Many modelers take great pride in seeing something they have built successfully take off and fly then come in for a smooth landing. For one AMA member, one of his creations is expected to do the same—except its maiden flight will take place on Mars.
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National Volunteer Month
Volunteerism runs deep among AMA members. It has been a foundation of our organization’s success in many forms, going back to when it was established in 1936. From organizing events to assuming leadership positions in clubs, Special Interest Groups, contest boards, the AMA Foundation, the Leader Member program, and our Executive Council, volunteers are the backbone […]
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Hall of Fame Class of 2020
The AMA Model Aviation Hall of Fame, established in 1969, honors men and women who have made significant contributions to the sport of aeromodeling. Contributions can be made through volunteer or administrative work, product development, competition performance, or a variety or combination of these activities. In January 2009, the AMA […]
Continue readingAMA Membership Benefits Spotlight: Advocacy
One of the most important benefits of being an AMA member is having peace of mind in knowing that your Government Affairs team is fighting on your behalf to continue enjoying the hobby as we have since 1936. AMA has advocated for the model aircraft community for more than 80 […]
Continue readingAMA and Its Partners Help Shape Law
The National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2021 has become law. This new law is important because it includes an educational provision that allows operations as part of an educational program that is chartered by a community-based organization (CBO), such as AMA, or as an established Junior Reserve Officer’s […]
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AMA member, decorated colonel passes away
AMA was saddened to learn of the November 25 passing of longtime AMA member and decorated World War II Air Force pilot, Col. Robert “Bob” Thacker. Bob, age 102, died in his sleep at his home in California. Born February 21, 1918, he began aeromodeling at age 8 after seeing […]
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AMA members set new world record
Four AMA members have learned that an RC flight they made in 2019 has set a new world record for highest altitude remote-controlled (RC) model aircraft flight. AMA members Paul Kaup, Jake Minker, Eric Gordon, and Nick Ross learned in August that their flight was ratified by Guinness World Records. […]
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