Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/02
Page Numbers: 145, 146, 147, 148, 149, 150, 151, 152, 153, 154, 155, 156, 157, 158, 159
Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics East Memorial Drive ie IN 47302 Editors Note regrettable error caused duplication December January Sound columns apologies Howard readers double-length column bring everyone up date Competition Fun-Fly recently attended Competition Fun Fly Association National Championships complete article later Model Aviation hosted Raleigh AeroMasters flying site near Youngsville North Carolina special interest column effort being made operate reduced sound levels both categories aircraft being flown two categories quite different aircraft flown type competition built light feasible Unlimited class especially noteworthy effort made get aircraft light possible aircraft powered engines 32 range Webra being popular present need build light would tend prohibit stock aftermarket mufflers available today What answer answer has published pages quite often over past several years Make purchase tuned-pipe adapter engine being used Next go out purchase couple cans hair spray pressurized aluminum cans some aluminum tubing 54 3/s inside diameter some JB Weld Now have parts needed make very lightweight muffler proper choice can size will provide rather good muffler very little weight penalty Jerry Smith Paducah Kentucky has using competition-winning Unlimited design other aircraft have proven very effective Quite number designs have published Model Aviation noted elsewhere muffler very easy manufacture should serve well use tubing drilled passages will create excessive back pressure will work advertised can still install pressure tap per usual muffler installation need installation Formula Class follows along lines Miss Martha aircraft general arrangement size beast another nature engines category run 40 46 cubic inch displacement Some competitors make use stock mufflers will provide sufficient quieting flying sites also sees mufflers other manufacturers especially Davis Soundmaster photo report shows Soundmaster installed propeller choices follow need stated mufflerthe engine requirement aircraft weight Generally Unlimited aircraft flown ailerons elevator Torque gyroscopic effect whatever rolling tendency major concern since no rudder exists help counteract actions consideration propeller quite light rather restricts propeller being made wood Formula aircraft being conventional design often seen APC other propeller designs Again can seen photo accompanies column Safety column basically dedicated being safety forum however safety responsibility of us occasions safety problem becomes least moment very serious consideration individual An individual named went out alone flying site early Sunday morning check out aircraft flown later day Sunday becomes important factor checkout did occur site used later due time restrictions individual very knowledgeable careful modeler some years experience accident did happen directly result certain carelessness model operation events led accident common sites engine started checked out model preparation flight aircraft transmitter picked up order place aircraft runway takeoff Unwittingly flier stepped depression field lost balance fell fall resulted transmitter being bumped throttle moved engine high rpm aircraft slipped modelers grasp impacted right arm severe laceration resulted propeller sliced arm severing arteries well muscle tissue itself critical situation aggravated flier being alone site flier proceeded get place help quickly realized would impossible own attempted obtain ride hospital Understand situation relatively remote location early Sunday morning Traffic certainly would find city center time pickup truck eventually went returned few minutes later driver told flier something made him realize should have stopped driver took flier place could treated result happier ending might have taken place individual lost quart blood due severity cut resulted about seventy stitches being taken took about ten minutes sew up outer cut hour sew up internal damage Saline solution injected replace fluid individual will miss about six weeks work result accident important thing remember cut itself serious another factor consider fact blood being lost likelihood quickly going shock would have probably prevented individual getting assistance own intervention perhaps divine got him help probably saved life photo shows bottom aircraft involved color print much graphic impressive black white reproduction streaks running down chord wings blood would have run chill up spine have seen person lesson should never go flying site alone ways being injured other common finger-inthe-propeller-arc type accident Any accident might result serious bleeding broken bones might sufficient incapacitate eye injuries unconsciousness can deadly have enjoyable beneficial pastimes available today ruin part placing yourself situation possible extreme danger can always wait another hour another day another week fly prized aircraft Aviation Complaints history aviation complaints about overflight aircraft date almost beginning manned flight probably should expect no better treatment terms model aircraft operation February 1994 145 Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 146 y Ifle President ot Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 As write piece early November Clara finally back Florida must say stay Muncie over four months very interesting now have better appreciation Headquarters function having heen middle extended period certainly can appreciate complexity operation requires significant staff perform myriad functions now have fifty people Headquarters last time counted number employees varies some extent part-time help employed special needs staff assigned various departments such Operations Model Aviation magazine Competition Computer Services Special Services insurance Accounting Public Relations Membership Museum Maintenance Its busy place amazed amount paperwork processed Right now middle membership renewal process operation keeps especially busy Just prior departing Muncie quarterly Council meeting held meeting consumed two days preceded open house Muncie civic leaders synopsis Council Meeting will published future issue Model Aviation would like highlight few items considered meeting Replacement Interim Executive Director Bob Underwood agreed July take position up year would like him stay Rae made plans retire new house being built St Louis will honor agreement Council has decided employ services American Society Association Executives search Executive Director hope have hired Bobs replacement March 1994 provide some overlap before Bob retires Sale Reston Property now negotiating party leasing eventually sale Reston property trust can satisfactorily worked out assets can used complete development Muncie Flying Center Contribution Ball Brothers Foundation Having received substantial contribution Foundation using seed money fundraising campaign Geoff Styles will spearhead effort help professional service Visalia California Site Council has elected continue venture Gary Hover guiding effort District X Budget have substantially increased Rich Hansons budget next year has very impressive program must say am very impressed Rich dedication modelers country District will find Rich very receptive helping problems Balloon Festival negotiating City Muncie host major Hot Air Balloon Festival Flying Center 1995 several day event will include modeling demos various other activities make real extravaganza Modeling Events Several modeling organizations negotiating schedule events Muncie facility 1994it will busy year Flying Center Young Eagles Program signed agreement EAA help promote program initiative aimed providing million youngsters significant aviation experience year 2003 100th anniversary Wright Brothers first flight program already underway AMA will developing specific plans involving youngsters model aviation Pylon Judges Tragic Death now am sure have leamed accidental death gentleman Phoenix Arizona struck model racer Warbird Pylon Races terrible tragedy serves remind us accidents can happen hobby