Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
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Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/03
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173
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Inside View Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Update Several years have passed since handbook Sound Model Aeronautics published have large number developments areas quieter muffler techniques manufacturing propellers being introduced improved vibration isolator installations need fully introduced aeromodeler items shown trade shows does mean majority modelers see items environment trade-show visitor quite often overwhelmed purchases bigticket items hard-to-get accessories he/she has list answer would appear time supplement update Sound Model Aeronauticsthe handbook Executive Council November meeting authorized publication supplement handbook supplement should provide further information reducing sound levels enable clubs deal effectively meeting local needs complaints event should used conjunction technical legal information original handbook time frame having supplement finished has set can attempt have ready printing early Spring Several things have happen prior completion important make certain latest data possible being fed files will require input individuals willing take part effort materials needed relatively few number however data must usable form first requirement information can provided individual members manufacturers soundreduction items should include necessarily limited mounting systems vibration isolation effective mufflers pipes muffler pipe adapters vibration heatproof couplings propeller designs other related power____________________________________________________________[v32][b11483064131300]]Continued page 162 160 Model Aviation rd Crispin Jr Executive Council Meetings January 28-29 Muncie IN April 21-22 Visalia CA July 29-30 Oshkosh WI ELECTIONS This years Vice Presidential election brought several changes personnel Council appears season change reflected national elections Congress TO SUMMARIZE COUNCIL CHANGES John Grigg replaces Joe BesharDistrict II Charlie Bauer replaces Jim Sears District VI George Aldrich replaces Gene Hempel District VIII would like welcome new VPs look forward productive year AMA 1995 thanks departing officers untiring efforts behalf Academy times wonder anyone wants serve AMAs Council perform thankless tasks thrust upon Perhaps because derive satisfaction growth hobby technical progress recognition media importance hobby-sport Aeromodeling continues fascinate challenge thousands upon thousands fliers Observing technical progress increased challenge new events mind-boggling times difficult just keep pace growth change Council tries keep aware changes open new ways accommodate aeromodelers desires NEW THRUSTS order move away business usual face necessary changes approach aeromodeling list below steps have taking NATIONAL FLYING SITE AND HEADQUARTERS MOVE primary reasons move provide focus growth acceptance reduce operating costs already seeing reduction operating cost have already seen major benefit ESPN s one-hour segment showed facility major event held T 6 Races called asked could come cannot afford buy prime time advertising like events scheduled facility will key continued national exposure acceptance 1995 Muncie will very busy events Possibly unique time will triple-header August Pylon Racing World Championships Giant Scale Racing T-6s Formula Hot Air Balloon Exposition STRATEGIC PLANNING have adopted systematic planning approach will help focus activities future Two sessions have already held expect continually up-date plans least yearly FUND-RAISING have launched organized fund-raising activity will ongoing reduce dependence income membership dues increase scope support activities such flying sites technical development initial thrust will completion development Muncie facility MORE CHANGE new Bulletin Board System designed provide much up-to-date information services very nominal charge now working course must have computer modem access information Headquarters staff mostly new since move Muncie have some very good professional people expect membership support get better better doesnt tell us about continuously looking ways improve in-house membership processing system expedite services reduce error looking magazine make better better What did think recent youth issue now have first-class museum open public local residents coming see show out-oftown friends family museum will get better better improved expanded YES YOUR AMA move perfect trying hard about sending note thanks things like encourage Vice President 4Courtney/Worth Continued page 160 Aeronautics modelers whether AMA members model industry whole has benefitted tremendously often can growth industry national organization consumers working industry directly related efforts person Jerry Courtneys case however history clearhis talents personality dominated progress RC terms being extremely successful influencing actions FCC success solid base During World War II FCC staff attorney put background good use established own private practice 1946 specializing non-broadcast communications Seventeen years later having become well known successful working other organizations added AMA list clients 1986 Jerry merged practice Washington law firm Blooston Mordkofsky Jackson Dickens continued serve AMA s legal counsel representative FCC additional help staff merged firm until retirement Details AMAs RC frequency acquisition history contained series three articles May June July 