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Attention all AMA Snowbirds!

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October 31, 2022October 19, 2023 Ben Flesher No comments

“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, […]

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Five AMA members were selected for the Carl & Beth Goldberg Vital People Award

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October 24, 2022October 24, 2022 Ben Flesher 3 comments

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 […]

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AMA Wraps Up Build Month With a Spooky Twist! 

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October 24, 2022October 24, 2022 Ben Flesher No comments

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, […]

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Project Sparrow arrives at the Museum

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October 21, 2022October 21, 2022 Mark Benson No comments

On Monday, Oct 19th Jim Dalton and Doug Erhardt delivered a new aircraft to the museum, the Sparrow. Offered by Jim and accepted by the Museum’s Acquisition committee, the aircraft was designed by Raymond Fredette of the Flight Dynamics Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in the early 1970s. The […]

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2023 AMA Nats Schedule Approved

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October 17, 2022October 18, 2022 Ben Flesher No comments

Your organization will celebrate the National Aeromodeling Championships’ 100th anniversary in 2023. Look for more information about this milestone event in the weeks and months ahead. It’s going to be an AMA party, and whether you have participated in the past or have it on your bucket list, all are […]

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It’s AMA Build Month!

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October 3, 2022October 3, 2022 Ben Flesher No comments

If it’s October, that means it’s AMA Build Month, a celebration of building model aircraft that fly. It’s what has inspired so many of our members to not only enjoy the recreational aspects of the hobby but has also led to lifetime learning and careers.  Perhaps AMA Model Aviation Hall […]

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AMA Plans Service: Behind the Scenes

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September 26, 2022September 27, 2022 Ben Flesher 5 comments

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 […]

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Warbirds Rule the Sky in Texas

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September 19, 2022September 19, 2022 Ben Flesher No comments

AMA Social Media Manager Lee Ray was on-site for the 34th Annual B-17 and Big Bird Fly-In at Bomber Field, in Monaville, Texas this past weekend. Throughout the years, this event has drawn thousands of Scale modelers from across the country to commemorate all warbird-related things, including the venerable B-17 […]

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Coming Soon: 2023 Ballots and Renewals!

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September 14, 2022September 14, 2022 Ben Flesher No comments

Voting ballots are on the way for AMA president, District I vice president, District V vice president, and District IX vice president. The ballots include a renewal notice for individuals with memberships expiring through January 31, 2023. Read campaign statements and choose your favorite candidate. Ballots must be postmarked by November 10, […]

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Get a Free Issue of RCM&E Magazine!

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September 12, 2022September 12, 2022 Ben Flesher 2 comments

AMA has partnered with Radio Control Models & Electronics (RCM&E) magazine to offer members a free digital copy of the September issue.  RCM&E has been the U.K.’s best-selling model aviation magazine for more than 60 years. RCM&E has brought its worldwide readership a broad selection of news, views, and kit reviews, alongside […]

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