The Charlotte Radio Control Society (CRCS) is a club of radio-control enthusiasts in Punta Gorda, Florida. We build and fly model aircraft at our Shell Creek field, and we are chartered by the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) Chapter #1297.
Beginners, experienced, and expert pilots are all welcome. Free one-on-one flight training is available, with a trainer plane and transmitter provided. Friends and family are always welcome to come watch. We take pride in being a friendly and inviting club.
What We Fly
Electric props and EDF jets, nitro and gas (after 9:00 AM). Foamies, home-built wood, giant-scale planes, warbirds, 3D, gliders, helicopters, and drones. Turbine jets and rockets are not permitted.
Club Membership & Meetings
Membership in CRCS is on a calander-year basis. Instructions for joining and renewing membership are on the Join the Club page. Flyers interested in joining are encouraged to visit the field for one of our monthly meetings.
Monthly meetings are held on the first Saturday of each month at 10:00 AM at the field. Visitors are welcome. You can find the field details on our Field page. If you have any questions you can Contact Us.