A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away
Edition: Model Aviation - 1994/04
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Conservation Reserve Program About year ago problem Minnesota chartered club using some farmland Conservation Reserve Program CRP commonly called landbank agricultural property out production farmer paid growing anything land seems although flying activities going few years day farmer asked local United States Department Agriculture representative about club using property told strictly agalnst regulations continued would backcharged subsidies received during years such flying allowed him amounted thousands dollars farmer no choice tell club leave club forced search new flying site consulted us started work matter spite fact club did damage property did grow anything cut enough grass make landing strip bureaucrats reached would give inch No amount explalning about great recreation senior citizen involvement full-scale developments antidrug programs kids education onall good reasons know aboutdid good fighting uphill battle However did quit responded negative letters additional helpful positive comments information discussed AMA cooperated 4-H USDA agency wheels government slowly turned practiced patience After months finally received nice letter USDA dated October 15 1993 will quote paragraph three because may need statement some time However have reconsidered previous position concerning flying model alrplanes CRP acreage unauthorized use Because clearly prohibited 1985 Food Security Act have determined flying model alrplanes will likely adversely impact control erosion will considered permissible use live close rural area have fanner land CRP can provide copy USDA letter signed Acting Deputy Administrator State County Operations Washington DC fanner willing let use some land can provide him document showing use permitted San Francisco Presidio challenge chartered clubs San Francisco area dont already know United States Department Interior controls prestigious piece real estate have already published bookletPost Parkand have filed Environmental Impact Statement General Management Plan Russ Cahill Interim Presidio General Manager office located Fort Mason park possesses 300-acre forest critical need careful management plan will develop Lobos Creek Valley quiet wildlife refuge shoreline area will restored preserve regaln wetiands migratory birds still providing public usage same area site military Continued page 131 Sound control line operation received letter asking some questions related control line flying deserve some answers answer can really answer Rules relating competition established Contest Boards unless some changes approved alter procedures concerning changes rules Executive Council can make changes except reasons safety odds getting approval otherwise remote Competition Rules certainly best left participants through action Boards question noise sound creates difficulty people involved parts country have serious problem extent events Control Line category cannot flown Larry Barickman president Central Florida Control Line Association asks time AMA put muffler required rule effect leave local clubs says true judging past rules cycles people flying control line Racing Speed Combat will use mufflers Well entirely true some Combat meets being held mufflers also true control line Aerobatics models flown mufflers pipes Recent articles Tom Hunt appearing Flying Models provide examples just quiet category has become possible others degree sound-level reduction factor categories mainly due very high speeds demanded engines no real up-to-date data support position says gains made same conditions operate dynamically other categories surely operate models Work needs done results published process started mandate quieter operation doubt desire kill category always fact being able operate sites certainly increases activity present rule cycle just begins 1994-1995 book about sent out means will January 1996 before change mandating sound levels competition events still leaves radio control Aerobatics mandated level say group can run meets setting levels always question whether would get contestants need meet different standards difficultThere also possibility Special Interest Groups establishing sound levels particular categories As stated much chance anything terms Executive Council action could occur anytime soon personal opinion something ought worked going grab ball run Davis muffler components new BigNew muffler Davis Model Products Foot engine mount also manufactured byshown typical large sport model Davis Model ProductsAssembly will cause power loss 128 Model Aviation de View Headquarters Geoffrey Styles Director Marketing Howard Crispin Jr Continued page 130 Charles Hampson Grant Scholarship Awards Academy Model Aeronautics AMA pleased announce 1993 Scholarships have awarded six university students Scholarship Committee annually selects deserving students based criteria include academic achievement civic responsibility participation community affairs plus modeling activities Application forms scholarships can obtained writing AMA 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 AMA members entering university eligible provided meet criteria established Committee total $21500 has distributed year among Jason George Matthew Nuffort Ronald Segura Anthony Everett Aaron Passey Erick Davidson Bob Underwood Committee Chairman stated through accomplishments young men echo spirit Charles Hampson Grant aviation pioneer imbued lifelong interest pursuit knowledge Like Grant men action people Underwood said have reached high levels success scholastic endeavors taken part extracurricular activities demonstrated very positive attitude towards civic responsibility hope AMAs contribution advanced education will help become leaders chosen fields communities Erick M Davidson Beaverton Oregon received $5000 help him expenses University Michigan Ann Arbor plans major Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering As student Aloha Oregon High School Erick graduated 396 GPA An AMA member six years Erick completed first RC aircraft age 11 Since time has built several powered planes glider present belongs Fly-A-Ways RC Club Erick has other interests wants pursue aviation aerospace career three years Erick entered Portland State University Truss Competition gained first third place Other science-oriented efforts placed him TEAMS group Test Engineering Aptitude Mathematics & Science Science Bowl Team successfully competed against 22 other Oregon high schools Erick has also experimented origami origamic architecture member Japanese Club Other scientific pursuits involved building wind tunnels testing airfoils music Erick has played French horn church ensemble five years three years held first chair Symphonic Band addition being Marching Band mellophone squad leader weight-lifting specialist holds six Oregon records has placed nationally 52 54 kg weight classes Erick enters Olympic-style competition specializing snatch clean-and-jerk lifts earn funds worked Oregonian newspaper six years has since held jobs KPFF engineering firm sports company between times repairs own vehicle conducts experiments music synthesizer Andrew Everett graduated Lincoln High School Tallahassee has admitted University Florida Gainesville check $2500 has sent university behalf planned major Engineering Lincoln High Andrew earned admission National Honor Society three consecutive years served school Brain Brawl Captain similar period sports won four-year varsity letter swimming An active flier Seminole RC Club four years Andrew joined Moccasin Gap Modelers 1992 charter member immediately assumed job newsletter editor recently demolished Sig 4-Star 40 now building replacement meantime has flying Dads Goldberg Cub As Boy Scout age 15 attained highest rank Eagle Scout Church important Andrew serves usher Fellowship Presbyterian earn money put two-year stint working local McDonalds switched Pizza Hut Delivery self-starter Andrew bought first model money earned mowing lawns scholastics has completed such challenges fourth-year German Calculus senior year high school became National Merit Scholarship finalist Recognizing importance communication Andrew wants become fluent German Spanish French Russian Japanese also increasing knowledge computer engineeringan ambitious program talented young man Jason George Sultana California attended high school neighboring city Dinuba graduated GPA 405 Class Salutatorian now enrolled California State University San Luis Obispo will study Fruit Science work minor Agriculture Business plans join family fruit growing operation graduates meantime check $5000 has forwarded university behalf An active model flier Jasons preference sailplanes has competed extensively local regional contests during past three years gaining high placings including several firsts 1990 1991 1992 Jason entered annual National Championships earned champion status Two-Meter 1990 Standard Unlimited 1992 other Nats attempts gained second third placings three years separate events Other hobbies sports interests include golf water snow skiing plus being hard working volunteer Ronald McDonald House program received awards high school winning letters Math English Science Social Studies also gained Academic Honors English Algebra II Spanish II Social Studies appointed delegate Rotarysponsored student leadership conference Camp Royal California later designated California delegate US Congressional Youth Leadership Conference held Washington DC Jason lifetime member California Scholarship Federation organization focuses high academic standards Matthew R Nuffort Lititz Pennsylvania has received $2500 towards higher education choice university has made time goal achieve degree Aerospace Engineering will Warwick High School hometown until graduation June 1994 Matthew has served Student Council three years holding office class Vice President sophomore year President