Welcome to BAM
The Bend Aero Modelers ("BAM") is a non-profit organization (club) with the mission to promote model aviation and the joy of R/C flying. We are affiliated with the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and as such are an AMA-chartered club (AMA charter # 2311).
Our club includes diverse members with different backgrounds, ages, and interests. We welcome all model aviation enthusiasts, regardless of your experience level and specific areas of interest within this fascinating hobby. Furthermore, we support all compliant types and sizes of remote controlled (R/C) airplanes, including helicopters.
If you are new to R/C flying and would like to learn more about it, please refer to the information provided on this website. Either way, whether you are just starting out or have been flying for a long time, we would love to hear from you and tell you more about the Bend Aero Modelers.
Our flying site (Popp's Field) is located about 17 miles east of Bend, Oregon (Deschutes County) going towards Burns, just off Highway 20 near Horse Ridge and the Oregon Badlands.
New to R/C Flying?
You've caught the bug, have dreamed about it for some time, and now you're looking for some direction to get started.
Good news! R/C flying has become a much more accessible and affordable hobby over the years. read more
Joining Our Club
We always welcome new members! If you are ready to join our club, please review the following information to make sure that you meet all requirements before applying and submitting the application form, including membership fees. read more
Club Activities
As for many clubs, our club activities are often driven by the interests of our members.
As a result, participation and initiative are usually the deciding factors that enable a specific club activity or event. And we are always open to new ideas and suggestions to make our club more exciting and fun.
Currently, we promote the following regular club activities:
- Flight training
- Pylon racing
- Park flying
- Night flying
- Club events