AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111
Edition: Model Aviation - 1992/10
Page Numbers: 95, 96, 97, 98, 99, 100, 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111
AMANews SUNSET AEROMODELERS Saint Cloud Facilitythats name lovely site shown photo Jim Squires good enough have aerial shot made sent print Prior becoming RC site landfill SASC has plans turn picture-perfect place Jim stated letter support backing 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 AMA national organization dedicated aeromodeling instrumental bolstering its case local government So think insurance item needed enjoy model aviation would like suggest think deeply AMA offers much just protection against injury financial loss EAA Calendars 1993 have received advance copy EAAs new calendar being much person promote products after have fair everyone must tell impressed quality photos airplane buff arent nice item workshop office Information can obtained Sharon Ramey Associates PO Box 2045 Petoskey MI 49770 early offer includes free videotape called Fascination Flight 30 minutes action aspects flying Think about Sounds like good deal Chesapeake Bay RC CIubThis club found necessary print full-page letter its newsletter about activity could threaten its field Apparently some members have careless flight patterns making new set field rules mandatory Neighbors complained Department Natural Resources clubs landlord Rather risk loss because complacency club executive immediately enacted new regulations pit area being relocated Tighter restrictions being placed flight patterns New signs installed obeyed notice emphasizes new rules enforcedseriously users field being asked sign pledge signifies understand will adhere new field rules Does sound like familiar situation Sitting desk often hear irresponsible inconsiderate flying behavior has resulted neighborhood continued page 111 Academy Model Aeronautics has launched new program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines $250 annual fee will entitle industry businesses Model Aviation magazine subscription newsletters AMANational Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine addition involved Industry Associate Program will have right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participants program will listed National Flying Site pages Model Aviation National Newsletter Further half-page ad participating companies will placed National Newsletter annually Participants program will able take advantage optional support package includes slight reduction rates Model Aviation ads sponsorship annual National Aeromodeling Championships inclusion program book produced AMA such World Championships other national events Industry Associates will also have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement made available program participants facilitate cooperative mailings third-party mailing house will used safeguard industry customer lists AMA membership list mailings will checked against Direct Marketing Association mail preference list Conditions mailing program assure companys mailing list remains its own private property program will prove attractive retail segment aeromodeling marketplace Hobby shops participate Industry Associate Program will also able take advantage cooperative mailing programs local hobby shops exchange would between customer data base AIVIA membership within certain zip code area Hobby shops also able take advantage fax membership applications renewals local continued page 96 October 1992 95 Academy Model Aeronautics Sunset Aeromodelers Saint Cloud I-acuity __ PR Roundup Geoffrey Styles ctor Marketing Key Dates August 21 29 Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana September Membership Renewal.1993 Renewal Membership Notices Mail September 4 7 NFFS AAAA Free Flight Contest Muncie Indiana September 5-91992 22nd US Free Flight Championships Lost Hills California October 8 11 Free Flight Finals Lost Hills California October 29 November 1 RCHTA Radio Control Hobby Trade Association Show Chicago Illinois November 15 Deadline Officer Election Ballot Return Sound & Model Aeronautics Howard Crispin Jr GIANTS problem giant model has become model choice members today Visits flying sites around country make readily understood International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA also understands membership AMA Special Interest Group will probably somewhere between 10000 12000 end 1992 represent substantial percentage AMA membership yet represent builders fliers giant models must consider size aircraft covered rule book Radio Control Scale model IMAA does take part competition stated its bylaws its members fly models AMA contests means problems dealing high sound levels apply across boardin competition IMAA fly-in events during sport flying local flying site category has changed along model aeronautics through years beginning models powered marginal engines often conversions made Homelite chain saw engines about 18-22 cu similar engines start became obvious needed Through years have engines market Today has wide choice engines have failing As power available increased did sound levels generated larger powerful units propellers being turned increasing velocities real neglect entire picture fact no effective mufflers sold engines today fact life blatant continued operation under conditions endangers sport just giants model activity flying site essential part sport Without have nothing Preservation thing must work survive important various aspects sound models understood can relate sound exhaust recognize sound lose muffler car hear unmuffled exhaust can also relate same manner 42-cu-in model aircraft engine running muffler ineffective unit Simply putting can exhaust might effective lowering exhaust fundamental sound will answer problem remaining part result engine firing harmonics exhaust handled somewhat effectively some smaller engines addition stinger such Mouse Irvine muffler integral design muffler latter seen designed similar Davis Soundmaster used within recommended rpm ranges propeller sizes very quiet because harmonics have reduced propeller seen predominant total sound assembly system brought together manner will hear propeller distinct sound aircraft will quiet Further having great concern over frequency sound generated find becomes much less concern operating levels reasonable distances neighbors will create nuisance protests against operations What does have giants have seen tests done ground flight mufflers have same harmonic problem muffler often quite good exhaust fundamental still have overall relatively high sound level Quite often coincidental quite high rpm size engine easy try equate performance loud engines just fact Loud sounds either result poor exhaust muffling propellers flailing air cavitation vibration combination of effects Three steps need taken order move toward quieter operation first essential step use effective muffler have number suggestions other publications start direction Some units require home manufacture others available commercially ultimate answer good start next consideration try different propellers aircraft engine combination have able provide performance desire lowest rpm tip speed consideration probably will quiet operational condition propeller Various propellers make difference total sound level Reducing rpm will also make muffler efficient third item vibration number good vibration isolators available market mostly reasonably priced will provide reasonable amount isolation reduction transmitted sound flight will benefit looking entire spectrum also benefit eliminating wear tear airframe control surfaces servo gears along vibration-induced battery receiver problems also major 96 Model Aviation benefit often overlooked find disturbing travel around see number people starting adjusting running aircraft engines benefit ear protection least should invest couple dollars some ear noise protectors little foam inserts easy use attenuate sound level about 29 dB Consider fact installation reads 105 dBA nine feet level two-ft distance common adjusting will 118 dBA range exposure can hazardous hearing Consider also fact models out sending out sound greater pressures value Help own well-being place yourself better position neighbor Finally need input advanced muffler design need see followed someone manufacturing advanced units reasonable price would also benefit engine manufacturers could prevailed upon provide excellent mufflers engines time sale Start insisting correspond manufacturer ssociate Program Continued page 95 hobby shop quick turnaround time able retail variety AMA supply items such pins patches etc addition regular countertop display AMA applications AMA reaching out such program answer two parts First AMA wants make contact participating hobby yet AMA members members delighted receive discount offers premiums hobby industry Second working industry hoped will able provide stronger industry wider variety products services aeromodelers maintain strong AMA guarantee future aeromodeling people support you have opportunity please support Ace R/C Inc Air Age Publishing Balsadust Enterprises Brodak Distributing Carl Goldberg Models