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What is Woodland Davis Aeromodelers?
Woodland Davis Aeromodelers is a model aviation club based between Woodland and Davis, California, at 43295 County Road 29, Davis. It welcomes people interested in building and flying model aircraft, and its field supports radio control aircraft of all sizes, control line models, helicopters, sailplanes and RC cars.
What the club offers
- A shared flying site: The field is open to visitors whenever members are present, so newcomers can watch and ask questions before committing.
- Introductory flights: People curious about the hobby can arrange an introductory flight with an instructor by contacting the club.
- A range of disciplines: Because the site accommodates fixed-wing RC, control line, helicopters, sailplanes and cars, it suits different interests rather than a single style of flying.
- Local regulatory convenience: The site is an FAA Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), so local, line-of-sight flying there does not require Remote ID capability.
- Club events: The calendar includes events such as a Toys for Tots gathering in November 2026.
Who it suits
It is a good fit for someone in the Davis–Woodland area who wants to learn to fly with instruction, or for an experienced hobbyist looking for a local field that handles multiple aircraft types. Someone interested only in competitive racing or indoor flight should check with the club first, since the page emphasizes outdoor model flying.
A practical next step is to email the club about an introductory flight and ask which days members typically fly, then visit on one of those days to see the field and meet members. More information is available at Woodland Davis Aeromodelers.
Do I need a Remote ID module to fly at the Woodland Davis Aeromodelers field?
No. The Woodland Davis Aeromodelers field is an FAA Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), so members flying locally within visual line of sight at the field do not need Remote ID capability, including a broadcast module. This applies to the club's own site between Woodland and Davis, not to flying elsewhere.
What this means in practice
- At the field: You can fly without a Remote ID module as long as you keep the aircraft in sight and stay within the FRIA.
- Beyond the field: If you fly at another location that isn't a FRIA, standard Remote ID rules apply again, so you'd need a compliant setup or a module.
- Before you go: Confirm current field rules and any membership requirements with the club, since FRIA status and local procedures can change.
A useful next step is to contact the club about an introductory flight with an instructor and ask them to confirm the current Remote ID and FRIA arrangements for your aircraft type. See Woodland Davis Aeromodelers.
How can a beginner schedule an introductory flight with an instructor at the club?
To schedule an introductory flight, contact Jeff Lovitt by email at [email protected]. The club's site lists this as the route for arranging a session with an instructor, so your message should state that you are a beginner and ask about available dates and what to bring.
Make the email easy to act on:
- Say who you are: your name, that you are new to the hobby, and any prior experience (none is fine).
- Give your availability: a couple of specific dates or a general window, plus whether weekends suit you.
- Ask what to expect: session length, whether a club trainer aircraft and transmitter are provided, and whether you need your own gear or a club membership first.
- Ask about cost and prerequisites: any introductory fee, age requirements, or paperwork.
- Confirm the meeting point: the field is at 43295 County Road 29, Davis, CA 95616, between Roads 102 and 105. Ask where to park and where to meet your instructor on arrival.
One practical point from the club's own page: the site is an FAA Recognized Identification Area, so no Remote ID capability is needed for local, line-of-sight flying there. That is useful for a first lesson, because you can focus on basic control without worrying about remote-ID equipment. It is also worth asking whether your instructor prefers you to practice on a simulator beforehand; many beginners progress faster that way.
For context on the wider hobby before you write, the Academy of Model Aeronautics at Academy of Model Aeronautics publishes beginner guidance on training and safety. If you would rather visit first, the club notes that the field is open to visitors whenever members are present, so a casual visit is a low-pressure way to meet members and ask about instruction in person.
What types of model aircraft can I fly at the Woodland Davis Aeromodelers field?
The field supports radio-controlled aircraft of all sizes, control-line models, helicopters, sailplanes, and RC cars. It is also an FAA Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), so local, line-of-sight flying there does not require Remote ID capability.
If you are new to the hobby or unsure whether your model suits the site, the club invites prospective members to arrange an introductory flight with an instructor by contacting Jeff Lovitt at [email protected]. Visitors are welcome whenever members are present, and the field is at 43295 County Road 29, Davis, CA 95616, between Roads 102 and 105.
A practical next step is to email the club with your aircraft type and size before your first visit, so you know which area of the field to use. The club’s site is Woodland Davis Aeromodelers.
Where exactly is the Woodland Davis Aeromodelers flying site located and when can visitors come?
The flying site is at 43295 County Road 29, Davis, CA 95616, on County Road 29 between Road 102 and Road 105, roughly midway between Woodland and Davis. The club describes the field as open to visitors whenever members are present, so there is no fixed public visiting schedule—your best bet is to go on a day when flyers are likely there.
Practical points for a first visit
- Check before driving out. Because access depends on members being on site, contact the club first. The page lists an introductory-flight contact, Jeff Lovitt, at [email protected]; ask whether someone will be flying on your intended day and whether an instructor is available.
- Plan around events. The calendar lists club events such as the Toy’s 4 Tots gathering on November 7, 2026, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM at the County Road 29 site. Event days guarantee activity but are busier; ordinary weekends are quieter but less certain.
- Remote ID. The site is an FAA Recognized Identification Area (FRIA), so local, line-of-sight flying there does not require Remote ID capability. That matters if you fly a model without a broadcast module, but it applies to flying at this field, not elsewhere.
- What you'll see. The facility supports radio-control aircraft of all sizes, control-line models, helicopters, sailplanes and RC cars, so a visit can cover several disciplines in one trip.
A sensible next step: email the club with your preferred date and ask two things—whether members will be present and whether an introductory flight can be arranged. If you are coming from out of town, also confirm the entrance location along County Road 29, since the address spans a rural stretch between two roads.
How do I join the club or contact someone about membership?
Contact Woodland Davis Aeromodelers directly by email or through the contact form on Woodland Davis Aeromodelers. The page names two contacts: Jeff Lovitt ([email protected]) for scheduling an introductory flight with an instructor, and [email protected] for general questions about the club or joining. The site also has a contact form asking for name, email, phone, address, subject and message.
What to include in your first message
- That you want to join, and your experience level (total beginner, returning flyer, or current pilot of a particular type).
- What you fly or want to fly — the field supports radio control aircraft of all sizes, Control Line models, helicopters, sailplanes and RC cars.
- Whether you'd like an introductory instructor flight, and roughly when you're available.
- Your location, since the field sits between Woodland and Davis at 43295 County Road 29, Davis, CA 95616, between Roads 102 and 105.
Practical notes
Visitors are welcome at the field whenever members are present, so a visit is a low-commitment way to meet people and ask about dues and the application process in person before emailing. The site describes the flying site as an FAA Recognized Identification Area, so no Remote ID capability is needed for local, line-of-sight flying there — useful to know if you already own a transmitter and aircraft.
Next step: email Jeff Lovitt about an introductory flight, and send the general address a short note about membership, ideally in the same week so you can compare replies and plan a first visit.
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