Nominations for AMA vice presidents in Districts II, IV, VI, VIII, and X are due to the Headquarters of the Academy of Model Aeronautics by May 31, 2024. Any AMA Adult member may submit a nomination. To be eligible to discharge the duties of AMA vice president, a nominee must […]
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2024 AMA National Fun-Fly
What are your plans for June 28-30 this year? Consider attending the AMA National Fun-Fly, which will take place on those dates at the International Aeromodeling Center (IAC) in Muncie, Indiana. This annual event, sponsored by Du-Bro, has been revamped and combined with a community day. Registration is now open! […]
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2024 Dayton Modelrama
The following press release was provided by AMA member Paul Stimmel. Press Release 2024 Dayton ModelramaSwap Meet and AuctionManufacturer and Distributor Expowww.daytonmodelrama.comApril 26th & 27thDayton, OH Montgomery County FairgroundsRelease Timeline – Ready Now Over 25 years of steady growth, “Dayton” (formerly known as the Midwest Modelrama) now fills the entire […]
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2024 Nats Registration now open!
Registration is now open, so make your plans to attend now! To register for the 2024 Nats, visit the online Nats registration. The Outdoor Nats takes place July 7 through August 9 this year. To make RV camping reservations at the International Aeromodeling Center (IAC), visit our online camping reservation […]
Continue reading2024 AMA National Fun Fly
By Stephen Haston The 2024 AMA National Fun Fly will be a celebration unlike any other! A combination of a traditional fun-fly and a community day, this free event will uplift the vibrant community of model aviation enthusiasts. The vision for the 2024 AMA National Fun Fly, set for June […]
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Former AMA President Don Lowe Passes
With great sadness, we report the passing of former AMA President Donald (Don) Lowe. He was an AMA Fellow, the 21st president of AMA, and the 21st AMA Life Member. He leaves behind an unparalleled legacy to the hobby, the organization, and aviation in general. He was 98. More information […]
Continue readingAMA Model Aviation Hall of Fame
AMA is excited to announce that the following seven individuals were inducted into the 2023 AMA Model Aviation Hall of Fame class: Tom Cook, Robert “Hoot” Gibson, Frank Kagele, Walter “Walt” Moucha, Jerald “Jerry” Murphy, Mike Welshans, and Joyce Hager. Look for more information about the winners in the February […]
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2024 FAI F1D World Championships for Indoor Model Aircraft
National Free Flight Society (NFFS) President David Lindley provided the following report about the upcoming Indoor Free Flight World Championships: The US F1D team is preparing once again to return to the 2024 F1D World Championships in Slanic, Romania March 23-26, 2024. Since 1961, Team USA has had an incredible […]
Continue readingAMA Club Charter Renewal Season
The Club Services department is gearing up for the club charter renewal season, and we wanted to take a moment to give thanks to all the past, current, and future club officers. We appreciate the time and effort that each of you put forth to allow your fellow club members […]
Continue readingGrants, scholarship deadlines loom for February
Early February marks an important time for key AMA deadlines. Grants: Don’t forget that the 2024 Flying Site Improvement Grant and Take off And Grow Grant will close soon! Clubs are encouraged to apply through the online application before the deadline of 11:59 P.M. EST on Thursday, February 1! Preview […]
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