After years of working alongside Popham airfield, we can confirm that Popham Model Show will return with tiny whoop FPV racing!
Since 2022 Tiny Whoop enthusiasts from Hanworth Tiny Whoop Club (HTWC) have teamed up with Popham airfield at the model show, to show and grow the exciting sport of tiny whoop FPV racing.
Popham Model Show fosters everything remote controlled in a small form factor, accessible by anyone who wishes to participate. And this year the Model Show has moved their usual date to acommodate other events. This gives you, other RC enthusiasts and the general public an event which is one to be remembered. An event where we can all come together, support each other, and share our common interests out towards a curious public.
-Address-
Popham airfield can be found at this address:
Popham Airfield EGHP,
Coxford Down,
Winchester, SO21 3BD
-Important info for pilots-
All whoops require to be 65mm, This is measured between diagonal motor post to motor post. Therefore 65mm and 65mm pro only. All whoops must also be fully ducted. Any questions about the information please reach out to us prior to signing up to the event.
Once you sign up to the event, we will send you a questionnaire along with more information about camping. This will be at no additional cost, we just need to count numbers of people camping so we can inform the Popham Model Show event organisers.
-Facilities-
on site there will be:
-Ample space for tents, vans and camper homes
-On-site portable toilets
-Food Vendors (Close at 5pm each day)
-Model vendors (Close at 5pm each day)
-RC hands on experience
-RC performances
-Sport/hobby officials giving guidance and advice
-Close proximity to takeaways and shops
If you are staying on site it is advised to plan in advance. Water, rations, meals and power for each night will need to be considered as we cannot promise we can fulfil everyones requirements.
-Timings-
Saturday:
9:00am - Pilot Arrivals and check in.
9:45am - Track walk and aircraft safety check
10:00am - Qualifiers
13:00pm - Lunch Break (1 hr)
14:00pm - Qualifiers resume
17:00pm - Qualifiers complete and dinner/socialising
After 17:00pm we will be running a relaxed flight and possibly a fun race in the evening (Let us know what you want!).
Sunday:
9:00am - Pilot Arrivals and check in.
9:30am - Hobbyist double elimination finals
12:30pm - break for lunch (30mins)
13:00pm - Pro double elimination finals
16:30pm - Awards
17:00pm - Pack down the track
We are greatful to be repeatedly invited to Popham Model Show, and look forward to seeing you all at the event! Any questions or queries please contact at the following:
Email: [email protected]
Discord: https://discord.gg/S6hCmgx5ye