junior year has just selected member National Honor Society sports Matthew competitive swimmer letters won three highschool years As member United States Swimming Club USSC has won awards such activities being state qualifier freshman helping set six highschool team records Central Penn State Star two years member All-State April 1994 129 GeorgeNuffort SeguraEverett PasseyDavidson Team top six sophomore junior Matthew Junior Olympic Champion 1992 Eastern Zone All-Star same year Junior National Qualifier 1993 Civic involvement vice-president Lititz Community Center Junior Board has him raising money equipment Center also finds time work Lancaster Airport has charge ground building maintenance Summit Aviation addition has life guard Woodridge Swim Club Matthew father became interested aeromodeling 1989 joined Lancaster RC Club together Starting Sig Kadet Mark II went build fly variety models including Goldberg Electra Great Planes Spectra Sig 4-Star Goldberg Sky Tiger Extra 300 Almost all- season flier Matt has rarely missed getting plane air month year Aaron J Passey Bothell Washington State spent four hard-working years Bothell High School has awarded $4000 help him goal Physics Degree California Institute Technology Pasadena Aaron National Honor Society/ National Junior Honor Society four years high school designated Math student year grades 9 10 Science student year grade 11 Listed Whos Among American High School Srudenrs 1992-1993 won several national honors 1993 sponsored McCaw Cellular Communications American Academy Achievement award Science Math accomplishments awarded medals including Bausch & Lomb Medal 41st Out 62000 National Junior High Math League State Science Olympiad 1992 Physics Bridge Building Circuit Lab second place three categories Regional Science Olympiad 1992SoundlCrispin Continued page 128 Giants Again need continues good mufflers capable excellent sound reduction power loss other induced problems see some movement toward getting good mufflers will come quite possible now get engines popular ranges least down 90 dBA range True takes some effort results take effort number ideas submitted get print time space permits need notify something worth considering becomes available new muffler developed Davis Model Products Bob Davis has pursued muffler technology some time now continues work producing good 1993 Physics first Circuit Lab second Bridge-Building third Aaron keenly interested both model aircraft science emphasis design electronics entered 52nd Annual Westinghouse Science Talent Search research project required piezoresistive accelerometer measure maximum pitch acceleration model aircraft flight earned eleventh place out 1662 entries next project Accelerometer measured displayed acceleration bar-graph display entered Duracell/National Science Teachers Association Scholarships Competition earned first place nation Aaron tells us loves challenges kinds whether model flying on-line computer games science teams scholarship competitions has entered almost Pattern contest Idaho Washington Oregon several years usually placed top three class Aaron active club worker Marymoor RC Club having helped maintain field Marymoor Park During seven years building flying has completed aircraft including Sig Astrohog Predator three RC City Cursors Goldberg Eagle 63 pass summer Aaron employed Microsoft tester Excel product helping develop Excel 50 software has also found time fly work material next Westinghouse Science Talent Search Ronald C Segura New Iberia Louisiana senior high school will graduate mid-1994 plans attend either University Texas Air Force Academy big interests Aeronautical Engineering Medicine present holding GPA 3852 effective devices latest shown two accompanying photos went active IMAA flier Duke Hoeckele also new vice president IMAA application has made Duke has installed Walker Sachs 32 engine Duke tells running 20 x 14 Zinger propeller about 7000 rpm reading region 86 88 dBA 9 feet combination very much impressed results especially since club requiring soundlevel reduction muffler assembly shown installed typical big sport aircraft engine mounted Soundmaster Jumbo Iso-mounts vibration isolation installation requires also use isolators muffler assembly will cause power loss will probably show some increase over some other installations may familiar member Cajun RC Club very active competitor joined AMA 1985 later took NSRCA membership because strong interest Pattern flying has won local regional contests received Best Junior Award 1991 Nats skills have moved him way Sportsman Class Masters level 1992 N-PAC took first place school has done well receiving Academic Honors three years study Iberia Senior High has recognized awards parish regional Science Social Studies Fairs has selected member National Honor Society year since 1991 Supportive school organizations enjoys activities Beta Club Science Olympiad Interact Club Spirit Assembly has Class Representative Jacket Assembly since 1991 junior year named Outstanding Junior Aaron has assisted community work various Rotary Octagon Club public programs After Hurricane Andrew worked flagman controlling traffic 12 hours daily 10 days As citizen interested environment dedicated willing volunteer during Bayou Teche cleanup finds time tennis won varsity standing three years school keen duck-hunter skeet shooting favorite pastime hone skills shotgun wish fine young men success futures proud honor Grant/AMA Scholarship recipients addition Toledo Weak Signals Scholarship presented annually years highest award recipient year Erick Davidson Jason George will share $2000 donated Weak Signals o number two shows components complete installation includes new Big Foot engine mount also manufactured Davis Model Products Bob has also stated has developed Pitts-style in-cowl muffler gasoline engines especially useful radial engine cowlings other Scale types prefer keep muffler hidden view in-cowl units smoke-ready well being quiet good muffler described above have option getting down can fly big bird anywhere Others column continues ask input interest will published Please give permission send something Send correspondence 611 Beechwood Drive Charlottesville VA 22901 *130 Model Aviation i Us [J ml U7Th1i President Academy Model Aeronautics Don Lowe 902 Little Bend Rd Altamonte Springs FL 32714 read R/C Modeler magazine may have read piece did recently need pilot training called missing link have received some good comment article thought would talk little about issue Learning safely fly radio-controlled model unique experience natural gift learned behavior just like learning play musical instrument Some learn faster others because superior motor skills hand/eye coordination have encountered few would never become safe fliers accomplish process requires help assistance skilled flier Oh yes some try own quite often suffer grief crashed models broken dreams also endanger life limb themselves around process admonition always seek help skilled flier clubs have flight training programs help provided gratis being member growing number commercial flight training schools provide everything needed train youfor fee Personally applaud growth enterprises feel will add quality training process AMA has tried help process through its insurance program Essentially works way small processing fee AMA will authorize up three flight instructors chartered club give flight training limited period time individuals hold AMA membership program intended encourage new fliers may financially strapped try hand RC flying need info program just contact AMA Headquarters have always contended leaming fly RC model safely difficult leaming fly full-scale airplane have flight instructor bothand know biggest difficulty orientation aircraft response rates Also flying model generates no feel feedback its eyeball skilled RC pilot can very proud accomplishment since its unique skill Something else have promoted idea program purchase complete alrplane package ie airplane radio engine would add benefit certain amount flight instruction something hobby shops could offer Maybe should some nominal charge serviceObviously would unique service available through hobby shopssomething could encourage business event program helped create happy successful customers would go long way keeping people sport Training methods vary individual club Some clubs have elaborate programs require checkoff various demonstrated flight skills before being allowed fly solo club site Some using flight simulators good effect Some using flight stabilizers help early phases training Most instructors use buddy box system allow quick takeover event problems reader informed finds effective technique grip control stick let student follow through feel proper inputs would think technique should very effectiveits exactly way leams fly full-scale controls instructor student physically interconnectedWhat need model use simple mechanical interconnect system would allow interconnect students instructors control boxes Any ideas would also possible use synchro system Essentially concept would use stickpotentiometer voltage data drive synchronous motors sound complicated good servo mechanism designer Obviously dedicated system nature could builtit would make interesting club project What talking about Basically promoting concepts ease transition sport help create safe happy fliers Once past stage safe entry sport flight safety becomes function flying habits attention details keep pride joy working properly Happy safe flying oundup/Styles Continued page 128 airfield could serve flying site model aircraft activities major theme present overall planning goal providing educational opportunities Fort WinfieldScott will become Conference Training Center Letterman Complex will developed Scientific Research Education Center old Cavalry Stables planned development Skills Workshop Center would model aviation fit program San Francisco clubs could looking opportunity cooperate Department Interior helping