We’ve received many questions regarding FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) applications and wanted to bring you the latest information. What is a FRIA? An FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) allows our members to fly their radio control model aircraft, as they always have, without the need for Remote ID broadcast equipment. While […]
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2023 Club Charter Renewals
The 2023 club charter renewal information has been mailed to designated club contact officers and the mailing should have been received by now. Your current club charter, and any applicable insurance certificates for property owners, will not expire until March 31, 2023. As you know, you now have the option […]
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Winter Flying
Thanks to those who contributed to our call for New Year’s Day “frozen fingers fun fly” stories. More than three dozen clubs and members submitted stories and photos. 25th annual Frozen Finger Fun Fly at the Beresford (SD) Field. We had ten area pilots attend, fly and eat chili. It […]
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IPP Instructors – growing the hobby one student at a time
They have been called the unsung heroes of the hobby because they help it grow one student at a time. The AMA Introductory Pilot Program (IPP) wouldn’t be possible without the volunteer efforts of a dedicated few who share the passion of the hobby with those new to model aviation, […]
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Why should our local group charter with AMA?
In the mid-1960s, AMA established a program that gave local AMA members the opportunity to join together as a group, enjoy camaraderie, exchange modeling tips and tricks, and secure the use of flying sites. This was structured under the concept of organized groups, which are identified as AMA chartered clubs. […]
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“WAMS” – Western Area Modeling Society
On this episode of “Traveling with Lee”, I take you to Granbury, Texas to visit the new club field for “WAMS” – Western Area Modeling Society (formerly Weatherford Aero Modeling Society).https://www.facebook.com/groups/388811939439626/ The Weatherford club lost their field around 3 years ago. Since then, the club President had been looking for […]
Continue readingAMA Podcast Ep 97: Club Newsletters
Mark Benson, AMA Senior Marketing Director, joins the show to talk about club newsletters and how a good communications plan is essential for a healthy club experience!
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Club of the Month June, 2022
Dare County Radio Control Flyers is a club that promotes radio control model aviation as a sport and recreational activity at the home of the Wright Brothers first flight, the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Recently earned their Silver Leader Status – Introductory Pilot Program, TAG Grant, Flying Site Improvement […]
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Club of the month May 2022: York County Flyers York, South Carolina.
This AMA Gold Leader club was established back in 1987 and is devoted to promoting interest in building, flying, and enjoying model aviation. Their field is an old landfill area leased by the county, with whom, they have a long-standing relationship. Their field includes a 700’x300′ grass runway, 8 shaded […]
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AMA Podcast Ep 92: AMA Contest Directors and Event Managers
This week, AMA Safety and Technical Director Tony Stillman joins the show to explain the roles of contest directors and event managers, as well as how you can become one. Become a Contest Director or Event Manager Learn more about the AMA
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