Radio Controlled Flying Club
Woodland Aero Modelers
19 & under memberships are now free!!
Our club was founded in 1936 and is AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) Chartered. We have about 60 members, but always welcome new members of any age to the club. So if you are an experienced flyer, returning to flying or totally new to the hobby then come and talk to us.
We offer . . .
Free flight training with Club instructors and equipment
Help and advice on equipment selection and purchase
Assistance with model building, repairs and technical issues
Our all year round flying site is located within the Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve just south of
I-55 off Lemont Road between Downers Grove and Lemont.
In the winter months we also fly inside at several different locations. See our Indoor Flying page.
The club holds events throughout the year including our monthly meeting at The VFW Post #503, summer evening social flying, Fun Fly competitions, Family picnics, Swap Meet, Open Houses, Float flying and trips to other flying clubs. Check the Club calendar for details.
Please contact us if you would like to visit the flying field and find out more about our Club or to arrange a free introductory flight with an instructor.
Our 2025 Open house will be Saturday, June 14, from 11am-3pm, weather permitting.
The rain/wind delay date is Sunday, June 15, depending upon the weather forecast. This decision will be made by noon on Friday, June 13. Please check back here for updates.
Visit our flying field and take a free introductory "buddy box" flight with an instructor.
If you can't make it you can always contact us and set up a different time to do so.