Michael Gokhman and Emery Mersich try to will their remote-controlled plane away from a collision with the wall. SCOTT FRIEDMAN The Metuchen Indoor Model Flying Club spread its proverbial wings during an end-of-season flying event at Edgar Middle School. The recent event was a chance for this year’s 21 students […]
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Congratulations and great job Gateway RC Club, Inc
On Saturday, 7 Dec 2013, Gateway R/C Club, Inc (AMA#206) held our 10th annual “Toys for Tots” fly In to benefit the USMCR’s efforts to provide toys for the less fortunate children in our area of Florida. This year we raised/donated the following: 49 bicycles, $800.00 in checks/cash, 3 each 3’x3’x4’ […]
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Register today for National Model Aviation Day to be included in Model Aviation magazine
The Academy would like to thank the 107 clubs that have already registered for National Model Aviation Day, scheduled for August 17, 2013. Clubs must register by the end of the day today to be included in the National Model Aviation ad that will be part of the August edition […]
Continue readingNumber of Clubs Registered for National Model Aviation Day Continues to Grow
The number of clubs signed-up to participate in the inaugural National Model Aviation Day continues to grow. Thank you to all of our registered clubs. We encourage you to continue checking the Club Resources page as we will be adding information to provide you with more ideas to make your […]
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National Model Aviation Day Update
We are excited to announce that 53 clubs have signed-up to participate in National Model Aviation Day on August 17, 2013. Each of these clubs has been given access to a special club resources page, which has information and documents to help make each event a great success. *Registered clubs, […]
Continue readingNew Club Recognition and Reward Application Posted Online
A new application has recently been added to www.modelaircraft.org with information about new rules and procedures for earning a Club Recognition and Reward grant. This program was established because the Academy wants to encourage clubs across the country to take part in events and serve the community in ways that […]
Continue readingTri County R/C Flyers featured on local news
Two members of the Tri County R/C Flyers were recently featured on their local news, WTOC Channel 11. The two enthusiasts shared information about model aeronautics, their club, and about the AMA. The club will now receive $300 for their efforts after applying for the Club Recognition and Reward program. […]
Continue readingHigh-fliers to hold fundraiser for Wounded Warrior Project
Posted by the Charleston Gazette, September 27, 2012 by Megan Workman On Oct. 6, the Flying Hillbillies Flying RC Club will hold a fundraiser at the airfield to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Spencer, president of the club, and about 40 other members of the radio-controlled model airplane club in […]
Continue readingRemote control aviation brings flying down to earth
Posted by examiner.com September 27, 2012 By: Peter Miller Have you ever wanted to experience the thrill of flying airplanes without leaving the ground? If so, radio controlled (r/c) flying might be just the pastime for you. The hobby has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years, and there […]
Continue reading2012 Air Expo
Posted September 22, 2012 By Jolene Craig, Parkersburg News and Sentinel It’s almost show time for the 2012 Air Expo to be held Sunday, October 14. The event, held at the Wood County Airport in Parkersburg, West Virginia is open to the public and is free. Preferred seating areas are […]
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