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CORCS member’s wife passes away today

Webmaster — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:20:44 +0000

The CORCS extend their deepest condolences to Dr. Rick Page for the untimely death of his wife Debbie. At the moment, there are no other details available so please check the local newspaper regularly for further information and funeral arrangements.

Saturday Night Fly

Webmaster — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 18:38:47 +0000

Our Saturday Night Fly was a lot of fun with quite a few visitors coming out to attend the evening’s festivities. We would like to thank all who turned out for the event. There was plenty to eat and just enough flying to keep the interest for all. Thanks to Joe Dudzik for providing 13 pounds of chili of which very little was left by the end of the evening–it was that good!

After the brief thunderstorm that occurred earlier, cooler temperatures prevailed with calm winds and a beautiful sunset enhanced by its reflection against the dissipating storm clouds and rising moon to the east . As it got darker, we broke out some glow-sticks for runway threshold markers and to give to the kids to wear. The kids really enjoyed them along with watching the colorful lights in the sky. Sure seemed like it was the 4th of July!

The following photographs are just some of the highlights from the evening. Next time around lets make this event bigger and better. A few more aircraft would certainly be welcome!

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August 2010 Model of the Month

Webmaster — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 22:24:33 +0000

At our last meeting, we voted in favor of having 5 truck loads (roughly 13 yards each) of gravel brought in for our drive. The contract cost of $1500 includes spreading and grading. The work is expected to commence within the next two weeks and the cost will be drawn from the club’s Certificate of Deposit.

There will be a night fly at the field this coming Saturday, August 21, beginning at 8 PM for all who enjoy flying during the evening time and have well-lit aircraft.

We have been asked to participate in another RC Air Show at the Westheimer airport here in Norman on Saturday, October 9th. Last year’s event proved to be very successful even with the high winds later that afternoon. Maybe this year we’ll have ideal conditions for an even bigger turn out!

Our Model of the Month award for August went to Sean Atteberry for his Ultra Stick.

Protected: CORCS Roster 2010 (8/29/10)

Webmaster — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 15:00:46 +0000

July 2010 Model of the Month

Webmaster — Sat, 17 Jul 2010 16:03:45 +0000

Our Model of the Month award for July went to Joe Bishop. Thanks to Jerry Short for taking the photo!

Jim Traw Field – Home of C.O.R.C.S.

Webmaster — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 19:13:07 +0000

Our June 9th meeting was actually a celebration of founding member Jim Traw’s 80th birthday complete with hot dogs, chips, soft drinks, and birthday cake. During the dedication, emotions appeared to get the better of Jim as the new sign, presented by Wayne and Jerry, was unveiled naming the field in his honor. Flying conditions at the field were pretty good later that afternoon as many planes brought out earlier took to the sky then. Thanks to all the members for coming out and participation during the celebration. It really helped make this a successful and a truly memorable event for Jim!

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New CORCS Shirts And Caps Direct From Dubai

Webmaster — Thu, 01 Apr 2010 02:47:45 +0000

One hundred shirts and caps from halfway around the world!

Yes, it’s true. These fine quality shirts and caps were a very generous donation to the CORCS from our member Habib Sayed who sent them to us all the way from Dubai. (Thank you Habib, they really are great!) The shirts are Royal Queen’s Polo Team, 100% cotton, and are available in a variety of sizes and colors. All shirts and caps have an attractive, embroidered CORCS logo on the front and a sporty www.flycorcs.com on the back. Be sure to contact Wayne Shalamunec or Gordon MacNiven for your shirt and cap so that you, too, can show off your club spirit!

Sunday afternoon at the field

Webmaster — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 19:05:59 +0000

The weather this Sunday, March 14, was partly cloudy, 55 degrees, and winds north at 7-10 mph.

Jerry Church assists Morris Maloney by launching his FunJET with a keychain camera attached to the nose. To see the excellent video of this flight, just click on the picture above or on this link to funjet with keychain camera.

As a veteran of electric planes, new member Dylan Keller preflights his P-51 Mustang which is the first glow-powered plane he’s ever owned.

After a most impressive flight, Dylan brings the plane in for a perfect landing.

Joseph Bishop taxies his trainer to the runway for immediate takeoff.

Notes from February’s meeting

Webmaster — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 03:38:33 +0000

As reported by our treasurer, income this month had increased by nearly $700 from member dues paid. Currently there are 26 active members and that number will continue to grow quickly as the warmer weather approaches.

We showed several videos during the latter half of the hour which included a Boeing 737 Business Jet on takeoff, a PowerPoint presentation entitled “Eye Candy for Aviators” and a very entertaining five minute video of a jet-powered, radio-controlled SR-71 from takeoff to landing.

The Model of the Month went to Jerry Short for his SIG Midstar with a Fox 40.

News from this month’s meeting

Webmaster — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 03:43:06 +0000

First, the president of CORCS, Wayne Shalamunec, wanted to remind everyone about this year’s dues and to encourage all outstanding members to please have them paid by the middle of February.

Next, treasurer Jerry Church went over the current finances for the month. There was only one expense for annual maintenance of the CORCS web site. Except for a few payments submitted during the meeting, no income was received.

Then, Wayne asked our members for new and exciting ideas for this year’s events. (Those who were unable to attend and would like to participate may do so using the comment section of this page. We look forward to your ideas!) Here are some of the suggestions so far:

Evening/Night Flight
Bi-Wing Flight (any type of bi-wing aircraft)
Field trip to Stafford Air & Space Center in Weatherford
Guest speaker to present the history of radio-controlled flying

Finally, the Model of the Month went to James Farris and Thomas Wood for their joint collaboration on a Tiger 60.

Jim Farris & Tom Wood proudly display their Tiger 60.
(Thanks to Jerry Short for the photograph.)