By Pete Bauer While the World Championships are very competitive, there is also the opportunity to reach out and make new friends from around the world. Two years ago, at the F4 Scale Model World Championships in Romania, Mika Jylha was the only competitor from Finland and needed a caller. […]
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Rutan, Kreigh Visit AMA’s International Aeromodeling Center
Aviation and aerospace icon Burt Rutan, and fellow aerospace engineer Dan Kreigh, helped AMA celebrate the 100th running of the Nats, sponsored by Du-bro, by visiting the International Aeromodeling Center (IAC) July 8-10. Their visit was highlighted with a dinner and special presentation, “From Model Airplanes to Space,” on July […]
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Burt Rutan Presented with AMA Fellowship Award
Aviation and aerospace pioneer Burt Rutan was presented with the AMA Fellowship award July 9, 2026, in Muncie, Indiana. He was given the award following a presentation outlining how his illustrious career began with model aviation. The Fellowship award is AMA’s highest level of recognition to those individuals who have […]
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Updated 7-15: Excitement is building at the 2026 FAI F4 World Championships for Scale Model Aircraft
By Pete Bauer Updated 7-15-2026 It has been a rough start for Team USA (and most of the other teams). This photo indicates the primary issue. There have been a lot of mechanical and weather challenges, mostly engine troubles and the wind. Many of our planes have gotten pranged either […]
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FAI F4 World Championships for Scale Model Aircraft Starts July 9
Lausanne, Switzerland, 1 July 2026 – The 2026 FAI F4 World Championships for Scale Model Aircraft runs from 9-18 July in Buckminster, Great Britain with a record competitor turnout. Hosted by the British Model Flying Association (BMFA) at their headquarters, the National Centre for Aeromodelling, organisers will welcome 23 competing […]
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Why AMA Membership Is Worth It: Real Stories from Members
1. A Community That Keeps You Engaged “Meeting with other fliers and belonging to local clubs.”— Dale, Adult Senior, FL One of the most common themes is community. AMA membership connects you with local clubs where you can: For many, this turns flying from a solo hobby into something much […]
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RC Flying Fields Near Me: What to Expect at AMA Flying Sites
If you’ve searched “RC flying fields near me,” you’re likely ready to take the next step. In AMA terms, these are called flying sites—and they’re where the real experience begins. But one question usually comes next: What’s it actually like when you show up? Here’s the reality, based on real […]
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US Drone Soccer Nationals Launches Team USA for World Competition
The 2026 U.S. Drone Soccer National Championship, also known as the “Battle At The Beach,” took place May 18-19, 2026, at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. ce May 18-19, 2026, at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. The Cabrillo Flying Jags took first place and reclaimed the […]
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AMA Member Killed in B-52 Crash
AMA wishes to express its deepest sympathy to the family of Jeromy Smith, of Rosamond, California, following an aviation accident on June 15 at Edwards Air Force Base in California. Jeromy, age 32, was one of eight crew members onboard a B-52 Stratofortress that crashed shortly after takeoff. There were […]
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Aerospace Innovators Burt Rutan and Dan Kreigh to Visit AMA During Nats
Burt Rutan, the designer behind many aviation and aerospace groundbreaking projects, such as Voyager and SpaceShipOne, and AMA Life Member Dan Kreigh, structural aerospace engineer for Scaled Composites LLC, will visit the AMA International Aeromodeling Center July 8-9 during the 100th running of the National Aeromodeling Championships (Nats) in Muncie, […]
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