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Aeromodeling competitions have been a part of AMA since its inception in 1936.  AMA staff, along with a host of volunteers, provides many services to help support and foster competitions in the US and beyond.  AMA has a current opening for someone with a passion for aeromodeling competitions. This role […]

ON MARCH 8, 2023, AMA announced that it had finalized a process with the FAA that now allows for higher-altitude operations at our sanctioned events in uncontrolled (Class G) airspace. This new uncontrolled airspace waiver process is really step two of a multistep process. When Congress passed the FAA Reauthorization […]

The 2023 Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo will take place March 28-April 2, 2023, in Lakeland, Florida. AMA has partnered with Sun ’n Fun to offer discounted tickets to AMA members.   This discount provides AMA members $5 off a daily ticket purchase and $30 off a weekly ticket purchase. To […]

With roots in both world wars, Veterans Day has evolved into a “celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good,” according to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. We salute all of our veterans, members who have […]

“Where’s my magazine?” That’s probably one of our most frequently asked questions at AMA HQ. For those with more than one address, please read on!   Seasonal residents: Unless you enroll in the United States Post Service’s (USPS) Premium Forwarding Service or temporarily change your address for up to 6 months, […]

Five AMA members were selected for the Carl & Beth Goldberg Vital People Award at the October 15, 2022, Executive Council meeting in Muncie, Indiana. Pending notification of the recipients, they will be recognized in a future issue of AMA This Week.   This prestigious award, created and named for one of […]

AMA’s celebration of model aircraft building doesn’t have to end October 31. Purchase plans for your next project by that date and get 20% off, so you are all set for your winter build project.   If you are looking to aviation history for inspiration, look no further than AMA member, […]

AMA Plans Service currently has more than 18,000 plans in its collection. In celebration of AMA Build Month, AMA Plans Service is offering a 20% discount for AMA members on all plans. The sale began September 15 and ends October 31, 2022. Start planning that winter build project today! For […]