Inc Carstens Publications Dave Brown Products Fox Manufacturing Co Hobbico Launcher Company Micro Mark Midwest Products Co Inc Powermaster Products Inc US Air Core Yellow Aircraft Hobby Supplies Ltd information Industry Associate Program write AMA 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Presidents Corner President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 National Flying Site June 13th 14th finally arrived celebrate dedication new flying site Muncie Indiana What event was structured low-key fly-in get-together resounding success didnt count heads large crowd numbered thousands understand over 1200 AMA members registered fly Bob Underwood helpers ran eight continuous flight lines registering close 400 flights Saturday combination flying industry show barbecue seemed please came Some told us made plans year ago come didnt want miss Open House received many compliments quality design development property well beautiful runway buildings museum wasn t set up enough displayed whet ones appetite what will future must mention tremendous welcome officials people Muncie gave us enthusiasm excitement contagious Lt Governor came dedication represent Indiana would like host event contact AMA Headquarters Reston Virginia present have skeleton staff Muncie What have place flying point general purpose L-shaped black topped runway primary runway measuring 600 feet 150 feet will accommodate RC Control Line activity acreage ready Free Flight RC Soaring Future development will provide other paved areas accommodate multi-event happenings such Nats considering another modest addition accommodate Championships possibly next year scheduling events blocks time would contribute ease staging event less expensive prepare time Come use site fly casually scheduled event dry campsite available elaborate camping will provided able allocate funds necessary Reese Airport available wanting fly full-size aircraft just south property mile entrance 1992 National Aeromodeling Cham pionships week after Open House found us Westover Air Force Base Chicopee Massachusetts AMA staff others worked both events stretched say least everything got done Westover AFB hosted National Championships previously certainly made us feel welcome close 1000 registered competitors mechanics usually considered successful Nats events flown main site including indoor outdoor Free Flight weather nice cool appreciated us Question Should continue National Aeromodeling Championships Championships unique nothing like exists elsewhere world year hosted over 90 different events some feel should trim events offered manageable size question continuing Championships just let special interest groups take over Personally see unique opportunity bring facets modeling together time place Im absolutely fascinated technology inherent things flyand people fly have varied interests modeling mecca have found modeling just building flying planes personal human association like interests its certainly recognize difficulty putting such complicated staging events making eventfirst class am favor continuing National Aeromodeling Championships long can make quality happening breakeven budgeta prime requisite success may fly AMA chartered fields question has arisen over last few months because emergence Sport Flyers Association obviously trying grab AMAs membership tactics use continued page 98 October 1992 97 Part large crowd Muncie opening Kids swarmed after candy dropped Erich Derns candyman loved Executive VPs Report Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Well sports fans Grand Opening Muncie site history now seems have pronounced success virtually everyone however totally its embarrassments obvious being misnaming Indiana Lt Governor program handout As much Lt Gov Frank OBannon has helped bringing project reality really embarrassing have happen Sorry about Mr OBannon flight lines went really smoothly thanks able direction Bob Underwood Joe Vislay Jay Mealy tower PR activities taken care Bob Geoff Styles registration Bob Vojslavek Carol Brown other wives present part thought worked out particularly well commercial exhibit area seemed well received attendees Im sure local food concessionaires went home great big smiles faces Id particularly like thank traveled some pretty hefty distances simply show support what AMA has done doing Muncie know vast majority attendance impressed what saw includes some openly critical project Now can raise funds continue development site following week Nats weather didnt cooperate very well Lots people blamed weather early date June New England generally quite nice am convinced ever however early date primarily blame lower-than-expected attendance people talked cited often didnt get until late week did get see best FAI Team Race final Ive seen quite RC Scale event seemed awful lot crashes early contest started remind RC Scale event 1960s Saturdays weather didnt cooperate very well severe thunderstorm dumped enough water us have comments John Nicolaci wouldnt need dolly fly PBM spite lucky nearby Holyoke hail amounts measurable feet requiring use snowplows clear streets surely would have raised havoc models simply covered tarps fend off rain Sunday dawned okay able complete planned four rounds year first time Nats continued yet another day too popular plan complete Soaring event finally over meant start muchneeded week relaxing New England vacation Now its back work EC meeting Reston Oshkosh finally Scale World Championships Sally again working Im having ball hope Presidents CornerlLowe Continued page 97 AMA chartered club base including mailing lists woo members away Academy confident thinking modelers will continue respect proven leadership aeromodeling provided AMA will continue support single responsive responsible aeromodeling association AMAs insurance program founded basis reasonably large clientele permits excellent coverage reasonable price have statement safety requirements undergird operations chartered club program founded bases Club chartering requires 100% AMA membership Generally flight operations other AMA members voids AMA insurance coverage possible have two sets operating criteria still satisfy insurance needs example SFA has stated no limit allowable size weight model aircraft know insurance generally limits weight aircraft 55 pounds allowance 100 pounds under special inspection procedures modeler have AMAs insurance must compliance rules limits have established after much negotiation special interest groups country FAA FAA has largely allowed Academy set its own safety standards model operations since have proven record responsible flying AMA works closely FAA military assure hands off safe aeromodeling operation country SFAs irresponsible position size weight model aircraft could threaten self-governing policy flying aircraft must co-exist safety Big Brother will step must endanger life property around us Additional information relative issues has provided legal counsel appears elsewhere Model Aviation AMA tries conservative responsible association has primary goal nurture aeromodeling growth progress recognizing live society has other needs So far think weve done pretty goodjob next time 98 Model Aviation NEW Judging & Flying Precision RIC Aerobatics ow A 48 minute must see must have video judges competitors anyone wishing improve flying skills ow This video trains judges absolute MUST flyers ow Outstanding graphics professional narration $2495 Send requests AMA HQ 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 Videos will shipped mid September AMA Membership Renew now 93 Executive Director s View HQ Vince Mankowski AMA Executive Director 1810 Samuel Morse Drive Reston VA 22090 report begins few new items may interest Academy Model Aeronautics has initiated new program called Industry Associate Program program product manufacturers retailers/wholesalers hobby merchandise publishers aeromodeling books magazines may associate themselves Academy Model Aeronautics nominal participation fee will assist Academy furthering Academys efforts behalf aeromodeling Associates will receive AMA newsletters National Newsletter Cabane Cloud Nine Model Aviation magazine well right use special Associate logo product boxes advertising Participating industries will listed National Flying Site Indiana will recognized publications Participants will also able take advantage optional support packages including small rate reductions Model Aviation ads automatic sponsorship Nats inclusion program produced AMA such World Championships other national events Additionally Industry Associates will have access cooperative mailings through unique arrangement available program participants program beneficial manufacturers wholesalers offers unique advantages hobby shops participate program example hobby shop may arrange AMA offer special discounts promotions mail certain local area ie zip code city AMA would turn have access mailing customers hobby shop already AMA members such arrangements take place through third-party mailing house neither industry nor hobby shop has access AMA mailing list AMA does have access client data base Only responses mailings either party would added other data base As footnote