District I

District I—Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont

Andy Argenio
Vice President
brandshobby@gmail.com
3 Sheila Ln., Smithfield RI 02917
Tel.: (401) 231-6901; www.amadistrict-i.org

Congratulations to Jeff Lynds, Mike Turocy, and Karen Adrian on the 10th anniversary of directing and running the New England Jet Rally. The event keeps getting bigger and better each year.

The newly fenced-in pilot area and the layout of the shared big tents provides a protected area for automobiles, trailers, equipment, as well as easy access for pilots and spectators viewing the aircraft. The safe section for spectators allows for a clear view of the flightline and airspace. A look at the accompanying photos shows the variety and caliber of the immaculate Scale turbine aircraft we had the pleasure of

Ray LaBonte beside a green and white model aircraft — AMA Associate Vice President Ray LaBonte, a dealer for Composite ARF and JetCat USA, demonstrated his aircraft.

AMA Associate Vice President Ray LaBonte, a dealer for Composite ARF and JetCat USA, demonstrated his aircraft.

experiencing in flight.

There is absolutely nothing in aeromodeling that compares to the adrenaline rush stemming from a combination of the sound and speed of a turbine-powered model aircraft in flight.

These elite, technologically astute, skilled RC pilots have become close-knit friends, enjoying the event comradery as much as the flying activity. For the past two years, at the end of each day, the pilots and helpers enjoyed catered food,

Domenic Mirabello with a yellow, red, and blue model aircraft — Domenic Mirabello, a frequent pilot at the jet rally, flew his neat BVM Bandit.

Domenic Mirabello, a frequent pilot at the jet rally, flew his neat BVM Bandit.

live music, and some evening flying. The Balloon Bust electric-powered foam model competition was a hoot, with each pilot trying to score a hit of sufficient impact to pop balloons and survive to win a prize.

If you haven’t had the opportunity to attend a jet meet in New England, check the Jet Pilot Organization (JPO) event calendar at www.jetpilots.org. If you want more information, contact the JPO District I representative, Brian Lloyd, at brianxx2@yahoo.com.

Panoramic view of the New England Jet Rally airfield and tents — The 10th Annual New England Jet Rally, hosted by the Gardner Municipal Airport in Massachusetts, registered more than 40 turbine pilots and attracted hundreds of AMA members and thousands of spectators to this well-run, enjoyable flying event on August 14-16, 2015.

The 10th Annual New England Jet Rally, hosted by the Gardner Municipal Airport in Massachusetts, registered more than 40 turbine pilots and attracted hundreds of AMA members and thousands of spectators to this well-run, enjoyable flying event on August 14-16, 2015.

Two men with a Me 262 model aircraft — This superb Me 262 was flown by Mitch Buckley (L) and owner Bob Rullie.

A man with a D.H.100 scale warbird model — Martin Lefebvre (L) from Quebec and Doug Boyle (R) from Toronto flew a variety of excellent Scale warbirds including this D.H.100 and the A-10.

A man beside an A-10 scale model aircraft — Martin Lefebvre (L) from Quebec and Doug Boyle (R) from Toronto flew a variety of excellent Scale warbirds including this D.H.100 and the A-10.

This superb Me 262 was flown by Mitch Buckley (L) and owner Bob Rullie.

Martin Lefebvre (L) from Quebec and Doug Boyle (R) from Toronto flew a variety of excellent Scale warbirds including this D.H.100 and the A-10.

Associate Vice Presidents: Steve Brehm, Jamestown RI; stbrehm@yahoo.com; Andrew Figlar, Shelton CT; figlar335@att.net. Peter Galligan, West Rutland VT; (802) 438-5370; pwgalligan@outlook.com. James Gilliatt, Concord MA; (978) 369-9796; jegilliatt@cs.com; Erik Haakonsen, Trumbull CT; (203) 816-5010; ama4295@gmail.com; Robert Kilmon, Nashua NH; (603) 594-2725; nhrepdist1@aol.com; Ray LaBonte, Maine; havefun@mainehobbies.com; Joan Liska, Middletown CT; (860) 347-0257; jlliska9000@sbcglobal.net; Tom Rocheleau, Wethersfield CT 06109; (860) 280-1701; trocheleau@cox.net. Safety Coordinator: John Cartisser, Medfield MA; (508) 359-4080; jcarttser@yahoo.com; Contest Coordinator: David Surwell, 24 Norwich Rd.; Nashua NH 03062; (603) 888-2020; davidsurwell@comcast.net; Frequency Coordinator: Joel Chappell, Milford NH; (603) 673-6240; joel.b.chappell@myfairpoint.net. Webmaster: David Beach, Amherst NH; webmaster@amadistrict-i.org.