goals same time ground floor opportunity obtain use airport would simply wonderful local members would approach Mr Cahill lay Out him what could happen AMA-chartered clubs could included planning AMA-Washington already mailing list releases Presidio would behoove local members get touch local administration Presidio let known willing volunteers can help educational development goals project about retired folks looking keep busy community works also find good place fly call meeting area clubs form Committee send delegation two capable people visit Mr Cahill Thirteen distinct areas developed Park will lots opportunities local volunteers assist also make own needs known Now time could start something big Flagler Beach Florida Last year pleasure meeting Hugh MeGuffie some fellow members Hagler County RC Club Although club has fine flying site able visit planning ahead because chance present location will eventually become unavailable Florida experiencing constant population growth Yankees keep moving down New England along other retirees elsewhere state gets people no new land makes problem chartered clubs Flagler County landfill getting filled up has potential become good flying site So part trip meet club discuss strategy attend public meeting Board Supervisors Unlike some areas country outsiders allowed speak Flagler County official meetings long wait get turu bat worth Several members Board Supervisors knowledgeable understanding about sport sympathetic needs club fact closed landfill would serve useful purpose model alrplane alrport members club turned out meeting once again proving have demonstrate interest numbers well words get attention cot long story short got good reception promise favorable consideration Later heard Hughie MeGuffie club won out over other users possibility new flying field will soon developed So good things happening takes time effort local level AMA HQ cant work miracles can will work sure does help have longestablished non-profit national organization side remember AMA next month l 1994 131 AMA Museum Patron Program AMA has special program wishing help sponsor Frank V Ehling Museum Museum Patron Program supports work museum facility well Lee Renaud Memorial Research Library Vital restoration preservation work needs done Patrons driving force behind effort Several Patron levels available information program call write AMA -9--I4 Ig iLI -U 1 610] Dave Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Its 70 degrees outside write Sally planning play outside today after finish column Needless say Im home Ohio Sunny Califomia lam time out taking few days vacation before IMS Pasadena Kinda hard get mood write column Last month announced tentative deal worked Out lease out Reston property am happy announce deal worked Out old HQ building now being used church Ill admit few pangs sorrow building will always have some sentimental attachment time marches new facility Muncie serves purposes still have presence Washington DC area Geoff Styles remains working hard interests announcing tentative deal last month stated opinion should earmark proceeds building fund reserved build new HQ building Muncie intended push Executive Council meantime have chance give much thought am now sure best thing factors enter deciding what best once consider answer easy derive suppose answer would depend respective weight put onto various pieces puzzle Lets start Out fact now operating HQ rear portion building designed intended use museum still have major part museum area use its intended purpose fact current museum portion current building larger museum Reston purposes simplicity Ill refer current building Muncie museum building museum building steel pre engineered type building structure approximately 25000 square feet small fancier facade area main entrance really couple steps up pole barn some have described intended putdown building looks good entirely adequate its designed purpose original idea front uilding would finished off ceilings walls rugs etc would serve major part museum rear lding would open up simply higher ceiling area model displays theater auditorium workshops build maintain museums displays artifacts nice plan plenty space expansion decision move HQ Muncie made apparent could put HQ rear portion museum building temporary basis stall off need build separate perhaps connecting HQ building sharing space always still considered temporary honesty has worked out better anticipated now have put rugs floor seems quite adequate near future build separate Hqs building right now next couple years both building present museum building would underutilized quite some time fact dont have money available nor staff time necessary tackle whole rear portion museum plan rear half museum building empty probably wont few years Now shift gears lay out some other facts might enter plan Nats costs AMA some amount money year amount costs varies wildly depending primarily held would doing well could hold net cost $25000 per year average primary reasons costs much fact effectively build little city site temporary basis tear little city down over Think about phones electric power water tents trailers yes dont forget porta-potties addition must send large number staff members pay housing costs rent quite few automobiles trucks accomplish tasks also quite often must rent various equipment tractors generators radios communication have arrange trash pickup banking services emergency services etc list goes seemingly forever addition usually forced pay rent some part site compensate some commercial operation shut down play its losses Oh yes dont forget special insurance required sometimes order use some venue AAAAAArrrrrrGGGGGG costs of staggering worst part still have sites some events woefully inadequate hold national championships Muncie site prepared host Nats yet ready will save us lot money bust Nats unreasonable think $50000 could saved typical Nats once site finished enough host Nats addition running concessions own site coupled parking income etc could easily bring net shift dollars $70000 per year Another plus venues event could developed perfect facility individual event possible very listie compromise necessary get Muncie flying Site ready host Nats its basic form estimated cost about $250000 build basic facilities necessary task does necessarily give event its own valhalla Some sharing venues would still necessary would adequate result far better sites past events problem would cost 5250000Now bring together possible best thing could proceeds lease/sale Reston facility invest $250000 flying site Muncie rather new HQ building could host Nats save $70000 per year did would pay itself 3 4 years will probably really need new HQ building financial ramifications pretty well projectable effect Nats little difficult Moving Nats around has tradition AMA since its inception results Nats being close people occasionally downside moving Nats around quite often facility events pretty sorry costs lot money other hand having Nats place year would reduce cost pretty much guarantee national-championship-caliber venues would result Nats being closer site selected Muncie case Some have described Muncie equally inaccessible Id imagine would case wherever went would suspect would run National Fly-InlConvention year rotating basis around country need perfect venues such event would greatly reduced such event would appeal broader spectrum members Nats does Heres chance Think about above add anything else can think could affect decision let district VP know what think will have address near future would like hear input Its easy decision Model Aviation 4Flying Site Contributions Tax Deductible Monetary contributions National Flying Site gladly accepted always appreciated However other ways help build National Flying Site helping yourself AMA will accept donations hand tools electrical tools air compressors drills drill presses band saws torches welders etc AMA member benefit two ways 1 get see donation help build National Flying Site 2 may receive tax writeoff donation charitable organization AMA also looking dump truck plow tractor/loader 40 HP range Contact Greg Chartrand Site Maintenance Director information Never let said job dull day brings new experiences designed challenge titillate excite Sometimes events created internally other times pound door outside both membership well public large range simple questions obtuse unusual thought provoking whatever visits FBI asking questions about visitors other countries Golly wish Id kept diary month have good news bad news other news report item good news membership renewals encouraging horns blew New Years Eve 106964 memberships processed 1994 total represents 102% 1993s number same time frame spite somewhat later start renewal process Now trade show season second renewal notice mailed well experience another spurt subject renewals pass along curious anomaly occurs year trade shows first four year IMS California Northwest Expo Washington WRAMS New York Weak Signals Ohio always result high numbers renewals being processed Over last several years have made point asking some renewing individuals pass up mid-December deadline renewal blow away some services provide Nobody ever seems have reason Interestingly few people have indicated like Model Aviation regret missing copy two Curious fella couple years ago said traveled show mainly renew Now actually believed Id have wonder spent bunch bucks 29-cent stamp would accomplish primary goal Other news membership scene also brings forth interesting modern human characteristic number individuals taking advantage renewing joining fax Somehow mortals cant seem trust type technology since fax message almost always followed less hour phone call asking didja get Please dont request confirmation will send fax during same working day doesnt get day send application us call next day problem calling shortly after send fax may actually go several machines building whoever get phone might have spend lot time