Fly For Tots [Archive]

Jim T. Graham

Aug 04, 2008, 08:52 AM

This is a great fly-in for a great cause. The RCRC Fly For Tots will be donating 100% of our proceeds to the Victory Junction Gang Camp again in 2008.

The Victory Junction Gang Camp enriches the lives of children with chronic medical conditions or serious illnesses.

This fly-in was able to raise $17,000.00 for the Victory Junction Gang Camp in 2007.

You can check it all out here:
http://www.flyfortots.com/

Tweek

Aug 04, 2008, 05:58 PM

Holy Cow, it's that time of year already folks! The RDRC 18th annual "Fly for Tots" is jussssssssst around the corner, and it's already looking to be bigger than last year. For those not familiar with the RDRC FFT, this is an annual event held by the Raleigh Durham Radio Control club. It's main purpose is to raise as much money as possible in a two day period, and donate ALL of our income to a selected charity. Last year we raised a whop'n $17,000 in two days, through raffle ticket sales, food sales, pilot registration, and donations given by spectators. 100% of the proceeds were given to the "Victory Junction Camp" located in the heart of NASCAR country. This year, the "VJC" has been chosen again, and we're really excited about helping this really special group of folks. If youre not familiar with what they do, you can find lots of information about them and all of the RDRC FFT details on our new web-site at www.flyfortots.com

On this site, you can get detailed info about "VJC", our biggest money maker,"raffle ticket" sales, pre-registration for the event, hotels, directions to the event, time's ,dates, demo's, the 18 year history of the event, pictures and video from past FFT events, and much more. You also get a list of our many great sponsors, and you can even purchase advance sales raffle tickets for the event. You can win goodies and support the event, even if you can't make it to the show!

Oh, and lets not forget the FUN we all have at FFT. This is one of the few events around that you can fly ANYTHING! In fact, not only has this grown to be the largest event in NC, it is the largest _FLY ANYTHING_ event in the USA!

So be sure and check out our new FFT web-site, and our club web site at www.RD-RC.org as well. Better yet, start making plans to attend the event... NOW!

www.flyfortots.com
www.rd-rc.org

scalefreak

Aug 04, 2008, 06:11 PM

Before the thread gets rolling I want to send out a HUGE thank you to my friend, Jim T., and the entire RCGroups.com crew. Over the last few years this event has grown leaps and bounds. It is getting up there with events like SEFF, D.O.G.S. and others. This year will put us in a new category and we are extremely excited about this. Over these last few years Jim has given us a platform to further develop this event into what it is today and without his, RCGroups and countless other members of our vast modeling community's faith and support.....it simply would not be the Fly For Tots we have come to anticipate every year.

Thank you Jim T., Jim B. and everyone here at RCGroups.com!

Chris

scalefreak

Aug 04, 2008, 06:20 PM

If anyone wants to help support this event and cannot make the trip to enjoy the flying with us, I politely encourage you to make this image your avatar until the event arrives. Everyones support is tremendously appreciated! The cause you will be supporting is incredible. I also encourage you to go to http://www.flyfortots.com and watch the video about the Victory Junction Gang on the front page.

Thanks!!!

Chris

Howudoin

Aug 04, 2008, 07:04 PM

Thanks for the link

scalefreak

Aug 05, 2008, 07:15 PM

Here is a list of our sponsors to date: (I will update this list as new sponsors join in) Please support these fine folks! Their support to us is ultimately the difference that we are empowered to make in children's lives through our events success and we are indebted to them for their faith.

scalefreak

Aug 05, 2008, 07:20 PM

And the current list of pilots schedule to attend: (I will also update this list as it grows, as it will) We owe many thanks to these Gentleman for their contribution to this event.

triangle0

Aug 06, 2008, 12:24 PM

I will certianly be there with several guys from my club in Hickory, N.C.
www.wham-rc.org

Loads of fun with all different kinds of aircraft/helis & powerplants; great charity above all else though.

Greg Hames

scalefreak

Aug 06, 2008, 08:35 PM

scalefreak

Aug 06, 2008, 11:18 PM

It has just been announced that the AMA will be in attendance this year and the one and only Dave Mathewson is going to be in the house! ;)

B Rocka

Aug 07, 2008, 12:52 PM

Alright! Thanks for the new avitar. This year is gonna be HUGE!