1989 issues Model Aviation Written RC pioneer Hall Fam&r Walt Good AMA president #1 1 articles include mentions Jerry Courtney contributions RC growth part July article noted AMA 30000 members 1971 Now less 25 years later during time number RC frequencies has grown greatly too has AMA membershipnow five times what back As evidence correlation between number RC frequencies available membership AMA should noted Jerry Courtney began service AMA 1963 five frequencies designated RC 27 MHz Citizens Band use severely limited interference communications users same band 1966 after three years concentrated effort between Courtney AMAs Frequency Committee FCC granted five RC frequenciesin 72 MHz band away CB-type interference 1971 due continued efforts before FCC RCers total seven frequencies 72 MHz band addition 27 MHz band rapid growth RC activity demanded still frequencies after prolonged legal effort FCC current spectrum RC frequencies established November 1982 50 channels designated model aircraft use 72 MHz band 30 designated 75 MHz band surface car boat operations Meanwhile 27 MHz frequencies still available various frequencies 50-54 MHz ham band expansion frequencies RC activity flourishes AMAs membership along man figured prominently history recognition remembrance fully deserved name Jeremiah Courtney Jerry modelers knew him will forgotten worked him also deserves remembered now benefitting previous service 4March 1995 161 U wiiiri wiai Brown AMA Executive VP 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Twas just two weeks til Christmas through house people screaming .I m ready yet time year always busy time around Brown household what typically Executive Council meeting November Thanksgiving business madness accompanies Holiday seasons year season accentuated sadness family mother passed away night before Thanksgiving after two-month bout cancer am sure knew mother ardent supporter World Championships Tournaments Champions would want know taught thing life goes spite grief Don Lowe sent letter member recently member questioned dues structure particularly pointing out stated way back first started self-funded insurance program dues increase $10 might rolled back once built up sufficient reserves fund contingencies cant say remember exactly what said remember thinking might possible wouldnt deny having said something effect can tell thoughts predicated continuation same level claims experienced preceding years Unfortunately have able continue same level claims recent years rollback likely near future Exactly claims cost increased result single factor rather result lot factors combined First have couple very serious accidents have resulted large claims/settlements Secondly legal system has found more theories recovery liability cases make cases more expensive litigate Thirdly seems courts have tended expand coverage situations wouldnt have thought past years Some cases require legal defense perhaps coverage damages far out make wonder coverage actually does stop Another factor technological advancement increased interest bigger and/or faster models Id guess first factor alone would have made difference combination has us position unlikely insurance costs will go down substantially foreseeable future therefore dont think likely will able reduce dues account Id love able reduce dues would require cut some programs drastically cut program completely would result enough savings reduce dues dollar two Unfortunately recent trend toward diminishing membership may mandate some cutbacks present programs already much less allow us reduce dues answer increase non-dues revenues need buckle down take advantage of business opportunities associations rely substantial part income Executive Council voted accept affinity card credit card program First USA Bank hope will benefit AMA member its low rates will provide AMA some nondues income carrying AMA Visa Card benefit competitive low rate time card used contribution made AMAat no additional cost Please get behind use credit card whenever use credit card hope can talk some people industry giving some small discount use card idea providing some promotion exchange member gets little discount AMA derives some income figure should winwin-win situation Like cards start out very low rate some period time rate increases typical market rate First USA has charging 129% typical market rate cards overall fluctuation interest rates wont predict what will happen d/Crispin Continued page 160 system installation equipment information submitted should include reference material showing results testing devices must provide accurate figures results conditions sound measurements used must made using weighting dBA Slow response distance critical providing made least nine feet source specifies distance conditions Conditions mounting engine aircraft stand location setup over pavement etc Sketches photographs should submitted part information package cases devices have made has no proper testing accomplished items can sent testing items should capable being mounted standard engines ranges designed keep stock test engines mounting setup stand facilitate testing using accurate equipment devices engine-specific requiring specific bolting pattern should check advance might require temporary loan entire assembly order perform testing Manufacturers especially asked assist project have equipment useful helping us make greater progress sound level reduction please consider providing information alternative availability testing devices have facilities testing can provide documentation send us results Manufacturers should provide photos other documentation