OMFC Classic Kit Scale Winter Postal

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We've been running a kit scale duration event at most OMFC competitions for a year or two, and we've tried to make the model eligibility as broad as possible so that the maximum number of people can enter. This year we have taken the step of opening it up to all of you on here

Any rubber powered scale model with a maximum span of 24" built from a kit or plan that was originally sold as part of the following ranges of kits is eligible:

Keil Kraft Flying Scale Series
Veron Tru-Flight Series
Keil Kraft EeZeBilt
Dumas Rubber-Powered Scale Series (e.g. Walnut Scale series)
DPC WW1 kits
Sterling A-series kits from the early 1960's, e.g. Kit A-11 Cessna 180
VMC "Magnificent Flying Machines" , Aerographics and Bluebottle Squadron
series.
Guillows WW-1 to WW-12 18" span WW1 Fighter kits
Any Frog rubber-powered scale model.

 The 2026 Classic Winter Kit Scale Postal is a very simple format - just fly your eligible model and record your 3 competition flights.  There is a 10 sec ROG bonus available if flying Indoors. All the flights should be made on the same day over the Winter/early Spring period between 1st January 2026 and 30th April 2026.

There are no complicated bonuses to apply just record 3 flight times , the name of the model and kit along with a photo of the model and send them to Chris at webmaster@oxfordmfc.bmfa.uk

The competition is open to all Trinity and Berinsfield Flyers as well as, new for this year it is open to the international community on HPA https://hpa.aeromodelling.gr/

1st prize is a VMC Fokker DVIII donated by the Vintage Model Company


Full details on the OMFC website OMFC Winter Classic Kit Scale

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Here are the rules which are also available as download in the previous post

OMFC Classic Rubber Powered Winter Kit Scale Postal Duration Rules v2.1

1. Models 1.1 Eligibility
Any rubber powered scale model with a maximum span of 24" built from a kit or plan that was originally sold as part of the following ranges of kits is eligible:
Keil Kraft Flying Scale Series
Veron Tru-Flight Series
Keil Kraft EeZeBilt
Dumas Rubber-Powered Scale Series (e.g. Walnut Scale series)
DPC WW1 kits
Sterling A-series kits from the early 1960's, e.g. Kit A-11 Cessna 180
VMC "Magnificent Flying Machines" , Aerographics and Bluebottle Squadron
series.
Guillows WW-1 to WW-12 18" span WW1 Fighter kits
Any Frog rubber-powered scale model.

1.2 Deviations from the Kit/Plan
Models must be built to the original plan at the original size, but minor modifications to the published design are permitted and may include:
 Increased dihedral and tail areas.
Lighter built-up tail surfaces.
Scale outlines corrected.
Detachable wings/tail.
Reinforced nose with removable nose block.
rear motor peg moved.
additional scale details added.
Models of aircraft with retractable undercarriages may be built with the wheels retracted. Any fixed/freewheeling propeller can be used (no folders). Dethermalizers are allowed.

1.3 Finish, Colour and Markings
The colour scheme is to be in keeping with the subject aircraft but need not represent a specific full-size aeroplane. Tissue finishes and markings are entirely acceptable. Models covered in mylar are not allowed unless tissue is applied over the top.
       
2. Competition Procedure 2.1 Entries
The competition runs over four months between 1st January 2026 and 30th April 2026. Entrants can enter as many times as they like with multiple models as long as each model is used for no more than one indoors time and one outdoors time.

2.2 Timekeeping
Wherever reasonably possible, the timekeeper must be someone other than the entrant. However, members who have no option but to fly alone (e.g. country members) can time their own flights.

2.3 Scoring
Total of three flights, all flights to be done on the same day. Unlimited attempts. Flights under 10s are considered an attempt. 10s ROG bonus for indoor flights

2.4 Reporting Scores
After flying, please either email (webmaster@oxfordmfc.bmfa.uk) or WhatsApp Chris Brainwood, stating your name, the location/venue (e.g. Port Meadow), the name of the timekeeper, the model name and kit manufacturer, with photo of the model if possible. Scores should be reported as soon as possible

2.6 Prizes
Tunnock's teacakes/caramel wafers prizes (or similar) will be awarded for best indoor, best outdoor and best overall scores. 1st prize a Fokker DVIII donated by VMC