By Mark Radcliff, AMA District III Vice PresidentPhotos by author. Invitation to Participate I received a phone call from Paul Stimmel of the Dayton Wingmasters Model Club in Dayton Ohio, inviting me to host an AMA District III booth at the annual Dayton Modelrama, scheduled for March 20-21, 2026. Having […]
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AIAA Design/Build/Fly Competition
AMA clubs continue to support the next generation of engineers and pilots by providing flying space for collegiate teams competing in the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Design/Build/Fly (DBF) competition. This winter, students from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign DBF team gathered at the Champaign County Radio Control […]
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National Records Take Off Early in 2026
By JC ZanklFeatured in the upcoming May 2026 issue of Model Aviation magazine. The season is already making headlines, with two AMA Youth Junior National Records set by rising stars from California. Kiana Lin launched a new Youth Junior National Record in F1Q Electric Power Outdoor FF, posting 19 […]
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The AMA Experience Hits the Road in 2026
With spring comes more opportunities for AMA members to enjoy this great hobby. It’s also the time when the AMA Model Aviation Experience sponsored by Wing hits the road. What is the AMA Model Aviation Experience? It’s more than just a trailer with simulators—it’s an opportunity to share the passion […]
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Support Your Local Hobby Shop
Are you running low on building supplies? A quick stop at your local hobby shop can get you stocked up and back to the building bench in no time. From balsa and adhesives to hardware and tools, your local hobby shop has the essentials to keep your project moving forward. […]
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2026 AMA Member Winter Builds
We asked for your winter build submissions, and you delivered! Check out all the hard work below. Lou Farhood – RV-4 build Scratch build 35% RV-4 from Hostetler plans. Covered with glass cloth and painted with latex paint. Saito FG61-ts for power. Edward Sarkisian – Warbirds/ Pacific Alex Sheppard First […]
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AMA Emails in Your Inbox
Email has become one of the major forms of communication for many organizations, including AMA. With email, we can quickly reach out to almost every member to pass on information and keep you updated and connected to the modeling community. We’ve recently been made aware that an email is going […]
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NATS REWIND Part 3: What’s on That Sticker?
By Holly Silvers | hollys@modelaircraft.org As seen in the April 2026 issue of Model Aviation. The Nats has been around for decades, and one of the easiest ways to see how the event has evolved over time is by looking at its logos. Each one reflects not only the design aesthetics of its era […]
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2026 Southeastern Model Show
The Southeastern Model Show, also known as the Perry Swap Meet, will take place February 27-28, 2026. This longstanding event brings together hobbyists, builders, pilots, collectors, and families who share a passion for model aviation. From hard-to-find parts and classic kits to the camaraderie of connecting with fellow enthusiasts, the […]
Continue readingNATS REWIND Part 2: Who Won The First Nats?
By Holly Silvers | hollys@modelaircraft.orgAs seen in the March 2026 issue of Model Aviation. IN THE EARLY DAYS of model aviation, competitions were regional affairs. Exchange clubs, parks, businesses, and organizations such as the YMCA sponsored many of the events. It wasn’t until 1915 that the Aero Science Club of […]
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