Welcome to the
For
t Worth Thunderbirds
Radio Control Association.

We are located in Benbrook, TX.  We are a family-oriented group that enjoys building and flying radio controlled aircraft. 

Fort Worth

Announcements

  • Be sure to register for the Cowtown Jet Classic!  This two day event will be held on June 12th and 13th.
    PREREGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN UNTIL TUESDAY, JUNE 9th!!! 
    • Two day registrations receive a collector Cowtown Jet Classic T Shirt and a insulated cup.
    • One day registrations receive the collector Cowtown Jet insulated Classic cup.
    • Don’t wait to REGISTER HERE as only registered pilots will qualify for the shirt and insulated cups!
  • Next Club Meeting: Monday, June 22, at 7:00 pm. Meeting Location – CERA 3300 Bryant Irvin Rd Fort Worth, TX 76109
  • 2026 Warbirds over Benbrook photos are available to view in the Gallery Section or by clicking here.
  • 2026 Trinity Valley School student training photos are available to view in the Gallery section or by clicking here.
  • 2026 Flight Instruction: Training begins on Thursday, April 2. Visit the Learn to Fly section for details.

Come Fly with Us

Become a Thunderbird Member

If you’re already an RC pilot, we would love to have you join our club.  You can contact us via email and one of our officers will arrange a visit and answer any questions you may have about our club.  You can also learn more about how to become a member of our club by visiting our Membership page.

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Upcoming Events

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Jun 12-13 – Cowtown Jet Classic

Jul 4 – July 4 Club Picnic

Aug 15 – Float Fly @ Camp Joy

Sep 11-12 – EDF Jet Blast

Oct 10 – Members Day

Oct 24 – TEX Expo

Meeting Dates

June 22, 2026

July 26, 2026

August 24, 2026

September 28, 2026

October 26, 2026

November 23, 2026

December 28, 2026

Learn to Fly

Training

Train with Us

Fort Worth Thunderbirds has a training program at our club where you can learn to fly RC Planes. We provide a club plane and an experienced trainer uses a training buddy box system that allows you to learn, while ensuring a safe and fun learning experience. Learn more about the Thunderbirds training program by visiting the Learn to Fly page.

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Benbrook, US
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