locating actually could machines memory printed out yet So-o-o please Good news property front Reston building now occupied Peace Mind Baptist Church have committed five-year lease really intend purchase property soon possible date could early June commitment contains escalator clause increases agreed upon initial purchase price 6% per year Additionally have taken over maintenance except some roof repalr needed some time ago etc have carry insurance Geoff Styles continued work 1810 now working Out home phone fax numbers same before Tel 703 435-6083 fax 703 435-7236 Geoff taking care government liaison FAA flying sites also engaged creating fundraising campaign site development Unfortunately necessary relate bit bad news month seven years JoAnne Spampinato has graced scene AMA Headquarters hired originally receptionist given increasing number tasks other areas responsibility several years JoAnne kept yours truly Technical Department afloat sea phone calls correspondence rules stuff Recently has handled FAI matters addition other competition technical concernsSadly must report will leaving us return Washington area family known unlikely family would able relocate Indiana hoped something might work out make move work hasnt As result Academy will lose valuable employeeWe recognize her family s needs supersede wish very best wife personally can say capacity work abilities professional zeal friendship made happen us Well forget Along lines other news would like address concern member Texas problem centers around Safety Code new item item addresses consumption alcohol Actually isnt overall wording problem rather two words prior members concern has shared others feeling wording too general ambiguous As note relates prior could mean anytime life up point course hes correct However statement included keeping spirit Safety CodeWhat mean Code never designed specific legalistic document has structured fill need similar United States Constitution general document setting some guidelines may used build upon tons words within Code very general defined Rule Two Radio Control section contains three such words spectators qualified experienced Virtually AMA chartered clubs have supplemented basic AMA Safety Code additional regulations fit specific field situation Thats problem fact General Rule Two allows Some clubs have defined such terms qual{jled experienced creating instruction program lays out specific steps member must achieve become qualified flier Now point writer Texas has suggested give substance phrase prior alcoholic-beverage statement course becomes very difficult task However have statement contest directors Competition Regulations indicating have irrevocable authority disqualify prevent flying participant ability fly CDs opinion impaired use alcohol drugs clubs use statement part safety rules grant authority field safety officers Perhaps club could follow same procedure case intent prevent individuals flying judgement reflexes impaired last good news letter Oliver C Wilson Port Charlotte Florida has brought attention request Professor Michael Selig University Illinois Professor Selig seeking continue research started 1987 Princeton University project entitled LowSpeed Airfoil Design Wind Tunnel Testing Model Aircraft original work directed toward RC sailplanes expansion interest possible planned activity originally involved some Academy input rules Society Automotive Engineers SAE weight-lift design competition Clearly could profit type research planned General modeling also could benefit since little research has accomplished Reynolds number range 60k 300k Professor Seligs letter requesting help little long column however encourage request copy Headquarters effort become familiar project its needs Contributions help research can made sending check payable University Illinois AAE Department Professor Michael Selig Department Aeronautical Astronautical Engineering University Illinois Urbana-Champaign 306 Talbot Laboratory 104 5 Wright St Urbana IL 61801-2935 Contact AJvIA Headquarters 317 287-1256 extension 201 copy letter next month l 1994 133 until last minute write column getting buried storm number three 1994 numbers four five way Connecticut Maine /Out snowblower achusetts New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraffl Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331 -1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen Road Billerica MA 01821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-3146 MC McGuftin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1077 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 02648-1 866 Don tforget Shriners RC show April 29-30 May 1 1994 Maine Expa May 15-16 1994 Brunswick AreaModelers Indoor Meet event held very rainy day last April Naval Air Station Brunswick Maine have waited until now have column because thought might provide some incentive modelers attend twelfth meet However January 7 plans have made run event 1994 addition indoor flying RC models display Navy P-3C Orion open public tours Thanks go members Brunswick club Maine Model Club Association Navy providing first-class event New Hampshire Eying Eagles Joe Marrone club president provided information club activities also provided pictures As can see very active club providing activities publics benefit Both events months column have featured young modelers hopefully will continue hobby photos normai month because show younger people hobby Also usual have waited 134 Model Aviation andy Schmidt Indoor model Mike Stains doing flight demonstration fifth-grade students Reeds Ferry Elementary School Part spectators present student Mastricola Middle School modified Delta Dart Bob Prescott sons Bryan Andrew Robbe placed either first second events John Nataloni Ernie Maynard doing Show-and-Tell Reeds Ferry Charlie Thistle some modeling items offered public Reeds Ferry student launching rubberpowered model built Joe Nataloni Some winners trophies trophies awarded Mall show booth staffed VP Steve Narkunas L president Joe Marrone • Th 11 [ gjjjjjin New Jersey/ New York/ Europe Joe Beshar Vice President 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represented Dave Babcock 445 Stockton Street Hightstown NJ 08520-4501 [zip codes085 088 088 0891 Tom Brown 52 FW PSO e ens 2135 APO AE 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO] Wee DeC00 85 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 07020-1308 [zip codes 070-076 078 079] VlnceJutiano leSharvrockRond Rocky Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wait Geery 622 Franklin enuievard Absecon NJ 08201 -27t7 [zip codes 090 082 083] Ray Jaschkue 7 Evergreen Avenue New Hyde Park NY t 1040-3014 [zip codes 090091100-104180107110-110] Gee Pandajie 1805 Pentiald Road Penfinid NY 14520-ldOg [zip codes 140-147] Adam Sattier rit Parry Avenue Luthan, NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 120-1 23 128 129133-1361 Terry Terrenoire lOt Srnithtield Drive Endicoft NY t3760-432g [zip codes 130-132 137-1 39 148 149] Woody Woodmen 233 [0550mm Drion Bayvitle NJ 08721-3116 [zip codes 077 & 097] Frequency Coordinator Los Seater 2062 Rabbit Lone Phoenin NY 131 35-9507 District II Control Line Contest Board change Joe Ortiz advises can no longer serve Control Line Contest Board representing district ending years dedicated service AMA district membership grateful him dedicated services Thank Joe Ortiz Tom Hampshire 430 Greenwich St Belvidere NJ 07823 took responsibility effective January 1 1994 Good luck Tom Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck succumbs Cole Palen legend remains fond memory ways being inducted same time SAM Society Antique Modelers Hall Fame July 1990 Cole always ajoy especially discussing antique aircraft loved fly rubber-powered models September 1993 Rhinebeck Jamboree pleasure enjoy privilege being seated next him Mid-Hudson RC Society banquet trust has made happy landing through gateway Heaven following published Daily Freeman Kingston New Yorktelling like Known evil Black Baron Rhinebeck Cole Palen founder Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome has died Aerodrome publicist Jim Hare said Palen died sleep Wednesday December 9 1993 Palens winter home Florida cause death unknown Palen 68 Richard King longtime friend played Sir Percy Goodfellow Palens Black Baron aerodrome shows said Palen will sorely missed aviation community entire world will miss him said King King said aerodrome result Palen used say y out control Palens first involvement airplanes came 1951 bought six antique planes museum Roosevelt Field Long Island King said stored planes relatives chicken farm until 1958 bought aerodrome property Although initially planned operate air service site keeping antique planes hobby news got out about collection people started traveling see Palens planes fact article New York Times brought King Palen together King said went Rhinebeck find him found him up roof building hangar said King meeting beginning friendship lasted 30 years As word Palens collection grew aviator decided needed give visitors just glimpse old airplanes Beginning 1960s monthly event air shows featured antique airplanes skits involving such characters Goodfellow Black Baron Trudy Truelove Mock battles over Truelove almost always ended Black baron being blown up Like museum now boasts some 60 antique airplanes shows grew well until offered weekend during season King said area residents have grown used seeing Palens planes flying overhead sometimes body dangling wing skits first developed King recalled thought real thing called police After got troopers tgnored calls said George Poythress 73 Saugerties retired IBM employee aerodrome volunteer friend Palens 30 years years Ive known him Ive never heard anyone speak ill him Poythress said always time especially kids Boy Scouts Girl Scouts run place remembered Palen allowing 9-yearold boy driving 1905 Sears Roebuck car few years back laughing boy backed snow fence average antique nut wouldnt let anyone