AMA Statement on FAA Extension

MUNCIE, Ind. – Chad Budreau, Public Relations & Government Affairs Director for the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), today issued the following statement on the passage of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) authorization extension by the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives:

“The FAA extension sent to the president today provides vital continuity for the aviation community, including those who fly model aircraft with a community-based organization like AMA. We look forward to working with Congress on a much-needed, long-term reauthorization bill that strengthens the Special Rule for Model Aircraft and affirms the role community-based organizations have had over 82 years in fostering innovation, leading education and managing hobbyists.”

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The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), founded in 1936, serves as the nation’s collective voice for approximately 200,000 modelers in 2,400 clubs in the United States and Puerto Rico. Headquartered in Muncie, Indiana, AMA is a membership organization representing those who fly model aircraft for recreational and educational purposes. For more information, visit www.modelaircraft.org.