“Wings of Life” is a charity that has been developed by Douglas Field a Griffith Bachelor of Aviation student to for fill the role of a project which highlights the achievements of this degree. The Wings of Life charity raises funds and awareness for the Royal Flying Doctors Service (RFDS) through hosting numerous events, predominantly related to aviation.
The inaugural event being hosted by Wings of Life is a charity fly-in and tradeshow at Archer Falls Airfield. The Fly-in and Tradeshow is a one-off event that will be conducted over 2 days on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd of October, 2010. This event is not only open to aviators, but their friends, family, and all members of the community are welcome to attend this fun filled weekend.
There will be numerous trade displays from aircraft manufacturers and equipment, flying schools, farm equipment, fine wines and even hand crafted jewellery. Those who attend will have the opportunity to participate in helicopter joy flights and trial introductory flights.
Archer Falls Airfield is a private airfield located nearby the small township of Kilcoy in the beautiful Sunshine Coast hinterland. Kilcoy is approximately an hours drive North of Brisbane and the Airfield is 12km to the east of Kilcoy township.
There is accommodation available in the nearby towns of Woodford and Kilcoy at Motels and Home stays. If you require transportation to the accommodation please contact the organisers of the event. Alternatively there are numerous acres of prepared camping areas so pack a tent and a sleeping bag and dwell amongst the picturesque bushland surrounding the airfield. Shower and toilet facilities are available. For the aviators that are intending on flying into the event go to the Archer Falls Airfield website for details on the aerodrome runways, parking etc.
There will be a single landing fee per aircraft of $5 (tax deductible) imposed over the two days and a $2 entry fee for those who attend by other means of transportation that will go towards the “Wings of Life” charity. AVGAS and premium unleaded will be available.
Archer Falls Airfield’s clubhouse was previously a Winery which encompasses a beautiful handcrafted bar, kitchen, and entertainment areas. Wongooroo Estate a local winery will be operating the bar and kitchen over the weekend and will be providing catering for breakfast (Sunday only), morning tea, lunch, and dinner (Saturday night) and will also be responsible for the sale of beverages. Some lovely ladies from the community will be running a coffee shop with freshly baked cakes, cookies and the all the sweet things we need in our life. There will be live entertainment taking place on the Saturday night including musicians and dancers.
So bring the family and friends and enjoy the festivities as your support is vital for this weekend to be successful. All proceeds from this event will go to RFDS to aid in the replacement of ageing aircraft and to update vital medical equipment.
If you believe you could provide your help or are interested in setting up a trade site at this event please contact the event organisers.
The Wings of Life charity will conclude their fundraising efforts in June 2011 with a Charity Flight around Australia. We are looking for owners of Spitfires that we would be interested in forming a squadron as part of this flight.
For further details contact the following;
Doug Field: 0433 569 269
Ron Field: 0408 195 497
Residential address: 1253 Neurum road,
Mt. Archer, 4514.
Websites: www.archerfalls.com.au and www.wingsoflife.com.au
Email:
[email protected]