The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation
Edition: Model Aviation - 1986/10
Page Numbers: 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 116
The National Aeronautic Associations Elder Statesman Aviation Selection Committee composed distinguished members aerospace community announced following individuals honored Elder Statesmen 1986 JB Doc Hartranft Jr Anthony Tony Levier John Paul Riddle John Worth awards will presented Clifton F von Kann president NM luncheon hosted Aero Club Washing ton October 281986 Washington DC DocHartranft Chairman Board Aircraft Owners Pilots Association US headquartered Frederick Maryland Tony Levier veteran test pilot merly Director Flying Operations Lockheed Aircraft Corporation California John Paul Riddle founder Riddle Airlines Embry-RiddleAeronautical Company Florida John Worth served Army Air Corps aerial gunner B-29 World War II Following military service became part space dream aeronautical re search technician NACA later become NASA Duringthattime worked scale models spin stall research involved flight testing Ro gallo wing various ideas flying spacecraft back earth Sound ft Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr Flying sites sound obtaining flying sites full-time task clubs days major reasons having work hard problem noise others course much talked about topics sounds powered models make thing stands out minds John left NACA-NASA program 1963 after being elected president Academy Model Aeronautics 1962 about 20000 members severe financial difficulty After year president asked become executive director Twenty-one years later end 1985 AMA over 110000 membersabuildingand museum its own operating budget over 35 million dollars selection committee chaired Mr Duane Ekedahi president Aero Club Washington included Albert W Black burn WalterJ Boyne Smithsonsian Institu tion Jim Gormley General Aviation Manu facturers Association John Grigg president Academy Model Aeronautics William C Laliberte Ed Milauckas Aerojet Corpora tion William Patternson General Electric Ed Pinto Aircraft Owners PilotsAssocia tion J Rankin Helicopter Club America John St Peter AVEMCO Corpora tion Floyd J Sweet Soaring Society America Robert Van Housen United Air lines National Aeronautic Association oldest independent public service non-profit aviation organization United States Since 1905 has representative Federation Aeronau tique Internationale FAI NAA sanctions certifies US full-scale national international aviation space flights honors citizens have contributed signi ficantly development US aviation space education Through NM AMA US aeromodeling representa tive FAI people Safety another serious sub ject Safety however something easily practiced everyone always practiced can very little effortmostly matter common sense good habits problems sound simple have literally millions engines out real world operated sound levels get us trouble Let us look realistically terms flying sites Until time comes can operate everything have levels Continued page 104 late 1985 Rosemary H utchinson estab lished permanent fund memory husband Tom avid Free Flight enthu siast Tom spent much modeling time giving helping hand beginners espe cially young people Mrs H utchinson felt annual scholarship could lend finan cial helping hand college age students would fitting memorial husband love model aircraft total funding scholarship has provided Mrs Hutchinson winner 1986 Bryan Fulmer Mishawaka Indiana very keen Free Flighter Bryan has competed local state national competition example 1985 Nats took first places H LG wood HLG Hi-tech AMA Scale Peanut Scale Easy B Introduced model aviation father several years ago Bryan has strong positive contri butor club sport area five children brother three sisters Bryan isjust completing first year Mechanical Engineering student Pur due University Lafayette IN wish him success uni versity career check $500 has mailed him assist expenses Good luck Bryan Sig Memorial Scholarship Program Scholarship Fund created Hazel Sig president Sig Manufacturing Com pany honor husband will help four college-age students higher edu cation plans Glen Sigafoose co-founder Sig Manufacturing killed 1980 Pitts Special crashed during aerobatic display financial contributions friends Sig Company other sup porters fund administered Continued page 104 AMA HO SERVICES STAFF 0 Executive Director John Worth 0 Executive Coordinator Joyce Hager 0 Comptroller GiseleJackaon S Competition Services Director Micheline Maditan Nets General Menager Vince MankowakiS Special Services Director Carl Maroneye Membership Director Carol Merfeld 0 Special Events Director Douglas Pratt 0 Public Relations Director Geoff Styles S Technical Dlrector Bob underwood @ Administrative Coordinator Bob Voislavek 0 Publications Director Carl R WheeleyS General Counsel Jeremiah Courtn 100 Model Aviation AMA HQ Executive Director including reports AMA President Executive VP Vice-Presidents Elder Statesman ofTom Hutchinson Aviation AwardMemorial John WorthScholarship AMAs Executive Council lequivlent Board Directors basically composed President Executive Vice President Executive Director 11 district Vice Presidents officers provided space month AMA News publication What say space however isa matterot personal viewpoint sole responsibility author views may may represent official position AMA Executive Council rPre sidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger DriveHome 716 434-3955 Lockport NY 14094Work 716631-6314 Goodbye Dan world model aviation lost very very fine person June28 Dan Pruss taken us Dans recognition sport legion within country around world well Words failing Dan kind person seek glory rather came him natural part personality Several years ago chosen write Soaring column Model Aviation maga zine elected FAI ClAM post Chairman F3B Soaring Inter national Subcommittee rules Dan several times team manager F3 B team alongthe way worked F3 B team fielded up through 1983 founders Great Race cross-country sailplane event held year latest being held just short week before passing Dans wife Pat family very close friends go very heartfelt regards AMA Dan will long remem bered contributions sport model aviation now soars Angels Beautiful Message following letter came Mrs Nancy Mitchell editor Sacrat News letter Southern Alameda County CA Please read entire message apologize Mrs Mitchell removing two lines think will understand Hers story about model airplane club Southern Ala meda County Radio Controllers helped little girl learn walk daughter Jennifer born four years ago two major birth defects atresias blockages small intestine arthrogryposis multiplex congenita Immediately after C-section birth rushed Stamford University Medical Center four hours surgery remove 45%of hersmall intestine retoverywas uneventful complete arthro gryposis lifelong condition AMC neuromuscular condition results atrophy muscles before birth fixation limitation joints weaknesses muscles varying degrees affects bone development Jenny evaluated ortho pedic surgeon age two months told would spend life motorized wheelchair Surgery would performed legs put position standing standing frame weight bearing being necessary bone strength So age four months underwent surgery correct severe clubfoot deformi ties eight months right knee surgically straightened eleven months tops legs surgically broken rotated inward down ward Just before third birthday stiff elbows bent means muscle transfer finally able touch face age nine monthsJenny began showing ability stand up could keep knees stiff legs together began calling upon talents fellow modelers effort helpJenny walk Al W close constant advisor matters Bill P lent us expertise weld ing made plates bottoms orthopedic shoes Dick M gave us some plastic out made tops braces bought leg pieces local orthopedic store daughter learned stand up Duringthe nextfewyearsJennyfound acceptable useful way getting around-by tricycle Since did have enough muscle strength pedal took pedals off walked around favorite riding place donut meeting monthly meeting model airplane club Around around room rode collecting occasional quarter lots encouragement teasing never bothered airplanes display amazed modeling buddies contributed success Although design braces sufficient couple years advanced enough enable walk Shortly after third birthday Jenny re ceived pair professionally-made AFOsankle-foot orthoses cost $750 Theseboots extremely comfortable help could stand up few seconds Now time serious modeling begin Gary R Dad made second set boots out fiberglass have worked fiberglass know what project boots excel lent job supporting weight much affordable professional braces redesign Mom top braces resulted very comfortable set braces two leg braces held together knee permanent though flexible bar top velcro strip removable Jenny started standing September Christmas brought greatest gift all-Jenny could move own legs holding onto Moms hands March started usingawalker can now walk about ten feet before gets tired must sit down four years old model airplane club now meets smaller room due cost factors riding walking around donut meeting possible Jenny sees modeling bud dies field makes brownies Board meetings house has own RC model car enjoys Some day will have motorized wheel chair trike moving around outside playing friends through efforts RC club learning independent important skill inside classroom summer new boots must made growing girl Keeping Jenny walking will going SACRC project years come Jenny cheerful intelligent four-yearold dismisses circumstances past busy enjoying present can wait tomorrow come Thus find astounding grown men cannot manage same realize aeromodeling business people us enjoyable hobby Although like keeping up news what happening hobby including problems solved particularly interested reading about personality clashes national officers Come guys grow up little bit Few care about personality conflicts positive aspects hobby about enjoy reading think whole thing needs put proper per spective Adults ought know little bit about forgiveness acceptance communi cation compromise making progress would nice read Model Aviation days process has begun Great Honor year National Aeronautic Asso ciation selects among nominees people receive Elder Statesman Aviation award year first time history award man AMA nominated consideration selection committee meeting committee four men selected receive high distinguished award Executive Director John Worth selected great deal pride satisfaction make information public John Worth came work AMA 20 years ago organiza tion didnt look would last long present success due no small part Johns strength courage foresight honor John well deserves honor AMA own has chosen Congratulations October 1986 101 Dan Pruss after fighting cancer almost two years passed away end June Just days earlier Inducted AMAs Hall Fame Dan shown saw him directing RC Soaring meet Executive VPs Report Jim McNeilI AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 promised Council promote mortgage contributions report due larger involved mort gage campaign explained elsewhere However must keep faith mem bers have mailed orAMA Headquarters amount money used against building mortgage prin cipal result reading previous pleas shall certainly have name listed gift dollar Bob Miller President famous Mis sissippi Coast RC Club Biloxi writes Happy 4th July $50 members AMA building fund Enclosed also club patch want see AMA building patch wall Thanks Bob Ill personally hang patch up next time go Reston discover names above styled