AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS
Edition: Model Aviation - 1993/07
Page Numbers: 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143, 144, 145, 146, 147
AMANews Academy Model Aeronautics 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 California January about July lead-in odd sometimes frustrating things about writing magazines lead time120 days less start date publication Add factor lot job-related travel time extended few months Thats ease right now March 11993 write above reasons wont read until after midyear may spent month California Jan uary-February year main purpose visit examine flying site situation Mile Square Park old marine base plus visit clubs legislators educators manufac turers inspect field conditions nations populous state meet talk club officers members get handle AMA perceived 2500 miles Reston office Certainly first trip California longest stay yes did miss almost rain did see houses slid foundations canyons WOW What horrible situation poor homeowners met clubs joint meeting Mile Square Park users nine clubs plus model rocket enthusiasts represented discussed relationship between Orange County controls park users need positive image through cooperation safe prac tices ensure future flying site availability huge metropolis Ideas attract visitors mulled over such idea possibility static hobby display summer demonstrate varied uses park really Another aspect such open house would illustrate uses prop erty What pro fessions jobs family interests places community Model aviation attracts people backgrounds walks life almost socioeconomic level Overall present good cross section America Public officials ac customed seeing diversity sports group open house can help open eyes able meet Los Angeles area clubs including San Fernando Valley Flyers El Dorado Silent Flyers F Troop Orange Coast RC Club Flying Falcons RC Country Scale Squadron American Model Airport Association Chino cant thank people enough warm friendly welcome making feel home Betty Stream Associate Vice President area joined joint club meeting held Cal State-Pomona meeting arranged Eusebio Fernandez Chino club first Continued page 147 Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Toledo trade show Toledo trade show event usually attend see people possible find out what new contrivances coming along reduction sound levels New devices always appearing some good some little value something said about show up says concern Some individuals willing experiment find better methods follow get further subject questions theoretical ones sound itself rather relationship theories solutions applied miniature engines propellers Much has written through years concerning sound levels generated fullscale equipment Much useful facts remain dynamics different different solutions often needed Progress continuing although man ufacturers imported engines still have exerted little effort anything about problem difficult understand because problem certainly exclusive United States Other countries have ordinances defining acceptable limits sound levels manufacturers aftermarket equipment making progress area Quite often cottage industries results varying degrees quality manufacmred product very welcome pursuit quieter operation Continued page 147 132 Model Aviation y Villard presents Villard Cup Jim Alaback San Diego Air Space Museum Geoff Styles looks PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Villard Cup first pre sented 1917 Henry Serrano Villard model airplane competition Photo James Alaback Key Dates June 3-6 Indoor NATS Johnson City Tennessee June 19 Annual Membership Meeting Muncie Indiana June 19-20 Homecoming Muncie Indiana June 26-27 IMAA Muncie Indiana July 2 Officer nominations due Headquarters July 7 Officer nomination acceptances due Headquarters July 10-11 Intercities FF Meet Muncie Indiana residents President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Road Altamonte Springs FL 32714 mighty busy year Academy As probably know already headquarters moving Muncie departments will place July year easy task fraught decisions actions involving facility setup moving personnel equipment along hiring new personnel Some headquarters staff have elected move will delays because will interviewing hiring significant number new people will take time train asking patience during process intend best meet important needs AMA will maintain office presence Reston person Geoffrey Styles will work out Reston area will away office much time helping clubs flying site retention acquisition club support roles has already spent considerable time California area Southeast club support massive importance Geoff man full-time effort setup Muncie initially will use part existing museum building office space permanent office facility will added following sale AMAs building Reston less expensive keep up facility Muncie site improvement continues number events scheduled year second gathering Muncie will June Homecoming strongly encourage can take part will multifaceted event lots model flying rocket demos competition kite flying street rod show much Yall come Well return Lawrenceville year National Aeromodeling Championships indications great event fall AMA will host Free Flight World Championships Lost Hills California technical side line educational charter AMA becoming involved technical side hobby growth aeromodeling has brought about special challenges AMA know has deeply involved frequency acquisition will continue push back frontiers model radio activities cooperation model industry have helped establish requirements performed experiments general learned what necessary allow quality operation todays difficult electromagnetic environment Continued page 134 July1993 133 JPX turbojet engine mocked up F-16 model fuselage aft end Exhaust gas temperature being measured determine effect installation Aluminum liner installed aft fuselage small fire start partially melted liner blew out aft end thermocoupled temperature measurement Note starter hose left ignition module right engine very careful methodical modeler Presidents Corner Continued page 133 response FCCs recent move slice spectrum narrower bits conducting series tests Muncie determine limitations current equipment ie can survive one-watt-output 2500-Hz frequency spacing existing receivers tests will conducted members frequency committee month April FCC very interested results tests also have testing program determine safety operating turbojet engines As informed AMA purchased two French JPX engines purpose interested sofejy running such engines AMA NOT business evaluating equipment turbojet engine completely different animal potentially poses significant increase performance hazards largely because fuels used engine-operating parameters JPX turning over 120000 rpm uses liquid propane fuel has very hot operating temperatures point concerned about fire hazards possible lethal shrapoeling compressors turbines overspeed impact As know conventional piston engines have fairly benign failure mode Fires rarely occur alcohol gasoline fuels used overspeed does occur impact simply stops beast So far have checked engine test stand now close flying engine test-bed aircraft Bob Fiorenze helping aircraft trials have discussed operating procedures safety everyone acquainted activities including manufacturer preliminary set procedures has published hope will enhance safe operation still learning Eventually plan run destructive failure tests find Out what occurs impact AMA insurance coverage desired have taken position authorizing operations specific limited basis information contact AMA Headquarters convinced engine should run VERY CAREFUL CONSCIEN TIOUS PERSON WHO RECOGNIZES THAT THERE IS REAL FIRE POTENTIAL IN USING LIQUID PROPANE have two minor fires tests others weve talked have fires far fortunately no has hurt Any fuel leakage can easily result fire hard start can result fire confident crash will result fire fuel line tank ruptured fuel valve tank closed prior impact AMAs involvement places