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Current Events at Meetup.com

Keep up with the latest news and information from IEQF. Join in on email discussions. Share photos and other files. Click the logo to go to the meetup site.

 

195/Paradise Club Flying Field

The Paradise Flying Field is shaping up nicely. The runway is still too rough for small electrics, but it's great for sailplanes. See the Paradise Field page for directions and details.

 

Summer HLG Contests!

We've got a great summer lineup for local club HLG contests. Get your arm ready, looks like it's gonna be a popular series!

 

LSF Contest Series

Robin Kirkpatrick will hold an LSF contest series this summer. See the Calendar page for details.

 

Inland Empire Soaring Society... Now Inland Empire Quiet Flyers

Over the last few years our "Glider Club" has slowly become more modern, with members flying much more than just gliders. In fact most of the flying that we do is simply "Quiet." Brushless electric power and Lipo batteries have brought an entire new era of performance. We love the fact that we can fly for hours on end in the local park and not disturb others in the area.

Our member represent almost every aspect of the modeling world. You'll see members with exceptionally powered helis, Jets, scale planes, indoor woodies, EPP foamies, gliders, and even cars and boats. 

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What's New

Let the 2010 Flying Season Begin!

We have great things planned for this flying season.

Field Improvements
This year we're going to make an investment in our field with the development of a true runway. We'll scrape off the grass, smooth out the dirt and seal it with Gorilla Snot. This will make operations with our electric models much more pleasant and easier on our models.

Soaring Contests
We are sponsoring our usual four thermal duration contests. The Labor Day weekend contest will be held at Farragut State Park. Click on the name below for more details.

Northwest Electric Fly-In - August 14th & 15th
This annual event has been a favorite of the electric power enthusiasts in the region. Now with the improved runway, it will be even more fun. The public is welcome to visit, watch, and learn. Beginners can even try their hand at flying under the tutelage of an experienced instructor.

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Current Weather (from Weather Underground)

This weather station is 4 miles north of the Paradise field. Click anywhere on the data under the picture to see weather details and history.

 

 

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At a Glance

Who We Are

The IEQF members are model airplane enthusiasts specializing in thermal soaring, slope cruising and electric powered flight.

What We Fly

Our members enjoy all kinds of quiet model flying including thermal soaring, slope soaring, scale, slope combat, and electric powered models of all kinds.

Membership

Based in Spokane, Washington, our membership is spread out all over the Inland Northwest.  Membership dues for new members are $25; renewals are $50 per calendar year.  Joining is easy and there are no hoops to jump through, flight tests, or interviews.

Membership applications and detailed info here.  Or contact one of the officers for membership information.

Where We Meet

Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month. Meetings are held at the Shari's Restaurant at 320 N. Sullivan. We gather at 6:30 for food and hanger flying with the meeting beginning at 7:00 pm. See the Calendar Page for upcoming meeting times and upcoming scheduled events. Visitors are welcome. Please come visit us!

Where We Fly

We have several commonly used flying sites Thermal and sport sites in Post Falls and Farragut State Park and a slope site in the Spokane valley.

Officers and Committees Webmaster

The activities of the IEQF are conducted by officers and committees charged with the various responsibilities of the club.  If you have input and ideas about a topic, call one of the committee members. See the Officers and Committees page for more information.

If you have any comments corrections or additions for this web site, contact Dave Moore

This page was last changed on July 15, 2010