club members made up $50 dona tion names will appear Lynne Girdner Assistant Comptroller AMA Headquarters writes some sent mortgage money directly Reston OK Lynne Ill list 3 - Honor RollAMA Mortgage Miss Coast RC gHal Crews & Cutbank MT Snowbirds Barber South Africa Richard Mastin Ohio 3 john Yarger Ohio G R Brenda Gilleft David C Roberts II Max Kathleen Plyrnette $5000 m 500 500 500 50 Attention Hal Crews Hal mentioned letter Lynne club has 10 members 10 kicked 5 bucks make up above listed $50 Same offerto Bob Miller send names Ill sneak am soli citing contributions must keep promises might get impeached listing names very fine unselfish contributors would noble way can think impeached members havedonatedadollarormoresend meyour picture Ill spirit page also Come think can send picture donating anything member can find room Ill include it.. Brad Harrington Rochester NH writes think moving Nats around gives modelers spectators chance parti cipate great modeling organization am against permanent site Thanks Brad Richard Wickline Ed McCol loughs fine AVPs District Xl writes Twenty percent membership 20000 members 20000 mail $50 thats enough pay off mortgage extra can cover cost printing everybodys picture magazine Good idea Richard Ill pass along Council Tfle oiaesx concept model airplanes Free Flight Free Flight contests being conducted asfar back asthe turn century first gas model contest ever held 1913 old Mineola field New York Rubber powered glider contests go back time before ever AMA NAA distinguished group FFers participating hand launched glidercontestatthe RC field Edgewater AL LR Mandy Archer age 9 Carrie Ann Morton age 11 Karen Burks holding principle entrants Caroline Burks 19 months Jasen Archer age 12 woman front Karmen Burks age 5 years firm Please think Caroline Burks being held mother perfectly capable mobility own simply hot day suggested picture mag couldnt find shoes right Carrie Ann overall FF champion meet splendid flight over 22 seconds won $9 FF rubber kit Spitfire Nancy Mitchell Union City CA important editor out writes daughter Jennifer born four years ago birth defects series operations braces have provided means walk makes brownies club meet house can walk little flying field can overcome herage whycannotgrown men same reading ModelAviation want national officers grow up little bit etc compromise make progress Richard Keele San Diego writes hope battle over F3B controversy isnt typical dues money being spent Lets forget hobby pleasure profit want value dues ask two thingsspend money own have fun en Richard snap Todd Gonzales flying airplane wheel chair pretty motherstandingbehindTodd isagoodflier important member Pioneer RC Club California Pioneer club largest world picture mailed clubs distinguish ed editor Mr Tom Patten word about TomTom joined several years ago immediately began program teaching new members fly Today Instructor Chairman organization Tom feels teaching hashelped solidify club help new members learn fly teach safety Ken Willard nationally recog nized model plane designer RC flier same club together another picture same FF meet Tom Hepler launching 020 replica Pacer helicopter site Tom important Contest Director own right well Americas top Free FlightersTomCDsabigannualmeetin Huntsville old municipal airport people come far away Illinois Indiana participate teaching methods practice explana tion demonstration imitation Thanks report Tom 102 Model Aviation Meet Ann CUlt etz ~ew urleans Cliff tuning up little airplane fly Pensacola EF meet other day mile square mowed grass belongs US Navy trust Tommy McLaughlan let him conduct contest helicopter grass almost time has meet Executive Directors View HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Dr Reston VA 22090 AMA Insurance Does Pay off! People including some members some times question whether AMAs insurance really good Such doubt probably comes fact legal reasons typically dont talk about insurance claims settlements last month reported AMA insurance paid out total $489466 over past 10 years Heres specific example Free Flight contest California earlier year participants severely injured motorbike accident taken ambulance hospital airlifted another despite considerable medical treatment died two days later death benefitwas paid amount $1500 under AMAs accidental death indemnity policy AMA members wife addition reimbursement amount $7500 medical expenses anticipated bottom line case came letter AMA widow said Thank help Because wonderful services offered AMA have sell house cover medical burial expenses Dan Pruss.. Attending funeral Dan Pruss Plainfield IL July 2 bittersweet experience sad losing such fine friend thankful nine months pain suffered fight against cancer last over Nobody ever put up deter mined cheerful fight against ravages disease fact still difficult realize lucky see him April annual Toledo RC Conference came obviously having lost lot weight still amazingly handsome simply good looking guy great smile appeared knew Toledo might last public appearance came us enjoyed great meeting him Earlier year arranged Dan receive AMA Distinguished Ser vice Award just before died another honor presentedhis induction Model Aviation Hall Fame Dan died age 54 airline pilot RC Soaring model enthusiast monthly colum niston subjectforthis magazine Hewas years chairman RC Soaring Subcommittee FAIs Committee International Aero Modeling ClAM manager US RC Soaring teams world championships leader RC soarings annual Great Race earlier years SOAR clubs national soaring contest achievements go on achievement stands out above others Dan outstanding goodwill ambassador United States Whether international meetings world cham pionships Dan welcomed listened modelers over world able get people different viewpoints work together solve com mon soaring problems word heard others about Dan respect tremendously admired liked mostly respected Dan honest sincere good communicator world RC soaring benefitted did AMA Dans brother noted funeral should think Dan happy way said day Dan died weather perfect thermals can sure Dan rode greatone during last moments Earth probably still riding waits rest us join him Joe Ott.. great model aviation pioneer Joseph S Ott passed away june 25 1986 Lutheran General Hospital Park Ridge Illinois 86 residentof Niles IL 38 years Joe years widely known designer largest manufacturer model airplanes country member National Free Flight Society Hall Fame also Academy Model Aeronautics Hall Fame gained reputation 1930s model editor Popular Aviation Magazine also author Model Airplanes Building Flying During Depres sion years offered readers full-size plans featured models response overwhelming realized pos sibilities marketing model airplane kits formed partnerships Donald F Duncan Duncan Yo-Yo fame Whitman Publishing Company market Joe Ott model airplane construction kits Jim Noonan told about Joe back 1971 About 1932 1934 Joe put out series 12-in scale kits sold 25 cents drug grocery stores asso ciated Duncan As things got worse Depression Joe scouted greener pastures coming eventually West Coil Electric Co Racine WI Joes ideas included multi-colored boxes done artists blueprint plans hand-sawed printed sheets new-type machine-cut props top grade balsa complete excellent hardware balsa went kits would make tears come eyes today saw three- four-lb indoor stock white flawless go minions kits re tailed ten cents quarter 1940s Joe Ott Mfg Company formed located Chicago its peak company employed over 600 workers turned Out 50000 kits day rubberband-propelled model airplanes Going back earlier years Joe served US Army Air Corps three years Kelly Field TX after World War became Army instructor aeronautics Texas & M College time worked government coverting DH-4s mail carriers During World War II joined Civil Air Patrol Chicago area piloting private plane assignments Following World War II after retiring manufacturing industry spent sev eral years design engineer major corporations across country age 81 briefly re-entered model plane manufacturing business time designing producing phisticated models radio control Joe Otts contributions designing writ ing manufacturing have spanned entire history model aviation ideas always young kept coming up new ones right until end Having suffered through stroke 1985 Joe recovering well spring 1986 talked enthusiastically telephone about getting road again visit friends Unfortunately strong pro gress deteriorated just hoping see him up around once Joe friends again has joined modelers preceded him greatest flying sites above Photo Bill Cough October 1986 103 fitting tribute memory Dan Pruss RC sailplane horizon dusk preparing land after perfect day uan rruss nail Famer see story Sep tember issue Model Aviation people saw hima happy smiling face flying field Joe Ott looked height modeling career age 45 head Joe Ott Manufacturing Com pany Chicago Photo provided Mrs Ott Joe Ott age 801979 tandem wing design built him Bill Gough Joe creating new designs including RC until 1985 Cont pg 100 Academy Model Aeronautics Any student AMA member active modeling background has financial need terms advanced educa tion may apply consideration win ners AMA Scholarships automatically eligible no set number winners year Checks have already sent universities specified 1985 winners Jeff Beeson Crofton MD has received $500 help him education Capitol Institute Technology Laurel MD Jeff plans major Electronic Engineering Technology has model aviation enthusiast almost 10 years likes build fly design miniature aircraft As active club member Jeff taught beginners fly success ful contestant contests Otheractivi ties interest him music bicycling sports especially can participate such racquet ball motor cycles computers high school member National Honor Soci ety Since being enrolled Capitol Insti tute has named Deans List Lynda Foster Advance NC has also received $500 assist towards expenses North Carolina State Univer sity Raleigh Aiming degree Physical Mathematics Sciences Lynda first year study After very successful high school career John N Norton Mocksville NC Lynda now working hard achieve Engineering degree actually commenced college freshman year still high school order get head start Model aviation also com petitive field took first place ih 1/2A Mouse Racing Class 1983 Nats big jump up fifth place same event 1980 Nats Betweentheyearsofl98l 1984 Lynda Sound earned 20 first-place awards 26 second-place awards Control Line com petition An excellent achievement Kevin Herreman Hancock Ml enrolled Mechanical Engineering program Michigan Technological University Hough ton working degree Mechani cal Engineering would like open own model airplane company future years specializing Sport Scale military airplanes Very active high school earned letters debate football Kevin now involved university sports college radio station president house college group flies uni versity RC club recent years has active flier Tn-Valley Club got Montezuma IA placed 15th Sig MACS event latest aircraft Super Chipmunk F4U Corsair Kevin Mendenhall Logansport IN sophomore Rose-Hulman Institute Technology attended Pioneer High School Royal Center graduating 40 GPAas numberfive class Hewas member National Honor Society won letter basketball also won several awards art special interest Fellowship Christian Athletes 1984 received award being outstanding student government Indiana Secretary State As active member flying club Kevin worked hard part field preparation team took part mall shows along father designed several models Always hand always willing help Kevin