From the AMA Membership Guide. Protecting your freedom to fly model aircraft is the foundation of our government advocacy efforts. We work with legislators at the local, state, and federal levels and engage with the Federal Aviation Administration, Department of Transportation, Federal Communications Commission, Environmental Protection Agency, and Department of […]
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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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AMA Chartered Clubs Serve as Community Connectors
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) Chartered Club program started in the mid-1960s to create safe locations, flying fields, to help establish places to gather to enjoy the wonderful world of model aviation. The AMA Chartered Club program today charters more than 2,000 clubs in the US. The club flying […]
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We want to hear from you!
For more than 85 years, the Academy of Model Aeronautics has been proud to be part of this great hobby. But one thing is certain: we wouldn’t be here without you. This is your organization, and we want to make certain that future generations of model aviation enthusiasts continue to […]
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Academy of Model Aeronautics recognizes Powell, Jackson County solid waste director
Jackson County solid waste director Ronda Powell was awarded a certificate of appreciation from the Academy of Model Aeronautics for her on-going support of aero modeling. Members of the local AMA utilize the Jackson County Landfill on Seaman Road, which is managed by Powell, to promote development of model aviation […]
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AMA featured on IPR’s Community Connections program
Community Connection: Academy of Model Aeronautics, Episode 1 – Dave Mathewson, executive director, and Rich Hanson, director of public relations and government affairs. LISTEN NOW >
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Central Saanich model air show raises $24,000
By Steven Heywood – Peninsula News Review Victoria’s Largest Little Airshow raised more than $24,000 in two days. Organizer Mike Scholefield says the turnout of fans to the Victoria Radio Control Modelers Society (VRCMS) event Aug. 10 and 11 was excellent, enabling the group to split the cash, giving just more […]
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Kids Night Out At Applebees and the AMA
AMA hosted a flying demo event at the Muncie Indiana Applebee’s June 14, 2012 from 5-7 pm: Kids Night Out At Applebee’s; Dan Landis was doing a flying demonstration in the parking lot and Matt Chapman held meet and greet and signed autographs. AMA will also had the flight simulator […]
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