AMA News
AMA Launches Generations of Flight Campaign
Whether you’re a first-time flier or a lifelong hobbyist, everyone has a story to tell. We want to hear yours! Generations of Flight showcases you, the model aircraft enthusiast, and your love for the hobby. To celebrate model aviation, we are asking everyone to share their favorite flying experiences. Maybe it’s a photo and story of your first flight, your most recent visit to an airfield, or a memory that inspired you – we want to hear from you! Visit generationsofflight.com and submit a photo and story of what flying means to you. You could be selected as AMA’s Story of the Month and be featured on our Facebook page.
Rich Hanson Elected as the Next AMA President
AMA would like to thank each candidate who participated in this year’s election. We appreciate your efforts and your willingness to support the Academy. Congratulations to each of the selected candidates. Beginning January 1, 2017, Rich Hanson, former District XI vice president and current government and regulatory affairs team member, will serve as AMA President. “I am extremely proud to have been elected to serve as president of the AMA, and I would like to thank all that supported me through the campaign and everyone who participated in the election process. I would also like to commend and thank all of the candidates for their commitment to the AMA and their willingness to serve. It is my great honor to serve the members of this great organization and I look forward to working with the other members of the Executive Council and our dedicated headquarters staff, in upholding our aeromodeling traditions while moving the Academy forward.” Election results are now available online. Thank you to each member who took the time to vote.
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University to Sponsor UAS4STEM Program
The Academy of Model Aeronautics’ Education department is pleased to announce that Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University will be the brand sponsor of the UAS4STEM Search and Rescue Challenge for the 2016-2017 school year. This sponsorship will help further promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM)-related learning and careers across the country. UAS4STEM is an educational program designed to encourage students to explore the sUAS (drone) phenomenon through teamwork and competition. AMA and the university support nurturing the growth of aviation participation among youth. AMA is now accepting teams and sponsorships for 2017 UAS4STEM challenges. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of this rewarding competition.
Camp AMA 2017 Dates and Locations Set
Dates have been set for Camp AMA and each of the UAS4STEM regional competitions in 2017. Andrew Jesky, Nick Maxwell, and RJ Gritter will return to the International Aeromodeling Center, June 11-17, 2017, to serve as instructors for this popular aeromodeling camp. Regional UAS4STEM contest locations for 2017 are Washington, D.C.; Lakeland, FL; San Diego; Detroit; New York; Dallas; Seattle; Minneapolis MN; and St. Louis. The dates are being finalized, but will be announced soon for the second year of competition.
AMA Government Relations Team- Proactively Advocating for our Hobby
A number of states, communities, and parks have been introducing and passing legislation banning model aviation or placing unnecessary regulations on our hobby. In an effort to remedy this situation, the AMA has been active in shaping local legislation to promote aeromodeling. In addition to directly advocating against problematic legislation, AMA is taking a more proactive strategy toward building better relationships with local legislators, parks departments, local governing agencies, and other associations across the country to resolve problems before legislation is even drafted.
Support AMA and Find a Great Deal on RC Resale
This year, the AMA Foundation has accepted nearly 200 model airplanes and model aircraft items to be sold to benefit AMA programs. The first group of items is now for sale on the AMA Foundation’s new store- RC Resale. Money from the sales will directly benefit the AMA Foundation, which helps the Academy with programs designed to preserve, enhance, and promote the model flying hobby. Find a good deal and support a great cause at the same time.
