MAAA Wingspan

ON THE coVER PRESIDENT’S REPORT Remembering the year that was and planning for an exciting 2020 ahead. the shepparton mammoth scale fly in The 38th running of the Mammoth Scale Fly-In at Shepparton, proved once again why it is one of the premier flying events on the Australian modelling scene. young aeromodellers In support of NSW Kids in Need, the MAAA has offered children the chance to find their wings and turn grey skies blue for a special fundraising event. 13 club story: saambr SAAMBR encourages the public to have a go. 16 TINGALPA MODEL AERO EXPO SHEPPARTON MAMMOTH FLY-IN 08 07 Safety MATTERS: Preventing fires and staying safe within our sport. HERITAGE STORY A lasting legacy to a larger than life aeromodeller. FLYING HIGH 13 03 06 07 12 member story: david axon MAAA life member, David Axon has flown sky high for more than 60 years, a momentous milestone for any aeromodelling pilot. 18 MANAGEMENT MATTERS Reviewing our MOPS to improve flight for future years. 26