us far knowledgeable position handle question safety will keep informed proceed Such programs conducted decidedly austere basis No receives compensation volunteer basis Costs primarily cover acquisition equipment testing expenses involved testing procedure AMA takes pride promoting technical advancement hobby benefits ALL aeromodelers utive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Lets see Im writing early April right after Toledo show will reading around first June right busiest part flying season statistics mean much about 25% middle trying learn fly RC model airplane Hang Its easy something virtually everyone can leam Back learned fly RC know back near Dark Ages spent hour simply sitting transmitter pushing sticks around imagining model flying sky Hey didnt use up too much fuel could mentally slow down action analyze what happening really believe learned about flying way did nervous actually flying model probably should mention didnt have luxury instructor teach fly imaginary sessions really way give myself fighting chance experiences have since time years ago has teach part teaching lot people fly RC model thing realize learn being instructed flying field usually have much harder time learning fly spend some time between flying sessions simply thinking about trying learn have gone out since earned private pilots license instrument rating forced spend considerable time studying written portion FAA test first wondered FAA required written test its myriad questions seemed unnecessary private pilot generally flies reciprocating-engine aircraft relatively low altitude didnt see important know speed limit turbine-powered aircraft control zone what altitude might well stratosphere change altimeter 2992 instrument flight rules IFR flight plan Quite honestly unlikely would ever have chance fly aircraft facts would relevant yet part test Over years thinking back learning fly RC have come know reason tests force study think about task hand between half-hour onehour lessons flying simply being able push sticks right direction feeling knowledge what really happening will make flying natural speaking Dont afraid sit transmitter dream will increase ability learn fly immensely feel funny doing just think aerobatic pilotsRC full-scale alikewho stand front peers spectators going through some normally hilarious gyrations preflying sequence maneuvers just before competition flight Just think someone tries send off rubber room will company of best aerobatic pilots world else fails rubber room around well-worn still serviceable As read AMA Headquarters will middle moving new site Muncie second three phases moving process scheduled early June last phase should take place early July fully expect very disruptive HQ operations am sure will receive few complaints members during transition period unable get level service expect Please bear us during chaotic time important realize AMA HQ will training around 40 new employees takes time get level efficiency up speed have asked whatever possessed us move first place Well studies done different peoplefrom Midwest East Coastoverwhelmingly indicated considerably lower cost operation Muncie compared Reston in-depth study done East Coast CPA firm indicated reduction cost about S600000 1993 assumed operated Muncie vs Reston full year escalated well over $1 million per year over next few years Further study indicated would cost about $360000 accomplish move including training cost replacement staff savings last half 1993 would nearly equal cost move 1994 should recognize reduction operating cost get back black operating budget incurring dues increase hope Some have suggested now AMA has regular insurance policy dont need retain reserve money back up self-funded policy wish true reality dictates majority reserves will have remain least until old claims have settled should consider using funds anything else honesty am concerned current availability insurance coverage result what referred soft insurance market could evaporate market hardens happens historically will could find ourselves position having once again resort self-funded policy time however would probably need fund $25 million policy take insurance coverage away site owners would probably result loss precious sites Retaining assets order keep options open would seem prudent move historically cyclical insurance market 134 Model Aviation next month Please fly safely Executive Directors View HO Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Leader club new program AMA charter clubs club may recognized Leader club Bronze level Silver level ultimately Gold level has well received proud 52 clubs have taken advantage program AVP meeting first interdistrict meeting AMA AVPs held April 4 Toledo Exposition following AVPs present Bob Wallace District 1 Gus Pandajis Walt Geary Dave Babcock Terry Terrenoire District 2 Larry Weimer Mike Barbee Joe Vislay Mark Wilson District 3 Bob Babura District 4 Dr Jim Edwards District 5 Scott Deb Justice Gary Bussell Cal Ettel District 6 Joe Hats Jim Jean Lasik Carl Mohs Mike Zingery Ron Sears District 7 John Krohn District 10 report AVP meeting will follow however good point surfaced meeting worth passing along now would appreciated AMA charter club could send copy clubs officer list club newsletter AVP its district Yes yes AVPs have AMA club list having officer club list could really aid fulfilling responsibilities Having copies club newsletter would keep aware clubs activities especially concerns club may have AMA HQ course will communicating directly AVPs club can help process including local AVP items good tip clubs help themselves Federal communications commission Fcc Academy received permission FCC perform tests Muncie gather empirical data FCC Notice Proposed Rule Making NPRM would affect aeromodeling Warren Plohr George Steiner Bill Herschberger Don Lowe will conduct tests week April 18 test aircraft innovative having missingpulse counter telemetry device ability generate proposed signals proposed strengths ability fly model record actual problems written report testing will filed FCC willing review test results accommodate aeromodeling rethinking NPRM FA Sporting Code charge $5 FAI rule book does AMA have FAI rule book let alone sell Section 4 Sporting Code Aero modelingcurrent issue 1993good four yearsis rule book FAI events global distribution FAI rule hooks United States consumes about 40% FAI rule books other words out 5000 copies printed four-year cycle US seems require about 2000 eliminate time lag AMA members AMA offered update rule book dear friend Carl Wheeley stroked changes computer installed command structure necessary create rule book printer Footnote cost factor #1 actual printing cost cost factor #2 can added cost factor #3 bulk shipping AMA makes books available its members $5 per copy through AMA Supply Service catalog $5 used offset cost producing shipping rule book AMA simple philosophy want FAI rule book pay Thereby two things happen able make rule book readily available AMA members desire two cost AMA members living United States reduced What about other 3000 copies sent FAI office Paris France Two copies distributed national aero club remaining copies sold international FAI sportsmen cost 55 francs thats 10 bucks does FAI rule book cost buy FAI Because shipping two 20 rule books Bangladesh China Ukraine elsewhere can costly cost book itself Converting zlotys yen dinar what-have-you dollars arranging postage shipment small adventure left FAI office Paris now hear someone complain book should free someone objects high cost $5 happens presence please inform individual lot time energy went providing AMA member quick low cost method obtaining FAI rule book alternative write Paris enclose check 55 francs wait six 10 weeks Busy busy busy last 30 days curator Mike Fulmer came Washington DC attend seminar aviation museum curators Chip Smith visited Reston help load museum artifacts coordinate some work 1993 Nationals Liz Helms also Muncie employee visited Reston review DTP products procedures