The AMA posted on the AMA website its revised policies for R/C model aircraft operations utilizing First Person View (FPV) systems (AMA document # 550) and Failsafe, Stabilization and Autopilot Systems (AMA document #560) on November 2, 2012. After a two month review by aeromodeling stakeholders, including members of the […]
Continue readingAnticipating domestic boom, colleges rev up drone piloting programs
By Isolde Raftery, NBC News Fly over the mock wreckage of Disaster City with a Texas A&M student drone pilot. Visit NBCNews.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy READ FULL STORY >
Continue readingAMA Hall of Famer Verner Warren Kurth Passes
Verner “Warren” Kurth, member of the AMA Hall of Fame, aeromodeling enthusiast, and friend to the hobby has passed away at the age 79 in Davenport, Iowa. Warren Kurth was born on April 5, 1933, in Bloomington, Illinois. His modeling career began with a sheet-balsa model kit when he […]
Continue readingMESA rcFoam Fighters
The MESA rcFoam Fighters (Math, Engineering, Science, Achievement) is an after school club consisting over 50 sixth to eigth grade students. The program designs, creates, and evaluates STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) based projects through the lens of Remote Control Aircraft. Below is a little bit about their program from their leader […]
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AMA EXPO 2013 Online exclusive videos and photos.
The 2013 AMA Expo was held this year, January 11-13, in Ontario, California. Over 100 vendors and manufacturers filled the Ontario Convention Center, showcasing their latest product offerings. The flying area was bustled with activity as sponsored pilots demonstrated products that could safely be enjoyed in the indoor venue. This […]
Continue readingEagle in Space- a Weather Balloon Project by Garrett Schroeder
Camp AMA alumni Garrett Schroeder used his dreams of going into space as inspiration for his weather balloon project. He got his school on board and the project took flight! Check out the video below!
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EAA leadership meets with AMA on chapter/club collaborations
EAA, formerly known as the Experimental Aircraft Association, has nearly 1,000 chapters across the country devoted to full-scale sport flying. AMA, with 2,400 clubs, and EAA are now actively seeking chapter and club collaborations, particularly through the EAA Young Eagles program. Learn more about how your club can partner with […]
Continue readingJEFCO AEROMOD’LERS RC CLUB PRESENTS RC AUCTION
JEFCO AEROMOD’LERS RC CLUB PRESENTS RC AUCTION DENVER, COLORADO February 1-3, 2013 BUYERS & SELLERS PRE-REGISTER ONLINE! No Admission Fee to View Merchandise. $10 Registration Fee to Sell or Bid SCHEDULE OF EVENTS FRIDAY—FEB 1 11am—8pm Merchandise Check In SATURDAY—FEB 2 8am—AUCTION STARTS More Merchandise Check In SUNDAY—FEB 3 8am—AUCTION ONLY View Larger Map JEFFERSON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS 15200 […]
Continue readingThe National Minature Pylon Racing Association QM40 Championship Race
The National Minature Pylon Racing Association held its 2012 QM40 Championship Race at Apollo 11 Field in Encino, California. The San Fernando Valley R/C Flyers was the host club. The video was photographed and edited by Bob Tarlau. QM40 Championship Race 2012 from Bob Tarlau on Vimeo. The National Minature […]
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EAA representatives present 10,000 youth member plaque to AMA.
This year, AMA surpassed 25,000 youth members with more than 10,000 coming from our partnerships with the Civil Air Patrol and EAA Young Eagles program. In recognition of our shared commitment to the EAA young Eagles program, helping more than 10,000 young people experience the magic of flight. L to […]
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