popular cheerful positive atti tude Since admission Rose Hulman Kevin has named Deans List wish him continued success whole purpose Sig Fund make possible young people achieve better education become assets themselves nation through excellence believe Glen Sigwould very proud 1985 groupof winners Wanted Professional video producer director modeling experience production AMA films/videos Contact preferably writing John Worth AMA Headquarters Cont p 100 Side view Tarno muffler acceptable neighbors need view flying site issue some longterm understanding clubs establishing sound levels restrict what can operate means several things can fly Sailplanes Electrics too much difficulty Sailpianes takeafairamountofroomforthe launching devices addition can operate igni tion engines relatively quiet run larger props lower frequency become accept able Some such K&B 20 can operate levels will permit used Quiet Fields solution new changing clubs does nothing older clubs run ning bigger power need room prevent footprint extending out area complaints talking rather long distances talk aircraft Aerobatic categories Pylon Giant models have problem begin get new satisfactory flying site alternatives going place fly Going local authorities step should pursued greatest extent possible good folk have landfills can used few purposes isolated locations often requirement establish ment fill first place fill sites going good need check out small its impossible keep flying well inside perimeters additional buffer Continued page 106 104 Model Aviation Scholarship connecticut Maine acltusetto Hampshire Rhode island ont DISTRICT REPORT Don Krafft District Vice-President PO Box 1828 Duxhury MA 02331 617 834-6248 Associate Vice Presidents Gerald Browe PO Box 4384 Middletown RI 02840 Bill Chandler PO Box 441 Orland ME 04472 Drew Davenport 33 Ash St Townsend MA 01469 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex Jct VT 05482 Al Novotnik 4 Beverly P1 Norwalk CT 06850 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymooth NH 03264 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Simsbury RC Club Simsbury RC Club formed 1968 has AMA Charter No 192 majority 50 members favor trainers old timers pleasant stunters interest helicopters starting develop considerable interest sailplanes mostly two meter using 049 power assist some very pleas ant flying club field borders ridge used hang gliders known Talcott Mountain thermals quite active May 31 1986 meeting two items raffled off OS 40 engine donated Dave ]ansen other beautiful needlepoint donated Jean Moore see photo wish photo color beautiful colors could ap preciated value $100 placed work purposes raffle would have worth much winner engine Julian Glassman winner needlepoint would believe Julian Glassman have heard won Connecticut lottery night also Wingbusters Control Line Contest Most information taken New England Stunt Team newsletter written Cher Morris did attend contest left before results posted contest held May 18 Bridgewater College under direction George Higgins first contest season area 18 contestants three father-andson competitors present Dave Doug Cook Jack John Steller Jerry Jerry Rudzinski Sr Jr understand added attractions contest happened aircraft took off its own including handle linesit ended up tree about 65 above ground Bridgewater Fire Dept came rescue hook ladder truck retrieved airplane no damage lost lines large thank Bridgewater Fire Dept service Results contest Expert Advancedintermediate Casxle Cook Doug Bowen OlsonMorrisRudzinski Sr LillyConnorsSteller John Beginner Cregoire Fisher RudzinskiJr Bridgewater Pattern Contest fifth Pattern contest held Bridgewater June 21 22 1986 43 contestants traveled far NewJersey Pennsyl vania New York attend weather finally cooperated both days nearly perfect Saturday fairly windy did seem affect flying Six rounds flown using contestant judging two full days flying 10 novice entries pleasant surprise hope means interest Pattern competition dark area contest lack club members help Three people worked nearly day first day day second Tony Almeida scoring Jerry Browe transmitter impound John Quero did scoring posted scores addi tion Barbara Krafft worked day both days doing scoring Chuck Smith Bryan Birtwell Bob Engleman provided help times give other people break large thank people found out five people put Pattern contest absolute minimum Scanner I used District scanner during own Pattern contest good unit does take some time get used its operation feel having scanner available gives some reassurance fliers can check frequency before fly desire should also help find frequencies use around flying site clubs information Write George Wilson District frequency coordinator information Model Aviation Day planning pro gressing Model Aviation Day November 9 1986 Halifax Country Club far planned have displays Control Line demonstrations seminar electric aircraft probably float flying design float-equipped aircraft afternoon Geoff Styfes AMA headquarters will provide information flying sites community relations would like see least member club attend meeting believe clubs could learn much what hap pening rest country Safety Everyone seems talk about safety hate mention again props still attacking hands have learned two very serious accidents friend Arizona know details left hand hurt enough cost him least month off jobAnother did serious damage mans left hand mainly thumb area understand surgeons bill alone will over $7000 So please believe warnings cartoons advice tune engines rear take possible precaution can know saying always careful nearly time flying site see people could careful October 1986 105 Mr Thomas ciateley witn nis uristol 1986 recipient John Hiatt Award exemplary club member Jim Chadwick L receiving trophyfrom Don Krafft R CD Bridgewater Pattern Con test Tony Almeida C awards check $15 first place advanced Rosemary Glenn Simpson preparing aircraft fliqht Carrier event Mrs Jean Moore winner needlepoint Julian Glassman Doug Cook new aircraftthe Tel Star flown Bridgewater meet New Jersey 5 New Ysrh II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District I Vice-President 36-29 213 Street Bayside NY 11361 7181 225-8319 Associate Vice Presidents Pete Bianchini 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Tom Brown P0 Box 861 APO NY 09123 Frank costello 27 Kearney St Dover NJ 07801 Frenk Dreach 9 Willow Ave Piscataway NJ 08854 Ray Juschkua 7 Evergreen Ave Naw Hyde Park NY 11040 Hank Likes 46 Gory Dr Toms River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Lane Phoenix NY 13135 Pnquency Coordinator George Myers 70 Froalich Farm Rd Hicksville NY 11801 Second District Thoughts Henceforth utterings shall kept minimum effort comply Managements recent edict reducing allowable length VP Reports thus reversing its proclaimed authorization contrary month ago Sic transit gloria mundi Flight Round names Bill Lindemann Doug Figgs familiar District 2 other Control Liners far wide Thanks Bill friend Alex Ortiz able present shot Doug center Bill presents trophies Russ Hunsberger contest held Bills club Edison Recreation Area MAC ERMAC Metuchen NJ Back Action Recall depressing pictures featured column year ago extensive damage inflicted malicious person group upon blacktop runways Blue Angels flying site Ferry Point Park Bronx Well story has happy ending last Saturday Angels celebrated year uninterrupted flying off great new runways hosting Youth Day great experience Angels also great number children kept RC Buddy Boxes goingfull bore Shown L istheAngels president Bob Greenburg Richmond Model Flying Club As reported earlier above Staten Island organization well AMA celebrating its 50th Anniversary presents spectacular Model Air Show year its Gateway Recrea tion Area flying facility Staten Island serves well Host Club year no exception according Larry Katz past president attendance year May 24th exceeded 4000 Accord ingly surprised learn club has cited excellence Presi dent Reagan joint resolution New York State Legislature know modelers share pride such distinction recognition hobby sport indebted club secretary Bob Kaczmarek following panoramic viewofsaidAirShowon May25thatStaten Islands Great Kills Park Seymour Poppoly AMA 13776 extend sympathies family friend fellow AMA member Seymour Pop poly death has reported us mutual friend John Day New Jersey Always ready anxious pro mote best interests model aviation AMA fellow modelers Seymour shall remembered revered untiring efforts strengthen per petuate Interstate Model Flying Club through perservrance admin istrative ability became club having largest membership country duly grateful Seymour much Flushing Control Line Association AMA CharteredDoug Figgs referred earlier report solicits telephone mail en quiries interested branch model aeronautics would like pursue such activity site located Flushing Meadows area Queens County New York City Doug has written long letter upon subject regret due said columnar length restrictions am unable repro duce fuller sense including interest ing group called Meadows Controline yes spell L take choice Anyhow whether want fly just join club Doug invites contact him 329 Lincoln Place Brooklyn NY 11238 phone 718 857-9874 CompuServe No 72705130 Radio Control Club Rochester Thanks Air Flow newsletter captioned club located upstate New Yorkjust received note article President Bill Weg man indicating 1986 marks th anniversary contests sponsored RCCR compliments present members great guys like affable Dick Smith Don Steeb Pine Barren Modelers Club Thanks Bert Bush editor 120 Marine Street Tuckerton NJ 08087 have received unnamed newsletter above club appears cover period 1986 present will recalled have previously reported matters involving NJ Pine Barons Radio Control Club two clubs separate entitiesI lieve later Under Wire Just leaving local post office mail report publisher postman handed en velope good friend Ken Koeppel STARS Southern Tier Aero Society con taining page 3 Olean NY Times Herald setting forth great length detail article wonderfully written staff writer newspaper named Rosemary Daley concerning RC Scale model dr nat described quarter scale Curtiss A-i Triad hydroplane model article its actual news print copy including picture model its talented builder Bob Dunn also STARS member does lend itself reproduction Ken will send us glossy photo along per mission Ms Daley paper publish shall pleased report fur ther upon model what said faithful replica 1911 Navys first airplane Gear Up Locked SoundCont pg 104 between present future development may well seriously consider site club flies quiet models means grab onto fill site What left something considering farmers today making money off land would welcome small amounts income large tracts land could support field well inside boundaries property would well away un friendly neighbors person would need get agreement would landowner question find fields answer very simple has used District IV magic formula Advertise well thought out advertisement local papers farm journals other publications will trick get responses remains survey sites work up lease agreement owner Con sider need great deal land actually fly need rather large area fly over land can crossed recover rare fly away out damage crops etc good shape care cuttingthe field other maintenance will enhance occu pancy property Doug Holland Associate Vice Presi dent North Carolina told another method some might consider Make sure clean before trying As should know news stories TV programs other sources southern half country sometimes used transport certain illegal