Calling all modelers: North Carolina State University is seeking assistance from modelers throughout the country to take a National Science Foundation sponsored survey that will investigate the characteristics and educational experiences of people who are active in science hobbies. More and more people are engaging in science hobbies; schools and […]
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Indianapolis RC South will host its 28th Annual Fly-In for Diabetes
Indianapolis RC South will host its 28th Annual Fly-In for Diabetes on Saturday, September 14th, from 10am-5pm. All proceeds from this event will go to the American Diabetes Association. This event is open to the public and admission is free. There will be candy drops for the kids and concessions […]
Continue reading★Veterans Reunion★ Fly-In Drive-In Ride-In September 14th, 2013
Veterans Reunion is a FREE event bringing a diverse family of patriots, aviators, history buffs, and Veterans together to remember and celebrate Aviation/Military history. We will be remembering the lives of those lost through war and will be honoring the men and women who serve our great nation. Expect a truly terrific experience where […]
Continue readingIRCHA 2013 International Radio Controlled Helicopter Association event panoramic!
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Continue readingBid to support Snowball Express
Join Empire hobby, IRCHA, and the AMA as we support the Snowball Express organization by participating in an upcoming auction during IRCHA 2013. Snowball Express was established in early 2006 with a simple idea: Provide hope and new memories to the children of military fallen heroes who have died while […]
Continue readingLocal area excited to welcome Nats competitors
Original Post by the Star Press Story: Aeromodeling Championships events planned through July MUNCIE — It’s time to show off a little bit out at the Academy of Model Aeronautics, 5161 E. Memorial Drive.. The means of doing so? The Nats. What are the Nats? They are the outdoor portion of […]
Continue readingNY Times article: Flying, With Both Feet on the Ground
Original Post: NY Times Story: Flying, With Both Feet on the Ground, By Mark Vanhoenacker Mr. Dickey, manager of Pilotage Fun and Hobby, recently shared information about the thrills of flying, without leaving the ground. The business is doing well, even with the younger generation. “Children raised on flat screens […]
Continue readingUS team captures Gold in 2013 International Rocketry Challenge
Raytheon-sponsored team from Georgetown, Texas, wins first place in student rocketry challenge at the International Paris Air Show READ FULL STORY>
Continue readingEAA has to pay FAA $447,000 for air traffic controllers for AirVenture
By Meg Jones of the Journal Sentinel The EAA AirVenture on Thursday completed a one-time agreement with the FAA over disputed charges for air traffic control services at the Oshkosh organization’s large aviation convention that starts in July. Last month the Federal Aviation Administration told EAA AirVenture officials the cost for air traffic […]
Continue readingElectric and Park Flyers – we need your help!
AMA is conducting a new opinion survey to assess the needs of the electric flying community – including park flyers and our Park Pilot members. We have sent survey invitations to randomly selected members of our AMA community as well as non-members who have a known interest in electric model […]
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