The original group started with three kids, Allan, Camden, and Teddy, who initiated the Jet Stars, a youth-focused model aviation club. They envisioned a community that combined elements of a boy scout troop with model aviation, which has since flourished due to the support from the Greater Cincinnati Radio Control […]
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AMA Take off And Grow (TAG) Grant applications are now open
Developed to encourage our members and clubs to promote aeromodeling as a positive recreational activity to those in their communities, TAG was the first of several programs implemented by AMA in 2007. Intended to welcome the general public to aeromodeling, TAG provides a one-day extensive introduction of model aviation with […]
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AMA Air // Live from Jets Over Deland
Exciting Highlights from AMA Air – Jets, Youth Programs, and World Championships The latest episode of AMA Air, broadcasted live from DeLand, Florida, was a celebration of the diversity and excitement within the model aviation community. From breathtaking jet displays to youth engagement initiatives and international competitions, this episode showcased […]
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HeliStorm 2025 Fills Scholarship Fund in One Month
The largest scale RC helicopter event in North America looks to expand awareness in model and full scale aviation The following news release was provided by AMA member Michael Kranitz, founder of HeliStorm 2025. Littleton, CO — HeliStorm 2025, a 501(c)(3) based in the Denver metro area, is pleased to […]
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World Championships for Electric Gliders to Start Next Week
The 2024 F5B world championships will take place November 6-15, hosted by Southwest Soaring Society (SWSS) in Maricopa, Arizona. According to club President Ken Becker, more than 8 countries are expected to participate. Ken describes it as a “high-speed event” and notes, “we’re anticipating great weather here in the desert.” […]
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Dear AMA Members, We would like to inform you that AMA Executive Director, Chad Budreau, will be departing from his role, effective December 8, 2024, to pursue new opportunities. We want to express our gratitude for Chad’s 15 years of service and dedication to the Academy of Model Aeronautics. Chad […]
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2024 FAI World Championship for Slope Soaring Model Aircraft takes flight Sunday
Press Release from Fédération Aéronautique Internationale (FAI) Limoux, France, 2 October 2024 – Excitement builds as competitors from around the globe converge in Limoux, near Toulouse in southern France, for the upcoming 2024 FAI World Championship for Slope Soaring Model Aircraft. This event, scheduled to take place from 6 to […]
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Model Aviation at Chuck Yeager Aviation Day
Chuck Yeager Aviation Day took place on September 28th, 2024, at Jackson County Airport in Millwood, WV. Jackson County Airport is home to the General Chuck Yeager EAA Chapter 1336. The EAA Chapter provided breakfast and were scheduled to give young eagle rides for the youth in attendance. The Young […]
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What is the AMA Foundation?
As the fundraising arm of AMA, the Foundation strives to advance the education of individuals and groups interested in model aviation through programs, scholarships, and outreach initiatives. The AMA Foundation was founded in 2013 with a mission of supporting AMA’s goals of promoting the safe operation of model aircraft, fostering innovation […]
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