AMA members will able indicate 1993 membership renewal wish participate hobbyrelated products promotional mailings new step Academy Model Aeronautics hope participate support industry provide AMA membership access unique services products stimulating hobby industry hope make strong national local industry keep hobby growing Another new item 1993 will addition youth family membership response membership requests will offer reduced-rate membership Junior Senior members adult AMA member same name same address family Watch new membership class 1993 membership renewal forms Because membership requests another new item will offered 1993 members Alphanumeric AMA numbers will available 1993 AMA members will available nominal peryear cost members will eight characters length much along same format custom license plates available state DMV Along customary caveats imposed obscene suggestive license plates AMA will able offer custom licenses series numbers preceded letter P L prefixes P L reserved other programs example AMA license L- 119 Life membership number P-28 1 indicates Museum Patron After renew 1992 membership become 1993 member youll receive information can obtain alphanumeric AMA license number information will sent 1993 AMA membership card have hinted time time AMA will involved fund-raising effort beginning fall purpose fund raiser will fully develop site Indiana expedite acquisition development other sites around country addition will raising funds complete new AMA museum its special displays special effects artwork Depending success effort plan open museum summer 1993 AMA opened Reston facility 1983 83000 AMA members members renewed end 1982 current AMA memhers 1983 listed wall AMA Headquarters Restonall 83000 Over years has proved magnet person comes Headquarters popular exhibit Because will again open new impressive Frank V Ehling Complex facility Indiana 1993 produce another listing billboard size members AMA will no surcharge donation AMA members will listed exhibit have renew before end year included permanent display honoring AMA members facility opened However because trying raise funds new wrinkle AMA members will have opportunity check box 1993 renewal form donate $10 toward development facility donating $10 will have name appear bold print listing will one-time offer will done building opens will designate members AMA membership current facility opens will show bold assisted opening Busy busy busy last 30 days busy ones indeedthe Grand Opening Muncie facility June 11th through 15th National Model Aeromodeling Championships 18th through 29th preparing agenda July Council meeting 29th June settlement another piece Muncie property acquisition refinancing mortgage Reston Headquarters facility addition mailing made 1990 members did renew 91 92 additional mailing made 100000 non-AMA members continued page 111 October 1992 99 MISS THE NATS Purchase Nats 92 patch Send $100 AMA HO Supply limited USE OF AMA NATIONAL FLYING SITE AMA members may use site three times per year no cost Thereafter either $500 per day $2500 per year Nonflying non-AMA members family members accom panying AMA member admitted no charge However must stay out pit flight areas General public AMA members admitted unless supervised event place General pulbic AMA mem bers nonflying persons company AMA member admitted $500 per day Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont 1 District Report Don Krafft District 1 Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Rd Billerica MA 01821 Bob Landry 80 Main St Essex JctVT 05452 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson St Houlton ME 04730 Richard Sherman 28 High St Plymouth NH 03264 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Av West Warwick RI 02893 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan St Avon CT 06001 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648 Quaker RC Flyers Barb invited Jerry Bagdasarian attend field dedication open house May 31 1992 club flying landfill have relocated piece land owned William Potter location keeps models farther road houses plus offers advantages flying privately owned land few neighbors area invited field cookout watch models Unfortunately started rain during afternoon enough events completed call day very successful highlights day arrival full-scale helicopter operated George Parker good opportunity view helicopter close up Mount Washington expedition following provided Irv Searl District Scale Contest Board member 100 Model Aviation Bottom picture Jim Fitzharris F-la weekend May 16th Mt Washington Regional Airport Whitefield New Hampshire real flying hash started test flight outing couple us ended up because basement hangar talk 12 fliers about 40 planes two days flying Jim Fitzharris made arrangements met Friday evening included five RVs couple pickups full models started 615 Saturday Bob Brodeur made wakeup call around camp area motorized eggbeater rest weekend saw sky fill types aircraft lot attention drawn Jims F-18 pusher prop power scratch built beautiful however mechanical problems prevented its flight Rich Poussard brought out propeller-driven F- 16 Bob test pilot made nice flight after unscheduled left turn after takeoff cleared flight line Oh well go test flights Gus Deltwas Bill Killam put touch-and-go clinic Super Cubs Tom Craig Tom Bilodeau unloaded flew what appeared complete inventory hobby shop Saturday night brought cookout renewed friendships airport gave us lots friendly support made stay pleasant sounds like super weekend shows what hobby should about instead constant griping seems prevalent sttes Windsocks Does club field need new windsock may want contact Hobbysocks 603 424-1354 Robin Stains makes sideline Six-meter frequencies Please remember use transmitter six meters must have appropriate FCC license does meet requirement someone standing next license operator must have license Pictures column Pictures always welcome will use what can cannot assure used Color pictures permissible ones glossy paper good contrast preferred Black white photos work fine required Please provide complete captions write back picture Use stick-on note paper instead rst row L R Jim Fitzharris Sig Spacewalker Gus Deltwas Super Cub Bill Killam Fokker D-VIII Second row L R Mount Washington weekends pilots aircraft lrv Searl scratch-built Ryan Tom Bilodeau Counterclockwise starting top right Rick Lee Vonika daughter Samantha using buddy-box system Instructor Steve Nikula assists Louis Divirgillo Mike Steve helping Bob Johnson Uxbridge Massachusetts Mini-craft Javelin Cooking hamburgers hot dogs Quaker R/C open house George Parker explaining helicopter cockpit Michael Latour sitting helicopter cockpit William Potter field owner Award Appreciation after presentation Jerry Bagdasarian New York / New Jersey 2 District Report Joe Beshar District 2 Vice President 198 Merritt Dr Uradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Babcock 445 Stockton St Hightatown NJ 08520 [zip codes 0850860880891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSC 9 Box 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & EPO George Buso 11 Maple Ln Hyde Park NY 12538 [zip codes 105108 109 124-127 Herbert W De Cou 85 Riverside Dr Basking Ridge NJ 07920 [zip codes 070-0 76 078 079 Ron Farkas 1015 Old Town Rd Coram NY 11727 [zip codes 117-119 Walt Geary 622 Franklin Blvd Absecon NJ 08201 [zip codes 080 082 083 Ray Juschkus 7 Evergreen Ave New Hyde Park NY 11040 [zip codes 090 091 100-104 106 107 110-116 Gus Pandajis 1865 Penfield Rd Penfield NY 14526-1409 zip codes 140-147 Adam Sattler 41 Perry Ave Latham NY 12110 [zip codes 120-123 128 129 133-136 Terry Terrenoire 101 Smithfield Dr Endicott NY 13780 [zip codes 130-132 137-139 148 149 Everett Woodman 233 Longview Dr Bayville NJ 08721 [zip codes 077 & 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 Rabbit Ln Phoenix NY 13135 opportunity attend official opening AMA National Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana June 13th Words cannot express extremely impressed am Center its site people town just everything about Im confident Center will grow modeling mini Oshkosh AMA member can take pride Pine Barren Modelers donate toward Muncie construction Upon return received $100 donation toward construction Muncie recognized thanked generosity hope Pine Barren Modelers have started trend would encourage club consider supplementary donation Let District 2 lead wayAVP Woody Woodman Richmond Model Flying Club Inc founded Staten Island New York 1936 Club President John Baranello sent following information Richmond Model Flying Club first organized way back 1936 now active ever 56 years still going strong have upwards 150 members have waiting list potential members have put mall shows have popular people members since opportunity show off prides joys have also put static shows public schools children found interesting anyone asks never refuse accommodate flying show graciously attended has become yearly affair seems Gateway National Recreation Area opens its summer season us As usual think huge success AVP Ray Juschkus Supporting aviation AVP Adam Sattler sent file information Thundervolts RC Club Latham New York help individuals