From the Copilot’s Seat By Randy Cameron, AMA Executive Vice President | flyrc@modelaircraft.org I attended the Toledo Swap Meet & Expo, and one of the AMA tables included a representative from Grouper. I was somewhat amazed by the number of members who had no idea what Grouper is about. With […]
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SIGN 3 FLY FREE!
DID YOU KNOW that you can receive a one-year AMA membership credit when you recruit three new AMA members? This is a great way to gain more flying friends and extend your membership. You can even earn more than one free year! To qualify, the new members must provide your […]
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Pat Hartness Honored by AMA at Joe Nall
Triple Tree Aerodrome founder Pat Hartness was presented the AMA Fellowship Award at Joe Nall 2024. Tim Jesky, former District VII Vice President, is shown presenting the award on behalf of the AMA Executive Council. Hartness’s work to incorporate this event into Triple Tree’s aviation legacy is known by many. […]
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June Is National Safety Month
Safety has been part of AMA since the organization’s founding in 1936. AMA’s Safety Programming remains at the forefront for model aviation activities of all types, from Free Flight to drones. In 1996, the National Safety Council, a public service organization and fellow nonprofit, established June as National Safety Month. […]
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RC Eagles Keep Passions and (Most) Model Planes Aloft
By Spencer MorganFounder and Chief Community Officer at Grouper, Linkedin On a recent Wednesday afternoon at Suhaka Field, Loren Anderson craned his neck skyward as the vintage biplane he had built from scratch – including cutting its balsa wood parts – soared through a clear blue Colorado sky. His friend […]
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The Multiplex Fun Cub Story
The following was submitted by David Ronningen: It was a combination of trust on behalf of an Arizona resident and a huge coincidence that enabled a determined seller and a willing Colorado buyer to close a long-distance sale. Terry Hauger, an Oro Valley, Arizona, resident was put in contact with […]
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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 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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How to Get a Custom AMA Number
Treat yourself to the gift of a creative and unique call sign on your membership card. For only $50, you can customize your current AMA number into a unique nickname. To update your membership, visit: www.modelaircraft.org/callsign.
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AMA Member Benefit Spotlight: Safety Guidelines
Safety: It’s part of AMA’s DNA. The model aviation community has always looked to the AMA to create safety practices. Starting in 1936, AMA was focused on keeping our model aviation competition community safe. As time passed, new activities and models came into existence. With these new models came the […]
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