino California. Our well maintained runway is approximately '800’ x 50’ with enough asphalt pit area to support 30 canopies and features unobstructed flying in all directions. You must either be a PVMAC member or be an AMA member with an FAA license and obtained a $20 day pass at the prado field to fly there. Due to FAA regulations, A 400' flying ceiling is strictly enforced and a fire extinguisher is required.
Pomona Valley Model Airplane Club
The BIG JOLT IS BACK in 2023!!!
The PVMAC BIG JOLT IS BACK!!! After an extended haitus , the PVMAC decided to bring back the popular Big Jolt electric flying event as an EDF Jet Fun Fly. Big jolt 2 will be held on Friday June 2nd and Saturday June 3rd.
The BIG Jolt event is open to all EDF (Electric Ducted Fan) Jet Aircraft. The Pilot registration fee is $30.00 and includes the pilot raffle, coffee and donuts, and a pilot Lunch on Saturday, June 3. Public admission is FREE, so bring your lawn chairs, and don't miss the action. This is an AMA sanctioned event and a current AMA membership is required and the 400' ceiling will be strictly enforced.
We will be holding a Top Speed contest measured by a proper radar gun. There will also be a fun runway slalom race which will have prizes for the winners. This is a fun event for anyone of all skill levels to participate in. Finally, There will be a noon time speed demonstration performed by Gary Gioia of EffluxRC
Friday will be open general flying from 8am-3pm with registration open from 8am-10am. Saturday June 3 is the the main Big Jolt EDF event, from 9am -3pm, with regirstion open from 7:30am-8:30am.
Be sure to Download the Event Flyer and check the links Below
The Contest Director for this event is Erv Myers. If you have any questions, or would like to become a sponsor of this event, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
BIG JOLT 2 DETAILS
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BIG JOLT 2 Downloads
Big Jolt 2023 Sponsors
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2023 Renewal and New Membership Forms
The updated 2023 membership page has been posted and you can download and print both new membership and renewal membership forms for 2023. If your an existing member, your renewal forms should be arriving in your mailbox shortly. PLEASE DO NOT FORGET>>> that all renewal membership forms must be signed, completed, Proof of AMA and FAA, and a signed check in the amount of $100 all enclosed and postmarked by Saturday 12/31/2022, or your renewal will be late and you'll be considered a new member, and subject to the $100 initiation fee.
June 2022 Club Meeting Video
Here is the video of the PVMAC June 2022 Club meeting held on the 14th. There were lots of views of the May club meeting (84 to date), but the average viewing time was only about 8.5 minutes out of 45 total running time. This time, I've edited the video down to 10 minutes so it's more in line with the viewing trends of our audience.
Click on the photo to watch the video on YouTube.
May 2022 Club Meeting
For those that could not attend the May Club Meeting, I recorded and posted it to Youtube. Some of the topics discussed were members we lost, weeds, treasury report, Eliminator Air Races, costs on the rise, membership fees for 2023, Cal Poly's stem project at our field, Club Meeting Raffles, the snack shack break in, new gate keys and finally club t-Shirts.
Click on the photo to watch the video on YouTube.
PVMAC Shirts now available
Its been a long time in the making, but I'm excited to announce....That you can now order PVMAC shirts. We have made these available online through Teespring on our own PVMAC online store at https://pvmac.creator-spring.com
Teespring prints your shirt order on demand, and ships them to your door. After reviewing the samples today, we are very pleased with the quality and outcome.
Each shirt features a small PVMAC logo on the front left, and an epic P-40B low pass at our Prado airfield with the large PVMAC logo on the back.
There several options to choose from and a number of colors options.
- The Classic Tee is only $18 + tax & shipping and available in several dark and light colors of your choice. These are 100% Cotton and a classic standard fit.
- The Classic Long Sleeve is $22 + tax & shipping and also available in several dark and light colors. This is also 100% cotton and a classic standard fit.
- The Premium Tee is $23 + tax & shipping and features more color options than the classic tees. These are 90% cotton and 10% polyester, a slightly softer, premium feel and a slimmer fit.
(2XL + sizes are an additional $2 charge, however its only reflected in the total at checkout. I have a ticket with teespring to see why its not reflected in the cart price.)
Please check sizing charts before ordering.
Teespring accepts credit card, Paypal and Apple Pay.
Keep in mind they print these shirts on demand on a 3 day cycle, which starts after the 1st shirt is ordered and standard shipping is not the quickest. It took me a total of 15 days to get the samples, so please do not expect Amazon quick shipping, unless you pay for expedited shipping.
PVMAC Supports Greg Stone For AMA District X VP
The PVMAC is supporting Greg Stone for our AMA District X Vice President. Greg has been a member of the PVMAC for a number of years and has been serving on our Board of Directors for over 2 years, and we recognize all the positive contributions he has made not just to our club but to other clubs and the hobby. As long as we have known Greg, he has been a constant champion for our hobby and worked tirelessly to promote and introduce our hobby and its’ many benefits to younger generations. As the voting ballots start arriving in your mailbox this week, we encourage you to cast your VOTE FOR Greg Stone for AMA District X Vice President.
PVMAC BOD
Click here to see More Information about Greg Stone and why we are supporting Him.
Membership club meetings canceled...
Due to the rising Covid-19 numbers and for everyones safety, the monthly membership club meetings have been cancelled until further notice. Sorry for the bad news. Please check back here or facebook for further updates when they become available.
Field Is Now Open
Great News Everyone! The field is now open for flying. The below sign will be posted at numerous locations at the field.
Starting Today-5/11, the San Bernanrino parks department is no longer requiring pilots to wear a mask at the field. The PVMAC B.O.D. is recommending pilots continue to wear masks as a courtesy to others and safety precaution, but it's not required. Also, please continue to maintain 6' of social distancing; were not out of the woods yet. Be safe, be courteous to others, and have fun flying.