Adirondack Giant Sport Flyers Johnstown New York helped fledgling Empire State Aeroscience Museum Schenectady New York raise some much-needed funds Giant Scale fly-in held June 67 1992 Schenectady airport Fifty-six modelers brought 80 Giants great day flying activity activity raised enough money permit Thundervolts vice president Dan Whiteman present museum check $4000 VP Adam Sattler Float fly Ocean County Modelers hosted fun-fly session Paul King Parks Lake Manahawkin Stafford Township New Jersey May 3 Strong winds made flying conditions difficult 19 modelers attending some good flights clubs president Jim Meraldo manned chase boat kept busy day Chris Loupos CD Getting know clubs District 2 brief introduction Aero Guidance Society Inc AGS formed 1954 group IBM engineers managers purpose promoting building flying radio-controlled model aircraft ensure objective pursued founding members put bylaws club required host AMA-sanctioned contest well intraclub contest year 25th anniversary AGS received AMAs Award Excellence its significant contributions promotion aeromodeling United States Seven years ago started float-fly two years ago initiated Scale fly-in year hosted its first Electric fly plans underway first sanctioned funflyA VP Teriy Terrenoire ber 1992 101 Dan Whiteman iett vice president Thundervolts RC Club presents $4000 check Robert Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum pecsaiors line 5fl5 IL Flying Clubs annual air snow ietelu Jim Meraldo ran chase boat few Scale subjects display air show Jake Dufty Flying Knights Troy New York brought Douglas R4D Left right 1992 Aeroguidance officers treasurer Jerry Bernhardt secretary George Kelsey vice president John Raney president Wynn Aker Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia 3 District Report Bob Brown District 3 Vice President 1255 High St Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Ct Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Rd Cross Lanes WV 25313-1 209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho St Allentown PA 18103 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Dr New Stanton PA 15672 Jay Mealy 208 Witmer St Cleartield PA 16830 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Dr Maumee OH 43537 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Ave Maple Heights OH 44137 Gil Weiss 3004 Hallowell Ct Bensalem PA 19020 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Dayton OH 45449 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Ave Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Grand Opening national field could described wordSUPER Modelers over District 3 made short trek Muncie found mecca modeling Thanks go District 3 AVPs Jay Mealy Joe Vislay Dave Ellis Mike Barbee maintaining flight line Over 1000 flights logged during two days flight line Joe Vislay snapped several pictures Take look Grand Opening start membership activities Muncie member Academy welcome fly site time Activity summer includes IMAA rally AAAA Free Flight meet Scale World Championship As work progresses museum additional sites increased activity will enhance already beautiful site Remember site yours Any recommendations would appreciated District 3 Vice President finally made portion Flying Aces Nats pleasure meeting Lin Reichel wife Vic Didelot other Hying Aces members AMA Scale Contest Board should scrutinize Flying Aces program sure obvious folks have interest enthusiasm Sorry visit couldnt have longer Pittsburgh Area Rotor Runners IRCHA special interest group helicopters held first Jamboree Waynesburg Pennsylvania didnt attend missed best display helicopter flying ever witnessed likes Mann Youngblood Gorham Schoonard Adkins approximately 100 others graced theskies Fixed-wing pilots have no idea capabilities rotary wing aircraft top fliers hand helicopter-related manufacturers also displayed wares Dave Davison Dave Darr Don Chapman Tim Nash PARR membership congratulated producing fine event hoped will remain within District 3 102 Model Aviation Uennis Kirby assists Bryan ne multi-level site provided excellent viewing spectators Jamboree John Barton Toledo Flying Tigers Hobert ornam Curtis Youngblood check out Wayne Manns new helicopter Thr slesa -1 tlessall flew Alan Marvia Klingman Ray Hostetler demonstrates new Airtronics Infinity Kelly Mealy Brigette Brown assisted registration area Ron Gray favorite crew member Don Chapman IRCHA president explains two tail rotors better almost time elect some officers within Academy Please VOTE North Carolina Virginia 4 District Report Howard Crispin District 4 611 Beechwood Dr Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Dr Severn MD 21144 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Rd Newport News VA 23606 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Dr Machan icaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Dr Raleigh NC 27612 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Ln Wilmington DE 19809 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Ave Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holy Ln Mockaville NC 27028 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Dr Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Loss friend often note passing well-known members districts somewhere country Quite often mentioned because status past present real need inform others passing Occasionally someone leaves us after having affected lives very personal level Such case 25th May Gene Hartmangruber left us Gene member Brainbusters clubs inception 50 years ago attended reunion April also spring contest May No suspected Gene would leave us following week Gene personal friend to countless others lives touched Through years especially involved young people will sorely missed would beg indulgence copying page Brainbuster Newsletter about Gene also known Tex Free Flight buddies Gene Hartmangruber left us 25th May 1992 Gene Brainbuster since its inception 1942 period time Gene done Brainbuster Gene known young boys Mr Greenjeans because work Boys Club introduced boy model building through Boys Club programs Ed Diane Scearce have friends Gene Wilma years below poem tells Gene felt about boys got modeling Ed being Love Fly must have twinkle young boys eyes made him pick him out share love fly took him care led him gentle way times spent looking thermals day Any boo hed say wind wouldnt blow suit Hed gather planes bid young recruit Therell another day just wait see Until dont mind wait out day man promised wind blowing right Playboy caught thermal vanished sight still stand watching suns unforgiving glare said could wait out him said wouldnt care Diane Sceare May 25 1992 loving memory Mr Greenjeans Gene Hartmangruber Flying sites Flying sites continue critical problems growth sport problem also helps create added hazard sport lack site club does always mean no places exist individuals can fly alone has potential interference between individuals small groups operation aircraft always safer known fliers area operate under controlled operation club also greater individual risk injury flies alone possibility some type injury always present sport aeromodeling feel can enjoy assistance fact injury can such assistance needed getting medical attention Practice safety hesitate mention clubs name comes flying site problems recent months information have gleaned newsletters regarding flying sites other activities has later proved incorrect because some person doing newsletter printed bad information However some clubs print factual data others have contacted personally matter flying sites has generally because some potential legal question noise complaints both cases Academy can assist clubs major site acquisitions Virginia has evidently soured indication site would become fact As result changes political structure appears site may become golf course aeromodeler will shut out loss surely has because lack effort understanding long-term association local authorities loss sustained will unfortunate since club stands excellent chance losing its present field within couple years outside Two sites North Carolina process review local county authorities will attending meeting relation later month July involves land usage questions other site review relates noise complaint case club looking several options will follow-up situation site could resolved few years down road field adjacent landfill has served its full time Part site capped usable until entire area capped will immediate future problems resolved will able add data files way accumulate information usable others future Congrats Congratulations go out Maynard Hill Silver Spring Maryland record setter experimenter outstanding designer model builder former Academy presidentand interesting speakers around congratulations once again displaying expertise first-listed item ample assistance second category Maynard has set new world record endurance radio controlled model aircraft time 24 hours 4 minutes 15 seconds has submitted Federation Aeronautique Interna tionale certification Well done Maynard time ber 1992 103 GENE HARTMANGRUBER B RAIN B U STE R Alabama / Florida Georgia Miasiasippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tanneasee = 5District Report