Turbines & Tumbleweeds

 RC   JET   EVENT



THURSDAY Oct 2nd - SUNDAY OCT 5th, 2025



SATURDAY OCT 4th - ALL DAY PUBLIC ACCESS

Free Airshow  -   Noon-Time Flightline Walk

Spectator Voting for Favorite Aircraft

Concessions & Food Trucks


     

         As a joint initiative between the City of Sweetwater and the Abilene RC Society, Turbines & Tumbleweeds was launched in 2024 as an opportunity for RC Jet Pilots to get together in the big, open skies of West Texas and share their enthusiasm of high-end model aviation with the community.  


        And, what better place than an airfield with such a rich history in aviation.  Avenger Field was the primary training grounds for the Women Air Service Pilots of WWII and is home to the National WASP Museum.  Come for the flying venue, tour the museum and enjoy the company and West Texas Sunsets


         

A Wide-Open Jet Event

Join us for the 2nd year of RC Turbine Jet Action at the historic Avenger Field in Sweetwater, Tx.  Sponsored by the Abilene RC Society and the City of Sweetwater.  Experience Three Days of flying at a full scale facility, visit the WASP Museum, enjoy some BBQ and make new friends.


Saturday activities will include public raffle drawings (we have already secured several RTF planes to raffle to the public) as well as a Frequent Flyer pilot raffle, and awards for the likes Best Sport Jet, Best Scale Jet and more.

Turbines & Tumbleweeds is a Featured Event in the Team CHR Jet Master Series




Get ready for the thrill of a lifetime!  Join the 2025 Jet Master Series for your shot at jet-powered glory!


For just $100, you'll be entered for a chance to win a stunning composite jet and turbine package in our grand raffle!  But that's not all!


Dominate the series and earn exclusive rewards: Attend 6 out of the 7 exhilarating events, and you'll score a custom, championship collared dry-fit shirt and have your name etched onto the prestigious 2025 Jet Master Trophy!  Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to experience the ultimate in jet-powered competition!


Once you have completed and submitted this form there will be a link to the TeamCHR website where you can purchase your entry.

Jet Masters Series Entry Form

Thursday Oct 2nd, 2025

  • 11:00-20:00

    RV Access 

    Site Setup


Friday Oct 3rd, 2025

  • 8:00-10:00

    PILOTS:

    Coffee, bagels and fresh fruit. 

    Registration Opens

  • 10:00-11:00

    PILOTS:

    Pilots & Safety meeting

    Announce the plan for the day

  • 11:00-18:00

    PILOTS:

    Open Flying

    Lunch @ 13:00


  • 18:00

    PILOTS:

    Dinner

Saturday Oct 4th, 2025

  • 8:00-10:00

    PILOTS:

    Open Registration

    Hot Breakfast 

    Pilot & Safety Meeting

  • 10:00-12:00

    PILOTS:

    OPEN FLYING


    PUBLIC:

    GATES OPEN



  • 12:00-13:00

    PILOTS:

    Pilots Lunch 


    PUBLIC:

    Vendor/Sponsor Demos

    Noon-time lineup for Spectator Voting

  • 13:00-16:00

    PILOTS:

    OPEN FLYING

  • 16:00-18:30

    AWARDS

    OPEN FLYING

    PILOT DINNER

Sunday Oct 5th, 2025

  • 8:00

    PILOTS: Coffee, bagels and fresh fruit. 


  • 10:00-12:00

    TEAR DOWN

    OPEN FLYING

  • 13:00

    Teardown

    Trash Collection

    Departure - Safe Travels

SPONSORS & DEMONSTRATIONS

Organizations and individuals helping to make this event possible.

CONCESSION VENDORS

Organizations and individuals helping to make this event possible.

EVENT PHOTOS

2024 FULL GALLERY
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