Tweek

Aug 08, 2008, 07:12 AM

FFT website test.... please have a look at flyfortots.com, and see if thinks look "right" to y'all. One of the guys mentioned the header looked compressed over to the LH side of the page on their browser. If you see formatting issues, please tell us what browser you're using (Firefox, IE, etc) and what your monitor resolution is. We've been testing it on several computers/resolutions here, and can't find the problem.

Thanks!
Dave

David Hogue

Aug 08, 2008, 03:11 PM

Dave,

Looks fine to me. For some reason, AOL 9.0 VR wont load the page when I click it, but does when I cut/paste it. IE works both ways:)

Later,
David

Tweek

Aug 09, 2008, 09:46 AM

Dave,

Looks fine to me. For some reason, AOL 9.0 VR wont load the page when I click it, but does when I cut/paste it. IE works both ways:)

Later,
David

Thankyavurymuch!
Dave

scalefreak

Aug 12, 2008, 12:04 AM

How's this for a GRAND PRIZE? Anyone can win and you don't have to be present!

hpapilot

Aug 12, 2008, 11:16 AM

Can't wait! I'll be there for sure. Got some stronger wings this year too...

RJ

Diggs

Aug 13, 2008, 11:11 PM

I will be there for certain again this year. I will start giving this event coverage on the next episode of ATTF!

Diggs

scalefreak

Aug 14, 2008, 12:09 AM

I will be there for certain again this year. I will start giving this event coverage on the next episode of ATTF!

Diggs

Awesome Diggs! I was hoping you would say that! I'm going to add ATTF to the list of sponsors for your support of the event. Let me know if there is anything you need on my end. :cool:

Chris H.

Tweek

Aug 14, 2008, 06:26 AM

Can't wait! I'll be there for sure. Got some stronger wings this year too...

RJ

Doggoneit RJ, that was one of the highlights of the previous event. You have any new tricks up your sleeve? :-)

Dave

2dogrc

Aug 17, 2008, 10:03 PM

RJ,
How about keeping all the wings on! Or maybe the opposite! Try to eject both wings!

See ya there!

2dogrc.com

scalefreak

Aug 21, 2008, 01:41 AM

Update:

Lots of content has been added to the site over the last few weeks! Prizes, Pilots, videos, etc.. Check it out:

http://www.flyfortots.com

scalefreak

Aug 22, 2008, 01:58 PM

WE HAVE A NEW VIDEO! Fred from Higher Plane Productions has put together an FFT masterpiece and would be great if you guys would take a few minutes and give it a view!

Look for this image on the front page of http://www.flyfortots.com

Thanks guys!

scalefreak

Aug 28, 2008, 09:25 AM

The Fly For Tots was featured on the latest edition of "All Things That Fly"!

Check it out at http://allthingsthatfly.com/

Diggs, Jamie....THANKS GUYS!

::edit:: I put a link and the ATTF logo on the left sidebar on the www.flyofrtots.com main page :D

IFLYOS

Aug 28, 2008, 10:23 AM

RadioActive Airshows (http://www.flyradioactive.com) will be there, with the sim trailer, on Saturday. All the team pilots will be there, and we look forward to a fun day of flying!

Tim
AG4RZ

scalefreak

Aug 30, 2008, 12:31 AM

Our list of sponsors has grown tremendously!! We are mesmerized from the outpouring of industry support this year. The 2008 Fly For Tots isn't even here yet and I'm already geared up for 2009! We are going to make a HUGE difference this year!

Horizon Hobby
JR
Hangar 9
E-FLite
Zenoah
Desert Aircraft
Quique's Aircraft Company
Duralite
Smart Fly
East R/C
Vess Aero
Scootworks
Hang-It R/C
RC Showcase
Jersey Modeler
Aero Graphix
Tower Hobbies
Eagle Tree Systems
Evil R/C Products
Higher Plane Productions
RCGroups.com
FlyingGiants.com
Bob Smith Industries
KC Hobby
Foley Manufacturing
Hayes Hobby House
Glenns Hobby Corner
RC Lights
Draganfly
NC Rotor & Wing
Radio Active Airshows
Tow Town Hobby Shop
MRC
Penn Valley Hobby Center
Flight Power
Extreme Flight RC
2Dog RC
JTEC/Radiowave
Curtis Youngblood
Tru-Turn
Anderson R/C
CND Imaging
Globe Communications
Great Planes
Futaba
Hobbico
Astro Flight
Long Beverage Inc.
ComAir
Tarheel R/C
NC DOT
RC Super Sales
Coastal Planes
King R/C
AMA
WOW Planes
Helicopter Consulting Services
DW Foamies
All Things That Fly
SIG
Omni Models
Hobby Lobby

Yardracer

Aug 31, 2008, 09:08 AM

I will be there for certain again this year. I will start giving this event coverage on the next episode of ATTF!

