By Katie Perry, AMA Administrative Assistant | katiep@modelaircraft.org THE GOLDBERG NAME is one that nearly every model airplane enthusiast has heard. Carl Goldberg began his aeromodeling career just as many of you did—in his backyard, with bits and pieces that he worked tirelessly to turn into working models. He went […]
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Jim Richmond Recognized
The National Aeronautic Association (NAA) has named AMA member Jim Richmond as one of the 2023 Distinguished Statesmen of Aviation for his “significant advancements in aviation, earning hundreds of aero sports awards, inspiring youth into aviation-related careers, and serving the US as an aero sports competitor and in the military.” […]
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Ken Myers Inducted into the Model Aviation Hall of Fame
During today’s award ceremony at the Mid America Electric Flies in Northville, MI Ken Myers was informed that he was inducted into the Model Aviation Hall of Fame. Ken’s beautiful plaque was presented to him by AMA District 7 VP Tim Jesky. Ken was completely surprised. Jesky worked with AMA staff member Erin Dobbs as well […]
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