touch car let alone drive Poythress said thats kind man Its real loss us aerodrome Poythress said place can see planes other static museum Poythress said fly Although Palen stopped playing Black Joe Beshar Baron few years ago always looking new zany ways entertain audience King said magnanimous person really attracted peoplesome insane some normal said King like brother People around world have touched contribution pioneer years flight said Hare Larry Davidson wins SAM RC Grand Championship award againa credit District II Above photograph Larry Davidson wife Elaine holding SAM RC Grand Championship award recently won unprecedented third time think thats good Elaine has accompanied Larry contest has ever flown dating back high-school days late October Radio Control Aircrafters Western New York Inc took another step closer becoming Gold Leader Club put fourhour demo Boy Scouts fall pathfinder camporee Darien Lake State Park During time span club two aircraft air times Scouts approximately 680 enjoyed minute demonstration Airerafters did show up event what could see enjoyed doing themselves Airerafters holding 29th annual auction model show March 20 1994 Over years has become very large event fellow modelers area wish tetend crmntoct Phil vrleukowiak Itt 71ff S24-3721 Another Gold Leader Club Award presented Rochester Aero Modeling Society October 28 regular meeting club owes appreciation Hugh Ann Howes efforts process application club AVP Gus Pandajis l 1994 135 1950s couple admired AVP Vince Juliano Phil Grzeskowiak 1993 president Aircrafters having conversation some Boy Scouts Accepting award club president Chuck Zabinski District II AVP Gus Pandajis Hugh Ann Nick Erik Howes accept Gold pins District II AVP Gus Pandajis U] -1 11 [e EHEE 1 m 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 25313-1209 Nelson Gould 1944 5 Idaho Street Allentown PA 18103-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1881 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 Youth programs essential activity clubs month District III members highlighted great efforts Valley Forge Signal Seekers number members participate demonstrations outside groups Jim Meyers crew organized classroom instruction program Delta Darts constructed students also visited club field AVP Bud Klopp helpers visited school flew school grounds group invited breakfast discussion model aircraft Another group visited church summer camp flew numerous aircraft helicopters Boy Scout Explorer Post sponsored VFSS well underway During winter 10 members building five Eagle 2s being accomplished alternating Sundays Boy Scout Council building Another club interested Scouting Beltzville Flying Machine Society Lehighton Pennsylvania Sessions held two troops during month October welcome surprise demonstration Pennsylvania Army National Guards Air Defense Artillery Company Lehighton Staff Sergeants Howard J Miller RC Williams flew RC models other members unit practiced targeting heat-seeking Stinger missiles Scouts shown Stinger acquires its target distinguishes between friendly unfriendly aircraft application radio control airplane very informative Scouts members club final demonstration scoots tour through aircraft Jake Amer Memorial Airport scouts reviewed knowledge basic aeronautics continued instruction toward merit badge Mike Kello Dave Dietz pioneered event assistance Gil Walters Dennis Hallman John Carrigan Dick Andrews Pete Wistler Harvey Sterner Rodway Sterner Larry Smith Bobby Greenall Mike Kello Larry Sturdik Joe Kemmerer Steve Sturdik Kathy Cattrells biology classes Crestview High School Columbiana Ohio enjoyable time end 1992-1993 school year building flying AMA Cub model airplanes purchased Walter Van Gorder Before models built students watched William Harding video free flight Joy Flying Free class compared flight planes flight birds noted similarities structure Two class periods devoted building planes students competition flights school gym next day Prizes given longest time longest distance students feeling accomplishment saw airplanes take off fly said Cattrell fun learned things well plan make yearly event want students think science fun also want spark interest take science classes such physics Several students planning make additional models own * 136 Model Aviation tview Ohio High School students Sarah Hawkins Adam Hamilton built group Scouts checks out radio prize-winning planes installation Beltzville flying session Boy Scouts Beltzville Pennsylvania Flying Machine Society during October 1993 demonstration Pennsylvania Army Air National Guards display RC drones Building planes fun activity Jamie Forney Mia Powell Carrie Manley Jill Matuija Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 Tiptonfload Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville 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 106 Crestview Drive Mockaville NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 new year started off flourish got over flu-like symptoms enough venture out New Years Day proceeded down eastern part Virginia Isle Wight County exact attended Hardy Souls Soaring Contest annual event except instance know has always held general area meet sponsored Tidewater Model Soaring Society ably run Bob Stewart year go TMSS affairs realize CD has lot excellent assistance good meet result never can sure weather end year History does help since have dates weather bitterly cold least temperature 70s year saw weather temperatures up around 500F wind five 10 miles per hour told chilly day attendance may have best ever excellent flights fairly decent air Several people brand-new aircraft showing some work being done during cold months Watch activity come spring will some good aircraft flown some top competitors already trimmed ready go event excellent midwinter break soaring Check Out end 1994 Public Service program going Maryland deserves mention something can accomplished anywhere United States certainly area aeromodeling-experienced AMA members can participate benefit concerned Aeromodelers Maryland setting example Baltimore Museum Industry Engineering Society Baltimore presenting Maryland Engineering Challenge High SchoolThe Cargo Aircraft Challenge sponsored American Institute Aeronautics Astronautics AIAA Maryland Modelers Association MMA Challenge endorsed Technology Education Association Maryland TEAM Maryland Modelers Association very active group AMA-chartered clubs Maryland have taken part jointly individually civic activities especially school systems state high interest past Challenges has resulted restriction two teams school although no limit number individuals team project design construct electrically powered cargo aircraft fly tethered flight least lap circle twenty feet radius aircraft will use propulsion kit supplied AIAA Any materials may used aircraft construction however no conimercial kit aircraft permitted Technical advisors required registered assigned school advisors required meet least twice month teams provision teacher assigned team project must present advisor site simply building flying competition three phases project design construction testing Students must research develop design work up design sketches Scale working drawings need generated will used construct aircraft couple established criteria aircraft particular Challenge propulsion system must completely visible aircraft must fit 3 x 3 x 2-foot box time competition team must make oral presentation explaining solved challenge discuss problems encountered construction well solutions aircraft design judged based upon achievement design specifications creativity structural design quality fabrication finish enhancement third portion competition Cargo Aircraft Performance demonstration performance criteria require aircraft complete full lap airborne aircraft must rise unaided floor no hand launches carrying competitive payload Controlled landing required plane may crash caught hand tether pylon will between three seven feet above floor lap defined full 3600 circle tether tension aircraft between foot ten feet above floor school team members participating presentation Baltimore Museum Industry February 27 1994 will receive certificate participation Maryland Engineering Challenge T-shirt first- second- thirdplace winners will receive award plaques ribbons one-year memberships Baltimore Museum Industry first-place winner will also receive John Hambleton Model Airplane Trophy presented example what cluband especially groups clubscan area get involved worthwhile civic activities programs may geared scholastic level including university level activity will enhance respect also standing comes support always need aeromodeling activities sites need further details Maryland Modelers Association please contact Associate Vice President Robert Babura address head column *April 1994 137 m mi 1 11 ISI mu i 1 Alabama Florida Georgia Missiaaippi Puerto Rico South Carolina Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205 322-2127 Associate Vice Presidenta Bob Barteazawlca 3626 Ranchwood Rd Orlando FL 32809 Hen Chidgey 3713 Pompano Pensacola FL 32514 Wilhainrina Chihasz 2826 Arbor Place Knoxville TN 37917 Linda Cooley 9839 Elm Way Tampa FL 33639 Guatano Diax 1493 Ashtord Ave 6701 Condado PR 00907 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa New Albany MS 38692 Karl Hansel 363 enarwood 6157 Meridian MS 39309 Richard JackSon 2118 Thorolee N Charleston SC 29405 Marion Lyons 2361 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ave i FL 33133 Gene Mathis Boo 337 Oaphne AL 36526 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Or. Smyrna GA 30082 Terry Rimert 367 Orange Ave Baldwin FL 32234 Lee Webster 1000 Sycamore Mancheoter TN 37355 Frequency Coordinator Burnis Plaids Boo 1003 Strickland Rd Inierlachno FL 32148 Phone 19041 684-2517 Bob Pudney Plantation Florida writes Just read report February Model Aviation issue Thank reporting Council meetings As far supporting purchase flying site District Xforger Let