Jim McNeiII District 5 Vice President 6l7South2OAve Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents aob aarrasze04cz 3e28 Ranchennd Rd Orlando FL asace Ran Ohidney 3713 Pompana Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Linda Onoley l0ll2VemSt Dibsorrtnri FL 33034 Onatavo Diaz 1483 Anhford Ave 8701 bondado PR 00907 James M Edwards eso Mimosa br Nw Albany MS 3aeau Karl Hensel PR 4 eon 204 Meddinn MS 39300 Richard Jackson 21 ia Tharnine Dr 14 Charlentan SO 2a40h Dr Jnhs Martin 2180 Tinertaji Ann Miami FL 33133 Osne Mathis 8nn 337 Daphne AL 3e52e Dick Patton 7kb Saiiey 8rnnk Olin eimrinahnnr AL 39224 OenroePerryrnan 3044 Lake Din Ornyinna OA 30082 Ta~Rimen 387 Orange Ave 8aldsin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycarenine Manchester TN 37350 Freqeenon Coordinator 8nnro Fleids ann 1083 Sthckiand Rd Interiachen FL 32148 Phone 904 884-2517 remember last month mentioned unhappy Sonny Branch down Tallahassee Florida Well Sonny has just chartered new AMA club happy now Sonny promised over phone going stop trying change laws human nature concentrate having fun new club called Moccasin Gap Modelers newsletter called Cotton Mouth Monthly Cottonmouth what people part world call poisonous water moccasin Sonny reports has 17 members no bickering allowedor else doesnt say what else hints has several pet water moccasins included members bite command Barry Strickland Sylvania Alabama reports time have frequency problems train goes indicates needs some monitoring equipment monitor trains go Never mind frequencies Barry president DeKalb RC Flyers sent picture Bill Slater Barry says Bill built 91 RC airplanes since October 42 either Bill built 42 airplanes since October 91 Im sure whichfrom note gentleman left Bill On- owner isnt clear whether Bill owns airplane owns land thing good district VP needs stay alert Harvey Yoder important modeler Dothan Alabama area keeps Wire Grass RC Club humming right along Harvey has provided picture some important people helped put third annual Fun/Sport Scale contest Shown above L-R JoAnne Hare Mike Hare Contest Director Tracie Brown Everybody good time Have ever met AMA Associate VP have 13 district Well meet Richard Jackson South Carolina snap above shows Richard holding Bill Evans Simitar tailless model Richard says flies perfectly Enya 46 isnt often run picture model airplane itself no people model has getting around pretty good lately Erich Derns four-engine Constellation powered four Webra SOs thing flies unbelievably put show its own Greenville South Carolina IMAA bash same four-engine model showed up AMA Muncie Grand Opening Erich has worlds greatest model builder Dont think minute people South Carolina determined lot Pictured above Roger Young Summerville South Carolina criticized having rivets too large C47 So what did Rog sanded rivets off put 30000 new rivets Karl Scott wants know helicopters will actually fly Mississippi too Pictured above Karl holding pet close ground Karl has hold otherwise pet will take off awayon its own year Karl hosts Scotts Flying Circus FunFly Carriere Mississippi Helicopter expert come over participate proof See RC helicopters lined up Some electric-powered can fly battery four minutes Good show Karl keep up good work Tom McLaughlan holds Free Flight contest Pensacola Florida year has doing 34 years Meet Jean Sheffer Little Rock Arkansas Faust Julie Parker Houston Texas FF enthusiasts come over US participate Model Aviation Illinois Irldiaxa/ Kentocky / Missook Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard Rt 5 Box 90 Decaiur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000W connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 casile Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Francen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 l2ih St Bedlord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefterion Kansas Guy MO 54114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut Box 72 Varna IL 61375-0072 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 Dang wrote column last month almost forgot about Mays last weekend planned trip see Belleville R/C Flyers make up previous weekend rained out well lost spent Sunday Robinson Illinois Prop R/C Club fun-fly As usual wellrun well-attended event Plenty trophies table handed out bit guts savvy others got see some pretty good flying could take look Im sorry fun-fly types didnt show up missed another good planned attend Ace Float Fly Higginsville first weekend trip June band thunderstorms way changed mind lost because backup trip Muncie As last-chance event before AMA sites Grand Opening Munsee Skychiefi called some area clubs little fun new site though some calls made last minute pretty good turnout saw least halfdozen clubs represented event Twas good day flying too just enough cloud cover keep things pleasant time Naturally did good deal socializing fellas Most discussions focused new site great get see site comment you should try get some day next day decided catch tail end two-day fly-in London Kentucky put couple local EAA chapters arrived found some Sky Sharks same idea Unfortunately werent airplanes look Therefore full-size fly-in trip London became AMA trip instead have wanted see Sky Shark field some time got trip out field What did see fancied-up field pretty nice place plenty flying room would like make some improvements flying off site conditional approval fellas have two runways mowed bad wish site good After saying farewells headed back home knowing another successful AMA weekend under belt Sometimes pure luck wins out over best-laid plans Wow Thats must express weekend Muncie sites Grand Opening wish could have piece history would have also involved Believe would have worth trip Ill never forget As neared Muncie saw least two large billboards welcomed AMA Muncie Grand Opening town flags lightpoles welcoming messages course businesses big help signs welcome too whole town out greet us arrived site Friday much flying already going Vendors moving wares tent RVs parking lot being set up long weekend place hopping family stayed site until leave get ready nite town local dignitaries Minnetrista Center Muncie evening social very nice held celebration new site open new aviation display assembled Minnetrista Center folks have set up model aviation display thatll knock socks off town need stop see AMA represented nicely display sincere appreciation put together Saturday morning opened bang Would believe over 1200 registered pilots Saturday road site never lacking traffic site actually opened long before scheduled time early birds could allowed clear highway Whoever heard keeping flying site closed late morning Surely good modeler knows gates should opened crack dawn earlier Saturday blessed great day flying sites opening ceremony ended well cameras caught emotional experience Personally felt overwhelmed whole thing Having part ceremony will remain part rest life Im sorry could have seen part history-making event After ceremony everyone got back flying buying goodies vendors doing what like doing bestsocializing Saturday night spent AVPs first time since Ive VP chance pay back AVPs having Grand Opening end day hosted social gathering honor could have opportunity meet other hope everyone great time did What expect return want tell what saw Muncie Sunday repeat Saturday arrived site after short Council meeting flying full swing remained way until after left As left tired smile face could still see endless flow cars coming site truly dream come true AMA During stay Muncie blessed able give Superior Service Award three districts AVPs have made sacrifices over years Two long overdue honor bestowed Congratulate Cal Ettel Charlie Bauer Gary Bussell want thank fine volunteers worked hard make Muncies Grand Opening success AMA truly debt Thanks next weekend did nothing relax planned trip Streator Illinois fly-in Sorry fellas needed rest last weekend made up restful weekend went two three events planned perfect weather flying too Thats strange Missouri Mid Missouri Radio Control Association Jefferson City RIC Club hosts second annual Show R/C Extravaganza well-run fly-in sponsored Sky Fair Inc found much better host model event full-size event Less risk main reason given As seemed plan worked well learned doubled fliers last year aint bad talked guys over Missouri endure several comments about lack trips Missouri too Granted havent often should hope trip helped some isnt havent tried fellas have talk weather gods Im surprised got time Sunday planned go Steuben Indiana full-size fly-in Steuben Model Aircraft Klub attending Since got home Missouri late opted shorter trip IMAA event Muncie Im hopeful Ill get Steuben some day What can say Another trip Muncie another great time IMAA guys weather great As leave month must tell will no officer columns next issue Since hear some like read about travels Im afraid will just have read articles will probably much better miserable attempt writing month can present Nats manner fitting event As turns out Im sure Cheetah will traveling AMA much may work out well after get nice break youEnough now October1992 105 n Sears iitrict 6 President lU bOX iUb btlrgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Iowa / Michigan Minnesota / Wisconsin 7 District Report Peter Waters District 7 Vice President 115 E Main Upper Level Northville MI 48167 Assistant Vice President Boyd Bowdish 6410 Glenwood N Golden Valley MN 55427 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Dr Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Don Bentfield 1440 West Minnehaha Ave St Paul MN 55104 Bud Gorman Box 33 Knife River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Blvd Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Dr Madison WI 53705 Leroy Satterlee 1604 Huntington Dr Waterloo IA 50701 Ron Sears 132 S Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stamm 3116 Boyce Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly P0 Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 Theres life old fingers yet Managed get local 1/4 Midget Race took fast time fifth place Sort lit fires racing weekend its Q-500 time must say trim flight Thursday evening wild few laps lot trim needed sort thing straight flight guess rusty neighbor may have smiling antics horse barn sure nice ride van back end lot fly around three sticks George raises Arabians hops fence fly models horses never stop chomping rass Formula beating close expect will much verbiage Grand Opening Muncie complex throughout issue Model Aviation thoughts rather random felt concerned possible reactions members reached site much work anticipated sort attitude heck no Everyone met talked comments have read club newsletters members attended gave least double plus great fun asking attendees site worth paying $15 [of dues money] guess missed districts members several have mentioned never saw other atmosphere real carnival planes type size managed fly Parakeet gave Ed McCollough tweak too see retained skill greats modeling world too Theres already demand again next year AVP Bud Gorman drove down Duluth lad Joe Hass Jean Jim Lasik Michigan missed BBQ drove over JRP Saturday Night Thundergreat racing too believe total number pilots ran around 1400 about 500 flights crashes Sig guys marvelous CL training program ran dozens students through during two days thanks go hard-working Munsee Skychiefs seem everywhere way down opening Jim Lapham chewed committee has finally reached goal important AMA aeromodeling played game What if. became quite concerned about What AMA died today Give some thought will soon realize horrible disaster would occur no AMA monitor keep check continuous nibbling RC frequencies am willing bet powerful industrial lobby would soon using spots no time RC would back 20-years-ago scene No recognized body would deal other government agenciesFAA DNR Armed Forces Wow What mindboggling mess couple years have negotiating flying field state park working large club could have secure field finance cutbacks State Department level long hard tiresome effort Joe Hass several clubs members included staking out desired property demonstration flights several occasions site finally approved some conditions just sites have also needed some investment club prepare site including parking lot moving bike path such No field would need developed virgin acreage possible restriction usage during two-week deer hunting season also mentioned annual rent $300 So guess whatthe club turned down site manner has set back negotiations DNR unknown years real problem no chance offer site another interested group refusal letter very curt raised hackles DNR officer invested several thousand dollars budget work out site would model other clubs further negotiations DNR now loss feel strongly enough consider sending bill club inconsiderate actions meeting club decided refuse site less 50% members attended large number present abstained As can read club placed Christmas Card list moral negotiations must good faith seems club often its own well modelings enemy PS Wheres scanner 106 Model Aviation Famous Debbie Beek parents Grand Rapids swap meet Guys Dolls Mount Pleasant district meeting Greater Detroit Hiking Soaring Society flying new site first time Photo W Hutchings Rochester Aeromodel Society January 18th 9th annual Jim Graham Freeze Fly Photo Ron Jay Arkansas / Louisiana New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas Associate Vice Presidents chuck Andrska 605 Mark NE Albuquerque NM 87123 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 clyde Brother 4903 Wtiisenng Oaks Dr Colege Staton Th 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Dr Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood St Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rook AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Ave Arlington TX 76018 Frequency coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 months column written Glenn Gresens VP Louisiana Early spring traditional time Baton Rouge Bi-Liners annual Control Line contest never rains event March winds April showers know better slop over first weekend May Charlie Melancon Donnie Melanson work well together ran show usual aplomb Twenty contestants Florida Tennessee Texas along local talent generated over 40 entries Stunt t/2A Slow Combat plus several Racing events Richard Stubblefield will fly Combat USA team later year came over Houston finished second Slow Combat behind Ted Carlson Nashville John Zapp Jacksonville Florida won third-place trophy order finish Beginner Intermediate Stunt Travis Spinosa Steve Kocher Rick Leveque Allan Burtness won first place Advanced Expert David Jones second Robert Chachere finished third Robert also won Foxberg race Wayne Neck second Justin Smith Junior flier coming third Kurt Carlson won Open Mouse followed Robert Chachere Gary Smith enough youngsters support separate events Juniors Mouse Racing /2A Combat Justin Smith Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson finished order Junior Mouse Justin also won hA Combat Tommy second Gregg third Modeling seems organized activity young people adults can play together same toys same time benefits interaction young old alike incalculable venue Bi-Liners annual contest beautiful multipurpose public facility near center city Junior modeler huge field probably 100 young soccer players like number Little Leaguers scores tennis enthusiasts large group Earth Day volunteers busily planting trees youth groups operate within local national organizations support dedicated adults numbers testify efficiency programs modeling circles adults youngsters actually playing game together time has come AMA modeling press manufacturers others make money modeling get various acts together generate youth program Shame I Top Row L-R Frank Ivanyisky fueling RC Duration entry Ace-Hi glider Ace R/C easily convened RCD flying Willie Richards Leon Wilcox Beaumont Texas hardfought Climb Glide contest Windom Phillips background prefers stand Members Baton Rouge Bi-Liners club L-R standing Charlie Melancon Gary Smith Don Melanson Kurt Carlson L-R kneeling Justin Smith Dave Jones Travis Spinosa Bottom Row L-R Lamar Alexander Red Stick Power Glider club Baton Rouge showing oft A4 Skyhawk F117A Nighthawk CW Armand Alexandria Louisiana Tequila Bipe Chuck Cunningham design CW president MidStates R/C club Charlie Melancon Greg Zapp Tommy Thompson showing off hardware Right- Donnie Melanson Baton Rouge Bi-Liners Gene Hempel District 8 VP inspect experimental carbon-fiber composite pipe Donnies 40-powered Stunt model us fail transmit unique skills disciplines taught modeling least few youngsters Mid-May traditional time Baton Rouge RC clubs annual RC DurationlClimb Glide Rallye Rule book events 702 703 respectively gaining popularity participation Fourteen contestants showed up several out-of-town fliers discouraged overzealous weather forecasters predicted various kinds storms other atmospheric disturbances may know about relatively new events RC Duration requires small RC planes wingspan limited 60 powered Cox reed-valve engines stock 8cc tanks engine run limited fuel standard tank Climb Glide fliers can use RC plane engine up 25 cu displacement required shut down engine after minute very fast very steep climbing both cases contestant tries stay aloft 15 minutes Contest Director given considerable leeway number flights rounds flown way contest format can tailored fit local conditions George Dwyer flying early version Van Herefords Shadow design won RC Duration event Van Hereford Frank Ivanyisky finished second third place respectively Several others around country building flying Shadow Plans competitive design scheduled publication later summer Franks third-place winner Ace Hi Ace RIC Cox Texaco 049 engine mounted nose 72-inch foam wing Ace Hi cropped 60 inches meet wingspan limits RC Duration rules other hand-launched glider kits can converted RCD flying installing Cox engine standard 8cc tank nose power pod nose-mounted engine reduces drag usually worth extra effort Willie Richards Beaumont Texas flew Olympic 650 Fox 15 power first place Climb Glide event same plane used its owner Leon Wilcox another Texan garner fourth place competition Van Hereford finished second larger version basic Shadow design Charles Carter Kent Ladner also made trip Beaumont competed RC Duration event Bob Dore owns operated Hobby Hut Baton