authorization use publication Any decision use will based upon actual determination validity effectiveness claims second important area deals flying sites need input relative noise problems sites includes local ordinances available use survey should published denoting types problems proximity housing other sport facilities public commercial activities farm land environmental concerns especially complaints animal-rights groups need develop responses problems questions responding part request need use some standards information An aerial photograph site section map detailed drawing Continued ptige 163 Associate Vice Presidents Nathan Lancaster 3597 S Kendall Street Denver CO 80235 Travis McGinnis 8027W 81st Circle Arvada CO 80005 Loren Moen 607 E Vera St Bottineau ND 58318 Don Moden 410 Hart St Sauna KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 571 03-5573 AL 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 5 Sheridan Denver CO 80226 District IX report wil resume next month 162 Model Aviation Executive Director 5151 E Memorial Dr Muncie IN 47302 Non-Dues Revenue AMA AMAs dues represent nearly 85% associations total incomea percentage way too high according Executive Vice President Dave Brown American Society Association Executives recently released survey ASAE found average non profit membership association AMAs category received no 36% its income dues percentage actually decreasing year year associations strive reduce dependence single source funding What does mean AMA Well could mean though dues currently represent nearly AMAs income different other organizations experience does apply us could mean need look new services new sources income new ways delivering services currently provide because membership numbers stable members willing accept dues increases can always depend bail us out should experience sustained leveling off downturn renewal rates could mean things probably doesnt harsh reality 90s Dave Browns approach makes better business sense todays rapidly changing world prudence dictates diversify income sources way increasing non-dues revenue new services products bundled regular member benefits charging separately new items create wider range member options accurately gauge acceptance through mechanism marketplace new benefit program service offered added cost option its success failure easier judge its own ments has less chance getting lost forgotten among benefits already included within current dues structure need increase non-dues income impetus new products services will soon find advertised pages Model Aviation included annual membership materials arrive mail services attractive new Visa card sports AMA logo offers very competitive annual percentage rate New products will include sweaters shirts jackets other clothing items will proud wear flying field anywhere else comfortable advertising affiliation Academy future might also see commemorative plaques Christmas card sets specialty publications other products think will appeal unique community modelers families Regardless service product offered important remember AMA merchandising business nor simply business providing services fee AMA business fulfilling members needs not-for-profit organization specific mandatea mandate spelled out its Bylaws revisited its new mission statement important revenue sources come broad dependable base also important lose sight critical need see members constituency just conveniently captive market Fortunately developing non-dues revenue sources either/or proposition can serve needs members still offer goods services will help provide financial stability organization needs survive key providing goods services also meet members needs credit card offer has card valuable its own right cannot just return revenue organization has low-cost card backed organization recognized excellent service offer apparel items have attractive durable items members will proud wear will have reflect members wish represent Academy others much own identity wish see represented Academy logo able keep quality services products indispensable part nondues-income producing equation will able diversify resource base satisfy expanded level member needs little luck will also well way toward getting 85% dues income dependency reduced comfortable level dlCrispin Continued page 162 helpful should show runway pilot Positions overflight area location houses other areas concern distance pits overflight areas distances of affected buildings areas figures should close can make ground measurement scaling off maps compilation data will enable us print information maldng possible club predict effect operation powered aircraft area Charts will developed maldog simple consider almost types aircraft sound levels will provide guidelines complying standards required ordinances order make happier relationship neighbors assistance will appreciated credit will provided warranted information h 1995 163 Jerry Rou ii lard Yes folks thats right annual AMA/Charles Hampson Grant scholarships will awarded once again 1995 Charles Hampson Grant 1894-1987 early birds interest knowledge aviation influenced inspired aeromodeling activities modelers special emphasis young people program established tribute Charlie Grant further dream youth participation model aviation Funded donations general revenue scholarship program has lifesaver young people families Grants totaling approximately $20000 awarded 1994 deadline receipt applications 1995 awards April 30 1995 AMA member know young person has AMA member past three years considering pay university education should advise him get forms apply simple procedure supporting