By Jackie Shalberg,National Model Aviation Museum Archivist and Historian | jackies@modelaircraft.org A NEW COLLECTION received in June 2025 contains photographs of model aircraft and aeromodeling events, newspaper clippings from the Massachusetts and New Hampshire areas, and an event program. Because we do not know the name of the person who […]
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Changes for the 2026 Membership Year
During its October 25, 2025, meeting, the Executive Council approved a modest dues adjustment and a small service charge, which will be effective January 1, 2026: • $4.00 increase for Adult, Senior, Park Pilot, Three Month Trial, and Affiliate memberships • $5.00 increase for Youth memberships • $3.00 service charge for credit […]
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Zap Glue Series Conclusion
Sponsored Content As we wrap up our Zap Glue Series, one thing is clear — whether you’re building, repairing, crafting, or perfecting your next model, Zap has you covered from start to finish. From the instant hold of ZAP CA glues to the durable bond of Z-Poxy epoxies and the […]
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AMA Attends 2025 NRHSA Table-Top Expo
More than 210 vendors, including AMA, attended the 2025 National Retail Hobby Stores Association (NRHSA) Table-Top Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, from September 28 to October 1. The NRHSA Table-Top Expo is produced in partnership with Hobby Merchandiser magazine and held at The Orleans Hotel and Casino. AMA is a Gold Partner […]
Continue readingZap Glue – Thread Locker
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Get Ready for AMA Build Month!
Tomorrow kicks off AMA Build Month—a celebration of the passion and craftsmanship members have for building model aircraft. Do you have a build story you would like to share? Send a brief write-up and a photo of the model to rkurek@modelaircraft.org and we will consider publishing it in a future […]
Continue readingZap Glue – Canopy Glue
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Continue readingZap Glue – Plastic Model Cement
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2026 AMA Nats Logo Revealed
Below is our new logo for the 2026 AMA Nats! This logo represents the legacy behind celebrating the event’s 100th running of the event. Perhaps this will inspire members to attend the historic event at the AMA International Aeromodeling Center (IAC) in Muncie, Indiana. Dates and registration information can be […]
Continue readingZap Glue Debonder—We’ve all done it!
Sponsored Content Mistakes happen, including glued fingers, while working on models. Zap Glue Debonder is specially formulated to soften and remove cured CA adhesives, giving you the power to fix misaligned parts, clean up excess glue, and, yes, even release bonded skin safely. Whether you’re correcting a build, cleaning […]
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