mer chandise Doug tells live areas go local sheriff stand chance getting wind great flying site What ask sheriff hewould land adrugflightinthearea business just might best bet site Consider. want remote site away prying eyes ears exactly what drug Continued page 107 106 Model Aviation Ohs sytvania 0 West Vngisia III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District I Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Associate Vice Presidents Eva Biddle 2156 Street Road Warringlon PA 18976 Bob Dively 29326 Gates Mills Pepper Pike OH 44124 Francis Ftuharty 504 21st St Vienna WV 26101 Corky Heitman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackson 1025 Walnut St Phitadeiphia PA 19107 Eugene Shelkey 217 Euclid Ave Scottdate PA 15683 Frequency Coordinator James Bearden 5552 Posrun Ct Cincinnati OH 45239 Phone 5131 542-4406 After spending couple peaceful weeks Australia sure shock come back hustle bustle home Sally agreat time stayed Brian Dot Greene first met 75 World Championships hos pitality could surpassed Austra lians lot however found odd bunch drive wrong side road hold forks wrong hand speak language bears slight resemblance English know spite inherent problems society have managed make great beer fly model airplanes very well quite impressed theirflying ability would guess would com petitive appropriate class anywhere United States also attended club meet ing Id have say meetings just like Elections done quickly defend yourself might just find yourself elected something also honored wives worked very hard organizing club activities contests years presenting beautiful silver tea set congrats Bev club officers out listening look around yourself see similar award might appropriate someone involved clubs activities trip once again showed mod elers same worldwide Thanks Eddie Low Brian Dot Greene John 0 making trip much fun mailbag recently has indicated lot concern about new RC frequencies AMAs phase-in plan seems some people have become dis enchanted finding cant discriminately use old channel combi nation standing just old distance apart people saying change phase-in plan seems no consensus what change Some say ban AM EM will work others advo cate use AM Some con vinced unless throw out virtually existing radios replace new modern ones system doomed leaves us frenzy trying decide what problems sugges tion comes someone problem suggestion would reduce prob lem may unacceptable other areas two extremes solution pretty obvious fly time other junk existing radios re quire club members purchase new radios same brand model en sure compatibility although latter doesnt guarantee can operate combinations reasonable degree care phase-in plan best attempt compromise between two extremes reasonable plan assumes transmitters meet specifications required FCC-type acceptance assumes radios kept tuned competent service per sonnel Unfortunately such case finding substantial per centage transmitters outside specifications causing problems view no plan going bullet proof doesnt include some restrictions use old radios restricts number frequencies use particular field accommodate use older sets Now doesnt AMA simply say use 5 6 no prob lem will exist Because same 5 6 may work given field due outside interference particular frequencies have solution acceptable interests meantime Ive seen reliability fewer crashes fewer glitches last few years ever before Admittedly tend see com petition fliers tend use newer equipment fact remains phase-in plan works given chance us Executive Council awatting feasibility study insurance broker self insurance forming cap tive insurance company purpose Most council members Ive talked expect recommend take step some wonder four dollar increase dues 1987 will enough fund start-up costs am wondering too wont must decide proceed overwhelming response July August columns subject indicates willingness whatever necessary ensure have insurance costs am sure large portion sick hearing about current controversy tween District 10 VP Dave Peltz Presi dent John Grigg have asked whats going have expressed opinion thatthe whole situation child ish agree simply read Daves column August issue consider written after council rejected charges unanimously 10-0 can get feel frustration being felt rest council column basically toned-down version what must nearly 100 letters have circulated him whomever will listen hoped recent hearing would put end controversy made mistake agreeing have President Grigg write up synopsis hearing magazine anyone else written same synop sis probably would have passed un noticed however because Grigg wrote Dave felt respondand hence August column controversy now once again escalating will lead knows sincerely hope can con tain struggle get back pro ductive sessions necessary AMAs pros perity feel sure eventually will meantime human nature will preclude simple solution Saying month Hear side will darkhear both will clear SoundCont pg 106 runner chooses Give try Report tidal well last article mentioned sound level monitoring Montgomery County Maryland officials recent contest draft results county sound measurements follow county made sound measurements McMap June14 result meet ing residents Oscaloosa Drive environmental monitoring personnel Ac cording sources meeting called ldamae Garrott Dist 19 delegate Maryland State Government meet ing held residence Oscaloosa Drive draft report results measurements reviewed July 1 Dept Recreation Environmental Monitoring Solid Waste Management DCRC President C Ahern requested Dept ofRecreationAbriefsummaryofthe conclusions recommendations follows Conclusions No models violation singly pairs due short duration sound emphasis added Note some allowance regulation sound levels above 55 dBA short periods About29% aircraft could have violation edge landfill Grinnel Terrace because sound dura tion DCRC operating safely because no lost control model during measure m ents because model sound has higher fre quency components both amplitude frequency content change rapidly dur ing maneuvers possible resi dentsare impacted bysound characteristics rather sound level possible reduce sound levels 7 dBA 80% moving runways 1000 feet ESE Grinnel Terrace barrier effect landfill edge will reduce 7 dB models below 400 feet Recommendations models meet 98 dBA three meters using FAI method sound directives remain posted bulletin board consideration made move runways 1000 feet ESE because no violations runway re location normal planning budg eting process Department Recreation insist west runway used take offs Model aircraft operations should prohibited during periods high-velocity west winds Department Recreation re quire flying east N/S runway future N/S runway asked report clearly state no sound level violation Osca loosa Drive recommended restric tive measures implemented until Grinnel Terrace finished Advised submitted plan relocation 1500 feet ESE present runways distance need restrict use west runway would have removed new location no word relocation plan Continued page 109 October 1 986 107 Delaware ricr Columbia land h Carolina IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Howard Crispin District IV Vicc-F cIent Dli Drerjrwooi rr Ckarlclttesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Rabara 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144 Chuck Foreman 607 Pohite Dr Mechanicsburg VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Raymond Lelrancos 465 Chinguapin Tr Christiansourg VA 24073 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mocknville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobacci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28301 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Summer time travel have doing plenty month June go July does offer much else will print after Nationals done gone did see missed 50th Anniversary Celebration As written onlytwo weeks Couple days away 7 June traveled down Hunters ville NC event extremely pleased see dedication new field may prove best state perhaps East Mecklinburg County has provided landfill used model aircraft park through efforts both Radio Control Control Line fliers Charlotte area hear reports clubs fighting over field rights joy see several Radio Control clubs Control Line club share field put forth joint effort obtain site Huntersville site will complete though dedication much work remained done will several Control Line circles paved grass Metrolina Control Line Society anticipates being able once again very prominent AMA Control Line sponsorship major contests three Radio Control clubs area will also prominent Cabarrus Radio Control Fliers Charlotte Aeromodelers Hornet Aeromodlers Society AVP Charlie Spear former AVP Bill Helms attendence dedica tion Dave Burton behind RC pro gram Craig Sloan head CL portion Park officials represented Mr Dewitt Reid made presentation no doubt whatsoever Mecklinburg Parks Recreation Departments enthu siasm project Mr Reid made quite clear remarks provide some measure appreciation Academy action Park Com mission Mr Reid accepted plaque ex pressing position Picture number depicts Mr Dewitt Reid Park Commis sioner Dave Burton VP day spent displaying fine art aero modeling number categories grand openIng Landfills becoming plentiful time goes extremely well suited purposes cannot used major construction number reasons usually quite some dis tance removed populated areas area getting close completion should con tacting local authorities Draw up sketches details requirements make presentation need assist ance making up outlines feel free contact AMA Headquarters Contest Activity Bealeron Virginia always pleasant Radio Control Scale contest site two contests year early held end June sponsored Howard County RC Club Columbia MD second sponsored DCRC September turnout June con test up last year always good sign Except thunderstorm across field middle after noon weather good Flying Circus put usual fine performance Sunday afternoonincluding display CAP-20L existence Some may aware L stands light 20L wood construction light Among winners year first female RCer can recall Bealeton second place Team Scale very well done PT-i 9 pictured photo number two handiwork Janice Belton Catonsville Maryland Janice said has building several years first contest Husband Larry Belton flier need see women out building flying have long background doing hard work contests Janice proves can join ranks competitors Janice intends become competent flier also Photo number three taken last week end Fentress Naval Air Landing Field Chesapeake VA site twoday soaring contest occasion stop present Herk Stokely AMA Superior Service Award Herk has worked diligently some years soaring aspect sport has served news letter editor Tidewater Model Soaring Society authored series compen dium soaring called Soar Tech spent countless hours Chairman F3B Team Selection Committee familiar Soar Tech should know technical journal soaring Herk puts out periodically cost current issue Number 5 Number 6 will out shortly available Herk $500 address 1504 Horseshoe Circle Virginia Beach VA 23451 As stated above third photo taken Fentress Jamie Drew aged twelve Jamie took first Sportsman Soar ing contest besting adult fliers class What makes better Jamies first-ever contest Beale ton ladies turnat Fentress Juniors turn makes well worth see activity Whatever else sport get out encourage categories important Passing Friend good news sometimes get some bad news true now South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group newsletter notice passing Clarence Barnes Clarence hardworking