Membership Information

Join the Midwest Sundowners R/C Flying Club

Ready to take your passion for R/C flying to the next level? Becoming a member of the Midwest Sundowners gives you access to one of the best-maintained R/C fields in the Chicagoland area, a supportive community, and expert training.

Why Join Midwest Sundowners R/C Flying Club?

As a member of Midwest Sundowners (AMA #1333), you get much more than just a place to fly:

Unlimited Field Access: Enjoy flying privileges year-round at our well-maintained facility, featuring a smooth geo-textile 40′ wide x 300′ long runway.
Expert Flight Instruction: Free, personalized flight training from experienced R/C pilots to help beginners safely solo and advanced pilots sharpen their skills.
A Supportive Community: Join a fun, diverse group of model aviation enthusiasts who share knowledge, offer build tips, and host regular flying events and club meetings.
Safety & Compliance: Fly confidently knowing our field and club operate under the strict safety and insurance standards of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA).
Club Events: Participate in annual events like our popular combat contests, seasonal fly-ins, and Swap Meets.

Membership Requirements

To ensure a safe and professional environment, all prospective members must meet the following:

We make it easy to get started!

Get Your AMA Card: If you don’t have one, visit the AMA Website to sign up.
Complete the Application: Fill out our brief Application Form and submit it to the Club Secretary.
Pay Dues: Submit your annual dues via PayPal.

Once complete, you will receive your gate access code and welcome packet, and you’re ready to fly!

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 Rules & Policies.

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

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.