Author / Post nemesis4u Lifetime Site Supporter LIFETIME SUPPORTER Joined: May/19/2004 United States Posts: 43 IP Logged Posted: December/16/2017 at 10:21pm  Quote   30th Annual B-17 Gathering & BB Weber Memorial Fly-In September 19th-22nd , 2018 Once again the skies of Monaville, Texas will be filled with the roar of multi-engine bombers, warbirds, and giant-scale replicas of the finest aircraft in aviation history. Bomberfield USA is proud to host the 30th Annual B-17 Gathering & BB Weber Memorial Fly-In. This year is a very special 30th Anniversary and we have some very special things in the works for this 30th Event in honor of the late great BB Weber. Mark your calendars now for September 19th-22nd , 2018 and don't miss this event! More event information coming soon here and also at : or http://www.bomberfieldusa.com Vendors are welcome and we have 10x10 Vendor spaces available for only $40 for the entire event. Electricity available for vendors, please bring your extension cord(s). The Bomber Field facility is the dream-come-true of the great and late Mr. B. B. Weber, designer of the original facility layout. The organization is a nationally recognized club, mainly because of the annual B-17 Gathering and Scale Big Bird Fly-In. This event attracts modelers from all over the North American continent and Europe. Members of Bomber Field take pride each year in the planning, promotion, and performance of this and other equally important events. The events held at Bomber Field not only generate funds to maintain the property, but provide an opportunity for fellowship and information exchange within the modeling community.Runway: a 50’ x 700 ’ (15 x 214 meter) all-weather paved surface with taxi-ways. Approach is unobstructed from either end. Adjacent to the main runway is an 800’ (250 meter) grass runway. Steel fences are provided for pilot and spectator protection. Each flight station has side barrier fencing. Waterway: for seaplanes there is a 100’ x 600’ x 3’ (30 x 200 meter pond 1 meter deep) located away from the main landing field. Pit Area: a covered 30’ x 150’ (10 x 50 meter) pavilion with seven 4’ x 30’ (1.5 x 10m) tables provides convenience for assembly and maintenance of models. Also, 110-volt power outlets are installed and the entire pavilion area is well lighted for night activities. Snack bar: an enclosed, air conditioned, and fully equipped 25’ x 20’ (6 x 5m) kitchen allows members to provide tasty delights during events. It also enables members to get out of the heat or cold during inclement weather. Observation Deck: a 6’ x 150’ (2 x 50m) covered area, elevated over the pavilion, provides our visitors with an excellent view of all activities. Transmitter Impound: an 18’ x 10’ (6 x 3m) air-conditioned room provides secure, climate controlled radio storage. A public address system is utilized during events to announce participants and special events. Overnight Storage: 50’ x 100’ (18 x 30m) hangar is available for dry storage and charging of models during events and for member storage during weekends. Directions to the Flying Site From IH-10: Take exit 732 (Brookshire) to SH 359 north. At old Hwy. 90 take a left and go about 150 yds. and then take a right over the railroad tracks. Continue on SH 359 north until you get to Monaville. Follow the highway signs carefully. At the yellow flashing light turn left onto SH 1887. Go about 1.5 mi. and Bomber Field is on your left. You can't miss the big gorilla in the front! From SH-290: Exit to SH 359 south and across the railroad tracks. Continue south on SH 359 until you get to Monaville. Turn right at the flashing yellow light onto SH 1887. Go about 1.5 mi. and Bomber Field is on your left. You can't miss the big gorilla in the front! Latitude / Longitude of the Bomber Field entrance for your GPS is: N 29 56' 33.90", W 96 03' 33.81" Directions to the Flying Site __________________ www.LEGENDHOBBY.com "FLY A LEGEND" & "KEEP 'EM FLYING"   Back to Top  Printer Friendly Version  Profile  Search  Web

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