love much have extended condolences family VP Rich Hanson modelers attended funeral also acting responsibly creating Ad Hoc Committee review racing procedures Please exercise care model flying Serious accidents rare occur times tragic results Muncie Hying Center Needs 1000 acres Muncie requires frequent maintenance Besides mowing general upkeep move dirt fill holes plant posts erect signs repair structures etc need adequate mowing equipment tractor front loader dump truck power tools hand tools etc would like make contribution could use such help Just call Headquarters Greg Chartrand head Maintenance Department will happy talk Equipment doesnt have new should serviceable Currently shopping military surplus sales other sources good used equipment plan gradually move operations hired cropping mowing etc in-house operationmore efficient less costly will happy receive donations kinds equipment financial museum-quality planes etc tax deductible d/Crispin Continued paqe 145 Attempts prevent use aircraft purpose common Recreational use special target whether man-carrying presentday society always instances complaint may justified hot-air balloonist making bum over chicken house usually trouble individual flying powered parafoil onto ring during recent Bowe-Holyfield fight supersonic flight over populated areas other such instances quite likely receive justified complaints other hand operations particularly unsafe excessively noisy expected participants free harassment always case minority society have protection think should granted law knowledge first incident complaint registered news day occurred Australia May 9 1912 An early aviator name William Hart culprit fined 20 pounds act propelling long time aeroplane over upon against plaintiffs land causing cattle herd stampede According reports due noise aircraft appearance landed near cattle event early costly result art flight can see thus rather long history problems Protests filed against Academy Muncie site annoying disturbances because noise overflight landowners property Sound familiar Conversation between landowner officials Academy brought satisfactory resolution matter least present order prevent further complaints certain restrictions have placed upon airspace area used vicinity property will prevent overflight second part problem same troubles flying sites around country sound model aircraft flight two things done complaints area both have mentioned past will well repeat solutions First must initiate plan reduce overall sound levels permitted site Second need control airspace being used standard practices followed everywhere such problems crop up second part solution accomplished some extent change made prevent overflight property need exists however check ambient sound levels property line make note maximum decibels permitted attempts maintain slant range distance aircraft property will preclude exceeding ambient noticeable level should less 3 dB talk Out county following lead city Muncie noise ordinance done levels permitted would quite bit lower normally accepted around country need aware what done position prevent restrictive levels area first part equation will require some self-discipline part visitors site much chance will anyone out general-use runway checking visitors aircraft will test setup installed will enable visitor quickly easily check his/her aircraft sound level will mounted enclosed sound meter normally covered against weather easily accessed reading will place start new requirements site Advance notice sound-level requirement being presented other places everyone will aware need will comply figure level Continued page 147 146 Model Aviation does time fly busy last month has blur Between AMA business own business Chicago RCHTA trade show havent much time breathe news month both good bad bad news model airplane struck killed course worker warbird race Arizona October know details yet accident still under investigation certainly extend condolences family friends victsm Its hard speak good news darkness follows such tragic accident must carry business hand good news budget passed Executive Council shows enough surplus enable us purchase some badly-needed equipment AMA HQ am sure member EC has own priority list list topped new computer system will allow complete integration of various departments AMA HQ Principally interest accounting membership departments after membership department cash register need better timely financial tracking obvious us discovered situation recently points Out need better integration various management information systems thats buzzword better computer system few recently received letter Jane Ames finance personnel director asking dig records see cancelled check payment 93 dues majority responded well discovered checks cleared banks simply replaced checks However some apparently misunderstood what problem seemingly thought AMA accusing some dastardly deed case simply trying find out what happened few batches checks somewhere between membership accounting departments Jane came AMA its new controller found file containing number letters members wrote advise us checks never cleared bank Having come retail arena business recognized potential being sign money being rerouted other accounts illicitly undertook look discovered few batches checks processed membership department never showed up having deposited bank couple possible explanations unfortunately plausible victim some form internal theft After discussions auditor determined way really try find out what happened attempt get cancelled check known batches trace backwards As turns out have received responses letter single copy cancelled check meaning likelihood problem being straight-up theft reduced considerably still few possible explanations some involve illicit activity some involve simply lack sufficient security internal control strncture have taken steps ensure particular problem doesnt happen again points out real need much-betterintegrated computer systemnot prevent type thing happening make quicker easier identify got letters ignored please try help us out looking bank reconciliation determine check processed bank would very interested getting copy cancelled check both sides check cleared bank therefore charged account would certainly appreciate would replace check have no way force replace checks would probably avail ourselves option possible would hope majority would voluntarily replace checks discussions during development budget became apparent could save considerable amounts money doing construction projects around site ourselves example FF contingent has pointed out need graveled parking lots upwind corners site put ourselves compared contracting out cost would cut half Same goes very necessary expansion parking area near HQ building Originally parking lot designed museum use soon discovered underestimated number uses put huge parking areas out near flying facilities didnt take account situation areas filled up rain halts flying activity little Hey good time go look museum HQ just get out rain down main building orwell can see problem 300 cars trying fit lot designed 50 before decided put HQ building 50 employees lot now filled employees cars have no room other traffic concept emerged should buy dump truck some type front end loader use maintaining facility well use improve type facilities discussions centered buying pieces equipment got thinking about EAA has successful getting type equipment donated saw pieces equipment donated xxxxx lettered side some cases its chapter EAA has acquired basic piece equipment has fixed up donated other cases company has simply donated piece equipment FAA painted up probably using volunteers put service has got someone Out has dump trnck could donate cause might able make out better donating AMA taking tax writeoff selling trading Keep mind AMA 501c3 corporation such can accept donations tax-deductible basis Think about dlCrispin Continued page 146 difficult time will lowered needed ordinances change additional neighbors level will lowered normal site now sound level established 98 dBA measured 9 feet effective date April 1 1994 Exceptions site rule will granted flying under existing rulebook events scheduled