During its meeting on October 25, 2025, the Executive Council approved a modest adjustment to the processing fees for Large Model Airplane/Helicopter permits and turbine waiver applications. We understand that any increase in cost is unwelcome, and the decision was made only after extensive discussion and careful consideration. Inflation and […]
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AMA Air // Discussing the FCC Foreign UAS Ban
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray are joined by AMA Executive Director Tyler Dobbs and AMA President Greg Stone to discuss the recent FCC Foreign UAS ban, announce the newest inductees into the AMA Hall of Fame, provide key dates for several upcoming deadlines, and much […]
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2026 Chartered Club Renewal Season Underway
Have you renewed your club online or returned the renewal documents to AMA Headquarters? If you answered yes, thank you! If you just realized you have been procrastinating, it’s not too late! Renewing your club charter with AMA is now easier and faster than ever! Complete the process online at […]
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AMA Members Enjoy Their First Flights of 2026
Read on to hear about these members first flight of the new year! Desert Eagles Model Airplane Flying Club Our Club, the Desert Eagles Model Airplane Flying Club (DEMAFC), in South East Idaho conducts an annual Freeze Fly. We all gather at a local park, Community Park, and fly some […]
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A Message From Your AMA President
I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year as we enter 2026. As your newly elected AMA President, here is a brief bit about myself. I have been modeling since my childhood, everything from rubber-powered Free Flight to Control Line and all types of RC. All of these are […]
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2025 Carl & Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Recipients
By Katie Perry, Administrative Assistant | katiep@modelaircraft.org Three individuals have been awarded the annual Carl & Beth Goldberg Vital People Award. This award was designed to recognize AMA members who go above and beyond to support model aviation, their clubs, and other modelers. The Carl & Beth Goldberg Vital […]
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How a Technology to Send Rockets Into Space Could Be the Future of Decarbonized Air Transport
Sponsored Content CO2 emissions dangerously impact the equilibrium of our home planet. When the problem becomes significant, everybody wants to help their children to have a brighter future. A team of rocket scientists worked for decades with agencies, such as NASA, as well as space ventures and research laboratories, to […]
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AMA Air // New AMA President Elected
This episode of AMA Air is sponsored by Hitec. On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray reveal the AMA Executive Council election results, announce an exciting new partnership between the AMA Foundation and Pink Ribbon Good, discuss a way you can help solve a mystery at the […]
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Celebrating the 2025 AMA Hall of Fame Inductees
By Katie Perry, AMA Administrative Assistant | katiep@modelaircraft.org The AMA Model Aviation Hall of Fame (HOF) has recognized AMA members for their outstanding contributions to the hobby of model aviation since 1969. Members are nominated by their family and friends for this prestigious award. AMA evaluates these nominees on their […]
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Start Planning Now for Dayton Modelrama
What has become one of the largest swap meets in the country, Dayton Modelrama, will take place March 20-21 at the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Dayton, Ohio. The event is hosted by the Dayton Wingmasters. “This expo is housed in two buildings and features 42,000 square feet containing all things […]
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