raise own money Down south Florida get d. little AMA except insurance will help California buy site Gary Stockton Jamestown Tennessee writes . said would appreciate comments about District X flying site small town six modelers know AMA will never buy site near us shouldnt people use site should willing pay it unfair raise dues us pay something will never use. Ed Redman Little River South Carolina writes have AMA member 54 years Leader Member six Shortly after rejoined AMA last time dues went 28 40 dollars establish self-insurance fund fund established dues stayed $40 Executive Committee got bright idea have own Headquarters Building Museum few years later decided buy land Muncie build 1000-acre facility move Headquarters membership vote Now appears want new flying site California another dues increase us belong two AMA chartered clubs Long Bay Model Aircraft Society Myrtle Beach Carolina Corsairs Little River SC combined membership 80.we live rapidly growing resort area developments threatening present flying sites working county city governments acquire new flying sites preparation day lose present ones what clubs arrange build own sites dont ask entire membership foot bill entire work cheap hobby dont need National Hying Sites paid members used very small percentage membership. Don Sanquist Cayce South Carolina wrttes What caught eye February mag deal about AMA buying 260 acres land tn Visalia California modelers state use price stated $282400 would use up 6724 members dues money can have AMA flying field whether District- state-wide would serve AMA members district bad enough dues paid develop AMA flying site Muncie will never use. stand guns vote against plans fund flying sites dues money cannot used Jerry McLeary West Columbia South Carolina writes have just finished reading February report would like know agree 100% raising AMA dues fund land purchase District X flying site Jerry letter isnt clear whether thought votedfor against purchase Nevertheless thank others taking time effort write Fred Muiholland Tampa Florida loyal friend always reports whats going Bay City Flyers SAM 88 Old-Timer contests couple weeks ago finished last SAM contest 93 year above winners far left Grand Champion Art White left Paul Schmitz tied Roger Laudati Bestof-Show Also picture Roger Laudati Pete Strayer Pete Rafferty Larry Lohkamp Tom McCoy Bruce Harveth Ed Simpson Fred Mulbolland seethis pretty girl Shes Wilbelmina Chihasz Knoxville Tennessee AMA Associate VP Tennessee area Wilbelmina very capable knowledgeable can help you have problem regarding AMA Al Spampani Camden Tennessee has written twice about new club helped organize Benton County Model Flyers Ive slow reporting because am jammed pix like above L-R Junior member Aaron Snyder Don Snyder VP Junior member Patrick Daniel Al Spampani club president Andrew Snyder also Junior Tom McCoy warming up Super Cyclone ignition-powered Lanzo Bomber 138 Model Aviation ki 11 [e aim 1 E 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 Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Franzen Bensenville IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 508 Walnut PO Box 72 Vama IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holaten 616 W 30th St Higginsville MO 64037 Home 816 584-2481 Work 816 584-7121 Faa 816 584-7761 Now well new year would like remind newsletter editors add Executive Council members mailing lists may obvious new guys appreciate input clubs via talents editors Ive looking copies very carefully lately see can find event go Since Im writing middle December can understand its very hard find district did have planned weather stopped time get should back road again need newsletters help find events Speaking schedule last year council member District VI will trying take trips year can leave office knowing gotten could Hopefully can outfox weather schedule work load job can get out can Granted cant come club meetings during week due early hours job can sure burn holes sky during weekends Im looking forward seeing bunch year Since still have lots photos show youIm going take another month column try catch up cant imagine Im enjoying having photos show past Ive never enough year exception Im still receiving photos first photo sent Bill Capehart boys photo Matt MeMillen Rocky Ruby members Future Aero Engineers Drexel High School Drexel Missouri built Bridi 20 Aircruiser project past school year flights day photo quite successful next photos came Duane Harman Steuben Model Aircraft Klub Steuben Indiana promised come fly-in Steuben support Red Cross weather halted idea Duane kind enough send Darts photos first view flight line airport second Own modified Super Hots built Duane Its counter-rotating engines help perform very well looks very hot Dont agree Ron Ballard AVP Decatur Indiana went fun-fly Winamac Indiana discovered new flying site found last year got kick out excitement letter site truly piece work other thing before get photos just leamed AVP has bought Grumman Cheetah full-size flying liked well enough get himself Please dont hold against him talks about it.a lot patient first photo view some guys showed up event can also see clubhouse background guys facing 800 feet runway Needless say plenty room site large events next photo shows few jets present event Tom Durbin Bowling Green Kentucky sent next photos second year work public library provide model airplane introduction program kids Delta Darts used building projects Tom also some models discussion model airplane film National Geographic first two photos show kids work Delta hope Tom made enough impact kids get some go flying field Bowling Green can always use new blood ever-aging organization last photo month sent us Tom Abberger Angola Indiana airplane shown twenty-three-year-old Taurus Its still being flown Ive always liked Taurus Tom P-38 engineering chief during WW II weekend flew Middlesboro Kentucky see P-38 raised Iceland ice cap What project Scale buffs need make trip see will warmly greeted have run place ball Look alrport April 1994 139 next photo Tom showing free flight model kids Enough now. * Iowa Michigan / Minnesota/ Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 115 East Main Upper Level Northville Ml 48167 Assistant Vice President Don Bentfield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hass 5394 Engliah Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Bud Gorman PO Box 33 Knife 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 1325 Roslyn Waterford Ml 48328-3551 Mike Zingery 6496 S 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 New Year upon us its downhill spring flying time new models also time new members get trained flying RC CL trying learn ones own very frustrating expensive clubs have super pilot training programs extra levels increased proficiency know least club has no training program become member must already able pass flying test latter club opposite end spectrum also have newly formed groups beginners teaching other lessons teamed keep modeling alive have heard several versions version statement need get young people modeling else will shortage pilots armed forces. have seen controls instruments modern planes seems proficiency Nintendo will better aid flying RC model look around membership club meeting irrespective type aeromodeling will immediately notice lack Juniors wealth senior members pun wealth message aeromodeling has become expensive young modelers usually have dad also hobby also necessary requirement flying young model aviator needs get flying field due noise acreage needed too far bike use public transport What condenses Juniors few reasons lot can except expose aeromodeling world wait reach age will resume interest have transportation steady job pay models Back clubs now need training adult members need clubs provide Unfortunately too clubs have officer committee follow through limit memberships club has First important prospective great flying field decent bank balance will waiting list join large metro area such live also have serious problem members belong several clubs has limit numbers creates moral dilemma being member several closed clubs member blocking Out several possible memberships waiting have meetings topic becomes very hot never resolved views follows will take very firm member living within few miles clubs field allowed possible private site right close clubs field owner taxpayer. tough club Second no member shall belong another club within fifty miles field unless club has special interests such helicopters soaring Third club members should commit themselves helping club during year fulfilling commitment acceptable excuse will allowed rejoin following year Finally new beginner modelers should allowed membership Associate level being trained through clubs tralning program being waiting list full membershipa special club dues being set up design provides training ensures membership contributes health club includes local modelling members will now sit back wait bullets Reading through newsletters month provides thought closes monthly column.the newsletter editor usually position clubs officer committee never gets voted Model Aviation Maynard displays fantastic Hawker Hurricane Jenny placed high Grassfield meet both static flight scores Jim Porter prototype Sig Four-Star 120 Built hand-cut prototype kits VS 120 power else Art Cossaboom would design build such model calls Anvakuak hometown reverse portion Minneapolis Piston Poppers including Unknown Flier gather next restored CAF AT- 6 Twin Seamaster Zenoah 23s Mary Zwick Curt Johnson Bud Vanevenhoven also shown float-fly D Klatt photo Frank V Ehling Museum will open part June 10-12 Homecoming weekend National Flying Site Muncie Indiana Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraka 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Clyde Brothers 4903 Whispenng Oaks Drive 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 Valls 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 75008 