meets arranged test flying As rules change levels event will noted posted requirements Contest Boards should note needs consider changes events future planning world does prevent potential need enforced sound levels flying sites see time need get down 90 9 lower some cases order continue operations Flying sites too critical ignore situation exists today society Please feel free contact AMA Headquarters problem exists location will attempt provide solution Other Sources least two other publications have engine reviews listing sound level testing engines Both provide stationary test-stand data publications R/C Report Model Airplane News latest issue RIC Report example did test Royal 46 AAC reported very good operation stock muffler dB levels below 90 reviews Model Airplane News Dave Gierke often include flight data well test-stand data Dave has dynamometer setup provides torque values uses wide variety props provides sound levels props worth checking out need look sources No individual can uary 1994 147 October proved month visitsmost pleasant visits might add Following free flight world championships Lost Hills California Headquarters operation pleased receive delegation three aeromodelers China After having flown Chicago visited Midwest Products facilities journeyed Muncie Midwests chief executive Frank Garcher day Visit filled interesting insights revelations important know aeromodeling activities China subsidized government leader three-man group spoke English Huang Yougliang Secretary Aero Sports Federation China other two party Zhang Fusheng Li Ren Da coaches competition activities areas concern aeromodeling arena addressed lack adequate materials significant problem modeling community overcome However certainly no lack enthusiasm drive approach far youth concerned laudable contains elements could certainly emulate such pleasure share day second set visitors two former AMA presidents Maynard Hill John Patton two gentlemen have maintained close contact Academy care very much its operation John instance has worked Nats volunteer years Maynard brings modeling rare blend scientific background how-to skills sort Ben Franklin Tom Edison approach Over years Maynard has held world records powered RC flight still holds records Altitude 26919 feet 1970 Seaplane Altitude 18535 feet 1967 Speed closed course 2418 kph Distance Straight Line 45523 kin recent accomplishment 1992 Duration 33 hours 39 minutes 15 seconds Beyond record attempts Maynard has provided innovative developments both modeling remotely-piloted vehicle RPV work purpose Maynard Johns journey Maryland Muncie site bring world record models Museum certainly welcomed collection us fact Mike Fulmer museum curator aiready has displayed course secondary purpose Maynard John visit enjoy site loan airplane PR director Jay Mealy both gentlemen opportunity fly Since Don Lowe time opportunity witness three AMA presidents flying RC model same flight Maynard claimed another record youve never shared experiences have missed wonderful opportunity especially Maynard nudged spinning some wonderful stories should noted part visit Maynard left very generous $5000 donation museum site development Academy deeply indebted him accomplishments service generous donations time money third set visitors Muncie site came continuing effort develop maintain good community relationships President Lowe asked staff provide reception local business community leaders During course several hours able provide information about what Academy hopes accomplish give everyone opportunity visit Executive Council employees gave flying demo Model Aviation Managing Editor Jim Haught excellent free fighter flew FlD Indoor model new Muncie friends Headquarters staff greatly impressed tried very hard visualize would take 28 models equal weight birthday card sent Aunt Mary last set visitors Executive Council attending October meeting long agenda meeting lasted total 18 hours over two days synopsis business will provided next issue Model Aviation official minutes approved next meeting bulleted list action items Approved partnership proclamation EAA dealing Young Eagles youth program Approved budget 1994 should noted different approach has used construct budget year now based directly line items used financial report rehash past budgets Capital Expenses approved include update computer system Approval negotiate Muncie Visitors Bureau regarding site usage hot air balloon festival 1995 Acceptance two new special interest groups Jet Pilots Association National Control Line Racing Association Approval develop procedure Bylaws regarding impeachment officers An item involving conflict-of-interest statement tabled Approval development safety advisory Pylon racing Approval cash life insurance policy held former Executive Director motion fund Visaiia Regional site rejected process site development therefore ongoing Approval engage services company Executive Director search company employed American Society Association Executives ASAE Approved changing fee Intro Pilot program instructors present $40 $5 motion restore Reggie Keyawa Model Net AMAs expense rejected District X Vice Presidents yearly budget increased due increased AMA membership Approved 98dB sound level requirement normal flying operations National Hying Site effective April 1 1994 Approved completion video used fundraising purposes Additional discussion occurred variety subjects An offer Reston property counteroffer being developed fundraising program site development computer plan Headquarters operation proposal concerning Reese Airport property no action takenright first refusal retained Revision Intro Pilot program information removes perceived limitations radio control clubs next scheduled Executive Council meeting January 22 1994 Muncie As can tell October busy month few personal notes really need add First several great big thank yous number folks Don Clara Lowe four months on-the-spot help Muncie Don provided incredible amount support guidance through very difficult time volunteers helped make National Aeromodeling Championships success So often seem take days work sacrifice granted Please accept sincere thank job well done Lastly point youve already read may have raised some questions mind Item 11 Executive Council actions indicates approval company Executive Director search may have noted some acceptance position predicated being interim assignment wife still intend retire least partially St Louis area new home delayed still happening trust understand motive telling hobby seems destined create feed minors rival best created anywhere did want stated something sinister happening Additionally want assure will work very hard make transition smooth new staff members rapidly picking up routines leaming jargon developing real feel associations needs staff members some longevity notice didnt say older providing excellent support form association memory Because factors element teamwork feel can make transition work pledge utmost cause regardless time needed Beyond point further pledge continue member advocate provide whatever part-time efforts necessary handle tasks assigned As always much later Model Aviation ecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James U Semonian 188 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3148 MC McGuflin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001 -2230 Frequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 RIC Aces Tajiwinds newsletter Doug Hooten has taken over editor would like exchange newsletters other clubs also will print information club s events deadline 20th month send information before Dougs address PO Box 455 North Hampton NH 03862-0455 Gone Flyin newsletter Louis Dineen starting newsletter devoted primarily free flight control-line fliers effort Louis help fliers keep touch other looking input articles newsletter free anyone requests added mailing list Contact Lewis 229 Ash Street Apt 1 Lewiston ME 04240 Leader Club list District Clubs have qualified AMA Leader Club Award continues grow latest Club receive Award Cape Ann RIC Club Congratulations members Ron Arriel August column reported RC show presented Shriners display saw show entered boat did know owner boat