documentation verify facts figures required individuals high school applications go before AMA Scholarship Committee evaluates individuals test scores class rank grade-point average community modeling service records schedule set funds awarded will available prior start school year opportunity missed funds Dont left wishing done time now Call AMA Headquarters 317 287-1256 ask Mary Lou Vojslavek extension 201 request application forms mailed same day 1 I 1 [e UE1 1 ie] 1 Connecticut / Maine Massachusetts / New Hampshire / Rhode Island / Vermont Don Krafft Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 AlIen Road Billerica MA 01 821-5240 Bob Landry 80 Main Street Essex JunctionVT 05452-31 46 MC McGuffin 8 Robinson Street Houlton ME 04730-2312 Hsrry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 03106-1077 Richard Sherman 28 High Street Plymouth NH 03264-1223 Ed Thompson 27 E Greenwich Ave West Warwick RI 02893-5405 Bob Wallace 91 Sylvan Street Avon CT 06001-2230 Frequency Coordinator George Wilson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1 866 three events mention month going take place next year presented date importance DISTRICT FUN-FLY planned take place August 5-6 1995 host club will South Shore Radio Control Club event will take place Club Field Bridgewater MA planning two events per day plus event Juniors day event will separate have fly events enter day would like have District SHOOT-OUT flying Sunday afternoon fun-fly bragging rights anyone has ideas events would like see let know 617 934-6248 first notice will information month NORTHERN CONNECTICUT AIRSHOW This will take place August 19-20 1995 airport Pratt & Whitney operations East Hartford CT proceeds event will donated FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION Dogs trained considerable cost donated needy individual believe will agree very worthwhile cause have aircraft feel would addition show desire information call Dick Russell 203 633-8895 will information future columns RHODE ISLAND AEROMODELERS FLYING CIRCUS Charlie Hochstrsser sent following information charity airshow Rhode Island Aeromodelers Fifth Annual Flying Circus RC model airshow benefit Meeting Street Center held Sunday October 2 1994 After being postponed previous week waiting out morning fog show finally got off ground dazzling performances Club members visiting fliers other clubs free balloons glider contest kids three age groups great food always-popular spectator flying spectators help instructors buddy cords get firsthand chance experience RC flying Meeting Street Center help rehabilitation center disabled children adults Rhode Island Aeromodelers Inc chartered club Academy Model Aeronautics has raised thousands dollars Center over past five years will finish column some pictures Maine Scale contest held August 6-7 1994 Model Aviation hard Workers helped Maine Scale Contest L-R Dave Skillings Ray Labonte Ed Estabrook Bob Smith Bill Reeve Peter Flanigan PILOT AND JUDGING SEMINAR mentioned last month interested form competition flying should plan attend judges plan talk about various types events some protocol involved competition flying judging Hopefully can entice people become involved REMEMBER THE PLACE IS THE COMFORT INN SUITES IN HAVERHILL MA ON MARCH 26 1995 Call Don Krafft 617 934-6248 information Eric Guilmet flying Bill Mitchells Spacewalker II team scale placed 2nd Note judges watching intently trying keep being fried sun Kids glider contest RI Aeromodelers Flying Circus Dave Skillings Bob Smith preparing chicken Bar-B-Que excellent Club VP master ceremonies Gary Bedard Mike McGrath winners glider contest proof Bar-B-Que eating No complaints New Jersey/ New York/ Europe eshar iresident 198 Merritt Drive Oradell NJ 07649 FIRST-PLACE TWICE AT TOP GUN OLD-TIMER DAY AT EGG HARBOR NJ SAM 12 Skyblazers Old-Timer meet August 21 flown spite wind Twenty contestants put up 60 flights four events /2A Texaco Brown Jr Ignition LER Glow LER Fred Muiholland Tampa florida flew firsts four events Ted Patrolia son Mark drove down Cohasset Massachusetts Four flights did make back field hit top wire pole line guarding field COMMUNITY PICNIC AT WARWICK NY September 4 community picnic held Warwick Airport enjoyment name day Models flown demonstrations fullscale aircraft games Jr & Sr food EAA Chapter 69 Headquarters field sponsored Young Eagles program conjunction events day Young Eagles programa happy group AVP Bill Poythress LOSS OF DISTRICT 1115 GAIN OF DISTRICT V Pat Buzzeo has moved Boynton Beach Florida Past president Rockland R/C Club always has shown dedication Aeromodeling fellowship stands Air Corp Veteran World War II P-51 lover never photo Model Aviation left him two generations Buzzeos son Mike Mikes son Jasonso AVP Wes De Cou SKYBLAZERS ENTERTAIN HANDICAPPED Atlantic County Skyblazers entertained group handicapped children outing dedicated John Tulli club secretary recently passed Twenty-two smiling children participated day demonstration flying prebuilt Delta Darts hot dogs picnic fare local kennel club Pinelands K-9 showed eight dogs through basic obedience gave children able hands-on experience walking dogs through obstacle course mutts models manageable mix seemed give grown-up children adults pleasure also Staff members volunteers handicapped organization provided transportation attention childrens needs ten day y{\~ / // 4 flying picnicking Handicapped Childrens Association AVP Walt Geary BOB GRAHAM ANNOUNCED 94 SUSSEX AIRSHOW August 25 Sussex Airport sponsored 9th Annual Laser Invitational Fun-Fly best flying days entire summer weather cool winds light just perfect premiere RC flying