Did you know it only takes five members to form an AMA club? Clubs offer many advantages, especially if you like to fly with friends. Flying at a designated FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) club field does not require Remote ID. It creates an opportunity to share knowledge with fellow members […]
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Model Aviation Magazine Celebrates 50 Years!
AMA’s flagship magazine, Model Aviation, is celebrating the 50th year of publication in its current form. The first issue to be published was the July 1975 magazine. Since then, it has remained a monthly publication and a primary benefit of membership. With technological advances in publishing and printing, coupled with […]
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2025 FAI F5J World Championships for electric powered thermal duration gliders
The 2025 Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) F5J World Championships for electric powered thermal duration gliders is underway in Cordoba, Argentina, with Team USA among the 18 countries competing. Hosted by Argentina, there are 12 junior and 60 senior pilots competing in this high stakes competition that runs through Saturday. According […]
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Casa Grande RC Flyers Holds Annual Air Show
The Casa Grande RC Flyers, and Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) award-winning club and airfield, will hold its 11th annual air show on Saturday March 8, 2025, at their airfield located at 2725 S. Isom Road in Casa Grande. This year’s air show will benefit the Hospice Charitable Fund of […]
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Club Corner: AMA Grant Supports Media Coverage
Did you know that your club could receive money if it entices the local media to cover an event? The Club Recognition and Reward Grant can help grow your club and build community relations. Here are two recent videos and one newspaper article that you can use as examples of […]
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Protecting Your Freedom to Fly
Protecting your freedom to fly model aircraft is the foundation of our government advocacy efforts. We work with legislators at the local, state, and federal levels and engage with the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Communications Commission, Environmental Protection Agency, and Department of Homeland Security so your voice […]
Continue readingClub Corner: Chartered Club Renewal Season Underway
Have you renewed your club online or returned the renewal documents to AMA Headquarters? If you answered yes, thank you! If you just realized you have been procrastinating, it’s not too late! Renewing your club charter with AMA is now easier and faster than ever! Complete the process online at […]
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2024 AMA Model Aviation Hall of Fame Inductees Expanded
By Katie Perry | katiep@modelaircraft.org THE AMA MODEL AVIATION Hall of Fame has recognized AMA members for their outstanding contributions to the hobby of model aviation since 1969. Members are nominated by their family and friends for this prestigious award. AMA evaluates these nominees on their developmental and administrative accomplishments, […]
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AMA Launches Club Toolkit as Part of Growth Initiative
At the request of AMA President Rich Hanson, District III Associate Vice President Mark Feist is leading a membership growth initiative. Working closely with the AMA executive director and members of the AMA Executive Council, an AMA Growth and Retention Plan and team have been created. The team is developing several […]
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Stay Informed with AMA: Introducing SMS Notifications for Members
In our ongoing effort to keep you informed and connected, the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is excited to announce the implementation of Short Message Service notifications. This new feature provides members with timely updates about critical information, upcoming events, and important reminders delivered directly to your mobile phone. What […]
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