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 District VIII members Please note new home address Also please update club mailing list order receive club newsletter National Airplane Championships will Lubbock Texas next July doesnt mean much members because very competitive Competition isnt everyone have never real contest Fly-In rules competitive judging prizes its teaming experience just watch Ever see combat about 200-mile flight Think about throwing small glider air flying five minutes have good arm build hand-launched glider competitive juices still flow try something anything Pattern Scale Combat well sailplane events flown hope visit Nats months column written Dale Walker Elk City Oklahoma concerning annual fun-fly Flying Aces Elk City Oklahoma hosted Fourth Annual Fun-Fly September 25 1993 As club began setting up municipal airport 530 am Saturday morning looked though going another typical Elk City Fun-Fly rain and/or 20-25 mph winds 8 am first pilots began arriving clear blue sky winds subsided gods smiling Flying Aces day non-competition meet open flying day Flying Aces prefer call meet fun-fly instead fly-in because have fun hosting Forty-one pilots registered fly eighty aircraft including ducted-fan jets helicopters Pilots came Oklahoma City Claremore Oklahoma east Pampa Texas west Sulphur Springs Texas south area clubs David Osterloh Steven Blaloch handled frequency control took care registrations kept six eight aircraft air waiting list pins announced over public address system became available Club members wives did fantastic job again year concessions serving 300 hamburgers 600 cans soft drinks plus coffee chips homemade ice cream dill pickles Bill Khouri Bill Carter Devon Gibler supplied ladies grilled hamburgers during lunch club great community support Advertising newspaper television radio results good spectator attendance Businesses generous donations needed Flying halted during lunch 1 l2hour model air show flight demonstrations Gus Hudson Tom Dodgen Kent Landerfeld demonstrated full line Bob Violett jets Gus flew T-33 trainer won Best Ducted Fan Jet award Gus Tom taxied F-86 Sabres out Onto runway locked brakes run up engines released brakes took off side-by-side few feet separating dropped wingmounted fuel tanks flew formation also flew pair Byron Christensen Eagle Gene biplanes smoke systems did acrobatic routine delight crowd Kent Landerfeld brought beautiful F-16 Falcon owned Tom Robertson Tom couldnt attend sent F-16 put display F-16 won top honors years Southwest Fan-Fly Kent flew fast Bob Violett-powered Maverick Kent Officier demonstrated X-Cell 60 helicopter JR radio system Kent can anything helicopter has competed national competition field representative Miniature Aircraft Florida also member Horizons Distributor JR Teama nationwide team twenty-five members five helicopter pilots demonstrates promotes JR products Kent helicopter pilot region crowd enjoyed watching what could helicopter especially low inches ground inverted hover Raymond Cohlmia attended first time year flew 60-size scale AH64 Apache helicopter complete functional shock-absorbing landing gear fully loaded rocket missile armament looked very realistic flew scale flight pattern won Best Helicopter award Native Elk Citian Marty Young flew Republic P-47 Thunderbolt Roy Valliancourt kit eight-foot wingspan equipped operational sliding canopy flaps air retracts 52 cubic-inch A&M gas engine spark-advance ignition redundant battery system detailed panel lines rivets painted weathered look impressive sight six feet above runway full throttle Passes made approximately 100 mph won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show awards Special recognition went Gus Tom demonstrations BVM Products Best Biplane went Mark Jaggers Ultimate Pat Massey won Best Civilian Award Vargo Best Sport Plane went James Flemings beautiful red Stinger aircraft fly eligible awards awards presented end flying day After awards pilots drew $1000 worth modeling-related prizes time pilot flew ticket pilot number put hopper Only visiting pilots eligible Futaba radio system several nice kits K&B 61 engine lots other model goodies given away 41 pilots won prizes went home happy hope see back next year few friends Dale Walker presidenr Elk City Flying Aces l 1994 141 Kent Landerfeld takeoff BVM Maverick Beautiful fast Marty Youngs P-47 won Pilots Choice Best Military Best Show Kent Officier X-Cell 60 helicopter during low inverted hover Mark Jaggers award-winning Ultimate 10-300S won Best Biplane award Ray Cohimia scale AH-64 Apache helicopter Won Best Helicopter award Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 5 Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027 W 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 571 03-5573 RL Doc Scraper 9524 Roe Avenue Overland Park KS 66207 Jack L Sibert 3611 Kimberly Circle Lincoln NE 68506-4524 Chuck Smith 1091 Cheshire Street Casper WY 82609-3214 Frequency Coordinator Steve Mangles Radio Service Center 918 S Sheridan Denver CO 80226 News Nebraska Nebraska free fighters no single club event captures FF spirit better annual picnic fun fly believe sharing modeling experiences congenial manner lest get redundant have fun 1993 bash held August 14 Pioneer Park Lincoln As always cross-section interests represented John Pecoraro troop Profile Scale jets Johns modified Pussycat configured look like Stealth Stealthycat Dick Hawes put nice flights Nieuport 12 C-2 Clarence Nelson flew up storm Bostonians Hank Sperzel got some exercise via HLG Don Granlund put assortment sport planes through paces Walter Erbach wife added much just being Walt countrys bestknown free flight gums Rick Landis gave John Pakiz technical assistance John flew covey sport Scale jobs Ray Talacko brought Bostonian Dumbo made entirely pink meat-tray foam Dumbo didnt make powered flights picnic Ray has successfully flown since Speaking foam Tom Winter models made stuff including scale WW II MiG fighter hand-held catapult Profile Scale jet event open everybody honors given Juniors Chris Pakiz hauled off Top Gun trophy Grumman Cougar Brook Pecoraro took second T-38 Talon brother Rick garnered third place YF-22 experimental fighter Flight times short ranging 55 78 seconds Getting 15 seconds Scale jet glider challenge although Dick Hawes did Paul del Gatto X-15 club members very appreciative AMA District IX AVP Jack Sibert attended fun-fly took pictures wellAll very memorable day best part can look forward 1994 doing over again Jock Sibert Nebraska Free Flighters News Wyoming Flying Cowboys RIC Club Sheridan Wyoming held third annual Fall Fly-in September 11 12 1993 new field new field located about five miles west Sheridan County 40 pilots registered approximately 75 planes Pilots came 250-mile radius Sheridan Ribbon-cutting ceremonies got underway 1 pm Dignitaries included Sheridan County commissioners Fair Board members Sheridan County ambassadors Russ Miller representing AMA highlight ceremony Russ having Carole Perkins executive director Chamber Commerce flying plane 20-mile-per-hour wind Flying Cowboys built field clubhouse donated labor money raised raffles other money-making activities runway 30 x 300 feet made polypropylenevery forgiving News North Dakota little two years ago Minot Aircraft Modelers Minot North Dakota 20 members purchased 17 acres farmland 58000 Now 2/2 years later have 60 members land improvements pald also have following equipment buildings paid Two 70-foot grass runways fully equipped concession building including stove fridge griddle hot dog machine popcorn machine microwave oven large barbecue grill landscaping consisting 16 eight-foot evergreen trees numerous other trees shrubs flowers two 20-foot flagpoles displaying Canadian American flags toilet facilities also have 20 x 30-foot sun shade building 12 RV electrical hookups numerous picnic tables workbenches playground equipment Pylon Racing cages two tractors mowers Ford pickup truck 300gallon water tank flying site fully enclosed Ron Boen Minot Aircraft Modelers 142 Model Aviation Talacko almost-complete Bostonian Dumbo Workbenches few planes Clarence Nelson launching Oldenkamp Bean Box sunset Sun shade building Entrance fully fenced site Back row L-R P J Pecoraro D Hawes J Pakiz R Talacko C Nelson H Sperzel W Erbach R Landis fiancee Kathy D Granlund Front row C Pakiz R B PJ Pecoraro D Granlund house few planes Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakea Street Alee HI 96701 Howard Baldwin #L-500 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barrie 8252 E Turney Ave Scottsdale AZ 83251-2727 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lana Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Visalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moans Lane Reno NV 89502 Reginald Keyawa 4500 Onys Way Carmichael CA 95608-1828 John F Krohn 310 692-4177 Brian Nelson 9800 Lantz Drive Morgan Hill CA 95037 Dave Pinjuv 4682 Cosley Drive Las Vegas NV 89117 Bob Reynolds 12901 E Speedway Blvd Tucson AZ 85748-7123 Betty Stream 3723 Snowden Avenue Long Beach CA 90808 Al Williamson 445 Weatby Chula Vista CA 91911 Frequency Coordinators George Steiner 2238 Rogue River Drive Sacramento CA 95826 Phone 918 362-1962 Eloy Marex 2626 W Norlhwood Santa Ana CA 92704 Diattict X Clubs impart meaning Christmas support local communities Throughout district spirit Christmas 1993 shared expressed AMA members used enthusiasm aeromodeling make holiday season special time hundreds needy kids Over holidays dozens Dists-ict X clubs participated community fundraising events help make Christmas brighter less fortunate popular productive activities Toys Tots Literally thousands games toys accumulated distributed needy kids local clubs conducted fly-ins share meaning Christmas collect generous donations following stories just few charitable modeling events took place holiday season Whittier California December 12 1993 tenth annual US Maxine Corps Toys Tots conducted Whittier Narrows annual