Rouge finished third flying Bridi EZ-l sixmeter glider powered very serious Fox 15 climbing performance rig awesome Bobs son Chris flew cloud about 55 seconds lucky regain control Three seasons testing have shown oneminute engine run about right Climb Glide obviously possible set up plane OGS minute equally obvious cant win contest cant see entry 15-minute max also about right good planes will have trouble staying aloft 15 minutes thermal lift prevent identical scores CD can discretion invoke precision duration rule score flight calculated deducting time over max 15 minutes Most Climb Glide experience has six-meter gliders 15 engines 100-inch planes larger engines competitive further development larger planes may have edge C&G rules limit twostroke engines 25 cu four strokes 40 Old Timer fliers can compete RC Duration t/2A Texaco planes other antique designs RC systems can fly Climb Glide contests information RC Duration andlor Climb Glide send SASE Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 ber 1992 107 CoIoado Kasoas / Nebraska / North Dakota / South Dakota / Wyomog 9 District Report Russ Miller District 9 Vice President 980 N 3rd Street Carrington ND 58421 Days 701 652-2739 Evenings 701 652-2321 Associate Vice Presidents Tom Boyd 701 N 58th St Lincoln NE 68505 Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall St Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 81st Cir Arvada CO 80005 Loran Moen 607 E Vera Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketta 4921 Fernwood Dr Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Ave Overland Park KS 66207 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire St Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Kansas Scraper thoroughly enjoyed traveling Hiawatha Kansas June 14 participate RC Prop Busters second annual fun-fly young club certainly has its act together moving right direction Thanks generous help Bob Davis family Prop Busters has beautiful full-size airstrip enjoy flying complete hanger used concession booth trailer house club house transmitter impound announcers tower fun-fly free pilots public money raised last years concession booth paid observation announcers tower Prop Busters fun-fly like miniature Byrons flyin would strongly encourage everyone eastern Kansas Nebraska area make regular part flying calendar No competition eventjust laid-back flying fun Grand OpeningMuncie IndianaRuss Miller Grand Opening history great time twoand-a-half days filled plenty flying because fantastic weather ribbon-cutting ceremony took about half hour rest time devoted flying Gene Marshall present did allow VP fly airplane Grand Opening Gene has modeling quite some time first membership dated 1946-50 rejoined 1973 Flying RC models gliders keeps him busy weekends Thanks Gene met some fine folks Grand Opening get near Muncie areaplease stop tour fly just visit National Flying Site What great place model activity thanks life member Robert Spivey Austin Texas borrowed tools fall year brings AMA elections again-VOTE VOTE VOTE its right duty member organization Dont let apathy kind problem Support District 9 AMA voting Thought month Said Dr Charles W Mayo founder famous Mayo Clinic am doctor try imagine kind doctor Id like try kind doctor bad rule kind job * 108 Model Aviation Hangar Hiawatha Kansas Gene Marshall Shawnee Mission Kansas Ace 4-40 powered four-stroke 40 Gene Marshall getting fly Muncie Grand Opening watch volunteer holds airplane Announcer stand Hiawatha Kansas Arizona California / Hawa Nevada U ah 1 O District Report Regg Keyawa District 10 Vice President 4500 Onyx Way Carmichael CA 95608 Home 916 961-6637 CompuServe addreaa EMAIL 7624747 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee St Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Qaka CA 95628 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Richard Hansen P0 Box 3312 Scottadale AZ 85271 Gary Hover 16016 Ave 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 Eaat Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 Marc M Karpowich 221 W 100 N Logan UT 84321 John F Krohn 11227 Hadley St Whittier CA 90606 Brian Nelson 73 Park Groton Place San Jose CA 95136 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Coaley Dr Lea Vegaa NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Tucaon AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Ave. Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Viata CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Dr Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 916 362-1962 Eloy Mares 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Since last met have attended Grand Opening worlds largest aeromodeling facility enjoyed some time events National Aeromodeling Championships Chicopee undergone coronary quadruple bypass operation first two deals great third left little desired Im home recovering doing everything power sneeze cough laugh have done little stint can sympathize following account have notI hope never have catheter shoved groin area up artery heart cavity dye injected Photos taken area show up result dye one-to10 Reggies pain Richter scale 10 being high gets five count blockages show going replumb veins arteries alleviate problem also mildly shock going tomorrow morning 7 am So slice body about prop-width below big toe about inch below throat guess giant pair clamps come down grab side cut chest expand surgical team takes bets will tear right down middle Once opened dump bucket ice chest stop heart since belong same union head cafeteria its coffee break time Reggie Richter zero since wonderful clutches anesthesiologist whatever serving Wake-up time day half later suddenly finds dramatic changes scale might describe sensation being hit chest out-of-control Formula 1 Pylon Racer would better described direct hit Sherman Tank wont bore sordid details day once sliced little better before important its can still count 250 pounds Im small person make complaint about eight-day stay would have attire Ive hospital couple other minor chargesyears ago attire hasnt changed didnt work doesnt work now thing can say positively stood hospital apparel world its ear What issue onesize-fits-all piece cloth snaps shoulder holeless pajama has string No matter clever ancient art Boy Scout knot-tieing will stay hipeven Imagine two-pound radio transmitter gown pocket wired chest various places PJs wont stay up excruciating pain conceivable part body sudden urge usually occurs just before motion-release beautiful new model youve just finished grab teddy bear hug chest keep coming open somehow find way feet transmitter pulls gown off right shoulder PJs obviously failed knot have held above areas normally displayed stylist photographer would front cover Cosmopolitan reach bathroom door heart sinks realize closed going need something twist handle admittance Pain level Richter scale now 10-plus Any suggestions billprobably around 100kthe stay eight days start finish around twelve-and-a-half k per day Wouldnt think something maybe quite stylish perhaps little functional could furnished Heck small medium large would great start Im beat will plenty written about Muncie Grand Opening National Aeromodeling Championships Nap time edge 4October 1992 109 Bob Stettas Bell-Air 40 work soD oo tetxa ox tne Pioneers Club holding Chipmunk Notables Free Flight Community enjoying shade District 10 Hospitality Wagon Contestants 34th Orbiteers Annual gathered around Lost Hills pillars next month Alaska / Idaho / Montana / Oregon / Washington 11 District Report Ed McCollough District 11 Vice President P0 Box 13677 Portland OR 97213 503 234-443g CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Assaciate Vice Presidents OarelI Aodesorr 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Ar Criver sao WIder 1053676 Jerry Halcorns 1010 NE l22rrd Ave Vascoaver WA 56684 01 Horstroao P0 Boo 107 Ritzville WA 99169-0107 Torrr MeCacoen 16131 Slack sear Anchorage AK 9S516 Oaoe Mollens 15555 Palerrtirro Ave beanIe WA 98133 arace Nelsov 607 F Vckssog St Spokane WA 99208 Orcir Wickline po soo 623 Kamat1 FeIlv 0 97601 CEick Voang 7411154 Ave Etrl4 Sarnoer WA 9535S Assistant Frequency Ceordinator Al Watson 135-145th NE selloce WA 98007 Muncie Grand Opening success over 360 individual flights 1200 pilots signed up Part 360 flights Yep VP actually flew airplane Old friend VP District 7 Pete Waters brought airplane two us put flight badas total devastationcrash Bubba Spivey lost elevator Stinger wonder can Stinger lose its tail supposed other way around Juniors Well place look might theyre introduced Control Line activities Mike Gretz happy band constantly busy Muncie opening giving hundreds youngsters chance fly ukie Jim Cameron did same duty same numbers NW Regionals Eugene Which leads pictures Early May happened Eugene area stopped Prop Spinners fantastic facility across Mahlon Sweet Airport found new club members new fliers Ron Bobby Graff flying beautiful Sunday morning first picture shows Ron getting ship ready son Bobby fly second catches Bobby plane shadow recent issue ofCAMS News Coeur dAlene Aero-Modeling Society reprint Dave Windoms fine memorial Bob Petro originally published June 92 issue RCM well worth