concerning various awards scoresheets handouts myriad other things AMA produces in-house AMA member George Steiner traveled California Muncie did electronic inventory damage inventory AMA s radios amplifiers speakers other electronic equipment New District 10 Vice President Rich Hanson AMA HQ orientation visit safety committee meeting Jay Mealy off Maine Expo Bob Underwood Judy DiLoreta Penny Hudson Jay traveled Toledo 1993 Toledo show Carl Maroney Cincinnati snsurance meeting hired new finance director new manager information services hearing SFA lawsuit Texas attended Carl Maroney FAI ClAM meeting have made two trips Muncie trips no walk park flew Indianapolis rented car drove Muncie met film crew met local attorney attended zoning commission meeting 630 evening followed drive Toledo two hours collating fund-raising brochures expressmailed hotel room Meanwhile movers packers have out former library now boxed 163 cartons third renewal notice went Out well another membership notice non-AMA members total 43000 pieces mailed annual physical Lets get back fund-raising item just minute have just produced AMA prospectus about National Flying Site solicitation potential donors enable AMA complete National Flying Site Copies prospectus will given members AMA Executive Council mailing will go AMA AVPs sincere hope will put hands potential donor Thus far attractive piece has well received Printed quality stock using quality processes contains artwork able purchase aviation artist Bob Benjamin plans sketches architect John Hunton good photographs number sources blended together colorful informative package enable reader see appreciate potential exists National Flying Site necessity contributions Over next several months will seeing some artwork photographs prospectus pages Model Aviation magazine Theyre just too good share expect may surge interest model memorabilia collectors keep mind material fund-raising vehicle its distribution will well tailored specifically targeted accomplish purpose cumbersome way saying really looks neat know everybody going want supply limited able give serious contributors photo Milwaukee Simitar Squadrons recent mall display difficult read photo proudly exhibited Gold Leader Club award plaque center attention Gordy Stahl writes other area clubs members weren s aware award program some little envious positive way Simitar Squadron members gold wings permanently placed next club badges too far smiles pride Spectators cruising through mall drawn award plaque virtually case became starting point conversation questions about whole hobby its positive aspects first exhibition years once crashing focal point fact members received single question comment about crashes Leader Club program great idea promoted its recipients can very effective PR tool * July1993 135 Connecticut / Maine/ Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont 1 ~ Don Kraftt Vice President PO Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Auctions We attended three auctions swap shop Attendance quite good although seemed less previous years people seemed reluctant part much money would appear economy realty affecting us Cape Ann Club auction August 1992 January 1993 Mike Lacker age 15 first airplane Mikes first attempt RC hope very successful airplane certainly well built Tn-club meeting first visit meeting Berkshire Flying Club Southern Berkshire RIC Flyers Tunnel City R/C Flyers Pittsfield Massachusetts Thank officers three clubs inviting us over ers AMAs new insurance program FCC proposal discussed meeting Charlie Nelson wife Lynda Charlie guest speaker Ashelot banquet 1992 awards shown first Top Gun fifth Scale Shoot-out Muncie first Expert Sport Scalei 992 NATS sponsored Sig National Association Scale Flight Achievement Award second Scalemasters Best Scratch-Built Best Civilian airplane used 1941 Waco powered OS 91 Surpass weighs 16 pounds built 1989 Gus Deltwas custom-built trailer models next occupant will probably Stinson L-5 working Russ Pribanic Dave Barron r fun fly models Dave writing series MAN computer radio programming Ben Hartley presenting Faye Wood award Shirley Ward Ashelot Flyers Banquet October 31 1992 Shirley has done considerable work club has organized banquet past five years Lee Freemans 13-scale Sopwith Pup powered Quadra 42 Balsa USA kit 136 Model Aviation members three clubs meeting March 11993 months column will devoted several visits Barb have made some miscellaneous pictures have given column have used Most information about events will picture captions oe mootn alker Hamad aoes nisJohn Silver Tongue Twiss Authing auctioneer 495th auctiongust 18 1992 Cape Ann auction George February 21993Denault assisting New Jersey / New York 2 District Report Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive 9radell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dane Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstossn NJ 08520 faip codes 065 089 099 0891 Tern Brown S2 FW PSO 5 Boo 2135 APO AB 09123 fzp codesEarope APO & FPO Wes De Cee 85 Rinerside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07920 fzip codes070-079 078 079 Ren Parkas 1015014 Tossa Road Corarv NY 11727 fzlp codes1t71t9 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Boolcoard Abocoon NJ 08201 faip codes090 092 093 Ray Jasehkas 7 Eoorgreen Avenue Ness Hyde Park NY 11040 faip codes080099 100-I 04 108107 tIO-119 Gas Pandajis 1865 Pentield Road Pentield NY 14526-1409 ftp codes140-147 Adam BaSter dl Perry Anenoe Larhare NY 12110 ftp codes120-123 128 129 133-139j Terry Terrenoire 101 Ornithtield DIme Endicoll NY 13760 fzip codest30-13Z 137-139 t49 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longoiess Drioe Bayoille NJ 08721 ftp codes0779097 Frequency Coordinator Lan Seater 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenjo NY 13135 Hey fellow modelers now have $2/2 million insurance increased $1 million ask status FCC technical director Bob Underwood aptly covers column Just think YOU have doubt value AMAwhere would AMA Skyscrapers report end 1992 Galeville New York flying field adequate free flight field Northeast almost lost because schedule misunderstanding field available approved scheduled dates Please spread word avoid loss ignorance Keep contact Dave Acton RD #3 Box 227 Mahopac NY 10541 Tel 914 628-0526 have questions want know scheduled approved flight dates WRAM show held again year White Plains New York Civic Center Febmary 27-28 and demonstrated its usual success February 27 District 2 AMA meeting held attendance Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director Bob Underwood Technical Director Jay Mealy Public Relations District 2 AVPs shown identified accompanying photo After opening remarks regarding FCC Muncie progress general developments floor opened questions aptly answered representatives Photos Ray Juschkus Bob Aberle Joseph Capozello Brooklyn New York writes Enclosed please find snapshot son Charlie picture new Ace T-34 will low-wing trainer has flying little year yet qualified stick time takes off lands year 1992 good year can tell trophies has won nor club fun flys both belong Radio Control Society Marine Park RCSMP Brooklyn New York RCSMP have dedicated instructors have given time new fliers both young old new year have youthful members ages nine years old 13 years old club really expanding real fun enjoyment teaching youngsters amazing fast learn Unfortunately son going WRAM show just informed its time learn ducted fans best enjoyment flying buddy argue better other guys get laugh too Roy Juschkus AVP New York February 17 Gary Underwood president East Coast Indoor Modelers gave talk indoor free flight modeling monthly meeting Mercer County Radio Control Society talk very enlightening demonstration microfilm pouring held everyones interest Indoor free flight lot building small plane winding rubber band letting go Gary demonstrated described details involved impressed members club predominantly RC modelers tedious delicate indoor flying Gary Underwood current AMA Indoor Free Flight Champion current Stout Commercial Free Flight trophy winner January 23 MCRC held its annual auction Kreps School Hightstown New Jersey can see picture crowd 500plus modelers enjoyed extensive array material being auctioned day-long event also served good time meet modelers renew old friendships crowd back room enjoying good food available MCRC club would like thank attended club hopes see everyone next years event Dove Babcock AVP New Jersey July1993 137 Bob Underwood AMA Technical Director authoritatively fields FCC questions Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Direc tor didnt take off jacket loosen tie year Now thats progress Gary Underwood holding indoor microfilm-covered creations View busy floor full vendors attendees WRAM show AMA booth stage signing up new members well renewals Processing executed during two days Joyce Hager supervisor Membership Depart ment commended MCRC auctioneers Left right mike Dennis Richardson auctioneers assistant displaying planes Greg Lucidi taking break hands hips Larry Katona some AVPs Left right standing Ray Juschkus Walt Geary Woody Woodman Gus Pandajis Ron Farkas Dave Babcock proudly Joe Beshar Kneeling Terry Terrenoire Theyre greatest Part selling crew auction Left right head clerk Steve Waite spotter Dave Babcock auctioneer Larry Katona assistant auctioneer Greg Lucidi Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence H Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Toledo 1993 enough words can said express greatness Toledo show Thanks Weak Signals its endless effort Thanks also key donation Academys scholarship fund Hall Fame award prestigious award offered Academy Hall Fame Award committee comprised Council Past Presidents selects recipients award year two noted modelers District 3 Earl Witt Charles Tracy honored accomplishments Charles Tracy organization first Cleveland mall show Forty-two years after show became appropriate background Hall Fame presentation Congratulations fine gentleman Leader Club award Recognition offered Westlake R/C Club being first District 3 club obtain Gold Leader Club award Would award benefit club Just ask member Westlake Clubthey certainly think Cleveland mall show 42nd Cleveland model show sponsored Cleveland Aeromodel Society drew over 600 entries total 300 trophies awarded nine different categories 87 subcategories facet modeling represented show cooperative effort 13 clubs Cleveland area great see various disciplines working toward common goal effect provides tremendous benefits Thanks AVP Larry Weimer have following pictures Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Harrisburg Pennsylvania has very active beginning fliers program Tuesday evening May through September flying done field students instructors Three volunteer instructors scheduled Flight Training Coordinator publishes schedule club newsletter Flying building instruction provided new flier ready try pilots rating observed two experienced members official flight Upon successful completion new pilot presented very nice wall plaque signed club officers additional information contact Tom Duck 717 566-0284 Harry Capper provided pictures Does club have instruction program develop will benefit Model Aviation eland Aeromodel Society president Cleveland show director Tony Husak Bernie Oldenburgh presents Ray Weimer Bernie Oldenburgh congratulate Hall well-deserved trophies Famer Charles Tracy Charles Tracy receives Hall Fame award District 3 VP Bob Brown Westlake club officers Dan Sherry Al Smithfield receive Leader Club award Bob Brown beautiful trophies Cleveland Student pilot Clair Stoner receives instruction Barry Peffley Chuck Mazolla receives RC Best Show ruur ssuons plioss ano sneir inssrusors s sn ysson I.tuu s landfill site Delaware / District Columbia / MrnvInd / rJwth rginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 989-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Time activity span time between writing column date finished article seen makes difficult bring up-to-the-minute news best can done attempt delay submission until last possible date usually try order pass items timely fashion particular issue magazine will reach around end May first part June events taking place District 4 beginning middle April major event interest almost categories modeling Mid Atlantic Radio Control Show taking place June 5 6 Maryland State Fairgrounds Timonium Maryland year first time building will fully air-conditioned atmosphere will better usual MARC Show convenient members District 4 certainly yet size Toledo does offer something almost everyone largest gathering District 4 offers opportunity meet members Academy will always several associate vice presidents answer questions converse subjects concern Future years will see need rely mostly area representatives presence show Please stop let us talk last time Academy Headquarters will located Reston during show period District 4 members especially Maryland northern Virginia have advantage over members other parts country location headquarters has enabled drop obtain easy service have access library other options move Muncie has under way couple months being written time see print almost everything will gone Reston move will complete end June except continued presence Geoff Styles Members Indiana Ohio will position have majority members somewhat equal status insofar access concerned opinions about move both pro con feel sure after couple years will accepted concerned still think occurred too soon view schedule thing will increase result load placed upon volunteers district vice president associate vice presidents other individuals presently serving Base closings Clubs across country often make use parts military facilities aeromodeling activities proposals being considered next few years could drastically affect sites might utilized Consolidation well closings can affect flying facilities also will area considerable negotiation may required club need assistance AMA Headquarters district officers hesitate ask help potential problem already exists District 4 St Marys County Maryland Parks Recreation Department United States Navy have worked DC Maxecuters provide site some best indoor activity area Claude Powell has intermediary arrangements Rotary Wing Hangar NAS/NATC Patuxent River twice-a-year meet relationship has outstanding very much appreciated concerned may change months photos taken Tom Schmitt recent Patuxent River meet first Doug Buchanan Thurmont Maryland J-3 Coconut Scale aircraft second Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol both Baltimore assortment aircraft meet consolidation units bringing changes facility Constrnction under way altering general area guard station being constructed making area security area other changes might prevent further use hangar Claude will keeping upto-date what transpires interim some questions arise fall meet will held Buildings size needed difficult come fly indoor events know too well especially sites can cleared particular event members often think because base closing land will immediately available activity have found opposite usually true land often goes other agencies groups opposed sporting activities land Fort Meade good example part base closed much property given part wildlife preserve displacing activity area club flew still trying get site after being displaced need help clubs get difficulty primary thing holding club together flying site club loses site until new may obtained absolute best thing can done provide members temporary flying privileges field realize situations especially numbers very high club cannot absorb outsiders However its possible try extend courtesy could next Memorial Capital Area Soaring Association lost its founding members April 6 John Waggaman Brawner passed away residence Oxford Maryland John 63 John very active CASA activities starting became first coordinator association instrumental pro viding launch/finish site annual CASA Cross Country contest Johns presencealways present assisting CASA eventswill sorely missed John also active business other interests will remembered us aeromodeling long interest sport condolences go wife Louise five children realize very much what have lost have lost dear friend Toledo Everyone concerned about FCC proposal wondering what might mean future little way having tnsight future Bob Underwood certainly kept busy handing out material bringing people up speed next few months surely will informative subject Through AMA right working keep what have call cannot get through because everyone swamped same questions trying have answered Read Sound Model Aeronautics article some other comments what shown Toledo 1993 139 Doug Buchanan Coconut Scale J-3 Russ Sandusky fiancee Carol Mississippi / Puerto Rico District qijirneport Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartosuewicu 3626 Rattchoood Rd Orlaodo FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pootpaoo O Pensacola FL 32514 Withelmina Chihasa 2626 Atbo Place Koocoilie TN 37517 Linda Cooley 10112 Veto St Olbosoton FL 33534 Gantavo Diaz 1463 Ashlotd Aoe 8751 Coodado PR 05907 Janoes M Edwards 800 Mintosa Ot Neon Aibsoy MS 38852 Kart Hensel RR 4 Boo 254 Mehdiao MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 TSoolee Ot N Chadeotoo SC 29406 Dr John Martin 2160 Tigettail Ann Miatoi FL 33133 Gene Methis Boo 337 Oaphoe AL 36526 Dm8 PaBon 765 Bailey Btook Cit. Bitroinghaot AL 36224 George Perryman 3644 Lake Ot Stoyros GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Otaoge Ane Baldonlo FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycatoore Maocheste TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Bornis Fields Boo 1063 Stricklood Rd Ioteolaoheo FL 32148 P8000 804 6642517 Continuing last months report identification acknowledgement Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors large- giant-size fun-flys District 5 have talked International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA president Mr Art Charlesworth permission following plan has hatched combined effort hetween AMA IMAA inspectors large- giant-scale model aircraft below 55 pounds will awarded cloth patch identifying such plan will work like inspectors AMA-ZMAA ACRAFT INSPECTOR URff SCALE DISTRICT Y required mem bers both organiza tions named Con test Directors offi cially sanctioned AMA large- giant-scale fun flys will have final say handed cloth patch CDs almost always pick inspectors deter mtne model airworthy Contest Directors will given four five patches no cost anybody can hand out See sample patches honor identify Large Scale Aircraft Inspectors previous column idea popped mind few weeks ago already patches production wilt mailed Thanks Robert Vojslavek Georgians Apple AMA HQ Reston patches way patches actually cost Shout $103 District VP gets annual operating stipend have ordered 220 have paid dues money CDs get free sanctioning District 5 large- giant-scale fun-fly run out Ill order 220 patch recipient nature well qualified decide will fly airplane fun-flys contests Generally qualifications include experience knowledge basic aerodynamics impartiality common sense single important thing checklist 24 items inspector looks model sheet provided IMAA basic starting point called IMAA Safety Inspection Form features Airworthiness Inspection Form also includes declaration signed pilot indicate has flown plane least six times previously possesses necessary skills fly place named inspector sign stating meets IMAA specifications forth patch business coordinated effort Aircraft /X jAssoclotlo7P4j DWID between two organ izations further fun safety fun-flys Nice have special interest group like IMAA exist ence Everybody AMA proud IMAA subject patches top next column picture Shannon MacGrogan Crestview Florida holding new District 5 official cloth patch Chet Halloway editor good friend fourth annual Cherry Blossom Fly-In held Macon Georgia March Fliers came hundreds miles away attend Featured above important officials conducted Cherry Blossom Left right Kimberly English CD Ruben English chairman Jerry Mills noncompetition affair very popular Southeast fans come far Canada attend AMA Director Marketing Geoff Styles Crestview has promoted plan lady picture artist actually designed logo several colors mentions states district Some other districts already have district patches District 5 patches will stored AMA Headquarters recipients can buy AMA Supply Service Two dollars about going price Bob Bingham down Odessa Florida wants know what fly winter time Florida Bob 3M Scooter designed Leon Kinkaid Bob member Pelican Soaring Association * 140 Model Aviation Steve Ryne above F-X6 Steve flying Georgia Cherry Blossom Festival mentioned having rebuilt model several times has K&B 82 engine turns 25000 rpm above Daryl Glidewell Lula Georgia posing Lanker Lazer powered 05 61 engine Both Daryls model Steves F-86 flew very well / Missouri District U Report Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Finally able get over Decatur Indiana Adams County R/C sixth annual swap shop have tried several times get event shut down time hy weather year looked like samelike weather going keep away time last moment low pressure area moved east allowed take off Decatur swap shop arrived event going well usual crowd spectators already hovering around tables saw some cash changing hands Some guys came goodly distance attend event amazed learn common drove two hours get thought healthy sign well-mn swap shop Alas Adams County swap shop however suffered decline table sales year much discussion shout decline sales try understand cause clubs president especially interested because club planning swap meet later year consensus reached swap meet having attendance prohlems cluhs have jumped swap shop thing Because thats ending need travel farther get result swap shops suffer Hmm need give area protection swap shop activities AMA events guess attrition will quickly weed out less successful ones hope traditionally good meets can last Time will tell Im sure glad weather cleared up count down able contact some people Id never met hefore also renewed old acquaintance two made trip success Adams County R/Cers didnt too badly either Im sure made enough pay bills keep enough banquet see club members greedy intent clubs event give members some relief cabin fever take girls out eventng some darned reason made no other trips during month think reasons blizzard came through Needless say decided good time stay home nothing worked very hard rest month filled just having fun near home hope did same last weekend March around too bad fella forgets about rain Warm air finally returning District 6 Gee some reason cant think very much talk about FCC issue gets its coverage elsewhere upcoming events Muncie covered elsewhere have made no trips other Decatur have little left Great Lets get few photos have month shut column down can go fly Wayne Nenninger kind enough send few photos clubs new flying field brand-new has Spirits St Louis back business after losing very nice field down road As can see have pretty good-sized patch ground fly photos arent detailed would like Im sure will get photos later improvements have made photos shows some dimensions gives good idea find place know some out will want information Spirits St Louis very active club usually has something going dont think members could hear pain being field very long Im sure glad Wayne sent photos remember asked photos because out must have reading mind totally out Most didnt read mind will thing makes few cringe disgust photo Cheetah left Now fellas hate put photos column meant model airplanes dont keep supplied photos models events same maybe next time itll snap boat used own Youve given fair warning Enough now. July1993 141 Iowa / Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 Report Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redtord Ml 48239 S Patch designed Detroit Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary celebration 1992 District 7s column written month hy Joe Hass District 7 AVP Detroit Balsa Bugs celebrate 50 years November 14 1992 Detroit Balsa Bugs celehrated 50 years active participation model aviation Five original memhers still active club Such important event celehrased grand style literally full day models memones event started early Saturday morning static displays aircraft past Chairman Don Roherts recognized simple hanquet would allow enough time reminiscing hangar talk also realized some people could availahle evening Evening brought banquet yet another display beautiful indoor free flight aircraft Marlene Stoll wife longtime member Ed Stoll produced delightful booklet history Balsa Bugs Besides awards accolades writings rife stories past misadventures Memories saving buy dime kit hike trips Canada Detroit pulling trailer full models contestand much morewere well-documented Master ceremonies Hardy Brodersen led evening activities humorous anecdotes Guest speakers included Jim AJ Smith Tony Italiano Joe Hass District 7 AVP Frank Garcher AJ Smith pleased crowd appetizing fascinating stories about varied exciting aviation career Midwest Models Joe brought special messages AMA Executive Director Vince Mankowski District 7 VP Pete Waters Neither gentleman could attend because previous commitments Executive Council great dinner plenty pictures raffle prizes great conversation capped off excellent day Congratulations Detroit Balsa Bugs 50 wonderful years aeromodeling other business District 7 VP position up election year interested running can call headquarters Pete Waters information process job responsibilities Ill guarantee youll have much better understanding complexities rewards position inquire Longtime modeler Joe Dallaire founded Joes Hobby Center Michigan Joes brother designed Dallaire Sportster swap shop season has wound down flying season full swing level professionalism club activities regardless season truly amazing privilege running Skymasters swap shop year worked because help other members Teamwork helps adrenaline does flow CDs during events Give thank next event attend Does club offer speakers helps sport grow its fun also helps address favorite topic toy airplane syndrome just gave dinner talk local Christian womens club husband night TAS work two small card tables display six 40- 60-size models Now 200 people know lot about aeromodeling have another student Enjoy summer 142 Model Aviation er ceremonies Hardy Brodersen provided vivid memories excellent commentary Hardy former District 7 VP accomplished free flighter Frank Garcher Midwest Model Prod ucts raconteur par excellence spoke balsa production Ecuador Part ot merrymaking crew Balsa Bugs 50th anniversary party As say good time horde gas rubber free flight aircraft historically significant display Frank Garcher lovingly nicknamed Big Stoop comic strip Terry Pirates couple friends Rich Doigs championship microfilm model display No deep breathing no coughs around fragile model Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas o District Re ort Gene Hempel Vice President 301 N Yale Drive Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispering Oaks Drive College Staton TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde Odessa TX 79762 John Valls 2052 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carrollton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column wilt launch FF activities District 8 Marvin Mace flew Marval sweeping victory B Gas also placed third C Gas Bob Hanford won 1/2A Gas plus third A/B Electric Boh Combs flying Bobcat original took third both 1/2A Gas FlJ Faust Parker managed second C Nostalgia Post-contest reports state AMAs Muncie site excellent Phil Sullivans performance Contest Director outstanding Regarding district-sponsored activities sanctioned free flight contests exception took place Texas exception Tulsa Glue Dobbers 43rd annual competition Rubber glider events particularly P-30 very popular Perry Oklahoma meet Robert Dunham bested 27 fliers Grand Champion honors Texas Cloud Climbers conducted two well-attended contests Prairie Hill flying site Jim Summersett Robert Dunham Bob Hanford always end up fighting high-point award Fort Worth Planesmen club devoted Old-Timer RC Assist activities held its 17th annual Free Flight Regional Championships October Bob Hanford Grand Champion Tn-City Flyers free flight team conducted three meets USAF auxiliary field near Seguin first-time Spring Cup eighth annual Autumn Cup select Americas Cup activity respectively Roger Simpson recent welcome West Coast transplant won PlC Spring Autumn Cups thus relegating brother Reid close second Outstanding word Rogers FlC victory US FAI Team Finals Doug Galbreath Ed Keck comprise super US power seam Oh yes Randy Archer will also fray following world win PlCs last cycle Congratulations Fred Pearce Wakefield win same time Cannot omit Mark Troutman won PlJ Autumn Cup flying stock Tee Dee 049 Mini-Pearl sailed through four-minute flyoff John Irwins Shuriken-powered original coming distant second As result contest Bob Combs inventory /2A Bobcats severely depleted Marvin Mace won being clean after seven rounds followed Bill Shaw Russ Snyder Jim Summersett John Irwin tied fourth Reid Simpson directed Autumn Cup Frank Parmenter Spring meet Jim Summersett Tn-City Flyers July 4 Annual Saturday so-so Sunday very hot humid windy 25 knots plus Starvin Marvin surfaced again winning B C D Power Mike Fedor eased John ODwyer win small field event Don Moreau chasing Fred Pearce PAl combo Nostalgia doing great Combs Dunham Taibi Spacers holding up northern part districtwhile Tn-City alone boasts over dozen Nostalgia fliers thanks Walt Rozelle Atlanta Georgia nationwide support Nostalgia movement engine donations duly appreciated means can make Pensacola June contest Tom McLaughlan Bob Junk run super affair Tn-City has always supported meetie Charles Alba Cliff Betz Jackie Sheffer late Doe Himmel Far left Jeff Mike Fedor Texas Cloud Climbers 1992 TnCity July 4 Annual Jeff member USA Junior FlA Glider Team Left Youth Free Flight Left right Marvin Mace Bill Shaw Jim Summersett rhanks Russ Snyder column 1993 143 Left Jack Brown 1984-1988 US Wakefield team member also won FiB 92 Autumn Cup Center Tn-City free flight team members 1992 Fiesta Five Flags meet Pensacola Left right standing Mary Mace Mark Troutman Rochette Reinarz George Aldrich Jim Summersett Front left right Russ Snyder Faust Parker Jim Troutman Right Russ Snyder CID Gas-winning Pilfered Pearl 666 1992 Pensacola annualsuper meet super site Left Tn-City free flight team members Nostalgia models Left right standing Marvin Mace Frank Parmenter John Irwin Bill Shaw George Avila Reid Simpson Faust Parker Front Jim Summersett Russ Snyder Center Frank Parmenter original Nostalgia legal design Faital Charmer Right Bob Combs 1/aA F1J Bobcat no doubt before 1992 Autumn Cup REMEMBRANCE Mark Valerius year 1992 has brought bit sadness free flight loss Mark Valerius Doe Himmel Bucket Johnson District 5 Bucket fixture Seguin attending meet since 1981 Nationals Marks determination depicted photo became familiar sight free flight contests throughout country Marks skill competitive nature unselfish willingness help others will remain memories long future fly compete against Mark Valerius rewarding experience toast truly order honoring have gone before departed brethren hear hear Colorado Kansas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota/ Wyoming 9 Report Russ Miller Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Uays 101 b52-2fiY Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Rickelts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Genoa R/C Fliers Genoa Nebraska held its seventh annual fun-fly June 14 Genoa Airport spite overcast skies morning drizzle 43 pilots 93 airplanes turned Out As day went raffles prizes given away along three Pilots Choice trophies best show First place went Mac McGinnis /3-scale Cub second went Dennis Richards Byron Corsair Con Drupple -scale Laser past seven years airport authority has given Genoa RIC Fliers permission use airport its flying site Since small airport Genoa R/C Fliers know local full-scale pilots Whenever strip needed give us courtesy high flyby immediately clear skies return Nebraska has program called Adopt-a-Highway involves club organization keeping two-mile stretch highway clean debris appreciation Genoa Fliers adopted two miles front airport Just little way saying thanks use airport Mae McGinnis Bob Pasonault cooperative venture have putting video camera plane Bobs 8mm video camera Macs -scale Balsa USA L-4 Cub turned out some spectacular videos takeoffs landings rolls outstanding wish video Macs Bobs knees first flight Mac also putting 35mm camera L-4 anyone taking videos planes would appreciate input Maybe could exchange ideas Mail to The Genoa RIC Fliers Box 164A Bob Pasonault Genoa NE 68640 h Dakota NewsJay Manely Valley RC Flyers Valley R/C Flyers Fargo North Dakota recently February 20 1993 sponsored 13th annual West Acres mall show largest mall show area year featured approximately 130 outstanding RC aircraft two full-scale airplanes displayed EAA Chapter 317 crowd very interested took time walking displays checking out realism miniatures crowd favorite seemed largescale aircraft especially WW WW II civilian sport categories show drew entrants far reaches Dakotas Minnesota Montana Manitoba Canada presentation $350 worth door prizes trophies lucky entrants capped day great response modelers public received look forward doing again next year 144 Model Aviation rict 9 patch Thanks Dr Neal Martin Grand Forks North Dakota design district patch color scheme selected conjunction other district patches Great idea thanks again Dr Martin Arizona / California Hawaii / Nevada / Utah 1District Re Richard Hanson Vice President PO Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Evenings 602 964-2817 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Ama HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kal P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley Street Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 6 Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Community involvement day-to-day bustle business maintenance local clubs flying sites its easy overlook involvement interaction community other civic organizations Nonetheless its important remember should cases integral part community fellowship other nonprofit charitable organizations can pay huge dividends support needed obtain retain local flying sites Phoenix Race Oriented Flyers PRO Flyers Phoenix Arizona has long acknowledged its role community March 26-28 PRO-Flyers conducted race against cancerthe second annual Racing Rainbowin cooperation West Phoenix Optimist Club annual event raises sorely needed funds benefit kids tragically stricken cancer proceeds competitor entries parking snack bar concession sales donated efforts Optimist Club Optimists project Camp Rainbow dedicated young cancer victims Racing Rainbow benefits worthy cause provides two days excellent warbird-style racing Its chance competitors put racing skills good use opportunity attend event have included several photos showing some racing action Congratulations CD Bill Schonemann Phoenix PRO-Flyers tremendously successful event Working similar Service clubs charitable associations civic groups youth organizations can foster community support modeling activities Such efforts can also provide favorable public opinion faced controversy over noise disturbances use private public lands local flying sites relationships result better Left wide variety heavy metal display during Peoples Choice judging Sacramento Area Modelers flying site Above left District 10 frequency coordinator George Steiner monitors frequency use interference Western Regional Warbird Race Above right Starter Dave East drops checkered flag I understanding aeromodeling often serve recruiting base new modelers Partnering youth organizations such Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol can have added benefits Such relationships present entertainment educational opportunities kids also provide youth tntroduction aviation light path future generation aerospace sciences club turn benefits pool eager young workers available meet inescapable need help conducting local events recent example demonstrated Sacramento Area Modelers Western Regional Warbird Race Sacramento California April 2-4 club combined its efforts BSA Troop 212 Citrus Heights California provided mutual support achieving extremely successful event Under guidance club member troop leader Scott Bell Boy Scouts set up field kitchen flying site Saturday Sunday morning served delicious pancake breakfast horde hungry appreciative warbird racers spectators modestly priced breakfast raised necessary funds troop throughout weekend scouts filled course workers race Because tremendous effort Contest Director Paul McIntosh members Sacramento Area Modelers race came off hitch scouts manned timers counted laps two dozen racers battled out around pylons host heavy-metal replicated warbirds showed up race including splendid twinengine Bf 110 Messcrschmitt flown Ken Safer Fremont California Kens Luftwaffe aircraft can seen foreground photo centerline display set up Peoples Choice judging Ken problems gear Saturday evening unable compete Sunday nevertheless gorgeous sight see twin out course Left Boy Scout Troop 212 supplied course work ers SAMs club Western Regional Warbird Race Right Hungry Warbird racers line up Boy Scout Troop 212s pancake breakfast Left The Mellor Racing Team prepares its Hind-Toni another Gold class heat Right Pace plane pilot Randy Schonemann sets up start another heat race think surprised him other clubs throughout district host similar events youth organizations civic groups Events sponsored Toys Tots Easter Seals Make-a-Wish Big Brothers Sisters few charitable endeavors supported local clubs club already involved community would strongly encourage consider getting involved similar civic activities area will club benefit added PR public support believe youll find personal satisfaction using hobby benefit others Before closing would like recognize two clubs district have achieved have awarded Leader Club status San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Whittier California Fort Bragg Fog Busters Fort Bragg California Congratulations club members keep up good work youre interested Leader Club status club contact Jay Mealy AMA Head quarters further information Once again time space running short its time close Until next time.keep em safe keco em flyin July1993 145 Racing Rainbow Phoenix Pro-Flyers Warbird Race support Camp Rainbow kids stricken cancer Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon / WashIngton 1 1 District Report Ed McCollough Vice President n PO Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-4439 CompuServe address E-Mail 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Boa 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman PO Boa 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Dave Mullens 1S559 Palentine Ave Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline P0 Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 bad news Word Eugene Paul Agerter died February 16 Paul 64 died probably known genial host hobby truck showed up year Northwest Regionals control line fliers particularly western part country known because owned best control line-centered shops West Eugene Toy Hobby Shop Paul served Japan late 40s recalled Korea 50 came back Eugene joined fathers business Magazine Exchange Later business became Eugene Toy Hobby Over years Paul gave himself ways As fervent advocate hobby besides annual trips hobby truck Paul always generous merchandise supplied prizes way supported sponsored Regionals other contests recent years hed turned over reins store sons Mark Alan always thereon site over Memorial Day weekend Well miss Paul will new Scalemasters Regional year addition Farragut June 18-20 Whidhey Island July 24-25 Sky Knights will hold August 13-15 Lenhardts airstrip near Hubbard Oregon Whidbey