events east coast best things about show open types model airplanes models giant scale gliders year control line area show designed show public what model aviation has offer impressed spectators great display precision flying done Bob Boswell Robby MeClellen flew jets tight formation received well deserved round applause done Speaking Paul Styger airport manager tells goal make largest RC model show US certainly great location being part full-size airshow real plus RC show Fran Fanelli Flying Models continues major organizer event helped phases show volunteers Top-O-NJ-RC Club did fine job year AVP Wes De Cou THIS IS PAUL ONEILL Started 14 now 16 won 6 first places 1 second 1993 went onto win District Champion award NSRCA National Society RC Aerobatics Flew Ugly Stik Trainer 60 start Paul went Delight YS 120 FS engine Airtronics Vision radio Paul high school plans career naval aviation videotape editing builds sport ships flies competition Pattern Sportsman class member Pine Barons Model Club Ocean County Modelers Paul also has 27 hours full-scale Cessna 152 ready solo AVP Woody Woodman * March 1995 165 Pictured Dean DiGiorgic left father Dine Jim Meister /5-scale Fw190 Dora Pilot Dean teamed Bob Pickney placed first prestigious Top Gun Team Scale event 92 94 Next plan fly P-47 winners C Stager Fred Quedenfield W Langley J Scott J Saunders Fred Muiholland AVP Walt Geary Paul ONeill prepares dream naval aviation Pictured five entries EAA Atlantic County Skyblazers received plaque gratitude sponsoring day 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 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 441 37-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 AMA Election now have read results current AMA election members Council retiring returning deserve extreme gratitude newly elected Vice Presidents will certainly able provide new ideas additional expertise Special thanks showed initiative campaign election individual member deserve choice Sanctions very common problem clubs face procrastination desire host events reminder . place contest sanctions 1995 soon possible Doing will assure desired schedule will allow club develop adequate plans conduct worthwhile event As reminder sanction applications within District III should forwarded appropriate Contest Coordinator Proud Daughter Cathy Bumstine accompanied father Ralph Arnhern Holland participate 1994 Scale World Championship US team consisted Ralph Bumstine Jack Sheeks Dale Campbell control line Kim Foster also District Ill Earl Thompson RC control line team finished third overall Ralphs 8th place highest US team Kim finished 11th RC Congratulations gentlemen fine effort Team Selection 1996 Scale Team going held August 23-27 1995 Muncie Indiana FAI Team Program needs support everyone will selling team pins 1996 meet France raise money fund pins available well notify column Westmoreland Electric Soaring Society Doug Ward retired school teacher recently won second place Seven-Cell Electric 94 Canadian Nats quite achievement returned hobby two years ago Unfortunately Richard Simpson has retired newsletter editor club will miss expertise editor very fine newsletter Mon Valley RIC Club Tom Clancy recently provided sad information passing Ed Newmyer proprietor local hobby shop Duquesne Pennsylvania Eds shop haven newcomer its abundant inventory knowledge toward hobby offer condolences Eds wife Sarah children Skyhawks ever Steubenville Ohio consider visiting AMA Gold Leader Club Skyhawks Greg Cybulski provided picture portion club during Sunday evening activity Unique Ripe During past couple years best-flying biplanes District Ill has Cutting Edge created Brian Reed Franldin Pennsylvania model possesses extreme knife edge capability along maneuverability Brian would willing share pride joy interested give him call 814 437-1627 Keystone Radio Control Society Keystone Radio Control Society Hummelstown Pennsylvmia participated Hot Air Balloon Classic held Hershey demonstrated various types model flying activity during two day event An extensive static display allowed club promote hobby spectators club 130 members public relations effort certainly worth BIG Happening District III Plan now attend Central Penn Aeromodelers Association 15th Annual flea Market March 11 1995 largest event its type United States April 7 8 9 dates greatest RC expo earth produced Toledo Weak Signals Join modelers over world see latest industry has offer See MA SINGE 1936 166 Model Aviation US Control Line Scale team Brian Reed shows off beautiful Cutting Edge portion static display provided Keystone Radio Control Society Sunday evening group Skyhawks field Associate Vice Presidents Robert E Babura 117 Otis Drive SevernMD 21144-1130 Phone 410 969-9356 Bob Champine 205 TiptonRoad Newport News VA 23606-3663 Chuck Foreman 5811 Rinker Drive Mechanicsville VA 23111 Doug Holland 3517 Fernwood Drive Raleigh NC 27612-6215 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809-1 719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Charles Spear 106 Crestview Drive Mockavilla NC 27028-2644 Frequency Coordinator Paul Vacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NC 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 Election 1994 Academy elections 1994 over results noted elsewhere issue personally would like thank members District IV took option expressing position voting election would also like thank voting provide winning margin another side election Academy elections general fact very low numbers actually making effort participate expense twenty-nine-cent stamp just question District IV Districts voting election about same