owned Ron Arriel operates S&G Craft makers quality classic wooden boat kits desire information call Ron 508 352-6802 apologies Ron providing information original article Otis AFB August 23 1993 Vein Duckworth Peter Monroe Walt Witkos gave flying demonstrations set up static display 42 youths attending aviation youth camp camp went five days extensive schedule events relating aviation staffed entirely volunteers spent entire five days camp extremely successful probably will take place again next year thanks men devoted day putting demonstrations appreciated everyone involved did lot promote model aviation know summer time seemed fly did nearly things wanted have talked feel 1993 has good year know hasnt can hardly wait 1994-hopefully will better remainder column will devoted pictures have sent involving various events thank sending efforts appreciated have sent pictures have appeared probably will future column being written November February issue receive Januaryyou figure out Anyway Barb hope very happy holiday season best 1994 uary 1994 149 Some 42 youths Otis AFB camp Most models provided Vein Duckworth Ground school person chance work transmitter observe controls working airplane Jack Patrolia 1949 Lii Super Zilch silk dope finish Gorgeous model shows old-time building skills Flight line Potato Blossom Festival Fort Fairfield ME Demonstrations Aroostock County Flyers Dave Skillings starts Ziroli T-6 Ginny Fiinchbaugh husband Richs Curly Blaise assists during RC Dreamboat flying boat Power demonstrations Brunswick NAS Graupner 700 turbo eight cells recently rebuilt J-3 Cub 13 1/4-scaie models Tony Barceilos built models Fishers Airport Middleboro MA Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Highistoan NJ 08520-4501 zip codes085 088 088 089 Tom BrOwn 02 P/V PSC 8 Boo 2135 APO AC 09123 zip codes EuroperAPO8FPO Wee De Cou 85 Riverside Odve Basking Ridge NJ 07920-1 308 zip codas070-078 078 079 Vince Jullano 18 Skamrsck Rd Rocky Point NY 11778 zip codeall7-118J Watt Geary 533 Franklin Boalevard Absecon NJ 08201-2717 zip codesOBO 082 083 Ray Jusobbus 7 Evergreen Avevae Neoc Hyde Park NY 11040-3914 zip codesOgO 081 100-104 108107 110-1 18 Gus Pandajls 1885 Pentield Road Pantield NY t4528-1409 zip codeaI4O-1477 Adam Satfler 41 Perry Avenue Lutirom NY 12115-3433 zip codeslSO-I23 128 129 133-138v Terry Tenrenoire tOt Smithileld Drive Endicoit NY 13760-4329 zip codesI3O-132 137-139 148 149J Woody Woodrese 233 Longview Drive Beyville NJ 08721-3118 zip codeso77 087 Frequency Coordinator Lon Sauter 2062 RabbO Lane Ptrocniv NY 131 35-9507 Come District II meeting held Saturday February 26 1994 1 pm WRAM Show Westchester County Center White Plains New York Pennsylvania Avenue R/C Society Founded 1956 PARCS utilized almost flying Site tn immediate areathe moot popular being Pennsylvania Avenue alongside Belt Parkway site today Starret City Co-Op days roster boasted some 26 members. struggling early radio control systems using basic type directional control planes Things quite different today. alrplanes guided up-to-the-minute state-of-the-art radio-control systems using space-age technology allowing flier exactly duplicate real aircraft flight includes taxiing runway accelerating take-off climbing Out altitude doing complete series aerobatic maneuvers entering landing pattern landing taxiing back pit area level reliability never enjoyed before some changes membership count too have approximately 300 members walks life ages indicating sport enjoyed Its easy get into.radio systems start low $100 fliers must have AMA membership insurance joining local club gets help instruction youll need successful hobby As flying site located Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn New York Gateway National Parks PARCS host club Floyd Bennett Field administers flying site guest fliers visitors ample parking area Weather permitting open seven days week please feel free ask questions welcome further information contact club historian kind enough put article together Call write Harry Botkowsky 2770W 5th Street Apt 19E Brooklyn NY 11224 Tel 718 372-4998 AVP Ray Juschkus November 14 visited PARCS club Gatweway National Park Brooklyn NYthe location Floyd Bennett field Club president Ken Moltzon showed around mingled amongst great group fliers impressed well organized operated demonstrating good fellowship flying ability could help notice precision Tony Cerasani flying Ultimate finite control cohort P Benderly could challenge number points Tonys eight-point roll flew circular figureeight pattern park also visited Blue Nose Hangar fly Indoor Upon entering saw Don Ross flying 2 Watt Electric-powered RC model others flying sorts models both Electric rubber-powered free flight Bob Bender noted Peanut Scale builder flier flew usual perfection spite heckling Ed Whitten mentor Indoor Jr Sr present spectating ajoy conversationalist top off day Joe Beshar Havent seen much about overseas fliers lately thought Id drop line have about ten Americans flying German-American flying club five miles north Ramstein AFB Fourth July weekend biannual Fly Naked Days theres two days year nice enough Germans treat us great get good deal club dues almost unrestricted use club field rare over Most guys just plain ol sport fliers although trying put together Taube Staffel using Balsa USA kits AVP Tom Brown Europe Dan Whiteman president Thundervolts R/C Club New York State presented $6000 check Bob Burroughs president Empire State Aerosciences Museum money raised during second annual ESAM Giant Scale Fly-In June 12-13 Schenectady Airport event co-sponsored Thundervolts Lazy Eights Adirondack Sport Fliers drew 78 pilots 100 alrcraft Schenectady County Flight Controller Dan Chevalien malntalned airspace interface full-size aircraft AVP Adam Sattler New York July 11 1993 Meroke RC Club held its First Annual Open Fun-Fly its home field Cedar Creek Park Aerodome Seaford New York Prizes combinations gift certificates donated Willis Hobby Mineola cash entrance fees awarded top three places five events plaques awarded top three overall scores Merchandise donated various manufacturers RC products raffled off door prizes half hour two Futaba radiosone donated Sunrise Hobbies Seaford other Futaba Corporation Americawere raffled off during day participated agreed CD Artie Koehler staff did superb job organizing activities war never delay events proceeded smoothly Lunch provided participants avallable sale spectators seemed enjoy activities much contestants Unfortunately area experiencing heat wave forecast ioou temperature day may have deterred potential participants Meroke members overwhelmingly consider event success planning Second Annual Open Fun-Fly early October 1994 days Long Island usually clear cool skies sparking blue enclosed picture registration impound area shows some Merokes awaiting arrival contestants AVP Ray Juschkus Plassman Landstuhl Germany 150 Model Aviation * Typical Sunday spectators District II shoulder patch design contest ends December 31 1993submit design recommendation now winner gets four-channel radiothe District gets patch designthis will result available District II shoulder patch membership Send entries Joe Beshar 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Some PARCS club officers Sunday Fun-Fly spectators Eu 11 g 4 i EHIE 11 ie] tin Ohio / Pennsylvania / West Virginia Bob Brown Vice President 1255 High Street Bradford PA 16701 814 362-7702 Associate Vice Presidents Mike Barbee 6561 Calgary Court Columbus OH 43229-2008 David H Ellis 5261 DeWitt Road Cross Lanes WV 2531 3-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Control Line/Free Flight Contest Coordination past three years control line free flight contests District III have heen sanctioned through use computer within AMA headquarters Although system very efficient lacked personal contact competitors felt necessary order correct situation Vice President has directed sanction applications 1994 will now sent respective contest coordinators approval Thanks allowed system attempted now know ramifications District III FAI Participation Several members District III very active within various FAI competition programs recent World Championships Austria saw