Diggs

Yay! I keep meaning to PM you and see if you're going. I guess so. We ( Jamie and I) will be there for sure. Maybe this time I'll actually fly something. :)

Diggs

Aug 31, 2008, 09:54 AM

tibbs

Aug 31, 2008, 07:01 PM

Hey guys,good luck with the event.Its nice to see a worthy cause benefit from our hobby.

Best wishes

Tibbs

Yardracer

Sep 01, 2008, 11:42 PM

Hey man!!! Great to hear both of you will be there. I plan on making it out both days, but won't be staying onsite since I live like 40 minutes away. Bring the Superfly's/Hyperfleas. That way I won't be the only one :)

Diggs

Oh, they're definitely coming, I was hoping to have a Ritewing ready by then but works been kickin me lately and it probably won't make it. Certainly be some Superfly/Hyperflea action comin' your way.

IFLYOS

Sep 02, 2008, 06:51 PM

Good Lord willing there will be a SuperFly wannabe joining you guys...Diggs, I haven't had a chance to order the real thing yet, but I was looking thru my kit warehouse, and came across an EPP Vulcan Avro bomber slope glider I bought but never built...

see AeroFoam (www.aerofoam.com) for details.

Anyway, after some hard looking, I figured I could get it "SuperVulcanized" pretty easy...so while it wont be as good as the real thing, at least it will look the part!

Tim
AG4RZ

scalefreak

Sep 12, 2008, 10:28 AM

Attention EVERYONE who intends to register for the Fly For Tots online:

Please try to have your registration in by Wednesday of this week, September 17th, 2008. This will give me plenty of time to properly assemble all Pilot Packages and have them ready for everyone on Saturday morning. If you plan on getting T-Shirts or other merch early enough to be wearing it before you get to the event, please have those orders in by Monday morning, so I can coordinate with the printer and have them shipping out on Monday afternoon.

Thanks!!!

Bob_Richards

Sep 13, 2008, 07:46 PM

scalefreak

Sep 16, 2008, 06:33 PM

Chris,

Already done. Have the shirts, and just got my mug today. I think I'll make some coffee and break it in. :D I'll drink it while I work on my OUTLAWWWW!

OUTRAW!!!

jdlightening

Sep 16, 2008, 10:05 PM

Can we sign up for the event if we can only attend on Sunday? I live in Cary and have always heard about this but have never been able to go.

Diggs

Sep 16, 2008, 10:09 PM

I signed up at the event last year on sunday, as they were trying to reach a certain goal for the number of pilots. I didn't even have a plane, but did have my ama card.

Diggs

scalefreak

Sep 16, 2008, 10:55 PM

Can we sign up for the event if we can only attend on Sunday? I live in Cary and have always heard about this but have never been able to go.

Heck yeh! Come on out! It'll be a blast. I highly recommend coming Saturday night for the Higher Plane film festival and the night flying, but if you can't you can't. Will appreciate you either way :)

I signed up at the event last year on sunday, as they were trying to reach a certain goal for the number of pilots. I didn't even have a plane, but did have my ama card.

Diggs

You're the man Diggs! You don't know how much we appreciate you and Jamie for supporting our event like you do!

Chris H.

B Rocka

Sep 17, 2008, 12:00 AM

Heck yeh! Come on out! It'll be a blast. I highly recommend coming Saturday night for the Higher Plane film festival and the night flying, but if you can't you can't. Will appreciate you either way :)

There will definitely be LOTS of partying and night flying going on, and don't forget about the Barbeque cook out!

jhaywood

Sep 17, 2008, 09:04 AM

Is pre-registration closed? I just tried the site, and nothing happend when using the checkout now button.
JEff

Bob_Richards

Sep 17, 2008, 12:57 PM

There will definitely be LOTS of partying and night flying going on, and don't forget about the Barbeque cook out!
Last year's Film Fest and the live music were a hoot. People were also night-flying while that was going on. It was rather humorous when, during a lull in the music, you could distinctly hear a foamy impacting the runway. "Whirrrr -- SPLAT". :) I've got my Hoverdisk ready (let me know if Robert Vess shows up, though).

hpapilot

Sep 17, 2008, 01:50 PM

I've got my Hoverdisk ready (let me know if Robert Vess shows up, though).

