Experience the excitement as turbine and electric ducted fan (EDF) jets fill the skies over Chino Valley! The CVF Jet Fun Fly is a relaxed gathering of jet enthusiasts who come together to fly, share ideas, and enjoy some of the most impressive aircraft in the hobby. From sleek scale military jets to high-performance sport models, you’ll see remarkable flying, beautiful craftsmanship, and plenty of opportunities to talk with fellow pilots. Whether you’re bringing a qualifying jet or simply coming out to watch, everyone is welcome for a weekend of fast flights, friendly conversation, and jet-powered fun.
Where: Chino Valley Flyers Field, Chino Valley, AZ
When: Friday, July 31 – Saturday, August 1, 2026
Registration Fee: There is no specific landing fee but donations are accepted.
AMA Sanction Number: 20287
Contest Director: Shel Leibach (E-mail: sleibach1948@gmail.com)
General Information
Basic general information.
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- All AMA and club safety rules will be enforced.
- All pilots must have current AMA and FAA registration.
- CVF Field is an AMA-recognized FRIA field so stand-alone remote ID gear is not required.
- Pilots need not be CVF members.
- A “cash-only” food service will be available from 9:00am to noon.
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Schedule: The field will be open for practice until 00:00am while something goes on. It will reopen when that something is complete.
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- 7:00am – Pilot registration opens
- 7:30am – Pilot Meeting. All pilots [and spotters] must attend.
- 8:00am – Official flying begins.
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General comments on things impacted by the schedule.
Flight Format: This event is open to turbine-powered aircraft and aircraft powered by 90mm or larger EDFs. Models may be of any size or configuration. This is a fun fly event with no specific flying schedules based on aircraft type or power system. Six pilot stations are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Scoring & Prizes: Points are awarded for…
[Cash] prizes will be awarded for 1st through 3rd places in each class.
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