Wendell Atkins Dayton Ohio competing helicopter thirteenth-place finish admirable first attempt world competition Tony Frackowiak formerly Erie Pennsylvania placed ninth Pattern event US Pylon team selected Toledo Ohio placed first Congratulations team membersyou represented members Academy very proud fashion Next year Bob Hunt will proudly represent us Control Line World Championships Bobs years international experience make him top contenders Also Bob Sifleet will team manager FAI Junior Free Flight World Championship junior program designed create youth interest world competition could have better leader Toledo Ducted Fan Fun Jet rallies fastest- growing events within district Thanks Contest Director Gary Chudzinski following pictures exemplify success first annual Toledo Weak Signals Fan-Fly site used fan-fly Metcalf Airport ten miles southeast downtown Toledo Ohio southeast half airport dedicated event James MeCue Airport Director Thanks fine gentleman 75 x 2500-foot runway avajable Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Four clubs Tn-State Modelers Mountaineers Flying Hillbillies Jackson RIC Aces joined together produce finest Scale events summer James Cottle took great pictures Flying Circuits Picnic Flying Circuits Findlay Ohio provide annual fun-filled picnic fly-in event focused family activity great success Thanks AVP Joe Vislay pictures February 1994 151 Participants Toledo Fan-Fly Toledos Best Show won Stan Clark beautiful Curtiss Falcon Jets jets jets Toledo Flight line fifth annual Bob Evans Scale Meet Fly-In Bill Midgley Columbus Ohio won Best Scale Performance Toledo Fan-Fly Karhoff Grunderman families Flying Circuits picnic Findlay Ohio Steve Lloyd helps friend learn fly Have great holiday season * Pilot Bill Klenhaus caller Bill Carper during flights Eli 1 11 [e ULU 1 District Columbia / North Carolina / Howard Crispin Vice President 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive Severn MD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tipton Road Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicaville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 2761 2-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 288 Holly Lane Mockaville NC 27028-2905 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Soaring The Capital Area Soaring Association hosted annual meet renamed John Brawner Memorial Contest September National Geographic Society grounds Gaithersburg Maryland John Brawner founding member outstanding boosters soaring District meet has consistently largest gatherings soaring enthusiasts country especially east year no exception One-hundred-seven contestants taking advantage site beautiful fall weather Maryland except bit wind desired failed attend should keep mind 1994 number designers innovators make event place calendar plan competing opportunity see latest action will wet appetite build fly sailplanes other soaring events note District IV watch calendar events Among other groups hosting soaring events High Point Soaring Society Asheville North Carolina Tidewater Model Soaring Society Tidewater area Virginia Bristol Organization Model Builders Bristol Virginia Mid Virginia Radio Control Club Petersburg Virginia others primarily thermal-soaring events however check around area will also point Out some slope activity along western ridges area full-scale soaring the major hawk flyways Club activities number clubs getting back organized events after quite number years Out picture see clubs have some activities now getting back rule book events trend excellent should go far getting club membership involved also manner clubs can local exposure Competition sort interest media management rather simple reporting routine club activities Scheduled sanctioned activities much likely attract participants outside club succeeding years after first event probably going see growth attendance word-of-mouth advertises event best result appears growth almost rule book events free flight through radio control events club coming back greater level activity South Eastern Virginia Radio Control Group time club high list clubs running radio control Aerobatics Scale contests held Langley Air Force Base VP can remember judging several meets Over time meet disappeared schedule true also Northern Virginia Radio Control Club year held first Aerobatics meet years Perhaps SEVRCG will find site can again events well recent Fun-Fly/Fly weekend Group intends run annual sanctioned event Saturday devoted competition using four standard events number loops per minute number touch goes two minutes spot landings limbo two classifications Novice Expert differing height limbo winners Novice class photo number right left FirstBob Bolling Norfolk Eglin AFB Aeromodelers Club 20 SecondTravis Elam Yorktown Hots ThirdFrank Orris Hampton Tame Cat winners Expert class photo number two right left FirstJeff Liddell Virginia Beach flying AeroTech Interceptor SecondChuck Coulter Gloucester Miss Martha ThirdJohn Sharpless Virginia Beach also flying AeroTech Interceptor Also Winston-Salem Radio Control Club ran annual Jim Thrift Memorial Fun Fly Thrift Field Advance North Carolina tumout very good what will probably last event held field site lost golf course construction very near future exact date loss certain depending upon speed construction club anticipates site will last overall construction Jim Thrift may well oldest continuously running Fun Fly District IV has always well attended through years attracting spectators well fliers Some best aircraft Fun Fly events proven eventamong Miss Martha flown Bob Richards Bob Vess Jim Thrift Memorial will survive site known present Model Aviation ciata Vice PreSidentS Bob Bartoazewica 3626 RanchwOOd Rd Orlando FL 32808 Ron Chidgey 3713 Poerpano Dr Pensacola FL 32814 Wilbeimina Chlhasz 2826 Arbor Place Knooville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 10101 Midway St Gibsonton FL 33534 Guntevo Dian 1483 Ashiord Ave #701 Condado PR 00807 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr New Albany MS 38652 Karl ilaneet 8833 Village Lane Meddian MS 38305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thomlee Dr N Charleston SC 28400 Marion Lyona 2301 Venetia Rood Mobile AL 38608 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave Miami FL 33133 Gene Matids Boo 337 Daphne AL 38526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Dr Smyma GA 30082 Terry Rlmert 387 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnls Fields Bool003 Stdckland Rd Interlachen FL 33148 Phone 804 8842517 members have grumbling lately AMA magazine no longer provides information voted what AMA Council meetings Henceforth am going show column voted issue meetings Entertaining boring decide. October 30-3 1 1993 meeting EAA Experimental Aircraft Association has begun new program called Young Eagles young people age 8-18 providing personal flight experience EAA asked AMA form partnership toward mutual furtherance voted yes passed 1994 AMA budget presented voted yes passed AMA s capital equipment budget presented $296854 voted yes passed Muncie city PR-person presented project 1994 wherein Balloonists would use field during five-day balloon hop thousands spectators possible resulting revenues voted no because have high tension lines going over AMA field Muncie neither Balloonist organization nor City Muncie came forward insurance whatsoever cover resulting hazards motion passed 1 voted yes proposal accept Jet Flyers Association Control Line Racing Association AMA Special Interest Groups passed motion made table considering nominations AMA officers wherein conflict interest involved voted yes pending clearly defined definition motion passed has proposal several years before AMA Council purchase flying site 260 acres Visalia California price $282400 provide Californians field fly model airplanes idea great private flying field 11 AMA Districts 50 states would nice pay nut crack. continue gentleman region suggested AMA members have dues ralsed either $5 $8 year pay site also suggested instead having AMA elected Council vote purchase instead Leader members permitted vote decide issue Before vote called told Council members District V trusted ones