Many of you have questions about AMA’s future and what it could mean for our flying sites, clubs, and model aviation communities. These are important issues, and the decisions ahead will have a lasting impact on our organization and the hobby we serve. For decades, AMA has worked to protect, […]
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Leader Club of the Quarter: FlightMasters Model Airplane Club
By Katie Perry — Katiep@modelaircraft.org Congratulations to the FlightMasters Model Airplane Club in Barling, Arkansas, our Leader Club of the quarter! The FlightMasters club has been a Gold Level Leader Club since 2010. This active AMA club is known for its commitment to promoting model aviation, maintaining a welcoming flying […]
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Membership 360 – Webinar Series
By Mark Feist, Leader Member and DIII AVP The Membership 360 plan takes a comprehensive approach to membership retention and growth by bringing together AMA staff, districts, Leader Members, club officers, and members to strengthen our hobby. As an AMA member, you play an important role in helping clubs grow, […]
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Leader Member Highlight: Bob Belluomini
By Bob Belluomini I was first introduced to model aviation when a new family moved in across the street at the age of 10. I was intrigued by the Free Flight (FF) and Control Line (CL) models hanging from the ceiling of the detached garage. My first model was a […]
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Air sports communities world wide prepare to celebrate the first International Day of Air Sports
Lausanne, Switzerland, 1 October 2026 – Air sports communities around the world are preparing to celebrate the first International Day of Air Sports on 14 October, with activities taking place throughout the month. The celebration invites clubs, organizations, athletes and enthusiasts to share their passion for air sports and give […]
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Take Charge of Your Club’s Finances
Money Matters By Marc Guerra, AMA Chief Financial Officer | amacfo@modelaircraft.org This month, I will cover some important financial controls and oversights that your club officers should consider. Hopefully your club has a checking and savings account established at a local bank. A trusted custodian, such as a club treasurer […]
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Rising Stars In Free Flight
By Holly Silvers, Associate Editor | hollys@modelaircraft.org As seen in the August 2026 issue of Model Aviation. A PILOT IS never too young (or old!) to make history. AMA Youth members and California siblings Aurelius and Kiana Lin, who are also proud members of the National Youth Aviation Academy (NYAA), […]
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AMA Partner Spotlight: Farmers Insurance
AMA IS EXCITED to announce a new, special program for members! Through a recent arrangement between AMA and Farmers Insurance, members now have access to special offerings and group discounts that are not available to the general public. Farmers Insurance also provides: AMA works to provide members access to offerings […]
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The Spirit That Lifts Us
President’s Perspective By Greg Stone, AMA President | amapresident@modelaircraft.org As seen in the August 2026 issue of Model Aviation. EVERY TIME I visit an AMA flying site, I’m reminded of something powerful. Our hobby doesn’t run on fuel, batteries, or even lift: It runs on people and the spirit of […]
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2026 FAI F4 Scale Model World Championships – Final Report
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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