unsung members find club served Vice President acting President helped newsletter enthusiasm personality apparent PR work did club well other effort expended making SEVRCG better club will sorely missed byall AMA Film Library Presently stock 19 films can rented AMA Chartered Clubs Open members $10 additional $50 deposit required 16mm color sound partial listing follows Send pre-addressed stamped business-size No 10 envelope Film Librarian Academy Model Aeronautics full listing films order form Diamonds Sky AMAs latest film 1986 showing major aspects Radio Control activity including Soaring Helicop ters Electric Power Aerobatics Pylon Rac ing Scale Thus world RC portrayed beautiful color excellent narration concerning what RC about About 30 minutes long AMA film Jay Gerber Pioneers AMAs latest film 1985 Good brothersWalt Bill tell efforts 1930s 19408 develop successful Radio Control system own spectacular movies days included footage before World War II afterward signifi cant entertaining part model aviation history About 27 mm long AMA film Jay Gerber 108 Model Aviation Alahama 0 Florida gia issippi to Rico V Sooth Carolina oersee DISTRICT REPORT Lee Webster District V Vice-President 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Phone Work 1615455-6100 Phone Home 615728-3283 Aasoclate Vice Presidents Edward Hunter Rt 3 Boa 288 Arnory MS 38821 Richard Jackson 2118 Thornlne Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Arthar Johnaon 932 Banyan Dr Delray Beach FL 33444 Joseph Micalizzi SR 00866 Boa 1532 Fajardo PR 00648 Ed Moorman 85 12th Street Shalimar FL 32579 Dick Patton 788 Bailey Brook Circle Birmingham AL 38244 Tom Thacker 1401 N Hairston Rd 4r3B Stone Mountain GA 30083 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields P0 Boa 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32048 Phone 904684-2817 Never knew OldTimer events held District 5 until began receive district newsletters Most seem have small attendance nevertheless enjoy local popularity Im Old-Timer enthusiast has tried expand interest part hobby supporting contests local area limited success occurs part problem may lack com munication between interested groups about groups out thatfeelas howaboutsendingme anoteon yourfeelingsandyoursuggestions what should done Maybe some thing like District 5 Old-Timer report newsletter would consider beingthe focal point collecting editing such news letter Let know what think Maybe some District 5 SAM group willing take project lets hear District 5 continues very active PR area planned demonstrations air shows mall shows training sessions very healthy trend months photo shows two members Daytona Beach Radio Control Association conducting class aviation RC modeling very good way carry modeling message public Information RC Pattern enthusiasts Mr John Fuqua has appointed District 5 RC Aerobatics Contest Board member have rule proposals would like talk about rules other matters john awaits call letter address 724 Diane St Niceville FL 32578 Phone 904 678-4923 Im subject new ap pointees please make welcome newlyappointed Associate Vice President Mr Ed Hunter AVP Mississippi folks over Mississippi have lot activity have needed closer association district office some time Ed already hard work providing service Eds home club Amory RC Modelers address column heading have AMA business would like congratulate him way Amory Newsletter ad dresses very important item pertaining safety need fora preflight check full-scale pilots would never think starting flight full-scale airplane until check assured us plane airworthy Yet somehow important safety step often overlooked about crank up 10-lb 100-mph missile call model Amory club proposing club safety officer con duct routine preflight check mem ber planes time time just keep members toes bad idea subject safety idea having club safety officer good also Its probably thankless jobs could go long way prevent insurance problems case accident need sure flier knows AMA insurance carries stipulation flying conducted accordance AMA Safety Code valid means youre caught accident resulting violation code dont collect unusual provision read liability policies will find same pro vision Fun flies its guess thats like RC Old-Timers saw new idea fun flies KCRC Aircratter fly triathalon RC Soaring version club event combines rubber-powered Free Flight models Con trol Line afun fly RC event What great way introduce new modelers some olderapproaches model flying age specialty groups could start new trendmodelers understand appreciate variations hobby Great idea fellows Show way Shangri-la Well want find way contact Norm Purdy ITOMA course Shangri-la name clubs new flying site near Rome Georgia Free Flighters paradise assistance Sam 47 will host Peach State Free Flight Champs October 18th 19th Call C N Purdy Phone 404/428-1 390 instructions get TTOMA also planning series Indoor contests fall winter Watch contest listings put fun contest Mr Bob Baker expressing views SEKS Talks makes case bra change OT Rubber event rules would like see rules changed allow smaller rubber-powered model designs yester day compete Considering success P-30 events probably good idea May allow Pacific Ace 30 become competitive Rubber enthu siasts like idea Plane Talk Cape Coral R Sea Hawks Newsletter lfyou own apersonal computer modem can get AMAs new est service electronic bulletin board called ModelNet ModelNet up run ning nations largest computer net working company CompuServe nforma tion Service can send electronic mail AMA Headquarters locate read current AMA news contest schedules other helpful information participate aero modeling message board join online teleconferences other modelers around world ModelNet has message board section members leave read messages different topics can post announcements local contests club activities AMA Business sec tion Browse through other messages see youre interested can answer ModelNet has Data Library can read access sorts articles files computer pro grams AMA Contest Calendar stored updated twice week have questions about ModelNet call Doug Pratt AMA Headquarters 703 435-0750 Fly Paper May meeting AMA mortgage retirement/reduction plan detailed make out personal check AMA amount find comfort able AMA member gave $5 wed mortgage free SoundCont pg 107 above report courtesy DCRC Newsletter purpose exercise quoting trials tribulations DCRC provide some background experience own efforts DCRC previously stated has almost gredients will found dealing local authorities complainants obtain keep flying sites face problems very important understand deal people reason have need regard feel free write will honest effort assist Hot weather immediate access test vehicles have slowed author down past couple weeks muffler design Tarno Aero Engines 1285 Hodge R205 St Laurent Quebec H4N 2B6 Canada has arrived evaluation com plete analysis has done present time appears meet FAI requirements will let know just well performs unusuallooking muffler see two photosside top views first glance appears flow-through type muffler shown mounted Webra Speed 61 engine testing Tarno quite well known other mufflers carbure tors especially Cox 049 engines next report will cover results measurements Nats Other items will covered become avail able Until word Quietly Club Patches Needed National Center Display have 500 chartered club patches display Reston means about 750/a AMA clubs have representation very popular attraction visitor National Cen ter inspects patch display stands club members always attempt find own club emblem have sent jacket shirt patches us please will soon assembling some new sections patch display can use club patch Dont wait Please now Mail Geoffrey Styles Director Public Rela tions AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Res ton VA 22090 October1986 109 Illinois na ucky ourr VI DISTRICT REPORT Jim Sears District VI Vice-President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Associate Vice Presidents Cal Ettel #3 Castle Drive RR 2 Florissant MO 63034 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Bruce Maloney 418 Reid Street Owensboro KY 42301 Raymond Meyers 7370 Normandie Ct Apt K Hazelwood MO 63042 William G Snasley P0 Box 281 Auburn IN 46706 Bryant Thompson 804 Oakcrest Rantoul IL 61866 Stan Watson 3402 Hickory Lane Hazel Crest IL 60429 Bill Zimmer Box 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Loren HoIm 643 Hill Brook Ouincy$t 62301 Miracles happen finally got weather cooperate enough get some club events month have ball have met very nice people what makes job rewarding Lexington KYforthe Middle Earth CL contestJune 81 like because its low key well run Everyone great time understand theres usually good party Saturday night no exception novice CL guys want get competition stunt flying should try contest size guys bend over backwards make sure get lots help watched helped couple guys great Thats what its about guys gals Middle Earth got see AVP Bill Zimmer again Its hard get talk him person Hes always work ing Therefore end day made day giving AMA Superior Service Award still didnt get talk him went right back work Thank goodness mail thank goodness Bill Zimmers AMA met Bill Seelinger same day Hes pretty good RC Helicopter pilot whos just moved central Kentucky said would glad help anyone learn fly Helicopters help needed can contacted calling 502 227-9063 Bythe way also interested setting up loose group Helicopter pilots cen tral Kentucky area live Louis ville area might try another fellow Helicopter instruction Hes Jim Rosson 502 957-2683 attended Green River Pattern con test June 14 Again beautiful day lots good flying contest also laid back contest Its put year Lebanon-Springfield airport central Ken tucky about three guys say pay back groups put Pattern contests attend think thats nice gesture way neophytes its nice place go ever want get Pattern member club went came back stories tell trophy first try know hell go pattern result Fathers Day June 15 North Point Training Center flying demos employees picnic lot fun large following younger set very rewarding see smiles youngsters Its shame can hold short time another problem us work out some time OnJune2llfound myself inTerre Haute sea plane scramble Scramble just what did too sky constantly full airplanes water dripping tails great sight never flown water before no trouble thing really exciting three quarters lake encircled trees some pretty exciting moments throughout day liftoff real close row trees highlight day watching Ron Pound trying fly canard water never saw fly water sure made much laughter Thank goodness others fly lose face too much June 221 flew Indianapolis forthe Indy East Side Annual Open House club invites public yearforone day demonstrations good fun turnout know people enjoyed well did club turnout great fact people other clubs fill gaps thing interesting about IndyOpen Housewasthatthewind blewso hard guys saying just too windy crowds showed up forgot about wind find amazing forget little things audience hot dog pilots last weekend June took break model aviation go WACO fly-in Hamilton OH Luscombe fly-in Moraine OH Both places fantastic Scale material galore fact fly-ins looked hidden goodies hangars can find some real neat stuff hidden out-of-the-way airports found out just missed group modelers Bedford IN went WACOfIy-inTheytold metheygoeach year cant say blame bit guys love bipes should try attend June first picture month taken Mint Julep Scale contest year guy right AVP southern Indiana area Ken Kern Ken has around loves model aviation Hes good guy call need help just want