Mississippi Alabama Georgia South Carolina Tennessee South Carolina trusted represent elected District VP would vote spend penny dues money buy another piece land fliers another District clear instructions suggested people District X wanted site bad enough could merely raise AMA dues District alone pay cost Someone said illegal before could suggest further dues increases members living neighborhood voluntary vote called voted yes kill purchase motion defeated issue still alive comments appreciated motion made pay services search organization American Society Association Executives find us new Executive Director voted yes passed motion made downgrade fee Introductory Pilot Programming $40 $5 voted yes motion passed motion made reinstate Reggie Keyawas Modelnet forum CompuServe Reggie District X Association VP voted no motion failed motion made increase District X annual budget $15000 voted yes motion passed motion made establish sound levels Muncie site voted no because proposal contained no information parameters yet passed Lt John Mynster stationed US Naval Air Station Puerto Rico writes am curious know no mention ever made Model Aviation about recent successful Caribbean Fly-In word activities Puerto Rico RC publication want answer question question Lt John come never hear activities get pictures anything Puerto Rico day spite repeated requests Ive never ever seen club newsletter Puerto Rico clubs Puerto Rico apparently no newsletters temperature always 70 90 degrees wind always five mph except during important hurricanes maybe no need club newsletter mild weather holds club together wish person Puerto Rico would keep up modeling events snap Lt John Mynster wife Mayra three children Sean Kurt club member Eric taken recent Kmart exhibition Millington Tennessee Barnstormers RC Club now has 95 members Club President Fred Lincoln outlines charity benefit club held last month Ronald McDonald House club raised $500 everybody good time clubs fourth year raising monies charities picture Jim Prillman flying airplane big show Millington Barnstormers put crowd spectators David Sinclair won static display award Saturday Pictured above Sonny Branch Tallahassee Florida clipped wing Goldberg Piper Cub immediately after test flight Sometimes Sonny likes sometimes mad dont know stand him right minute Sonny has done nice job modeling co-founder 17month-old Moccasin Gap Modelers have 70-acre sod field fly off two important fliers Alabaster Alabama flying Mike Griffiths Scale RC model Thats Mike launching uary 1994 153 Illinois / Indiana Kentucky Missouri Jim Sears Vice President PO Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Associate Vice Presidents Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Charlie Bauer 4944 N Orange Ave Norridge IL 60656 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Dab & Scott Justice 156 S Freezen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Varna IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Ilolsten 616W 30th St Higginaville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816584-7121 Fax 816 584-7761 October has turned leaves beautiful colors associate fall year comes end flying season us cold drives us start working winter projects Maybe Ill work year myself Hmmm wishful thinking didnt get much travel month pretty nasty area first part month Besides breaking very expensive repair done Cheetah didnt wander very far home end month road again Lew McFarland X-Cell Team hosted control line contest earlier month event first control line contest Ive ever seen neighborhood Sure have Lexington isnt home sure nice seeing control line models local high school again Needless say models drew some onlookers Some onlookers radio control model drivers interesting observe remarks about control line aerobatics Fliers came several states firsttime event weather terrible Lew got things off better Sunday event feeding group Saturday night cold Sunday everyone seemed have good time fact think contest may have drawn out some new control line fliers think saw hobby shop other day really appreciated As cold Lew has promised earlier time next year Now can muster courage have some other categories along Stunt events would really neat finally got away go district again headed swap shop Converse Indiana promised attend event last year didnt go weather day perfect flying airplane seemed doing fine go worth trip arrived planes good junk already lined up sold hungry crowd bargaining full swing Converse Flying Eagles moved spot first time year larger place lower price tag Needless say happy counts down little because couple swap shops same area weekend did just fine Im sure will continue have success new swap shop location need coordinate dates Portage continue have great days Other Council meeting Muncie no trips month Ive talked some out would like see some photos column lets see some can talk about trips next months column first ones Alan Davis taken some months ago Edmonson County RC Flyers annual swap shop told Alan years event made cash previous events rest story held blizzard going Folks still made trek Brownsville Kentucky Peoples Choice award went Lonnie Davis Best Show Jets went Mike Kirby third photo group picture winners Awards went third place Michael Dragoo Goshen Indiana sent next taken Millersburg RC Modelers field during impromptu fly-in picnic Beech Staggerwings built held Grant Farrand Dave Yoder Nice Greg Wilson Columbia City Indiana sent photos taken Whitley County Bamstormers alr show during towns festival As can see work doing what best socializing hard work Finish off youngster getting some free flight tralning Twas good day first looked next photo take second look nice photo model something wasnt quite right No wonder Its full-scale Kent Pyle Giant Scaler Clinton Missouri finally fulfilled ultimate Giant Scale builders delight should recognize Spacewalker II made its maiden flight back June got see still under construction think turned out well Dont Joe Adams Oak Creek Wisconsin asked tell Indoor enthusiasts has place fly during winter months Since got dates late three left location Racine Wisconsin Because am out room month can contact Joe 414 762-3492 detalls Theres contest list well Enoughfornow. 154 Model Aviation 4Of course group shot some alrplanes used during show Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knite River MN 55609 Russell Knetzger 2625 E Shorewood Boulevard Milwaukee WI 53211 Jean Lasik 305 Patti Place Holland Ml 49423 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Ron Sears 132 5 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 month full limbo certain election results still fully winter waiting flu shot take effect prevent inevitable bout Too cold get out flying still have no bite get building board cleaned off tackle ideas have Anyhoots think partly Scottish will seasonal months column very well prepared familiar 3 x 5 notepad Last weekend saw Muncie HQ purpose Jim tripped down early could sort Out Nats Shelters poles brackets such very bad shape after VP #6 joined us flown several hours earlier originally planned thirteen sets canopies bundled up storage barns another pile leftovers future packaging buildings famous Pig Barns now great storage barns gear AMA has yet third used baby piglets has substantial amount cast concrete forms seem have reinforcing removed viston chain gang wielding heavy stone crushing sledge hammers easily pops mind would have third barn concrete floor storage Dick Allen shows magnificent Spitfire Monroe Cloudbusters annual banquet Grassfield RC Club scale meet September introduction 1994 officers 1993 Don Bentfield photo meeting place members have expertise solving problem about visiting advising us better about working party work Museum slicked up Mike Fulmer hired friend west coast expert model restoration took realize difference models display very very clean new glazed finish tissue models like new now worthy museum-class models still large amount work needed make museum true museum Mike insisting top quality work everything will definitely great aeromodeling museum Executive Council meeting longest have over twelve hours Saturday another six Sunday did immense amount discussing decision