I know what it says. How does that end up shutting down R/C flying within 5 miles of an airport. Your statement is a broad brush fallacy and it has been proven false already.

[h=5]Loudoun County Aeromodelers Association[/h]July 12

All,

This past couple of weeks the Board has been working on addressing our concerns with the recent “FAA Interpretation” and ensuring the club remains in good standing with the Leesburg Airport. Many of us have submitted feedback to the FAA regarding their proposal and we are also happy to report we believe there is no issue with our club and the airport. In accordance with the in place regulations the airport has been notified of our intent to continue operating our model aircraft at Banshee Reeks Nature Preserve the way we have been since 1996. We committed to continue to follow our club rules and comply with all AMA rules and regulations. We told them this in person at the Airport Commission Meeting this past Thursday. They took no issue with this and our notification was to be part of their official meeting minutes.

The Board implores all our members to be mindful of abiding by this arrangement and following all our clubs rules. We have a wonderful location and a good relationship with both the Leesburg Airport Commission and Banshee Reeks – let’s all do our part in keeping it this way!

Hope to see a lot of folks at the Electric Fly-In later this month (7/26). Don’t forget about the field clean-up day next Saturday (7/19) to help prepare for the event.

Happy flying!