reading Out same issue CAMS News inscription plaque carried picture Curtiss Jenny tree said Aviation itself inherently dangerous greater degree sea terribly unforgiving carelessness incapacity neglect Also noted about CAMSa new airfield new club logo new title NL Its now called Downwind ond Deadstick new field layout looks first class thought given amenities spectators well flight activities two runways 450-ft x 65ft other 300-ft x 65-ft Control Line Helicopter sites away main runways Congrats CAMS getting new facility AVP Gil Horstman has visiting clubs around area recently spent time Flathead Barnstormers Kalispell Montana Gil said As pic shows SUPER airport plan get back model fly Tom Shepard president said could visit again Thanks Tom couple years ago Bob Balch visited same club great airfield some ground-level shots Gil sent says Gil said hed met Gil Iverson group forming new club Kalispell area Called Glacier R/C Club group working obtain flying field near Flathead County airport Closer home Gil visited Moses Lake RC Modelers field met Jim Tabor club president field city property adjacent taxiway city airport Moses Lake group AMA clubs coexist fullscale aircraft benefit weekend May 2 3 Gil met CD Paul Rice Columbia Basin Balsa Bashers contest Richland Paul told Gil attendees far away Calgary Eugene total 24 participants enjoyed themselves over weekend used up 44 entries Speed Racing Navy Carrier time After Richland Nats Control Line activity increased Tn-Cities area now have very active club have made bid us hold Nats Richland area 93 people across country enjoyed Nats would like another same area could happen Autumn Thrash Harts Lake Prairie put SAM-8 Strat-O-Bats others scheduled October 24 25 HLP Harts Lake Prairie Latest word events going off scheduled check first Army fickle landlord best aircraft picture 11 scale Lockheed PV-2D Harpoon quartered Pearson Air Museum owned Neil Rose reason picture nose art done Frank Macy Ive written about times recently serious heart surgery Frank healing getting better thought ought know particularly responded pleas made column help him overwhelming medical expenses know Frank deeply appreciates help want know too very much Willamette Modelers Club will hold Silents Please Old Timers Championships Parkers Field near Tangent Oregon September 19th 20th Listed Coupe Cup Finals Category 2 Class AAA meet will include Womens HLG Championship Contest 2Othbest three out six flights two minute maximum Junior contest either HLG Fledgling Rubber get take 1-5 exit 228 Hwy 34E Follow signs Hwy 34E field addition Annual MECA Collectogether will South Albany HS begins 630 pm course want best deals about four wait goodies show up Costs $1 get $1 table go fast Note Foggy Fve got kit LT Lessinger contact Big Birds Treasure Valley wrote Big Bird Fly-In October 2 3 would cosponsored Gooding Prop Nuts will IMAA-sanctioned event crystal ball tells will great weather will fun event Perhaps Big Bird enthusiasts going tenth annual Keizer R/C 13th September should make plans convoy Idaho Treasure Valley Fly Ron Shurtleff president Snake River Valley Modelers told following about event May 18th Fred Evelyn Hand have giving modelbuilding seminar Alameda School year explain airplane flies controlled student given balsa glider build class heads outside test flights Evelyn Fred reported kids just love event too have enjoyed year wanted give kids chance fly RC plane arranged have 11 third-grade students bused flying site Fred two complete airplanes ready go both set up buddy cords third airplane bench transmitter kids could get feel controls before tried fly Fred Evelyn help Jack Smith Bob Moore Ron Shurtleff gave very appreciative group youngsters real chance flying Some did very well did just fine super effort Model Aviation PR RounduplStyles Continued page 95 complaints Never flippant about complaints receive dedicated action small group unhappy field neighbors can lose field Plan ahead good neighbor right start Santa Monica California nice museum located Santa Monica Airport Housed north side Donald Douglas Loop Museum Flying contains some excellent vintage aircraft including 1924 Douglas World Cruiser Curtiss Jenny Curtiss Robin Fairey Swordfish Mustang modified racing Mustang Dago Red two Spitfires DC-2 DC-3 P-40 gift shop model-making displays videos add pleasure visit facility So just happen close want make special trip drop enjoy Museum Flying Phone 213 392-8822 information Dropout Prevention program What admirable target activitygetting kids stay school until qualified move job higher education Dr Walt Good AMA past president sent clipping St Petershurg Times Florida illustrated another way modeler can become involved community clipping Don Jenkins Seminole Florida member Sparks Incorporated St Petersburg club shown excellent photo Neil Franklin grandson starting plane original design Don lovelylooking red-and-white low-wing job Gee Bee traits location Pinellas Park Middle School occasion recent Dropout Prevention program Thanks Walt item Looks like another possibility community involvement clubs individuals still chance have fun Promoting AMA manufacturers have promoted AMA years have actually contributed own pockets times lean People like Carl Goldberg Ed Manulkin Glen Hazel Sig Lee Renaud mention just few helped national association survive grow now new wrinkle support AMA George Barker US Aircore offering Success Guaranteed free replacement airplane AirCore 40 Family Trainer have seen ads will note offer applies kits purchased after July 1 1992 Flight instruction must under supervision AMA chartered club instructor AMA club field approved rules effect crash destroy airplane US Aircore will replace have send pieces signed warranty card need read ads call US Aircore full details its way supporting national association effort make learning fly RC painless rewarding experience National Association State Aviation Officials NASAO based Washington area AMA belongs members NASAG top aviation officials 50 states AMA needs have contact people So belong behalf Have heard Project Air Bear Air Bear national aviation mascot goes school classrooms accompany children simulated vacation flight goal course give kids something can relate enjoy teaching basics about aviation club working school group want work school group Air Bear make contact program find out about costumes literature videos suggest get touch Ms Jan Draper Illinois Department Transportation Division Aeronautics Capital Airport Langhorne Bond Drive Springfield IL 62701-8415 program supported Ninety-Nines know Federal Aviation Administration call Jan 217 785-8516 Find Out about Air Bear plan program own Remember club involved its community gets better flying site next month HQ View /Mankowski Continued page 99 names AMA gained access through Industry Associate Program Coming up next 30 days July Executive Council meeting EAA Fly-In Oshkosh Scale World Championships Muncie Indiana end August preparation 1993 AMA annual budget lot gearing-up work 1993 renewals does include few trips meet AMA members such District 8 Model Aviation Expo Fly-In August 1 2 Oklahoma City Oklahoma painfully aware economy somewhat stagnant Inflation low still exists escalating costs types services products Coupled fact AMA has dues increase since 1986 has caused AMA sit back project fiveyear financial study have genius realize keep escalating costs expenses begin plot near-zero growth revenue negative trend begins emerge Naturally simple solution raise income instituting dues increasea solution favor An alternative closely examine nature business certain amount can taken advantage means cost controls efficiency such measures cannot completely solve problem apply few patches time becoming appropriate Academy closely examine nature business especially review effectiveness necessity variety projects have added Academy since dues raised $40 back 1986 must maintain steady stream services beneficial members must manner ever cost-efficient continually seek out cost-effective ways doing business sounds good well enough except may affect project program personally interested items will under microscope including National Aeromodeling Championships Beyond high amount physical effort maintain Nats now know will also come under scrutiny methods Nats can self-supporting under what conditions income could generated Nats would include considering prospect hosting Nats Muncie vs high cost dollars time moving around country annual basis attend Nats regular basis may may enjoy prospect permanent home Nats could coupled reduction entry fees may make alternative palatable use Nats example same scrutiny will extend other projects events performed AMA will begin see Academy insisting little various programs self-supporting Academy will also begin raising funds support certain programs developments No course trying inject malice AMA enforce changes capricious manner think youll see AMA performing reality check order maintain steady flow services its membership Late News Flash just Congratulations US Indoor team took second place FiD World Championships Cezar Banks won 3rd place Richard Doig 4th place Larry Loucka 15th Safe flying no accident October1992 111