making first time pleasure working Bob Underwood Executive Director what fine job doing Now have get ball rolling can finally retire modeling St Louis brought some problems get solved Muncie find transfer personnel materials reasons new data group revamping LAN systems multiple entries will no longer needed new hires lots seven employees transferred getting up speed Joyce Hager has stepped head up membership Mrs Vojslavek very busy husband Bob appeared Saturday EC meeting strolling new heart working great As Bob said example everyday miracles being done medicine hopes return too months asked check status new membership cards being sent out week OK maln topic need flying fields have continued purchase regional site Visalia Califomia Its start trial process will work out Gary Hover team have developed very precise plans building maintaining site am still needing photos members closeups please write backs have number pencil back corner send short list what photo about Please ask back process adds tape pencil marks asking trend would like have names descriptions member has stalwart club would very surprised receiving District VII Award Look officers members contribute modeling world area helps schools events publicize pastime Ok have rambled through column keep flying alive mind turn action weather breaks way Channel Scanner has retumedit holidaying Kalkaska * February 1994 155 Dave George Indian City RC /4-scale Proctor Nieuport 28 CI First Pilots Choice Pontiac UFO member Adam Wamboldt L Captain Steve Tate Maple Elementary Schools Aerospace Technologies Day Cedar Rapids Skyhawks show tell Swamp Fox Festival Photo Mikeal Tope Marsnall ~innesotaj HL UIUD TIyIng demonstration Box Car Days Tracy Pilots Choice winners Pontiac MAC Scale meet L-R Tom Wheeler Dave George Keith Shaw Joe Jacob Ken Hudik Dave McDonald photo 301 N Yale Dr Garland TX 75042 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 1701 Martha NE Albuquerque NM 87112 Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brolhera 4903 Wlispenng Oaks Dnve College Station TX 77845 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70815 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Traw 1135 Merrymen Green Norman OK 73072 John Vails 2502 Montgomery P0 Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 Ray Wagner 2719 Verde St Odessa TX 79762 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 Helicopters Galore Great Southern Air Force organization took task sponsoring helicopter meet Charles Parish codirectors along Don Curtis Lorell Joiner type model meet first organization did outstanding job pulling off Charles Parish indicated response helicopter manufacturers dealers prizes donations overwhelming flying activity hampered thundershowers Saturday Sunday looking good barbecue dinner held Saturday evening trimmings left early missed fantastic meal L-R Charles Parish Lorell Joiner Gene Hempel Don Curtis put Great Southern Air Force Helicopter Fly-in meeting facility Great Southern Air Force organization site excellent place hold Helicopter Fly-In Guy Fawn Meade Dallas Texas practice-hovering X-Cell 60 check rotor alignment Jack Scheider Austin Texas preparing flightwith Augusta lOgA John Weimer Burieson Texas hovering Hughes 500E large helicopters really look neat hover mode US helicopter team member Curtis Youngbiood model plans use 1994 World Champs Austria flying site ideal amenities could ever ask site itself belongs Lorell Joiner decided needed place fly models built first-class facility Refer photo see yourself meeting room necessary tools build type model can imagine What setup enjoyed visit San Antonio would Raymond Lopez Houston Texas beautiful Huey Army Scale helicopter interior detail outstanding Bill Grain Mt Pleasant Texas built Scale Emergency CareFlite helicopter Mother Frances Hospital Tyler Texas Shep Johnson Dallas Texas executing inverted hover enjoy Northeast Texas RIG Club Mt Pleasant Texas L-R Ron Chittenden Bruce Hampton Bill Grain Gary Gornett Midwest Hell Assn members Dallas area models L-R Shep Johnson Frank Odell Doug Jackson Gene Lunceford like exprcss thanks Charles Parish lovely wife generous hospitality Also would like thank Great Southern Air Force organization hospitality Hope see again 1994 Model Aviation ciate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68508-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 Editors note Text photos months District IX column provided Oliver J Show Arvada Colorado Denver International Airport Air Show Arvada Associated Modelers invited participate largest air show US first time United States three top air show teams world would performing together US Air Force Thunderbirds Canadian Snowbirds English Red Arrows along number other acts made up aerial portion show Saturday September 25 1993 9 am first scheduled act took off newest runway world wasnt full-scale aircraft rather RC model Reed Bishop Glen McGree lifted off DVIIII DrI Fokkers dazzled crowd Following air Extra 300 Bob Moffett controls along Jim Highfield oversized Sportster real treat store crowd large Morissey Bravo took off along twinengine Islander Joe Pirozzoli controls Morissey crowd thrilled maneuvers Islander piloted Lanny Hansen really won hearts kids dropping small parachutists Les Cato lifted off Schluter Helicopter wowed crowd loops rolls inverted flight followed two Vs-scale Weeks Solutions took off together started act coordinated loop full smoke father-son team Vince Eric Lopez showed everyone what RC flying about next five minutes show brought crowd its feet activity performed before 150000 spectators Saturday September 25 250000 Sunday September 26 group dedicated modelers opened show pilots other acts came over congratulate us fantastic job aerobatics never seen display such were impressed group modelers consisted pilots flew well large group supported activities manned booth static display aircraft flew display answered questions till 5 pm day much interest RC modeling F-117 Stealth parked next booth thrill pride job well done felt participated greatest air show held US modelers can proud RC aircraft first fly Denver Intemational Airport Air Show uary 1994 157 Display aircraft flown DIA show KC-135 background Les Catos Schluter helicopter did loops rolls inverted flight during Saturday demonstration Fokker Drl triplane about take off Glenn McGree pilot Huge crowds watched two-day airshow Assistant CD Don Sirano left CD Jim Shaw right near club banner Reed Bishop Joe Prozzoli watch Father-son team Vince left Eric right Lopez pair Weeks Solutions Zenoah G-62 power Thr Arvada Modelers ready tarmac about open show Denver International Airport Arvada fliers take break flying demonstration allow some full scale T-34s land DIA Saturday October 23 1993 very unfortunate tragic accident Phoenix Sun Valley Flyers District X AMA lost very dear friend Neil Claybaugh Glendale Arizona fatally injured working pylon judge scale warbird pylon race Though protected fully enclosed chain-link cage Neil suddcnly struck spinner F-82 twin Mustang gone out control impacted back judges cage Neil well known respected members Sun Valley Flyers Phoenix modeling community routinely volunteered help conduct club events uncommon see Neil lending helping hand during clubs contests auctions special events friend knew him will earnestly missed Neil Claybaugh born Clinton Indiana 1949 moved west 1960 made home raised family Arizona machinist trade Neil employed Mail-Well Envelope company 25 years spent much leisure time engaged wide variety sporting activities enthusiastic sportsman avid fisherman younger years raced stock cars quarter-mile dirt track keen interest models kinds meticulous builder Neils interest radiocontrolled model aircraft encouraged friend cousin Mike Peck Mike past president Sun Valley Flyers prominent club instructor has helped numerous beginners accomplishing safe successful entry hobby Mike taught Neil fly RC Goldberg Eagle II Neil built both took great pride Neils achievements shared interests off flying field Neils passing has left lamentable void Mikes life Neil survived wife Vickie daughter Brandy 18 son Steven 10 sister Susan Yarmna resides Apache Junction Arizona father Forrest