Model aircraft flying is an important and indispensable part of Switzerland as an aviation hub

Swiss civil aviation is a multifaceted industry comprising airlines, airports, air traffic control, the aircraft manufacturing industry, aviation-related businesses, and recreational aviation.

All of these areas are important, indispensable, and have their own raison d’être. Many of us—myself included—have been and remain enthusiastic model airplane enthusiasts, and it was through this hobby that we discovered the fascinating world of aviation. From the perspective of promoting young talent, model flying is also of great importance to AÉROSUISSE. The umbrella organization for the Swiss aviation and aerospace sector has therefore included model flying as a topic in its recently published training brochure (available for order at www.aerosuisse.ch).

Model aviation is one of the eight sports divisions united within the Aero-Club of Switzerland. With over 7,000 members, it accounts for one-third of all members. Model aviation is also a meaningful and affordable leisure activity for many young people and the young at heart.

Through the Model Aviation Association’s membership as a division of the Aero-Club of Switzerland within AÉROSUISSE—the umbrella organization for Swiss aviation and space—model aviation also benefits from political representation. As an important part of Switzerland’s aviation sector, the anniversary year “100 Years of Aviation in Switzerland” is therefore also a milestone for the sport of model flying.

Paul Kurrus, President of Aérosuisse, June 30, 2010