Cork model aeroplane club flying high

Cork Model Aero Club chairperson Edward Lowe admits it is becoming more difficult to attract younger members, 'but there is also a sense of nostalgia about doing what you did with your dad as a child in adulthood'.

(Front left to right) Dave Duff and Edward Lowe (rear left to right) Robert Allen, Matt Quin, Club President, Les Gosnell, Barry Leach, Alex Hamilton and Ian Anderton at the Cork Model Aero Club site at Brinny, Co Cork. Picture: Larry Cummins

At almost 90 years old, Matt Quin has taken his love for model aeroplanes to new heights with a passion that began shortly after his beloved wife’s death.

The flying enthusiast is among the regulars at Cork Model Aero Club who are actively fighting to keep the sport alive amid dwindling membership.