Oooh!! Oooh!! I'll have my Yak... another game of cat and mouse, perhaps? ;)

Bob_Richards

Sep 17, 2008, 11:26 PM

Oooh!! Oooh!! I'll have my Yak... another game of cat and mouse, perhaps? ;)
Sure!!

IFLYOS

Sep 19, 2008, 03:31 PM

Oooh!! Oooh!! I'll have my Yak... another game of cat and mouse, perhaps? ;)

Well, I was gonna bring my Hoverdisc, but after watching Bob and RJ at Clarksville....I'm SCARED!!!

Tim
AG4RZ

Diggs

Sep 21, 2008, 07:53 PM

haha,

Great event!!! We had a blast again this year.

Hey, I am gathering notes for ATTF and I don't have the name of the gentleman that was sworn in for the 4th time during the start of the noon demo on Saturday. Can someone help me out with that please?!?!

Also, I have been to two major events with East RC (FFT and SEFF) and have yet to meet you guys!! Grrr, I will fix that the next event we are both at.

Fred!! Great job as always man! Have watched a touch of the FlightPass vids, and they look great so far!

Also, what was the final tally for the amount raised for Victory Junction? And who won the big python in the raffle?

Thanks for all the hard work guys and gals! It really was a bunch of fun!

Diggs

scalefreak

Sep 21, 2008, 10:38 PM

Also, I have been to two major events with East RC (FFT and SEFF) and have yet to meet you guys!! Grrr, I will fix that the next event we are both at.

Yep! I have to get to the hill in Raleigh by NCSU you have been talking about on ATTF...maybe we can do some flying there. I looked for you, but no look. There was a sea of people.

This year was mind boggling. I have to get some much needed sleep, but there are tons of pics, video and more to come here and at the Fly For Tots website within the next week, so be watching!

Chris :)

scalefreak

Sep 21, 2008, 10:39 PM

By the way...for the Flight Pass members, there are lots of videos on the HPP site, so go check it out!

GFBurke

Sep 21, 2008, 10:52 PM

w00t!

Rcplaneflyer15

Sep 21, 2008, 10:53 PM

If one was to win at the raffle but wasn't there, when would they be notified?

Bob_Richards

Sep 21, 2008, 11:22 PM

Also, what was the final tally for the amount raised for Victory Junction? And who won the big python in the raffle?
Don't know the final tally yet, but the goal was $20,000 and at last count it was over $25,000.

The guy that won the grand prize was a local guy that had been out of the hobby for the last 15 years or so, and was just getting back into flying. And, to answer the other question, he was not present. We called him to let him know he had won. The non-present winners of any of the other prizes will be contacted.

davecee

Sep 22, 2008, 07:53 AM

A fabulous event, over 200 registered pilots, excellent weather, great flying and nice folks. The raffle prizes were awesome. The sponsers are to be commended for stepping up to the plate and supporting this event, and the members of RDRC can't be praised enough for all of their hard work. I'm glad I was able to attend and I'm already looking forward to next year.

Dave, Tarheel RC Flyers

deerfreak

Sep 22, 2008, 08:52 AM

All I can say is WOW what a great event. I'm not sure who was drooling and smiling more me or my two son's. It was my first time but not our last. It will be marked on calander and camping will be in order for next year.

IFLYOS

Sep 22, 2008, 08:56 AM

What a great event!!! Even with over 200 pilots, the wait for a pilot station was never longer than 3-4 minutes. The entire RDRC crew were amazing, and of course the field was in great shape...well, all except for one little patch of grass, but they had a very good reason to leave that patch alone...

There was also alot of cooperation between pilots...anytime you can get lightweight slowflyers in the air with 40% 3d ships, 1/4 scale warbirds, and a 50% cub all at the same time, and not have any problems, well, you know you are at a first class event.

Can't wait to hear the total raised for Victory Junction, and I am looking forward to next year!

Tim
AG4RZ

Mike_Then

Sep 22, 2008, 09:38 AM

It was a total blast, what a great event! There's no place else that you can have a great time, raise lots of money for a good cause, and go home with loot. I won ANOTHER .60-sized warbird, and the timing couldn't be better since I destroyed my .60-sized Spitfire.