chew fat can found Bedford IN Give him call Hell talk ya loves bipes way Ken sent picture enclosed article newspaper community well done about model aviation Bedford thinks clubs should take advantage idea Small town newspapers usually need filler material make model aviation material Thats free advertising club next couple pictures fun fly held RC Thunderbirds Marion KY Thunderturkeys Hopkins Co KY Says good turnout weather marginal day area too way guys flew event involves someone catching egg gallon bucket Nuts way joint venture first plan again club too small dont have enough people work might want try method Thanks Larry Woodall info ne Hamilton RC Modelers held third annual four stroke contest June 28 real good time turnout bit low seems compete Confederate Air Force air show Indianapolis think date change next year order Thanks Larry Snedeker info have managed keep politics low keyed column per requests intend carry mode have questions concerns sure write before write some other VP am representative want know howyou feel aboutAMA good bad Just give first shot before write VP outside district sad note months column have informed Dan Pruss has passed away after strong bout cancer will such terrible loss us love soaring unending will missed very much Enough now 110 Model Aviation Good News AMA Film Librarian now has Beta video tapes available sale $2500 following titles included Marvelous Miniatures 46 mins Grand Illusions36 mins Wired Excitement30 mins Adrift Air30 mins Choppers20 mins Order AMA Film Librarian 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Include $2500 foreachtape sure specify Beta shipping charges prepaid AMA Iowa 5 Michigan esota S Wisconsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Peter Waters District VII Vice-President 117 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 CompuServe address EMAIL 700472152 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 Associste Vice Presidents Arthur Arro 1014 Woodbridge Blvd Asn Arbor MI 46103 Jock Fisn 368 Hompden Dr NE Ceder Rapids IA 52402 Russell Knetzger 2625 B Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Robert D Lundberg 4928 Tioga St. Duluth MN 55504 Carl Moha 5024 Lake Mandota Dr Madison WI 53705 William Rohring 4464 Tanglewood Tr St Joseph MI 49085 Ron Sears 132 5 Rostyn Pontiac MI 46054 Frequency Coordinator Bob Stamm Boa 357 Minoqua WI 54546 Nats Lake Charles will now over expect weight loss will again permit snacking pastries next door have arranged combo package seminars Saturday 25th October will Lansing Ml its venue will announced local clubs package has dual purposes will flying field session other something new seminar Contest Directors prospective present ones Geoff Styles Bob Underwood coming HQ par ticipants will have pre-register attend need will hotel will permit booking lunch package deal intending hold similar ses sion Minneapolis early 87 Boyd Bowdish looking dates another Iowa Jack Finn will set up date Gone Flyingforever Its very sad relate passing two very well-known mod elers Dan Pruss although Sevener very active district worked very concientiously Sailplaners leaving will give MARCS Sailplane Symposium feeling something missing also lost Bruno Markiewicz Detroit Balsa Bugs already feel effect having Bruno extremely active cog world Free Flight like spring kept local club active fact passed away doing what much loved chasing model meet provides some consolation knew him Memo ries fine modelers will remain us forever condolances go families fly American listen pilots name its Ted Fancher get Hello him grade takeoff because Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt Clinic pleasant weekend thanks everyone particularly Jim Kreuger family storing must apologize Art Weber for. breaking profile Yep motor quit top overhead eight tells happens allthetime BigArtandArchwerethereand two weeks later loaned District Xl another session Ed McCollough starting fly Electric owes us have field problems simple message whatever takes keep flying restricted use better Two local clubs have severe restrictionsno Pattern flying have fly annual meet public field Noise problems stay everyone Dont go pointing fingers its applies everyone Make move protect field before first complaint starts begining end No field no club AVP Insert Carl Mohs AVP central southwest area Wisconsin pleasure present plaque signifying election Owen Kampen AMA Hall Fame Mrs Randy Kampen MARCS annual banquet Owen did much forthebeginnerin RCwithhiswell-thought out designs well originating 1/2A Pylon Pattern RCs prolific designers has some concern area about land versus air frequency prob lem want thankTechnical Director Bob Underwood prompt responses called upon possibility seller becoming target lawsuit frequency conflict results accident would seem very persuasive argu ment indeed obeying law membership asked contributions build AMA Headquar ters building MARCS under leadership Al Scidmore determined average $1600 per member would pay building save interest proceeded collect send AMA amount 100-plus membership suggest other clubs should meet challenge rather ask outsiders donations new members have never asked donate hope clubs area will get touch whenever can help Safety Milwaukee Circiemasters Stunt clinic Jet Rally Report Art Arro AVP skies over northwest Iowa once again filled fan-powered models during week end June 21-22 1986 spon sored Byron Originals Ida Grove top jet jockeys attended including Tom Cook Bob Violett rally open ducted-fan powered model aircraft ranged simple sport models latest gen eration Scale jet fighters Two days open flying allotted weather marginal during both mornings ever clouds cleared midday permitted everyone fly open flying supplemented full-scale aerobatics including aerial display Bede BD 5J Silver Bullet micro-jet has wing span 17 feet dwarfed several Byron models flown Striking Back demonstration No less three ducted-fan-model versions BD 5J exhibited flown As added feature year technical forums presented several modeling subjects ranging ducted-fan installa tion finishing techniques forums very popular attendees conclusion Jet Rally 86 success demonstrating current state-of-theart ducted fan flight both modelers general public event witnessed Iowa Governer Terry Branstad over 10000 paying spectators ranking among top tourist attractions within Iowa proud have located District VII District Roundup Davidson Aviators have Dip Stick out loose probably looking stolen Safety Flag 0 Does club issue Students Log Book can record progress Elm Creek Flyers write details new award issued Twisted Sticks Maple Leaf treeing model Don Shull got month also have ap pointed safety field marshalls excellent idea 0 Somewhat along same lines Red River RCs have club Insurance officer interface AMA HQ relieve secretary chore Oh Boy goofed made Vera Huss editor Aerobatic Aces Bob Van Singel Apolo gies accepted 0 Lots safety topics news flying screwdriver lakeland RC Club smartened Ron Eigenschink very quickly Sound noise problem clubs taking up challenge reduce ValleyAero Modelers have purchased meter logging data field Make quiet noise October1986 111 Leon Cordy presenting check forAMA Mort gage Fund Milwaukee district meeting Dr Carl Mohs meuleon Wisconsin present ing AMA Hall Fame Award Mrs Owen Kampen Over 100 ducted fan powered models 89 registered pilotsflew during Jet RalIy86 Ida Grove Iowa Art Arro Photo Arkansas siaxa C New Mexico S Oklahoma 0 Texas VIII DISTRICT REPORT Johnny Clemens District VIII Vice-President PO Box 64573 Dallas TX 75206 Associate Vice Presidents Donnie Bolt 1636 Hirrton Dollas TX 75235 Michoel S Harrison 600 T Mom Hot Springs AR 71901 Gene Hempel 301 N Yale Dr Gortond TX 75042 William 1-lurley Iii 927 Commerce Pleosanton TX 78064 Bill Lee 3522 Tamariok Lone Miooouri City TX 77459 Lorry Sartor 1415 Monor Dr Bortleoville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Metairie LA 70003 Chuck Wood 909 Harvard St Clovis NM 88101 Frequency Coordinator Scott Kalmus 814W Centerville *125 Gorlond TX 75041 sometimes neighbors yell loud Can hardly hear motor run Ya know some days no matter hard try just Cant win day starting out like order meet deadline copy hands publisher Carl Wheeley started typing 630 am makingfine progress first page usual six nearly finished stopped bite breakfast came back type writer enthusiastically finished page Feeling very satisfied myself pulled page typewriter great gusto find breakfast big fat moth snuggled up under sheet paper typed mashed v7X$Qvl fool bug over beautifully-typed page Carl Wheeley has fit send copy fresh bug profiles over am having over dont fully understand Carls attitude because after moth perfect true-to-scale one-to-one flying machineat least until profiled hope have chance see 85 Nats worlds truly great magazines AMAs 1985 National Model Airplane Championships Westover Air Force Base Chicopee MA featured beginning page 132 July 1986 issue no less National Geogra phic Magazine publication top three four monthly publications entire world paid-up bona fide member Academy Model Aeronautics entitles wear great bigstuff eating grin face darned smart person have sense enough belongtoan organization art form purpose great enough recognized National Geographic article short superb pictorial coverage makes ache chance in-depth coverage sport/hobby future National Geographic available news stands havent seen try borrow friend see library Great Simply great District VIII business am making two new appointments try turn wheels better AMAs largest district way can effective through improved leadership Considering am appointing enthu siastic AMAers Scott Kalmus new Frequency Coordinator am appointing longtime organizer Bill Lee Associate Vice President Houston area two fellows about experienced could ever find best couple nicest guys youll ever meet Get know District VIII meeting left others mixed emotions left unhappy about what didnt get done because limited time other hand lot fine people met lot other fine people everybody got introduce himself say something Dallas Park Recreation Department let us down badly failing open building already paid until hour-andten-minute delay contracted time make matters worse locked out drizzling rain did finally get meet far too much time spent few subjects others attended because shortness time other hand perhaps dwelling over-long subjects such frequency problems far talked good thing because would indicate greatest problems since discussion before Vince Man kowski AMA HQ some AVPs myself certainly wasted time just wish had time must commend district officers found time attend hope rest will next time Four AVPs attended Dan nie Ball Gene Hempel Bill Hurley champ traveler Chuck Wood Chuck 400 miles go way folks New Mexico corner District VIII give Chuck salute effort also always-friendly smile eagerness get acquainted way Bill Lee came up Houston area though hadnt yet appointed AVP very well represented neck woods Bill also told us good news flying site too working well over 10 years finally dedicated August Congratulations folks area new flying site especially perseverance obtain ing Other groups please note too farahead make hard plans must commend George Wilson San Antonio lot good constructive think ing about District VIII its problems about next district meeting George already offering ramrod meeting 1987 held San Antonio am sure listening course would another 300 miles top Chuck Woods 400-mile present problem will work Ever seen San Antonio Chuck George Wilson president San An tonio Prop Busters mover Ive lot input subject possible