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Title: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: Shrikant on January 21, 2010, 12:05:43 PM
Hi Guys,

I have been to the race course at Mahalaxmi in Mumbai a few times and surprised it is not listed here.  :headscratch: Any of us here visits this place regularly? Reason for asking is also that I have a few guests coming from out of state and want to send them here this weekend. They wish to see the stuff and interact with the members / know more abt RC aero modelling in general. Any help / leads will be appreciated... :help: :help: :help:
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: sushil_anand on January 21, 2010, 12:17:26 PM
Shrikant

I am a regular at Mahalakshmi and would be happy to entertain you and your guests. Lately I have started to visit on Saturdays as there are    - relatively - few fliers. But am there most Sundays too.

Please call me: 98202 84641 and let me know. Entry is being delayed till after 10.00 A.M., the last few weeks. And we have to pack up at least an hour & a half before the first race.
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: Shrikant on January 21, 2010, 04:36:50 PM
Thanks Sushil...  :thumbsup: Shall contact you and take it from there on....
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: anwar on February 18, 2010, 11:53:28 AM
Some more details in this thread : http://www.rcindia.org/beginners-zone/joining-rc/
Title: Field Restrictions - It's happened, finally!
Post by: sushil_anand on March 02, 2010, 10:27:27 AM
As of last Staurday, all flying activity has been banned at Mahalkshmi. A directive from the Police Commissioner states that this will remain in force until Kasab's trial is over. That would mean an indefinite time, but a couple of years at least!!
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: anwar on March 02, 2010, 10:34:08 AM
Wow ! That is unfortunate :(

I will put a note on the "list of fields" thread.
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: anwar on March 02, 2010, 10:38:29 AM
Also, where did all the folks move their flying to ?
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: sushil_anand on March 02, 2010, 10:44:49 AM
I left town for the weekend. A few went to Airoli which is off the Eastern Express highway, between Thane and Mulund. There is a plot that we have been looking at. It belongs to the MIDC and needs some work, though it is "usable" now. It is also quite far for many people. But, I suppose, "flying ke liye kuchh be karega" !!

Will keep you posted as things develop.

Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: anwar on March 02, 2010, 10:47:16 AM
If this new location is becoming a regular spot, we should consider announcing it properly, and provide a location map for the same :headscratch:
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: sushil_anand on March 02, 2010, 10:52:51 AM
In due course. As promised, I will keep you posted.

There is another area which I am working on. Would rather wait to post info till something firms up. It will take some time, anyway.
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: zonuna on March 02, 2010, 01:11:49 PM
I am really SAD to hear from Sushil about Mahalaxmi I had phone him while in Mumbai, but he replied me with such a warm welcome which I never expect, Thanks Sushil I`ll be back after 3 months.
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: sushil_anand on March 02, 2010, 03:52:21 PM
Zonuna

Hope we are flying again when you come next!
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: Shrikant on March 02, 2010, 04:58:32 PM
Its a sad thing Mr  Anand :'(

I was to be there this weekend with my bro in law. He's a trucks / cars fan. Anyways, shall call you and confirm for this saturday at Airoli. Its much closer to my home. Hope to meet you personally after our last talk over phone last.
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: saurabhhsrivastavaa on March 02, 2010, 09:12:44 PM
The field is closed for RC flying for indefinate period. !!! :banghead: :'(
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: atul_pg on March 03, 2010, 01:01:52 PM
It seems the bad luck is catching up..

Pawan Hans Helicopters Limited (PHHL) has taken over the ground where all the guys in pune fly their rc planes. Since it would be a private land now chances of rc flying on that ground would be but to impossible..

http://epaper.dnaindia.com/epapermain.aspx?queryed=40&username=&useremailid=&parenteditioncode=40&eddate=3/3/2010
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: anwar on March 03, 2010, 01:08:06 PM
Hopefully, a deal can be made with the new owners.

Waiting to hear from people like Sanjay (http://www.rcindia.org/electric-planes/spad-trainer/msg15508/#msg15508).
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: anwar on April 13, 2010, 05:51:34 PM
Quote from: saurabhhsrivastavaa on March 02, 2010, 09:12:44 PM
The field is closed for RC flying for indefinate period. !!! :banghead: :'(

http://www.rcindia.org/rc-locations-and-clubs/mahalakhsmi-clearance/
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: sbajare on April 18, 2010, 03:53:28 PM
hi,

members of pune aeromodellers association enjoy flying at hadapsar, gliding center all round 365 days. whoever put that quote of pawan hans taking up has no full knowledge on what is happening in the premises. i myself fly everyday morning with full persmission and support from the officials of gliding center.

This summer gliding center will host a summer camp and provide information on aermodelling, paragliding and gliding.

Sandeep
Gen. Sec
PAA
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: mohan on September 08, 2010, 08:26:09 PM
PAA...  :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: sbajare on May 27, 2011, 06:36:47 PM
hi,

Only members of PAA can fly at the gliding center 365 days from 6.00 am till 11.00 am  . aeromodel flying is not permitted once gliders start flying.

Friday and saturday being week off , we can fly the whole day.

Sunday the time is restricted till 10:30 am only as glider flying is open to general public for joyrides.

:thumbsup: :giggle:

people interested to be members are welcome anytime.  :salute:

rest can keep  :banghead:

regds
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: second_chance on May 28, 2011, 09:38:01 AM
Quote from: mohan on September 08, 2010, 08:26:09 PM
PAA...  :banghead: :banghead: :banghead:

whats all the head banging for ?
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: sushil_anand on May 28, 2011, 10:50:50 AM
Mohan would have the answer!
Title: Re: Mahalaxmi Racecourse in Mumbai (HELP NEEDED)
Post by: SunLikeStar on May 28, 2011, 12:37:23 PM
Quote from: second_chance on May 28, 2011, 09:38:01 AM
whats all the head banging for ?
He just loves PAA and gets little excited when ever PAA is mentioned :iagree: