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10 Year Celebration of Clare Valley Aerodrome

The highlight of the day was the unveiling of the plaque for Michael & Rosemary Chigwidden. The stone was donated by Clare Quarry - thanks Russell for the chisel work. The plaque reads as follows:

"In recognition of Michael & Rosemary Chigwidden In the gifting of 27.96 ha of their farming land to the CVFG Inc at the Aerodrome opening in 2014. Stands as a testament to their commitment to the sustainability and future of the Aerodrome.
The Clare Valley Flying Group Inc is sincerely thankful for their extreme generosity."

Pictured above with the Chigwiddens is the present CVFG Inc Committee and Clare & Gilbert Valleys Mayor Allan Aughey OAM who spoke on how great an asset the Aerodrome facility is for the Clare Valley. Also on the day Members Stewart Michael entertained us with his superb aerobatic flying skills and Royd Fernandez of WSB Clare gave a drone demonstration enjoyed by all. Thankyou!

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The Last Minute Hitch 16 April 2021

My excursion to Clare Valley Aerodrome last weekend was a real eye-opener and a delight to have done. The purpose was to help present the 2020 CASA Wings Award for the Aero Club of the Year to Clare Valley Flying Group, but the journey turned out to be much more than that. CVFG, who runs the airport, has built a magnificent facility that is everything you would expect from an enthusiastic, dedicated and supported group that was faced with a clean sheet.

Hitch Australian Flying editor Steve Hitchen.

"Plane on a Pole" Wind Vane April 2021

If you have driven past the Clare Valley Aerodrome recently, you will likely have noticed a new addition to the entrance way.

And while it might just look like a ‘plane on a pole’, it is in fact the site’s new wind vane, and quite an engineering feat.

The plane and propeller move with the wind, it has a retractable undercarriage, and at night, solar navigation and cockpit lights illuminate.

The full-size, Tobago TB10 – a French-made trainer plane – was donated to the group by Flight Training Adelaide.

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The Last Minute Hitch 8 April 2021

I'm hitting the road tomorrow for Clare, SA. My task in Clare on Saturday is to take part in the presentation ceremony for the Clare Valley Flying Group's Wings Award for 2020 Aero Club of the Year.

Hitch Australian Flying editor Steve Hitchen.

Clare Valley Flying Group Club of Year 2020

The Clare Valley Flying Group winners of 2020 CASA Wings Award

Aero Club of the Year - Award Criteria

- the highest standards of safety and innovation for the GA sector.
- Provide consistent and innovative value to the sector and the aviation industry in Australia.
- Contribute to the growth and development of the sector in significant and identifiable ways.
- Have contributed in some specific way to the advancement of general aviation in the past 12 months.
- Meet all aviation and corporate regulatory and operational requirements to the highest standards.
- Evidence of successful operations is essential.

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All Weather Runway And Lighting Upgrade Project 2020

Commenced 4th March 2019 completed March 26th 2020. On time and on budget.

Project Funding details

Australian Government Building Better Regions Fund-Projects Infrastructure Stream BBRF65802
$469,191

Government of South Australia -Department Planning, Transport & Infrastructure
$395,628

Clare & Gilbert Valleys Council
$100,00

Total Project Grant Funding
$964,819

Clare Quarry Pty Ltd
$54,720 In-kind support

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Australian Flying March April 2017

Very few new airports have been built in Australia, a testament to the flagging fortunes of the industry. Lucianne van Gelder examines one of them, Clare Valley in South Australia, and shows us how they got the job done.

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Clare Valley Aerodrome Opening 2014

The Clare Valley Aerodrome opening on Saturday 1st November 2014 was a huge success, with a large crowd in attendance.

The Aerodrome was officially opened by Richard and Peter Champion de Crespigny who said:

"We are privileged to join with you all to celebrate your remarkable efforts to build only the second private aerodrome in Australia in the last 50 years.
You have created a strategic asset that is the foundation for growth in health services, commerce, travel and tourism. This is an asset that will reward future generations."

How do I become a member of the Clare Valley Flying Group Inc?

The CVFG Inc is passionate about promoting all Aeronautical Activities at the Clare Valley Aerodrome as well as promoting what the Clare Valley has to offer to all visitors. Download the CVFG Inc Membership Form below to apply.

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