redistricting AMAto relieve area membership-percentage work loads some us poor vice presidents make things work efficiently As far am concerned cant see yet dividing country up differently will help much am however making strong effort bring helpful people both advisory active basis Please look names recent appointments will see what mean folks like Mike Harrison Chuck Wood Dannie Ball Scott Kalmus Bill Lee very personable people will great addition leader ship chain will able respond advice simply because enough hours day can bet will sure IisteningtothemAnd knows current list AVPs Coordinators might well next Vice President District VIII Ive served time subject possible redis tricting AMA relieve present VPs workload dont think answer have deep feeling need entirely new direction AMA present under leadership simply burying us paper average AMA mail varies five 15 pounds per week takes least half day begin intelligently read understand another half full day respond major part business council should handling should handled splendid H eadquarters staff special interest groups what have paid Headquarters staff special interest groups am simply horrified what AMA must paying paper postage amount someones time bury Executive Council deluge paper must handle want know what dues money goes Please know tremendous amount buried paper am sure statement will draw fire am witness right express opinion As witness what feel poor planning just received huge stack paper represents proposed agenda Council meeting held during Nats Lake Charles meeting top Nominating Committee meetingto held first thing morning Traditionally meeting during Nats has held absolute minimum because obvious time limitations fact us will too tired really effective top everything else meeting will night important banquet expected attend Now have too much paper darned poor planning sure think AMA needs new direction own humble opinion ovoGotta stop read paperovo SPECIAL OFFER SUBSCRIPTION TO AMERICAN SPACEMODELING Model rocketry $13 for 12 monthly issues normal cost$1 5 official publication National Association Rock etry NAR contains news including contest calendar model rocketry activities plans model rockets helpful hints techniques other details space age form modeling Send $13 check money order no cash please made payable AMA along name address AMA-NAR Subscription Offer 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 11 2 Model Aviation Colorado 0 Kansas 0 Nebraska 5 North Dakota h Dakota Wyomint DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Associate Vice Presidents Frank Clarke 1507 Woodland Beatrice NE 68310 Gene Coroon Boo 2832 Casper WY 82602 Ed Cox 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68208 Dick Crowley 16413 E Stantord P1 Aurora CO 80015 Ross Miller 980 N 3rd Carrington ND 58421 Jim Ricketto 5168 Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 57103 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 9188 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Phone Day 13031 922-8107 Evening 303 938-3286 issue Will reach after Nats Lake Charles over participated hope enjoyed unable attend maybe next year will good year attend As being written 1987 Nats site definitely decided perhaps could host 87 88 Nats District IX Two areas consideration would Lincoln NE again perhaps Bismark-Mandan ND area other District IX areas should con sidered let know touch base AMA Headquarters significant activity District IX mod elers fall will election District IX Vice President national well District IX election AMA President support through taking time make informed intelligent de cision casting ballot timely manner will help assure important business AMA continues appro priate way will give elected positions support needed best job possible Look infor mation candidate statements fall part assure Academy Model Aeronautics continues best serve membership District IX well nationally AMA Executive Council has au thorized Joe Besharto directtheAMA build ing mortgage depletion program Joe has embarked campaign/plan raise funds mortgage may retired thus save AMA substantial interest worries Voluntary contributions being solicited individuals clubs other sources effect goal Look Burn Mortgage logo information future MA issues commit doing part important undertak ingJoe has indicated will keep us posted district progress occurring Ill pass along through column Rob Barnett president Denver RC Eagles shares following report Denver RC Eagles along Cherry Creek State Park have just hosted what think largest Radio Control Pattern meet ever held state Colorado 53 contestants total five states present two-day affair fortunate enough have weather gods give us two gorgeous virtually windless days enabled 53 contestants fly six rounds single hitch contest ants flying finished 430 pm Contest Director Bill Roper did marvelousjob along Denver RC Eagles deserve large pat back job well done 19 Novice 18 Sportsman five Advanced three Expert eight Master fliers event well supported total 37 national sponsors five local hobby stores broad support enabled contestant event worker get prize competing working large thanks supporters well deserved contestants very pleased Eagles organization flying site professionalism contest looking forward returning next year Denver RC Eagles will gladly whole heartedly welcome return john Knight President Basin Mod elers Association Williston ND sends short report April86 static show pictures taken byAVP Russ Miller Russ way received atta boy Williston club beneficial formative club coordinating efforts North Dakota Good work folks Nebraska AVP Frank Clarke reports amid threats rain flooding June fun fly Omaha turned out great 60 models different being presented participation Frank indicates thatthis parti cular event may become yearly super site contest Frank also gives accolades Ron VanOverren president Omahawks club efforts makir event work well Frank also reports Lincoln Skyknights held successful Pattern Scale contest injune close scoringoccurring CD Rich Kerning deserves super big thanks smooth effort yearly meet Arvada Associated Modelers Arvada CO held successful mall show past winterwith awards several categories lots club participation Mall shows con tinue draw positive attention modeling provide incentive stay active during months necessarily conducive flying activities Keep landings soft intentional October 1986 11 3 First-place Novice award presented Robert Bonhoff Goldberg Eagle Greg Corlis flies Dick Hanson calls him Judges Burt Carison Rob Barnett Hows RC runway north 1/4 flight line Would make Nats site Novice winners Leftto Right 5th Joe Piro zolli Arvada CO 4th Rob Barnett Engle wood CO 3rd Al Langford Aurora CO 2nd Paul Munninghoff Colorado Springs CO 1st Scott Olson Englewood CO Jupe Svobada Lincoln Skyknights launch ing Byron F-16 First-place Scale award goes Rod Westrum Cap 21 model Part 0 tue Scale presentation Arvada Associated Modelers Winter mall show some great models show up yearly event Anvona 5 Caldorora 5 Hawai da 0 Utah x DISTRICT REPORT David L Peltz District X Vice-President 20450 Celtic St Chatsworth CA 91311 Associate Vice Presidents Darwin N Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ85251 Glenn carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Bob Kampmann 8312 Kenneth Ave Orangevale CA 95882 Mike Lee 282 Bergen Dr Las Vegas NV 89110 Bob Reynolds RI 8 Sos 51 Tucson AZ 85710 Jim Scarborough 30717 Rue Langlois Rancho PV CA 90274 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave Long Beach CA 90808 Al Tuttle 417 Ehilani St. Pukalani Maui HI 98788 Al Williamson 445 Westby Chula Vista CA 92011 Jon Zeislof 5411 October Way West Valley City UT 84120 Frequency Coordinator George Sterner 2238 Rogue Riser Dr Sacramento CA 95828 Phone 1918 382-1982 Appointments Awards Welcome Jon Zeisloft new AVP Utahtheir first Recently District 10 people have done well otherareas late Dick Everett named AMAs Hall Fame Two other District 10 members have received Carl Beth Goldberg Vital People Award Enrique Arance Upland CA Ed Jack son Imperial Beach CA Im proud represent District 10 can upset some people being written early July 50 have yet left attend Council meeting held Nats Its going very interesting meeting particularly address issue large part pre-election campaignAMA redistricting AMA consists 11 districts same size month Id like tell about AMA District 10 largest concentra tion aeromodelers world largest AMA district number mem bers District 10 includes states CA NV AZ UT HI well Guam covers approximately 474508 square miles As June86 AMA HQ figures home 18439 AMA members 1749% belong AMA Everything AMA set up district equal However lack validity concept clearly shown following chart should speak itself ApprosAnnual Annual Votes Amount Expense Phone AMA DitI MembersDues PaidBudgetBudgetMatters 1018439$346549$2000$6001 51197322303914006001 31148121349414006001 21125721074014006001 81059520077014006001 61039019467214006001 7925117470514006001 4670712630414006001 1596911189814006001 1150099459820006001 943838232914006001 District 10 pays 418 times much money smallest district regard districts expense phone bud gets get back 3/4 cent dollar put treasury District 11 gets back 274 cents dollar put dont think fair Ive quite vocal about So have others earlier presented similar facts figures John Grigg actually accused inflammatory remarks aimed wanting get District 10 pull out AMA What joke thought never en tered mind same subject District 6 VP Jim Sears recently wrote following realize feel AMA owes district its fair share Hell dont wejust moveAMAtoCaliforniaand setupa new organization rest country can have AMA money district Im sorry Dave just get sick tired hearing big district little get money am smaller districts population still have get around just Just live within means have given already get almost half much money I too have expenses reply Jim get sick too Sick want equality favors comes equality paying bill Jim district has 563/u membership active fewer months year districts budget actually 70/n district pays 56% much Jim basic cost phone call AMA HQ nearly 20u/n cheaper house Thats reality Jim Jim Im singling out Look District 11 budget equal theyonlypayin273%ofthedueswe payin larger districts have greater need communicate because going Communications cost money Jim youve openly complained about high phone bill Ive never heard complain about much money weve put AMA treasury pay ManOne Vote Executive Coun cil Contest Board Team Selection Committee votes district gets vote equality Heck no man/one vote basis larger AMA districts always get short changed matter FAI team selection programs best-documented example What goes programs determined com mittees made up representative district fact certain districts no FAI program participants has no bearing getting equal vote Participates No DietFAI Programs 1012 79 88 311 510 210 611 47 118 97 17 FAI Program Pylon Electric Soaring CL Speed Outdoor FF CL Team Race indoor FF RC Aerobatics CL Combat Helicopter CL Aerobatics Scale Totals Total FAI Fliers 17 16 146 12 275 18 56 112 57 10 21 30 770 District H FAt Fliers 255 75 73 68 58 57 55 38 37 30 24 Number Dist 10 11 8 73 5 113 4 11 19 6 2 2 235 Percent FAI Fliers 331 2% 974% 948% 883% 75 3% 740% 714% 494% 48 1% 390% 31 2% Percent Dist 10 6471% 5000% 5000% 4 167% 4 109% 2222% 1964% 1696% 105 3% 1000% 952% 667% 3312% district takes part 12 FAI programs District 10 provides three FAI fliers entire USA supply much 6471 /n fliers entry fees certain programs get 1/11th votes define programs District equality cry hear