British Model Flying Association 2027 Universities and Schools Payload Challenge
Create a free account to applyStudent teams design, build and fly load-carrying model aircraft, testing them in Cube Lift, Distance, Quantity or Weight. Professional engineers judge the competition, with flying and presentations at the National Centre near Grantham.
The British Model Flying Association Payload Challenge invites student teams to design, build and fly load-carrying model aircraft. It is intended to stretch technical ability and teamwork, with teams working through aircraft design, construction and flight performance to meet the requirements of their chosen challenge.
The competition is judged by a panel of professional engineers and is supported by the Royal Aeronautical Society, BAE Systems, Rolls-Royce, RAF Engineering and the Royal Air Force Model Aircraft Association. For 2027, the challenge includes Cube Lift, Distance, Quantity and Weight categories.
Teams enter by completing the online entry form for their chosen challenge. The flying and presentation stages take place at the British Model Flying Association National Centre near Grantham, with optional arrival for set-up and practice by prior arrangement the day before.
1 April 2027
Entries close on 1 April 2027. The number of entries is limited, so enter your team early.
9 June 2027 – 10 June 2027
Flying and presentation
Location
- Open to all students in full-time education, including home education and accredited apprenticeships.
- Teams must be based in the UK or Europe.
- Check the specific entry criteria for your chosen challenge.
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