Midlands Branch

Evening Meeting

Wednesday 20th May 2015: 18:00 for an 18:30 Start

University of Derby

Lecture Theatre OL1, Kedleston Road Campus, Derby, DE22 1GB

Noise Impact of Model Aircraft - how annoying is it? 

                                  Andy Symons -  British Model Flying Association Club Support Officer                                         

Andy will discuss his role with the British Model Flying Association (BMFA) and the challenges facing model aircraft flying clubs, in particularly regarding noise and compliance with the Code of Practice. He will also talk about the different types of model aircraft currently in use and the characteristics of the sound they produce. Andy will draw upon his experience as a model aircraft enthusiast and as the main BMFA contact to highlight the key issues that arise from this leisure activity.

He will then follow on with a presentation about the project he completed as part of the IOA Diploma.

The presentation is suitable for those interested in acoustics, but it will also be accessible to anyone with an interest in model aircraft, the work of the BMFA and also current diploma students.

Attendance is free, no need to book, everyone welcome.  CPD certificates can be provided.  If you have any queries please contact j.pritchard@derby.ac.uk .

As is traditional for IOA Midlands Branch meetings those attending are cordially invited for a meal at a suitable restaurant after the meeting.

Directions

Click on the web link for directions to the University Kedleston Rd Campus

http://www.derby.ac.uk/files/finding_the_derby_campus.pdf, http://www.derby.ac.uk/files/kedleston_road_derby_campus_floorplan.pdf

Future Events

Watch the IOA website www.ioa.org.uk for further information about all Midlands Branch activities.

Free parking will be available at the University of Derby.