small districts want equal voice AMA matters Thats okay long theyre also willing share equally cost Look what would happen made district pay one-eleventh AMAs annual budget No Mem Disthers 15969 211257 311481 46707 511973 610390 79251 810595 94383 1018439 115009 Estimated Equal Dues Paid Share Nowof Dues $111898 210740 213494 126304 223039 194672 1 74705 200770 82329 346549 94598 $17 99 18 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 179918 Dues Per Member $3014 1598 1 567 2683 1503 1732 1945 1698 4105 976 3592 would price true equality would economically unfair small districts other hand pres ent system just unfair large districts think time has come District 10 have voice AMA matters proportional actual membership size participation AMA activities share bill weve paying years can find way re-carve districts equal membership chunks well achieve goal administra tive standpoint state lines must main tained district borders would result fewer equal-sized AMA districts would cost savings Another possibility some districts could have bigger vote others shouldnt AMA totally re-organized way gives district voice propor tional number members have amount actual participation AMA programs Thats real democracy true equality What feelings 114 Model Aviation Calling AMA HQ phone number 703 4350750 think about following before call AMA employees 45 them) come Work directionssome Virginia some Maryland some DC mercy different commuting arrangements prevent coming work going home same time best call during core time period present same time except traveling AMA sick vacation CALLING BEST LOCAL TIME ZONE E TO CALL EasterngainNoon lpm3pm Central8amllam Noon2pm Mountain7amlOam llamlpm Western6am9am lOamNoon regret necessity zones other East call earlier day its best way present sure getting particular person may need subjects services handled AMA Headquarters However its okayto call earlier later leave name phone number subject interestWe will call back soon possible Alaska o e Montava C Oregon ington XI DISTRICT REPORT Ed McCollough District XI Vice-President 53 SE 61st Ave Portland OR 97215 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL750672422 Associate Vice Presidents Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 53676 Gary N Fuller 3050 Riverwood Juneau AK 99801 Glen Mischke 4050 Fourth Ave N Greot Falls MT 59401 Dove Mullens 15559 Palatine Ave N Seattle WA 98133 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99206 Dick Wickline P0 Box 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Chick Young 11201 128th St E *69 Puyallup WA 98373 Don Zipoy 21418 NE Main SI Redmond WA 98052 Frequency Coordinator Robert Balch 16439 SE Haig Dr Portland OR 97236 Phone 1503 761-5103 have serious mishap involving metal fuel can starter battery clips clips touch can get dead short metal between contact points gets red white hot very quickly ignites fuel Very tunately flier involved alone addition fire extinguishers available because happened Big Bird flying field lot careful about threat fire because use gasoline flying fields should have fire extinguishers Remember hide save may own Alcohol burns almost invisible blue flame use blankets whatever cover suspect area smother residual flame after work area fire extin guisher Fortunately flier injured badly could have has severe burns will need skin grafting feeling better will recover alone certain have much worse must use metal can make sure no way leads can touch can advice use plastic bottle field box plastic cap case like written up another magazine some time ago person can explode face could have lost eyesight thing saved him remembered water faucet washed own face down Yes alone also own yard hed field no water faucet Ive said before bears repeatingDont fly alone Its lot fun anyway lot safer fly friends has lot stuff written lately about some problems having new frequencies As usual stuff read speculation actual problem Yes have some problems people stand close gether using frequencies can mix cause glitches another fre quency would advise read George Myers columns tofind solutions problems being dis cussed Above have radio tuned least once year As change oil cars keep engines humming assume need same kind maintenance flight equipment aware District Xl has frequency scanner may borrowed twoweek period provided pay shipping both ways Write Bob Baich get club list should expect unit used contest rather method sweep areas fly find frequencies use way can set up plan have club frequencies fit local use pattern note Mount Rainier RC Society will have burned mortgage time read club gathered 4th July truly symbolic torched document Congratulations MRRCS Raider Roundup 86 will take place Boeing Space Center Kent WA 13th & 14th September will trophies through third place long four entries through second otherwise will merchandise awards Junior entry will receive merchan dise award Register at/before 9 am day NW Sport Race starts off 9 am Sat Other events Old Time Stunt FoxDoo Combat Carrier Class I/Il Profile NW Super Sport Mouse Race I/Il Sport Goodyear fun event no Rossi/Nelson engines allowed 1/2A Combat Slow Combat Precision Aerobatics four PAMPA classes Profile Sport Scale Speed Balloon Bust should great contest will have lot things going well worth going Control Line competitor lot fun watch case have top Stunt people NW watching pattern experience its own best ways keep field make sure relationships neighbors best possible very least should go around talkto find out have gripes very seldom cant defuse problem some listening understanding note find Puget Sound ROCsdidalittlefund raisingoverthe Memorial Day weekend decided donate local Senior Citizens Cen ter know did because need because general trend forget older folks also certaintythatall uswill betheolderfolks before long some sooner others may have helped make choice got advertising both local radio newspaper plus put out notices around town Yelm Lots people came got involved buddybox setup watched ate enjoyed people Senior Center thrilled amount wasnt huge thanks ROCs gen erosity helping Senior Center helped us Dave Green reports 23 entrants showed up Clambash 86 good weather dry field enjoy themselves Dave noted couple new faces Combat circle Heather Hawley Randy Schultz showed up may have Heathers first competition Randy often seen Stunt circle also note return Control Line competition Jack Pitcher about 10 years out sync rapidly making up lost time award given Clambash called D-S Award Now coveted trophy went last years winner forgot bring back Bet Mullens brings next year right Dave Manyhelped out particularwe find Dick Peterson donated $66 worth prizes contest Thats kind guy Dick isalways help way can Thanks Dick Might mention Spanaway Spring Tune Up couldnt figure out what month happened went off April 26 & 27 record 36 entrants worst weather possible Well maybe worst possible bad enough rain high gustywinds cold MiserableAfew notes Balloon Bust seems get more popular both entrants hobby shop owners lots rebuilding junior class perennial contestants Wesley Shawn Mullens chal lenged Theresa Corina Byerley Now Theresa Corina flying 1/2A Flips high wind both showed real ability just flying little birds such conditions Theresa hit 10-point balloon head Flip just bounced off welcome young competitors ranks lets find join seems Dave Gardner actually built flew model Barnstormer flew Old Time Stunt must drilled turf Eugene Two-thirds wing-over recall Sad nice ship wish thered video tape what happened recent MRRCS club picnic Seems after day flying between rain showers lasagna cooked perfection steaks grilled vegies cooked four people sat down gave new meaning tossed salad would think model builders deal CGs balancing aircraft would know better stick four adults side picnic table other side empty Yep everything went air BBQ chicken baked taters ribs steaks lasagna Actually salad saved along wine blueberry cheesecake cake camper Ask Bob Pfeiffer about giving new meaning being T Boned Remember September 14 MRRCS field date Over-TheHill fun fly funny farm reunion Bring proof youre over 50 enjoy flying others reactions have visibly slowed Fern Prairie Club put fine Mall Show part celebration AMAs 50th Anniversary Some 30 entrants brought 35 planes ood aahd over bunch folk stopped display Maybe Earl Aune will send pictures can share future column Les Boots editor Leading Edge Tn-City RC Modelers wrote both highs lows weekend fun fly demo Saturday fun fly no contestants CD failed show went field decided wasnt place consider ing weather left Sunday different story estimated 1000 children come see planes fly wind about 25 mph demo went scheduled young folk delighted club will un doubtedly again another way club cement relations community children came Riverview Baptist Church other places including schools could find youngsters entertain another benefit Once seed planted will furnish us modeler future Food thought Happy Flying October1986 115 JUN HT 176 WaIl St Sta New York NY 10005 Helping Youngsters Fifth United States Indoor Cham pionships successfully concluded pastJuneat Niagara Falls NY 75 orso fliers over US Canada competing Yet biggest feature possi bly took place day before official flights started day 200 selected youngsters nearby schools built flew AMA Cubs chance observe top-notch models flying during next threecontest days TheAMA playedabig part too bysupply ing kits sending Bob Underwood up Headquarters covering some costs Championships Expert modelers helped students including Hal Stewart Jack Brown Ken Groves Larry Loucja Rick Doig Jack Mccillivray many others Great going hope receive some photos show what went lot other help taking place other parts country some pictures Daytona Beach FL Bill Bradford president Daytona Beach Radio Con trol Association has told us about effort serve community providing classes aviation modeling em phasis primary flying utilizing rubberpowered easily-constructed planes means AMA Cubs Bill along Don Emory Hadley Davis others con ducting summer classes Methodist Youth Camp near Deland FL photo above shows Hadley Davis five 25 youngsters Note Cubs look just about ready take out doors fly Winner contest completed models Debbie Duncan next photo depicts Henry Nelson assisting George Idiart all-balsa version Dave Linstrum-designed Rapid ROGer During past spring Richard Nelson teacher Pearl River Middle School Pearl River NY held sev eral demonstration/lecture/buildinglflying sessions schools auditorium two gymnasia Don Ross Metropolitan Sports Squadron added airplane ele ment Richards MOOROC/Space Semi nars combination merely great success Gene Scheppers Walt Schwartz Art Collard Bob Fish bein also assisted Jim Woolnough way Brattleboro VT wowed crowd long Ornithopter flights 48 Rapid ROGers took air last picture shows Jason Coty Tully NY Central High School student about launch Sig profile scalelike Parasol series luildingflying/contest sessions conducted Walter Liszewski termed series very successlul plans repeat next year Walt treated top youngsters trip Can-Am Inter national contest Niagara Falls May obvious ingredient efforts good thorough planning Such planning has include enough adult assist ance good building flying sites plenty supplies tools inexhaustible supply patience make efforts lasting rather momentary value must also follow-up action action includes advanced models alsQ some form organization program youngsters themselves take part order feel doing thing yours efforts will truly successful Good starts wonderful dont let die go waste Have Helped Junior Modeler Today 116 Model Aviation