About Midwest Sundowners R/C Flying Club

Midwest Sundowners R/C Flying Club: Our Mission & History

The Midwest Sundowners R/C Flying Club has been a vibrant part of the Midwest model aviation scene for over 40 years, officially operating under AMA Charter #1333. Our mission is simple: to provide a safe, world-class flying environment and a welcoming community for enthusiasts of all radio-controlled aircraft disciplines.

A World-Class R/C Flying Field

Located conveniently near Northwest Indiana and the Chicagoland area, our field is our greatest asset. It is expertly maintained year-round and features:

Geo-textile Runway: A smooth, dedicated surface perfect for fixed-wing aircraft, from electric foamies to high-performance jets.
Amenities: Covered pavillion, ample parking, and pilot stations.
Safety: We strictly adhere to AMA safety guidelines to ensure a fun and secure experience for all members and guests.

More Than Just A Field: Our Community

We are a club built on mentorship and shared passion. Whether you are struggling to trim your first trainer or seeking advice on a complex scratch-build project, our members are here to help.

R/C Flight Instruction: We offer a formal flight training program with experienced instructors who can get new pilots confidently soloing their aircraft. This is included with membership!
Club Events: We host year-round events, including combat contests, seasonal fly-ins, and Swap Meets.
Veteran Pilots: Our club is home to some of the most knowledgeable and highly-skilled R/C pilots in the region.

How to Join the Midwest Sundowners R/C Club

If you are passionate about R/C flying, we invite you to join us!

Visit the Field: Stop by during flying hours to meet members and check out the facility.
AMA Membership: All members must hold a current Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) membership for insurance and safety compliance.
Become a Member: Review our club bylaws and fill out the simple membership application on our Membership Page.

We look forward to seeing you, and your aircraft, in the air!

Vets 25 - Derek & Flight Sim Student — Vets 25 – Derek & Flight Sim Student

Vets 25 - Perry & Students — Vets 25 – Perry & Students

Vets 25 - Dave H's Squadron — Vets 25 – Dave H’s Squadron

MAD - Herrera family and Aeronca — MAD – Herrera family and Aeronca

LR - Ed & Sandy on field — LR – Ed & Sandy on field

LR - Starting Jim D's Stearman — LR – Starting Jim D’s Stearman

LR - Tom L's Zero landing — LR – Tom L’s Zero landing

LR - Pat L's P6E Hawk — LR – Pat L’s P6E Hawk

LR - Jeff K's Atom Turbine — LR – Jeff K’s Atom Turbine

LR - Dennis Bradley Pitts — LR – Dennis Bradley Pitts

MAD - Flight Sim Concentration — MAD – Flight Sim Concentration

Combat 1 - Plane Donation — Combat 1 – Plane Donation

Vets 25 - Ed's Sandy — Vets 25 – Ed’s Sandy

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Driving Directions

The GPS coordinates for the field are 41.50556, -87.19083

North Directions

From 130 turn south onto 625W and follow which turns into Jones Road and then into 675W. Follow the curve around and take the split to the south until the road becomes 650W and the field is on the east side of the road.

South Directions

From Rt. 30 just east of Deep River Water Park (about 1 mile) turn north on 725W (across from the strawberry farm) and proceed north to 450N (Hoosiers Nest House) and turn east. Continue East about 1/2 mile and turn north onto 650W. The Field should be visible within 1/4 mile on the east side of the road.