Claybaugh lives Indiana behalf District X extend sincere condolences deepest regrets Claybaugh family share loss realized Neils death will always remember him good friend fellow modeler accident Neils death has profound impact local modeling community modelers nationwide Though recognize model airplanes potentially lethal safety concerns remain prevalent modeling operations few us truly anticipate realization fatal debilitating accident instance safety paramount structure conduct event yet despite best efforts very conscientious contest director dedicated event staff tragic devastating accident occurred Though causative analysis might bit premature certainly lessons learned greatest lessons safety ongoing process mental attitude commitment continuous evaluation refinement what we dynamic process requires everyones involvement support emphasis leaders requires prudent yet reasonable approach developing preventive countermeasures willingness members comply established safety standards guidelines challenge draw constructive purpose adversity institute renewed commitment continuous safety assurance should strive enhance existing safety program build what has date exceptional safety record should resist reacting circumstances kneejerk fashion nonetheless rational safety analysis operations procedures should part ongoing review process Arizona / California / Hawaii / Nevada Utah Richard Hanson Vice President P0 Box 3312 Scottsdale AZ 85271 Eveninga 602 964-2817 CIS 707121676 time published 1993 will winding down holidays will full swing 1994 will just around corner 93 election will have concluded Council will preparing quarterly meeting scheduled January 22There still several complex issues resolved few significant challenges lay ahead However believe Council making headway moving positive direction Last months Council meeting intense two-day work session went well evening Saturday ended Sunday afternoon Approval 1994 budget headed agenda lead several in-depth discussions topics ranging fundraising efforts policies use National Flying Site disposition strategies Reston properties District X AVP Gary Hover attended meeting presented progress report District X Regional Flying Site Visalia Gary reported project working its way through California procedural bureaucracies encountered few glitches along way Concerns raised Game Fish Department during review application conditional use permit have resulted requirement Environmental Impact Report may delay closing escrow several months Through defeat motion cancel project regional flying site once again given tacit approval proceed agreed District X would continue assess need regional flying site determine magnitude district-wide support project An effort will made provide project briefing local clubs chapters modeling associations possible before final property acquisition decision required first briefings will conducted IMS Pasadena January 14-16 planning attend IMS highly encouraged sit briefing years Scale Masters Championship hosted Scale Squadron Southern California Mile Square Park Fountain Valley California Scale Squadron did fantastic job hosting event everyone terrific time Several thousand visitors treated three days Scale competition performed arguably worlds best craftsmen said done first place went Dennis Crooks Big Rock Illinois flying marvelous Lear 35 Congratulations Dennis members Scale Squadron tremendously successful event As enter 1994 would like extend everyone very best prosperous productive enjoyable new year look forward another great year modeling activity District X continued advancement aeromodeling Until next time. keep em safe keep em flyn Model Aviation i 1 [s 3111 4 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horatman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowan 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vickaburo St. Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodet Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Dick Wickline PO Box 623 Klamath Falls 08 97601 Chick young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 Last months column smallest photos yet apologize first issue new yearyou should get around last week Decemberso Id like wish everyone Happy New Year May coming year find either building board skies may skies friendly ones Also dont have reservations Puyallup February 5-6 yet best look place stay Tacoma District meet will take place 1 pm scheduling meeting 2 pm clubs out will send wishes Coord Bill Smith before meeting can use time sort Out conflicts laid out broad hint some kind prize might get input District Patch sort hoped someone would come through Dick Carson Anything RIC Spokane did just Dick offered free labor certificates radio work gratefully accepted still need input patch least have something sweeten pot Now need committee judge entries Actually need entries judges Indoor activity includes January 9 January 23 March 6 South Albany OR HS 9 am 3 pm day gym opens 845 Sponsored Willamette Modelers Club Naval Reserve Center Lake Union January 15 February 26 April 16 Sponsored Boeing Employees Free Flight Model Flying Club Remember IMAA Gathering Eagles will held Arlington July should mean Big Bird clubs will want think about schedules maybe can attract modelers drive Arlington way home year 1993 lost some very good dedicated modelers told about Don Andersons passing brief note several columns ago modelers District competed Fun-Fly circuit knew Don guys Zillah held minute silence honor last year As founding fathers Portland SkyKnights always strong hand operations club formulation clubs major productions Don long sometimes tempestuous friendship both same side love models issue sure argued about some details last several years could count getting political argument Don Saturday night outside rooms motel Puyallup doubt either us convinced other error ways know Id just soon around years argument Bruce Hadella president Big Sky R/C Modelers Great Falls MT sent little news some pictures news summer BSRCM celebrated 10th anniversary Black Horse Field open house Fly-In June 27th Admission can food donated Great Falls area Food Bank Some 16 fliers 40 planes entertained around 200 used buddy-box give local folk chance try Out RC have couple changes District Officer lineup Dave Mullens having experienced severe strain deadly burn out virus has asked released AVP position lot regret accept inevitable let Dave off hook has valuable member team suggested person take over spot AVP Control Line matters think maybe members CL fraternity should suggest someone rapid expansion modeling activity area north Seattle led think could use AVP area During discussion Carleton Molesworth about some problems communication suggested Richard L Snaer might someone could would volunteer AVP Dick known lot modelers area because active role modeling club officer competitor After Dick discussed job course Big Salary agreed Its pleasure introduce brand new AVP Upper Valley Dick Snaer Im very pleased Dick has agreed become part pipeline information between organization Dick sent what follows first official message although didnt know sent photos Sunday September 11 1993 Bel Air R/C Flyers held unique event club field event First International All-Bird Fly-In hosted directed Jerry Freck Fly-In open no fees charged AMA members families clubs area well modelers Vancouver BC area Twenty-four pilots brought total 44 aircraft aircraft flown included 25-size models 40-size trainers Big Birds over 20 lb gliders 2-meter Unlimited flown off winch fine opportunity both fly powered craft fly nonpowered inspect appreciate what other fellow does Almost fliers families increased enjoyment event food front free hot dogs soda noon potluck afternoon plenty uary 1994 159 brand-new sign greets Black Horse Field Jerry McGhee shows 1A-scale Bucker Jungmeister Too bad isnt color basic color black hot pink dart side green yellow red hot pink stripes Art Shallers Senior Cadet Arts Bel Air RiCer John Hungerford Great Falls got 91 static NW Regionals very nice EAA Bipe classic Cub yellow Tom Hammond RCFCBC Vancouver BC Tom powers Balsa USA Cub Zenoah G-23 Last least Dick Snaers Mighty Hog Sachs 26 power built WET Serv plans