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NOVEMBER 26, 1910. t/^GHt] IKe ROLTCLI &ero Clu of the Uixited KiTigdo OFFICIAL /NOTICES TO MEMBERS " Committee Meeting. A MEETING of the Committee was held on Tuesday, the 22nd inst., when there were present:—Mr. R. W. Wallace, K.C. (in the Chair), Mr. Griffith Brewer, Mr. Ernest C. Bucknall, Mr. Cecil S. Grace, Prof. A. K. Huntington, Mr. V. Ker-Seymer, Mr. F. K. McClean, Mr. J. T. C. Moore-Brabazon, Mr. C. F. Pollock, Mr. Stanley Spooner, and Harold E. Perrin, Secretary. New Members.—The following new members were elected :— Charles A. P. Hawkins. Maurice Tetard. Henry M. Jullerot. Herbert J. Thomas. Bertram Ogilvie. Francis Farnell Thurstan. Aviators' Certificates.—The following Aviators' Certificates were granted:— 30. H. Barber. 33. Archibald R. Low. 31. T. Sopwith. 34. Sydney E. Smith, 32. J. J. Hammond. Aeronaut's Certificate.—Capt. E. M. Maitland made his Solo Ascent on Wednesday, the 16th inst., in the "Pompadour," qualifying for an Aeronaut's Certificate. Capt. Maitland, having complied with all the rules, was awarded an Aeronaut's Certificate. Official Representatives in South Africa. — Mr. Roger Wallace, who has recently returned from South Africa, reported his interview with the Automobile Club of South Africa. It was unanimously resolved that the Automobile Club of South Africa be appointed the official representative in South Africa of the Royal A«ro Club. Gordon-Bennett Aviation Cup.—The following letter from Mr. Cortlandt F. Bishop was read :— " Aero Club of America, "29, West 39th Street, New York, " November 14th, 1910. "Roger Wallace, Esq., K.C., " President, Royal Aero Club of the United Kingdom. " My dear Mr. Wallace,— '' To-day is my last one as President of the Aero Club of America. I had the honour to ship to you on Saturday last the International Aviation Trophy, which was won by Mr. C. Grahame- White, as representative of your Club. It is on the steamship ' Cedric,' of the White Star Line, and should arrive in England soon after this letter does. "With the kindest regards and with hearty congratulations on the victory of the Royal Aero Club of the United Kingdom. " I remain, yours very truly, (Signed) "CORTLANDT F. BISHOP, President." Baron de Forest £4,000 Prize. Entries.—Intending competitors are reminded that it is necessary to give one month's formal notice of entry, and that the competition closes on December 31st, 1910. Particulars of Aeroplane.—Competitors who have not already sent in full particulars of their aeroplanes, are requested to do so forthwith. In view of the large number of entries, and the necessity of inspecting each machine before an attempt is made, competitors are asked to give early notice as to when and where such inspection can take place. French Customs.—Negotiations are now in progress with the French Customs through the Aero Club de France for the free entry of the aeroplanes into France. This privilege will, if granted, only hold good for a period of one month, and will only be applicable for this particular prize. Official Observers.—The Committee of the Royal Aero Club will be glad to hear from members who can assist in observing the starts from the English coast. At present it appears that Dover and Folkestone will be the most likely starting places. British Empire Michelin Cup. (Prize £500 tn cash, with Replica of Trophy.) Intending competitors are reminded that the competition for this year closes on December 31st next. Full particulars can be obtained from the Royal Aero Club. Rolls Memorial Fund. Members who have not yet sent in their contributions to the above Fund are requested to do so as early as possible. By limiting individual subscriptions to the sum of 10s. the Committee hope they will receive the support of all members. Contributions of books to the "Rolls Memorial Library" will also be greatly appreciated. A list of subscriptions received to the 16th inst. was published in the last issue, and the following have since contributed up to November 23rd, 1910 :—C. L. R. Aspinall, Lieut. John B. Bolitho. Per Aero Club de Prance:—Jacques Balsan, Ren6 Gasnier, Comte Hadelin d'Oultremont. Hendon Aviation Ground. The proprietors of the aviation ground newly laid out at Hendon have kindly arranged that members of the Royal Aero Club shall have free admission, on production of their membership cards. This ground is situated in Collindale Avenue, a turning out of the main Edgware Road, just beyond Hendon. Its distance from the Marble Arch is about 6^ miles. Subject to weather conditions, flights take place daily. Flights Over Towns. It was decided to issue the following notice to all aviators, aviation schools and flying grounds:— " The Royal Aero Club of the United Kingdom. "Flights Over Towns. " The practice of flying unnecessarily over towns or thickly- populated areas is considered to be not only fraught wkh consider able risk to the public, but also useless in furthering the progress of aviation. "The Royal Aero Club has formed a Special Committee to deal with such cases as may come to its notice, and to inflict such penalties as it may think necessary upon any of its members as certified aviators who may make such undesirable flights. In the case of similar flights by persons not holding a certificate, the subsequent granting of a certificate may be jeopardised." HAROLD E. PERRIN, 166, Piccadilly. Secretary. PROGRESS OF FLIGHT ABOUT THE COUNTRY. NOTE.—Addresses, temporary or permanent, follow in each case tr>< addressed direct to the Secretary. We would ask Club Secretaries in FLIGHT, 44, St. Martin's Lane, London, Aeroplane Building and Flying Soc (8, MANCHESTER ST., W.). THE gliding hill has supplied enterprising members with a new sensation, a flight down the cables on the trolley being a very exhilarating experience ; almost as good as flying, and very good practice tor budding aviators. The alterations to the stopping device have proved satisfactory, and although several small breakages have occurred they have all been put right and everything is now ready for action. Unfortunately the members have not been able to cover the glider yet, as work in the open air has been impossible. An emergency meeting was therefore called on Wednesday, and it was decided to build a proper shed capable of not only housing both the glider and monoplane but of being used as a workshop as well. All the plans were prepared at once,, and the umber, sashes, names of the clubs, where communications of our readers can be future to see that the notes regarding their Clubs reach the Editor of W.C., by first post Tuesday at latest. doors, &c., purchased, so that an immediate start could be made. With a proper workshop on the ground things should move more rapidly. A Model Aero Club at Salisbury. IN connection with the Y.M.C.A. at Salisbury, a model aero club has just been formed. The entrance fees and subscriptions are moderate, and prospective members should apply to W. Street, hon. sec, Y.M.C.A., Winchester Street, Salisbury, for fuller particulars. Arundel House School Ae.C(i5, ARLINGTON ROAD, SURBITON). ON Saturday, November 19th, the members of the senior branch held their third annual " Invention" competition on Ham 971
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