The highlight of the day had to be the full-scale pilot in his Giles 202 slipstreaming over RDRC at 10 ft. over the runway - breathtaking!!

Thanks again to the tireless work of all involved RDRC members, it was a fantasic two days!

IFLYOS

Sep 22, 2008, 10:12 AM

What happened to the Spit, Mike?

Tim
AG4RZ

Mike_Then

Sep 22, 2008, 02:30 PM

Bah, it was my mistake. I came around for a fast pass, and a giant-scale 3D pilot popped up into what I thought was my flight path (saw it out of the corner of my eye). Made the mistake of taking my eyes off my plane, and when I returned to it, it was inverted in a nose-down attitute - I think I kept up elevator/right aileron pressure on the stick while my eyes were off the plane as I was in a turn when I took my eyes off it. No time to do much of anything but watch it go in at a pretty high rate of speed.

Airframe is a total loss... completely crushed up to the canopy. Also snapped the steel shaft of the Hacker A50, bent the motor mount into quite an unusual angle, wrecked the 70-amp Jeti ESC, and crushed the end of the 5s 5000 pack. A very expensive crash. All is not lost, however, as the FASST rx and servos are fine, which will drop into the Mustang very nicely. :D

IFLYOS

Sep 22, 2008, 02:39 PM

I hate to hear that, Mike...it was quite a nice plane. But, as you said, all is not lost, since you have the new Mustang, and are able to save some goodies to go into it!

Tim
AG4RZ

Maydog

Sep 22, 2008, 03:02 PM

Great time! Once again thanks guys for a good fall fly-in for us southern boys. See yall next year!

Mike_Then

Sep 22, 2008, 04:18 PM

I hate to hear that, Mike...it was quite a nice plane. But, as you said, all is not lost, since you have the new Mustang, and are able to save some goodies to go into it!

Tim
AG4RZ

Yeah, I was kinda bummed... I lost an e-conversion Outlaw two weeks ago to another dumb mistake on my part, but I think it's salvageable. And none of the RDRC staff saw it go in, as I didn't get a trophy for best crash!

Diggs

Sep 22, 2008, 08:11 PM

Lots of pics here.

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=927612#post10596710

Not mine, but someone that was with me at the show. I think he did a great job.

Diggs

scalefreak

Sep 22, 2008, 08:26 PM

Lots of pics here.

http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=927612#post10596710

Not mine, but someone that was with me at the show. I think he did a great job.

Diggs

Some reaaaally good ones! I started a photo thread in this event section, also. Maybe he can add a few to it :)

http://www.rcgroups.com/rdrc-fly-for-tots-559/

WadesRC

Sep 23, 2008, 06:54 PM

I have been involved in the hobby for over 25 years and had the opportunity to visit the Fly for Tots event for the first time. This event was by far the best event I have ever attended!! You Carolina boys sure know how to throw a party and what really knocked the ball out of the park was the fact this event was to benefit a wonderful cause!!

I don’t post often but I had to thank and salute everyone who helped organized this outstanding event!!!!!!!

I’ll be back next year with plenty of friends. :D

scalefreak

Sep 23, 2008, 09:01 PM

I'm still getting more pics together and editing video. There is a full write up coming soon and all of that Jazz. I hope we can get a few of our sponsors in here to share their side of the story and what FFT was for them ;)

Diggs

Sep 23, 2008, 09:11 PM

:) Episode 64 of ATTF has a ton of coverage.

Diggs

scalefreak

Sep 23, 2008, 11:48 PM

Awesome job Diggs & Jamie! You guys rock! I'll try to get some solid info on more of the particulars for your next show. Again, you guys supporting the FFT means a lot more than I can say. :)

fmidgett

Sep 24, 2008, 01:30 AM

And here's Diggs supporting the Higher Plane Fly Low Girls at FFT. What a guy! ;-)

scalefreak

Sep 24, 2008, 01:39 AM

And here's Diggs supporting the Higher Plane Fly Low Girls at FFT. What a guy! ;-)

I had to look twice before I realized Diggs was in the photo. ;)

I just finished watching about half of the video you have on the HPP site and all I can say is WOW! You were a busy man! Great videos all around. There is one in particular that hasn't been posted yet and I am highly anticipating getting to relive that moment. A very full scalish one :)

fmidgett

Sep 24, 2008, 02:23 AM

Twice or three times? ;-)

