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A recent enquiry from an MFNZ member highlighted that our document library did not include any 6A new kid on the blockPeter Randersoninformation on how to go about instructing someone to fly an RC aircraft. It also highlighted a long held concern most MFNZ instructor%u2019s have simply been appointed. Mostly those appointments have been based on flying ability rather than any assessment of the individuals teaching ability.In an effort to redress this situation we looked across the Tasman to our mates in the MAAA and discovered that they have beaten us once again by having an excellent document in the form of an Instructor%u2019s Handbook. In an effort to avoid re-inventing the wheel, we contacted them and asked is we could unashamedly plagiarise their handiwork.With their agreement we have created our own version with the fairly obvious title of %u2018MFNZ Instructor%u2019 Handbook%u2019. By the time you read this, the Handbook will be available on our website at this link:.............................. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S_W7kmaN3s-liPlWXEDpYW07_1UqMg4-/view?usp=sharingThe handbook will eventually consist of four parts. Part One is all about the Instructor and things to consider when teaching someone new to the hobby. Part Two provides a series of structured lessons (ground and airborne) that should help take a novice through to successful attainment of a Wings Badge for Basic Power. Part Three (yet to be written) will provide a similar lesson sequence for aspiring helicopter operators. Part Four (also yet to be written) will do the same for aspiring Glider Guiders.Use of this document is not compulsory. Rather, it should be regarded as a useful guide to ensuring that an aspiring RCpilot receives all the information and training necessary to successfully and safely attain Wings standard. It should be of equal use to both Instructor%u2019s and trainees.We are treating this as a living document and welcome any commentary on ways that it may be improved.It's Nomination Season for the major MFNZ awards. Nominations are open for three awards. Think about the folks you fly with and if they need some recognition for their achievements.MFNZ Hall of FameThe New Zealand Aeromodelling Hall of Fame comprises of a very select group of people who have made an exceptional contribution or meritorious service to Aeromodelling over a prolonged period of time. The underlying philosophy is to recognise long term significant contribution to Aeromodelling in New Zealand.Any MFNZ member may nominate any present or past (living or deceased) member for Induction. A resume of the nominee%u2019s attributes and reasons for their nomination is to be provided. Nominations may cover any Aeromodelling discipline and should be based on the individual%u2019s accumulated contribution over a number of years to model aviation as a competitor, designer, experimenter, leader, organiser, contest director, writer, publisher, manufacturer or other related categories.Nomination forms are to be received by the MFNZ secretary by 31st OctoberMacdonald Memorial AwardThe award is bestowed on a person for the most outstanding contribution in any sphere to New Zealand Model Aeronautics.There is no limit to the number of applications that can be submitted. All applicants must have made an outstanding contribution toward Model Aeronautics in New Zealand. Advancements or outstanding achievements in any sphere of model aeronautics can be considered for example: %u2013 records (World or NZ), International wins, administrative work, technical and design developments, and furthering aeromodelling in New Zealand.A nomination form for each person nominated will need to be completed and sent to the Trust Secretary mm-award@mfnz.org by 31st October. The form can be downloaded from the MFNZwebsite https://www.mfnz.org/members-pilots/awards/macdonaldmemorial-award/Rees Jones AwardThis award was donated to honour the memory of one of MFNZgreat model builders Ree Jones. Do you think there is someone in your club whose passion for the hobby hasinspired them to create something extra special? Now there is an opportunity to have their achievements recognised at a national level.This award is open to all types of aeromodelling, not just the super scale model or highly technical achievement. It could be for a successful sport model with a home-made engine, a drone racer flying their own outstanding gear or someone building in innovative ways pioneering new techniques or materials, etc.Nominations for the Trophy for this year are now open, so start thinking about a worthy recipient you know. Put together as much information as you can, detailing what they have achieved / built over the years that is unique and noteworthy.Please send nominations to the MFNZ Secretary by 31 October