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!
  • Make plans now to attend the July 4th Family Fly-In!
  • All club members and their families are invited to attend.
  • View the event flyer with all the details here.
  • Club members are asked to RSVP here by June 27.
    • Next Club Meeting: Monday, June 22, at 7:00 pm.
    • Meeting Location – CERA 3300 Bryant Irvin Rd Fort Worth, TX 76109

    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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