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The flying field is located about 7 kms south of the Namadgi visiter center just out side of Tharwa. The field is within a natural valley  that allows the model aircraft to fly under a CASA instrument of approval to a height of 1800 above ground Level (AGL).  
The field has been  cleared of any obstructions and is  predominantly extremely  flat.
The setting is within the Namadji national park and provided a wonderful experience for our members and guests.
Camping is available at the field and is an enjoyable experience with the facilities . 

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The main location provides a large unobstructed flat flying field that is also ideal for WW1 aircraft as taking  of is not limited to the runway direction. 

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The Scale Aviators  (2020)

The Scale  Aviators Flying Model Aircraft facility Canberra Australian National Capital.

The Willie Emmett  flying field is located in the Naas Valley  in an area just south of Canberra in the Australia National Territory.

  • The Willie Emmett field is a meeting place for enthusiasts to participate in the enjoyment of flying and displaying examples of scale remote control aircraft.

  • The  location is ideal for both small and large scale examples of Aeromodelleing and scale aviation.    

  • This location has hosted over 28 national events and attracted Aeromodellers from all over Australia.


 

The field “ The Willie Emmett Model Flying Field” was named after a prominent Canberra aeromodeller Willie Emmett.

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Upcoming Events

  • Canberra Aerotow 2025
    Canberra Aerotow 2025
    Thu, 20 Feb
    Tharwa
    20 Feb 2025, 11:50 am – 24 Feb 2025, 1:50 pm
    Tharwa, Naas Rd, Tharwa ACT 2620, Australia
    20 Feb 2025, 11:50 am – 24 Feb 2025, 1:50 pm
    Tharwa, Naas Rd, Tharwa ACT 2620, Australia
    It's on again, Canberra Aerotow at The Scale Aviators Canberra A.C.T. The event is glider event of all types but with an emphasis on aerotowing.1800ft CASA area approval. Very large open files with great facilities. Our events are primarily fully catered with most people camping at the filed.

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F5J Competition November 2017

NAAS Mammoth Fly In November 2017

National Electric Flight Rally 2018

NAAS Air Racing 2018

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Tharwa, Canberra ACT, Australia

0416015712

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