Glad to hear that you are enjoying the show. People are still just catching on to the fact that by the time they get home from a FlightPass covered event there are already DOZENS of HD films posted. We had 30 films up the first night even with showing the Film Fest until 10 PM Saturday night! We are crazy busy at these events, but my passion for RC filming keeps me going and it feels more like fun that work. There are 59 FFT films up so far and I haven't even started editing Sunday afternoon's stuff. The full scale Giles, the second outlaw invasion, Flight of the Pig and Fly Low Girl's Helicopter adventure are all still to come. And if you haven't seen "Lovely Jane" yet from the film fest you are missing out. One of our best films ever if I do say so myself. See it in the Film Fest gallery:

http://flightpass.higherplaneproductions.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=12544

Diggs

Sep 24, 2008, 11:56 PM

scalefreak

Sep 25, 2008, 01:00 AM

There was a very nice electric conversion of a Viper 500 flying late Saturday. I would love to get details on it. I am actually considering getting one and trying it electric, but need some details. If anyone knows how to get in touch with the owner, please let me know.

Thanks,

Diggs

That's Justin Jones. I can't remember what setup he has in there, but it is fast!

his email is justin at jtjones dot net

Chris H.

Diggs

Sep 25, 2008, 09:14 AM

And here's Diggs supporting the Higher Plane Fly Low Girls at FFT. What a guy! ;-)

Doing my Duty Fred :) Thanks for bringing the ladies out, they were certainly fun to be around. OH, and it was good to see you again too :p

Diggs

Diggs

Sep 25, 2008, 09:15 AM

That's Justin Jones. I can't remember what setup he has in there, but it is fast!

his email is justin at jtjones dot net

Chris H.

Thanks, I think I have all the gear to make this happen, except for the plane. I just need to know what size lipos you can haul around in that fuse.

Diggs

IFLYOS

Sep 25, 2008, 09:39 AM

Doing my Duty Fred :) Thanks for bringing the ladies out, they were certainly fun to be around. OH, and it was good to see you again too :p

Diggs

Fred was there? I didn't see him! I wonder why???? :D

Tim
AG4RZ

2dogrc

Sep 26, 2008, 05:29 AM

Great event as always Chris. This event pulled in slot of flyers and spectators. I brought my daughter that is 3 with me. She loved the Robinson helicopters that were giving rides. Every 15 minutes when they would come back in to land she would say , "look dad more heicopters!". Next year she is going on a ride.

See you all next year.
Mark
2dogrc

fmidgett

Sep 26, 2008, 10:46 AM

scalefreak

Sep 26, 2008, 05:42 PM

Hey guys I finally got a chance to edit and post the Sunday afternoon Outlaw flight and the late afternoon "Surprise." See them on FlightPass:

http://flightpass.higherplaneproductions.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=13123

AWESOME! That "SURPRISE" vid is the one that I have been waiting for. Superb, thriller, must see!

B Rocka

Sep 28, 2008, 09:01 PM

Hellz Yeah!! I didn't think anyone had the video rolling on that! Well done Fred!

RVess

Oct 06, 2008, 09:54 AM

2008 RDRC Fly-for-Tots OUTLAW INVASION

Well, the Outlaw Invasion at the 2008 RDRC Fly-for-Tots event in Raleigh, NC was a huge hit! Team Outlaw pilots Larry Lewis, Jay Benson, and I were joined by 15 other Outlaw drivers on Saturday for a wild and fun flight! We behaved a little better than normal for this particular flight in the interest of crowd safety so although there were a couple of casualties, there were no midairs. And the spectators loved it! So the new record for Outlaws being flown at once now stands at 18. And records are made to be broken!

Thanks goes out to Chris Hinson at Extreme Flight RC for providing the cool commemorative T-shirts for all the participants. Good stuff!

Here's the list of participants as pictured in the first photo (click on any picture twice after it loads for max resolution):

Front Row (L to R) : Michael Hollowell, Chris Mulcahy, Larry Lewis, Jay Benson, Steve Miller, Wes Ryman, Andy Thompson, Nate Quan, Tee James

Back Row (L to R) : Elton Fairless, Dustin Hedrick, Josh Matthews, Robert Vess, David Hayes, Nelson Phillips, Nick Baxter, Josh Bunn, Kenny Tillman

Be ready when you are called upon for the next "wave"........