We maintain two FRIA (FAA Recognized Identification Area) sites besides regularly hosting indoor flying at a gym in Central Whidbey
WIRCS Chase Field (North)
Click here for a map of the Chase Field FRIA
Location: 2291 Roberts Pond Ln, Coupeville, WA 98238
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Note: Field is located on private property, please contact club and review the WIRCS Chase Field Rules before use
WIRCS Miller Lake Field (South)
Click here for a map of the Miller Lake FRIA
Location: 6075 S Coles Rd, Langley, WA 98238
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Note: Field is located on private property, please contact club before use
Trinity Lutheran Church Gym (Central)
WIRCS hosts Indoor Flying every second and fourth Tuesday at 6:30pm at the Trinity Lutheran Church Gym in Freeland.
The gym is perfect for ultra light models such as the UMX Night Vapor, free flight rubber power, and even micro helicopters or drones.
Location: Trinity Lutheran Church is located at 18341 State Route 525. However, if using an app or similar navigation system, it may be easier to navigate to 5573 South Woodard Avenue, Freeland, WA.
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Notes: The church campus contains multiple buildings, the gym is located inside of the larger building, opposite the main sanctuary.
Other Sites
The following are other flying sites on Whidbey Island, not affiliated with WIRCS. Please follow all applicable site rules and use at your own risk.
Fort Casey and Ebey’s Landing
Gliders with non-combustion engines are permitted only at designated sites within Fort Casey and Ebey’s Landing State Park. For rules, regulations, and maps, contact the Central Whidbey Area State Parks Headquarters at Fort Casey (360-678-4519)
Location: 400 Hill Valley Drive, Coupeville, WA 98239
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Note: Please see the National Park Service FAQ for up-to-date information regarding Remote-Control Gliders within Ebey’s Landing State Park
Fort Nugent Park
Fort Nugent Park is a 40-acre community park managed by the City of Oak Harbor
Location: 2075 SW Fort Nugent Ave, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
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Note: Membership in Fort Nugent Electric Flyers is required to fly at Fort Nugent Park, please contact fortnugentflyers@gmail.com for more details.
DeLaurentis Airport
DeLaurentis Airport is a privately owned airport located between Oak Harbor and Coupeville, WA. For more details see this Facebook post about RC Flying at DeLaurentis Airport.
Note: DeLaurentis Airport has strict rules and regulations regarding model airplanes and drones. Obtain permission from the airport manager before flying on or near the airport.