Model aviation can be celebrated all month long, and we invite AMA clubs, contest directors, and event managers to take part whenever it works best for them throughout August.. We encourage you to recognize August as Model Aviation Month, a time to highlight and promote the value of model aviation […]
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Plasti-Zap: The Bond That Brings Plastic Projects to Life
Sponsored Content If you work with plastics, you know the challenge: not all adhesives are created equally. Plasti-Zap, the go-to solution from Zap Glue that hobbyists and model builders swear by. Specifically formulated for hard-to-bond plastics such as styrene, acrylic, ABS, and polycarbonate, Plasti-Zap creates strong, lasting bonds in seconds—without […]
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What Exactly is the Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI)?
By Greg PrincipatoPresident, Federation Aeronautique Internationale When I began my job at the National Aeronautic Association (NAA) in 2016 I quickly found out that it included membership on the Academy of Model Aeronautics Executive Council. AMA has a good reputation in Washington, so I knew a bit about the organization. […]
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US Teams Fly to Victory in World Championships
AMA congratulates the US teams that excelled in two just-completed Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) world championships. In FAI F3D/F3E World Championships for Pylon Racing Model Aircraft, held in Rothenburg, Germany, July 22-26, Team USA finished first. Individually, Randy Bridge finished second. In the FAI F3E Team event for RC Electric […]
Continue readingZap Glue Zap-O Extra
Sponsored Content Build Bigger, Bolder Foam Projects with Zap-O XTRA Foam Safe CA When you need extra strength for your foam builds, reach for Zap-O XTRA Foam Safe CA. Specially designed for foam, Zap-O XTRA gives you a stronger, flexible bond without melting or damaging delicate foam surfaces, making it […]
Continue readingFoam Building Without the Fear: Zap-O Foam Safe CA
Sponsored Content If you love building and repairing foam models, you need an adhesive that’s tough on bonds but gentle on your foam. Zap-O Foam Safe CA is specially formulated for foam, so you get secure, fast-setting bonds without melting or damaging delicate foam structures. It’s perfect for EPP, EPO, […]
Continue readingSpeed Up Your Builds With Zap Zip Kicker!
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AMA Air // On Location at the 2025 Nats!
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray are joined by Terry Dunn on location at the 2025 National Aeromodeling Championships (Nats) to discuss this year’s competition, preview EAA’s AirVenture held in Oshkosh, Wisconsin later this month, announce an exciting giveaway in partnership with Zap Glue, and […]
Continue readingWhy Zap Gel CA Glue Should Be in Every Model Builder’s Toolbox
Sponsored Content When you’re working on your model airplane, RC car, or intricate scale model, you know one thing is true: precision matters. But so does strength. That’s where Zap Gel CA Glue comes in, providing the holding power you trust from Zap while giving you the control you need […]
Continue readingSlow‑Zap CA for Model Airplane Builders
Sponsored Content Building a beautifully smooth, durable RC model airplane requires glue that works with you—not against you. Slow‑Zap CA (Thick – Yellow) by Zap: the precision super‑thick cyanoacrylate designed specifically for model airplane assembly. Here’s why Slow‑Zap is a must-have in your modelers’ toolbox: This high‑viscosity, gap‑filling formula for […]
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