Island meet flown auxiliary strip naval air station strip long smooth ideal ducted fans aircraft small wheels possible drive site approaching north reputed beautiful drives exist although Ive yet taken Personally prefer ferries tnp over water newest scale contest site near Hubbard Oregon area isnt quite picturesque either Washington sites whole lot real estate drive pleasant field nice will very enjoyable contest Lenhardts runway paved grass extension/overrun mowed fairly short So will pavement must have grass aircraft A/C have difficulty tarmac AVP Jerry Holcomb main contact can telephone him 206 892-7732 Jerry like has daytime job its best call him evening class marks members OMAS #1 moved dates annual gettogether August 7-8 done would no conflict Sky Knightssponsored Scalemasters meet Now puts two great opportunities model activities Portland area successive weekends like relaxed flying super place watch action munch goodie snack bar journey OMAS Sit among trees daring aviators coax winged marvels through blue Mark calendars since its great place fly best just simply watch note Mark Wahlster [503] 873-3775 Mike Hazel [503] 364-8593 interested control line flying Mark Mike organizing fun fly club Salem area Anyone interested should get touch either Up Alaska things getting warmer its too long before annual Alaska State Champs need excuse beyond just showing up super contest run very congenial crew anyone interested airplanes fly off water just has visit Anchorage least once number float-craft available documentation unreal diversity high purist might ask sheer number A/C overwhelming Puyallup its usual super place lots lots A/C photograph First Nonmilitary Stand-off Scale Jerry Grays Curtiss JN-4 Canuck Jerry did incredible job reproducing original Hes Sky Knight Paul Hardings Canadair CL-215 bottom previous column third Nonmilitary Stand off Scale Pauls Barons member assume hell fly beauty Farragut June Best Show Aircraft first RC Stand-off Scale went Mike Brewers Drl Mike has doing very well scale wars can see look super job did fine A/C Mikes lower Colum bia RC member Second U/C Joe Dills sweetly done Stuntwagon Joe Seattle Skyraider Theres nostalgia once buried nose SW tree limb general shot some A/C pretty fair mix types too events works summer just around corner Prestige Meet held Medford Eagles Roost near White City June 19-20 Bill Giosi would like have pattern types show up can reclaim lost trophy Eagles will also host Big Bird Fly-In over Fourth July weekend Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers RAF will hold annual Pattern Contest Chelan July 10-11 same weekend Pinehollow well Lilac City Fan Fly Spokane sailplanes Mt Vernon Q-500 racing both Missoula Prineville RCFCBC have four-stroke fly-in Frys Corner 11th lESS will hold Electric Old Timer Scale somewhere Spokane vicinity want up-to-date info contest activity send stamped self-addressed envelope Bill Smith contest coordinator ask district contest schedule Tell him Ed sent 146 Model Aviation 4Second Precision Scale Hall Springfield Bulldog Racer James 0 Olson Mr Olson RAMS member First Giant Scale went lovely Super Cub floats also Jerry Gray PR Roundup/Styles Continued page 132 meeting Eusebio Ive got say impressed greatly energy loyalty club sport AMA Meeting him very positive experience made side trip Richmond near San Francisco visit Bay Area RC Society BARCS club has using flying site close waterfront property now market people have great interest what happens California Fish Wildlife Department Trust Public Land club owners propertyall have stake what develops State representative Robert J Campbell kind enough host meeting office Richmond bring interested parties together Wes Meahan arranged meeting also invited stay overnight him home Much appreciated Wes would remiss didnt thank Barbara Renaud Airtronics allowing use desk telephone plant Irvine would also like thank staff friendly welcome daily greetings February 12 stopped San Juan Capistrano see Mark Thiffault publisher Model Builder magazine Gallant Publications showed around its extensive facility introduced staff sent way San Diego cup homemade coffee Sound & Model/Crispin Continued page 132 Vibration isolation Vibration isolation has getting usage time Builders fliers have come recognize benefits derived proper application isolation devices larger gas engines some four-stroke engines have created particular problems Both have seen some improvement 12-cubic-inch four-stroke engine used F3A aircraft has special problem engine operates especially high amplitude vibration level number mounts have offered varying degrees success David von Linsowe Performance Products Unlimited 7093 East Dodge Rd Mt Morris MI 48458 has placed production what should After seeing Mark often shows nice visit him home ground highlight trip came right beginning have dear friend Los Angeles Henry Serrano Villard Henry has distinguished past diplomatic service USA lifelong aviation buff author two excellent books early days flying Can imagine someone saw Blriot Wright brothers fly Henry did Boggles mind Oh yes Henry bom 1900 still active sharp tack age 17 donated cup model airplane competition using own personal funds Yes date 1917 Villard Cup see photo offered national competition eventually won three times Chicago club gave club right keep 1992 Henry learned cup located plans being made return him felt suitable place its final repose would magnificentAAerospace Museum Balboa Park San Diego So arranged get cup California present museum management G James Jim Alaback museum man renown aviation world also columnist Model Builder accepted Villard Cup behalf museum January 18 1993 Henrys home Los Angeles very pleased participate ceremony As can see photo pleasant occasion time Henry informed us age 93 working two books hopes have ready publisher look year very useful 12 user David has used mount system own alrcraft year doing development proofing David know personally making use laboratory testing mounts can provide vibration 0-level data mounts photo left shows mount com ponents center photo shows mount YS 12 installation permits engine beams firewall much lighter construction usual Safety It impossible overcautious working around propeller especially true starting engines best bet keep hands fingers completely clear propeller method use chicken stick Several have available smaller engines years None have around well suited larger engines big props wish him best health fortune plans congratulate him contributions United States general world aviation particular must mention Larry Fogel La Jolla son Gary have worked hard getting Torrey Pines cliffs designated National Historic Site able spend some time Larry last day trip took magnificent cliffs allowed fly four-meter sailplane beautiful ship great performance lot model flying going shared airspace hang gliders parasailers Larry kept sharp eye Out intruders managed experience mishap made time chat Roger Jaffe San Diego Roger has done terrific job County Chapter 27-plus clubs area working county preparing excellent regional guidebook clubs flying sites spare time husband father hard worker profession editor District 10 newsletter final word another AMA stalwartPat Hart Los Angeles Orange County Club Guide fame Pat attended couple meetings spoke always good see him Thanks Pat AMA sport Time go next month now market Davis Model Products PO Box 141 Milford CT 06460 has come up two sticks called Start-R-Stik smaller size designed props up 14 inches diameter larger big props over 16 inches diameter Start-R-Stik definitely husky enough handle big engines device has very good grip flange keep wayward fingers away prop photo below shows both sizes Bob Davis has innovative area diesel engines mounting engines quiet mufflers has also packaged neat clip securing fuel line carb fitting Check Bob local dealer items Next month next issue will provide information some upcoming bits make aircraft operation quieter safer greater pleasure 1993 147 y 1u mourn insiaiiaiion iarier iICKS