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07-22-2009 | 11:33 AM

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From: Peoria Hts, Il. IL

RE: Flying Fields Lost and Why

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ORIGINAL: Hooked-On-RC

Gents,
Looking to get an idea as to how many flying fields have been lost, what areas they were in, how many members or pilots have been affected and the reason or reasons why the field was lost...

Thanks in advance.
Hooked.

I'll mention two central Illinois club field moves within the last 4 years...

One was in existence for about 10 years (new club) and the landlord's boy grew up & started a family - the location of choice to build a house was on the field. About 35 families in the club.

Another was an established club, in residence at the field for about 14 years. That property has valuable gravel beneath the surface, and a speculator bought it in anticipation of a roadbuilding project nearby. About 30 families in the club.

Best wishes,
Dave Olson

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