event sponsored 101st Squadron Screaming Eagles jointly hosted San Gabriel Valley Radio Control League Knights Round Circle control line club Despite rainy Saturday event well attended declared unqualified success California-based Hobby Shack donated free glue samplers first forty pilots Out Burger allowed use grill cook up hot meal fly-in participants As radio control contml line enthusiasts enjoyed day flew up storm literally huge pile toys collected help Marines benevolent cause Salinas California Salinas Arcs Modelers conducted annual Toys Tots fundraiser fly-in December 4 5 event blessed perfect flying weather club members came out field donations hand support drive collect toys local children toy collection effort extended clubs Christmas banquet December 12 AVP Brian Nelson came down Morgan Hill share festivities clubs guest speaker holiday dinner two events produced mountain gifts needy kids accented Christmas season Phoenix Arizona December 11 date Arizona Model Pilots Societys annual Toys Tots fundraiser Though report yet event year has grown bigger better less fortunate children Phoctux Metropolitan area have benefitted tremendously annual efforts club members dedicated conscientious group modelers no wonder Model Airplane News has chosen AMPS newsletter Propour newsletter month March 94 issue Lakeside California following article written David E Shamaky appeared Daily Calfomian month Lakesides Fit-st Weedwacker Acre Squadron 200-plus member club devoted radio-controlled model airplane flying has competition Cactus County Model Airport What made Saturdays contest different however will make difference underprivileged children East County First Toy Drive Fun-Fly netted between 60 70 new toys earmarked East County Toy Drive Underprivileged Children East County 23 contestants Saturdays competition required bring anew unwrapped toy Spectators organizers handful employees Hobby Shack El Cajon also donated cause Contest Director Greg Skoglund said club will make Toy Drive Fun Fly Annual event club said will present donations kickoff party East County drive Leatherbys Ice Cream Diner El Cajon Rob Durrant owner Leatherbys active toy drive said need toys year all-time high Last year 1992 gave 4300 families East County Durrant said need year up around 5000 goal give needy family East County toyail toys collect will stay East County Up two weeks ago getting calls needy families Durrant said Thats early getting requests two-round competition radio-control pilots maneuvered planes around cones timed portion competition ground took air testing planes 30-second aerial loop segment pilots also tested landing skills required fly model planes under low tape limbo event Contestants also judged high planes climbed well gliding ability top five pilots Saturdays contest overall scores Glenn Merritt 92 Don Rice 91 Shawn Whisman 87 Jim Maguuson 84 Steve Gardella 79 District Ten sends its thanks Daily Caltfomian great report Weedwacker Aero Squadrons Toys Tots Fun Fly Congratulations District Ten clubs participated fund raising events community activities holiday season time efforts spent activities extremely worthwhile oniy direct benefits recipients self-esteem club its members developing positive public relations local community Mystery Plane Identified February column contained photo gigantic RC flying boat floating backyard iwlinming pool Unfortunately caption omitted Iced several inquiries regarding nature photographWell now can told photo As-scale flying radio-controlled model DO-X Domier flying boat built Bob Curtin Phocoix Arizona Bob Curtin local team engineers educators model builders entered thirteenmonth project build fly As scale model German flying boat project believed kind possibly largest radiocontrolled amphibious aircraft built flown project completed October 1993 aircraft successfully flown November 14 8th Annual London Bridge Seaplane Classic Lake Havasu Arizona Domier DO-X Flying boat has wingspan 15 feet nine inches 37-inch chord 13 feet inch long has flying weight 97 pounds Bob has offered flying boat benevolent donation AMA museum issue has placed agenda January AMA Executive Council meeting hoped Domier will soon display prominent location museum Weve got another great year model aviation ahead us however now time space once again growing short Until next time. keepem safe keep em flyn l 1994 143 Loren Nicholson R Orange Coast RC Club receives Gold Leader Club award District X VP Rich Hanson Mike Keville sent photo Kuwait AirlinesSalinas area modelers Toys Tots Adnan sons GalaxyFun-Fly produced mountain gifts Dan Moser sent Christmas card recipe cranberry hread Moms angel pancake recipe couple pictures note page Post Falls Idaho Flyers newsletter note told about plane/engine combination hed put together Given whats since April issue magazine seems picture just right start Look carefully see twin Looks like G-46 2 G-23s right second photo can see entire plane Dan Dan stretched Kadet wing 80 inches added ailerons hung stretched version own design underneath claims excellent sport trainer 120-size engine IMAA legal Dan said hes got detail drawing fuselage hed willing part $10 interested might send pancake recipe too Dan plane scenery Dan heliarced real nonfunctional cylinder head crankcase Less work building Could help balance problem too Dan sort let other club members assume real working twin hed cleverly cowled plastic kitchen canister set Dan didnt say what happened rest set what wife say aboiut whole operation six weeks before some club members found out theyd Looks like Albany Thundervolts enjoying new field looked bleak three very special membersRod Rickel Will Davis Tim Lundsfordmanaged find 135-acre flying site Its little lumpy yet its brand new spot club fly Looks like will enjoy new field some time come Last year prospectus sent Out HQ AMA chartered clubs instructions suggested someone club might know person corporation would willing donate money complete museum amount left open suggested $100 nice round minimum number absolutely no suggestion club asked anything fact clear idea tap unused sources funds outside club funds acquired used continue finish work making first-class museum Unfortunately some individuals either misread instructions intent few newsletters carried editorials complaining about fund request Both employees Executive Council try run best operation lowest possible cost Since source funds dues extra money finish museum has come somewhere have tried use some traditional ways prospectus typical organizations bring needed extra cash Out have good ideas raise money please let us know immediately club Marymoor RIC Club sent check $1000 Museum fund club asked three radio manufacturers theyd offer radio cost JR sent letter allowed pick up radio Websters wholesale Airtronics simply sent radio sold raffle tickets collected $1000 sent off also optioned letter Websters raising money operation very well indicates quality operation MARIC have demonstrated ways over years Word Frozen North indicates Midnight Sun R/C club Fairbanks will have Pattern Fun-Scale Fun-Fly events Water-N-Wheels contest summer July 1 2Also noted member Ron Desrochers suggested club put several events demonstrations handicapped Boy Scouts Civil Air Patrol Boys Club others order give something back community Thats great idea should copied AMA clubs course will take time effort planning rewards will great Fairbanks club plans Fun-Fly April 24 Fun Scale meet 15th May Float Fly 15th May havent seen understand club field has small body water close main runway led Water-N-Wheels concept June 5th will have another Float Fly 18th Famous Midnight Sun Fly tentative plans Float Fly Kenai June 19 thats certain stout heart Anchorage club will hold ARCS Winter Fun-Fly March 13 will have thawed out enough have Fun Scale event May 15 Spring Scale & Pattern Contest May 28-29 Float Fly addicts ARCS will hold Float Fly June 17-18-19 enjoy float planes isnt really place quite like Anchorage some super sightseeing Remember camera will have Night Fun-Fly 11th Mike Hazel called said having small problem pinning airport down dates NW Regionals may necessary either change location perhaps cut Out some events backup site isnt sufficient hold everything make sure information up date contact Mike 1073 Windemere NW Salem OR 97304 cant believe will anywhere other Mahlon Sweet Airport absolutely sure contact Mike FYI last year Regionals 79 competitors some 40 separate events 123 trophies Que Quigley sent words about some pictures taken Idaho Scale Squadron contest Snake River Modelers Field near Ontario mid September Que reports 18 contestants showed up fly weather ranged perfect squirrelly back perfect Ontario club provided manicured field well food drink keep crowd good spirits Heres fiightline looking south Way off distance Orville Brooks took first Team Scale Spacewalker Behind Jug Que Quigleys third-place Expert winner Behind think Lynn Streets first Sportsman Scale PT- 19 left second place Expert Ray Schellekens FW-190 Some ot tOe winners tropoles designed built L T Lessinger Al Culver left LT Lessinger second Fun Scale Harry Taylor second Team Scale Carlos Grageda first Fun Scale Ray Schellekens second Expert Scale Lynn Street first Sportsman Scale Model Aviation ell Anderson Al Culver Box 86 Jerry Holcomb 1010 WA 98684 Gil Horsiman 4109S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McCowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Pave Mullens 15559 Palentine AveN Seatile WA 98133 Brace Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Richard L Snaer 781 Lillodel Ct Lanconner WA 98257 Pick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls PR 97601 Chick Young 7411154 Ave F #14 Sumner WA 98390 Assistant Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130-145ih NE Bellevue WA 98007 flightline looking north Sitting left Dick Hansen first Expert behind him Dick Mr Proctor Heininge planes left Hansens Nieuport 28 JN-4 Spacewalkers Orvilles think its farthest away