A giant scale rally for all aircraft types
hosted by The legacy castle giant scale group &
the Clovis Area (clovisrc) Modelers
May 21-26, 2025
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The Event
For over 20 years, this Western US National event (West Coast Giant Scale Fly-In) was held at the old Castle Air Force Base in Atwater California and was coordinated by a combination of clubs but most notably, the Central Cal Model Flyers. Unfortunately, as times changed, the old CAFB motif was changed to Castle Airpark and as of January 2020, the venue for that facility eliminated the potential for any future model aviation use. To that groups credit and with their support the Clovis Area Modelers became the supporting club to bring this great western US model aviation tradition back to life at Reedley Airport. In doing so, the intent was to support the City of Reedley and the Reedley Unified School District in their Aviation Program. Over the past three (3) years that venue was attempted and thanks goto the City if Reedley and also the later support from the ClovisRCHeli group that continued to try and make it work. Unfortunately, there were encroaching incompatibilities that warranted a move away from the Reedley Airport to another location. One option was Crows Landing which sadly was unable to accommodate the scope of a Giant Scale Rally. That said, the Clovis Area Modelers (ClovisRC.COM) offered the option to use their Peg Field for the 2025 event and that’s where we’re at now.
The original focus has not changed as the endeavor is to help foster a continued interest in all facets of aviation from Model Aviation to Full Size Commercial Aircraft. But, those endeavors need a beginning and this is where the format for this 2025 West Coast Giant Scale Rally will Focus – An RC Family Reunion; where, all any AMA pilots with an aircraft meeting the minimum dimensions is invited to attend and fly this Memorial Day Weekend at Peg Field.
And please note, this community aviation focus along with the support of all the RC pilots and Spectators that will attend this event; are indicative of the positive representation and coordination working in concert, that will help in the continuation of the Castle Fly-In Legacy.
Our desire is that as a pilot you bring your giant scale aircraft to the event; please just enjoy the flying and friendship unique to the world of model aviation. The flying will commence with a Pilots Meeting to be held daily at 8:30 am followed by flying at 9:00 am. Night-flying is permitted and encouraged.
Our desire for spectators is that you enjoy the event; the flying, and the technical challenges. We also hope and invite you to become interested in model aviation and if so, to please contact us accordingly for no charge Radio Control training. Learn To Fly
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Event Costs
The Fees are as Follows
> Pilot Registration – $60
> RV/Trailer Parking – $40
> Spectators Free – Donations Are Appreciated
REQUISITES & TIME TO FLY
> Requisites to Fly – AMA, FAA, and TRUST (Note, FAA# must also be on aircraft as well.
> Aircraft Size— 60” biplane wingspan; 80” mono wingspan; 140” Jet Length plus Wingspan
> Gates Open at 9am, flying starts at Sun-Up.
> NOTE, After 5PM; flightline is open to all model aircraft (Foamies, EDF’s, Small Heli’s, etc.)
> After dark, night-flying is encouraged.
REGISTRATION & Payment Links
For Registration and Payments – Please coordinate with – Rick Maida—mrcorsair@usa.net (408) 460-1526
The Field
The field offers a 26′ by 120′ concrete pit area with light equipped shade structure.
There are 6 large bays under the covered shade and each of the bay supports are equipped for either solar or generator powered electricity offered by the club for your convenience.
All flying will be done on the runway and away from the pits in accordance with AMA guidelines.
At night we have a large spotlight for anyone wishing to do some close quarter heli night-flying.
ALSO, there is a 16’x120′ cement tarmac from the end of the covered structured going west. This area also has gravel covered earth and a rolled out carpet which can accommodate tables and popup’s.
RV’s & Trailers
Travel Trailers and RV’s
– $40 per spot – covers the entire week up to and week following the event
– Pets are okay but request they should be leashed or penned to keep them out of harms way
– Also, due to potential limited trailer spacing, spots are reserved initially for Pilots, Crew, and Vendors
– After a cutoff 2 weeks prior to the event, remaining spots will be open to other attendee at a modest fee.
– There are no hookups – dry camping only.
– Water is available on the way in (Advanced Notice Required and a Filter is a Must)
Lodging
For hotels and lodging, the Kings Canyon Event Team(s) recommend lodging in Fresno or Clovis about 25 min away at the Wyndham-Garden Hotel located adjacent to the Fresno-Yosemite Airport. Other recommended locations are at lodging locations in Clovis (Clovis and Shaw Ave) adjacent to restaurants etc. Reedley and Sanger do offer some lodging closer to the field.
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Please refer to Web Hotel Booking sites for more information. If this is unsuccessful, please try the following link to the same hotel via Hotels.com or use Trivago for other available hotels.
Click Here for Link to Reservation via Hotels.Com
The Location & Directions
The location for this event will be at Peg Field, 1751 S. Alta Ave, Reedley, CA – 20 miles east of Fresno off Hiway 180 – Refer to the Map below. The venue offers room for onsite camping (Trailer and RV) but there are no hookups – dry camping only. Pets are okay but should be leashed.
Vendor Information
Clovis Area Modelers welcomes model aviation related vendors that desire to attend during the event. At this time, the cost for a vendor area is free. Please note that we cannot guarantee enough locations for all vendors; however, we will do our best up to the last minute to accommodate you. Please contact CD Rick Maida – mrcorsair@usa.net (408) 460-1526
CD and CONTACT INFORMATION
Event Directors
> Contest/Event and Registration (Rick Maida—mrcorsair@usa.net (408) 460-1526
> Secondary Contact—Dan Carlson (ClovisRC—President) (busadan1@gmail.com) (559) 269-4542
> See website at “Clovisrc.com” for more information