AMA Social Media Manager Lee Ray was on the scene at Jets Over DeLand earlier this month. More than 60 pilots were registered flying a variety of turbine and electric ducted-fan model aircraft. The weather was great for the three-day event and visitors coming to watch the air show were treated to […]
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AMA Air // Live from Jets Over Deland
Exciting Highlights from AMA Air – Jets, Youth Programs, and World Championships The latest episode of AMA Air, broadcasted live from DeLand, Florida, was a celebration of the diversity and excitement within the model aviation community. From breathtaking jet displays to youth engagement initiatives and international competitions, this episode showcased […]
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HeliStorm 2025 Fills Scholarship Fund in One Month
The largest scale RC helicopter event in North America looks to expand awareness in model and full scale aviation The following news release was provided by AMA member Michael Kranitz, founder of HeliStorm 2025. Littleton, CO — HeliStorm 2025, a 501(c)(3) based in the Denver metro area, is pleased to […]
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October 2024 AMA Sanctioned Event Calendar Supplemental Event Listings
The October 2024 issue of Model Aviation delivery will be delayed by two weeks in both print and digital formats. We want to make sure that members have the last-minute opportunity to view some of the supplemental “Sanctioned Event Calendar” club event listings that will take place in October. Don’t […]
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2024 AMA National Fun Fly
The 2024 AMA National Fun Fly (NFF), presented by Du-Bro, was held June 28-30, 2024 at the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. This was the largest turnout so far for the annual event, even with a few hours of rainy weather. This year’s event was dedicated to recently passed […]
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63rd GCRCC Flying Circus
It was another successful year for the Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club’s RC Flying Circus at Butler County Regional Airport. There were around 45 pilots, 40 volunteers, over 150 aircraft, and a huge crowd enjoying the airshow and candy drop. Below are photos and a video provided by AMA member […]
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MultiGP International Open Concludes
The International Aeromodeling Center (IAC) in Muncie, Indiana, hosted one of the largest drone racing events in the world last week. MulitGP International Open final scores and much of the that was action captured in livestream video can be viewed here.
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AMA Participates in Horizon Hobby RC Fest
The AMA Model Aviation Experience, powered by Wing, was on hand during Horizon Hobby’s RC Fest, June 7-8, in Monticello, Illinois. Kids of all ages had the opportunity to try a wide range of RC products. Hundreds passed through the AMA Model Aviation Experience trailer to try flying on RC […]
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Introducing Model Aviation at Purdue Aviation Day
Several AMA staff members were on-hand to introduce the attendees of Purdue Aviation Day to model aviation! One of the ways to get people started with model aviation is to provide some time on the sticks with an RC flight simulator. Our newly refurbished experience includes five flight simulator stations […]
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Solar Eclipse Draws a Crowd at AMA’s IAC
More than 1,000 spectators descended on the AMA International Aeromodeling Center (IAC) on April 8 to witness the Total Solar Eclipse in Muncie, Indiana. The IAC was designated an official viewing location and worked with the city of Muncie to provide an experience like no other in recent memory. Dozens […]
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