percentage actually sending ballot will give possible effort continue support District Academy over next three years will continue require input members order know wish go always understanding national organization effort being made make Academy better larger stronger ever past have need work closely community obtaining improving retaining flying sites need whatever necessary order accomplish need make maximum effort own get nothing free Flying Sites great need flying site registry several reasons first reason importantthe need Headquarters District officers have ability locate flying site District will make possible direct newcomers individuals moving visiting area site essential unless group operating secrecy other reason has safety avoidance conflict concerned radio interference have some basic rules concerning proximity fields also have cases new club formed unknowingly intentionally some cases established field close enough create radio interference establishment national registry would make possible identify problem immediately prevent issuing charter would create problem registry would include club designation contact person updated required highway map immediate area geographic coordinates latitude longitude increasing use handheld GPS instruments find much feasible task will subject Executive Council meeting coming up 28-29 January would like clubs District IV submit maps flying site locations soon practical have works art should sufficient enable stranger locate roads leading site maps will drawn standard size latitude longitude added information can made available Members other Districts should consider getting head start program Active Clubs Club activity especially action provides opportunity put best face forward public very important part aeromodeling Most members primarily concerned flying aspects sport fine far goes fact remains have great need others club willing expend time energy make presentation community never know will need active support influential members group particularly always-present question flying sites such group Burlington-Alamance Radio Kontrol Society BARKS club has very active years number local community club-oriented events BARKS early participant full-scale activities over above common airshows actively participated annual balloon festival Burlington Airport operating service stand putting flying display several occasions ran long lines through chance fly model using buddy-box system club hosts annual swap shop several sanctioned events next year will hold Charity Fly-In latter will Burlington Airport Authority date 22 April Recently club held display Holly Hill Mall showing wide range models engine display model construction demonstration very important ingredient success display complete support Cindy Hatzisavvas Holly Hill Mall Director marketing instrumental supplying TV VCR show Herb Duff BARKS member mall display coordinator supplied information photo showing some display area Resort Update Several months ago photo column gull along suggestion might consider taking sailplane along visit planned Outer Banks North Carolina place opportunity fly area Dare County Radio Control Club has very nice site west Manteo US 64 across Croatan Sound through Manns Harbor south US 264 Go south short distance watch Landfill/Firearms Range right Turn Range proceed through Range area passing slowly between firing pits Range buildings Out courtesy please contact Dewey Mann Box 493 Wanchese NC 27981-8903 before going out field h 1995 167 BARKS mall exhibit Alabama / Flonda / Georgia / Mississippi Puerto Rico / South Carolina / Tennessee Jim McNeiII Vice President 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 205322-2127 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bonioszewicz 3626 Rancymeed Rd Orlando FL 32806 Ron Chldgey 3713 Pomyarre Pensacela FL 32514 Wilhalmina Chihaso 2826 Arber Place Kneoville TN 37517 Linda Cosiep 9636 Elm Way Tampa FL 33835 James M Edwards see Mimosa Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 363 Briarmeod #157 Meridian MS 39305 Richard Jackson 2118 Thorrrlee Or. N Charleoten SC 26405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 236 Phone City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venotia Road Mobile AL 36606 Dr John MartIn 2185 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Pueblo Paso Anfliston AL 36206 Dick Patton 156 Palm Grove Blvd Panama City Beach FL32408 George Perryman 3644 Lake Smyma GA 30083 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Gumming GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37355 Praqoency Coordinator Bornis Plaids Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlanben FL 32148 Phone 904604-2517 Council meeting 3 weeks ago Muncie Indiana Let tell what happened voted Mention made AMA 50 1-C3 Organization Feds concerned financial report Dave Brown outlined new Visa credit card offering members via First USA Bank time card used contribution made AMA motion made accept offer voted YES Motion passed motion made establish Steering Committee new Information System regarding software hardware computer equipment voted YES Steering Committee Finance Committee Chairman Ed McCollough Chief Fiduciary Dave Brown both discussed forthcoming budget new 1995 budget offered approval voted YES Passed motion made allowed pay out funds new Visalia California property came separate General Funds Income Funds raised separately exclusive purpose looked OK voted YES Passed certain special racing RC events around Country risk increasingly high particularly models over 25 pounds special racing promoters enthusiasts apply AMA insurance cover hazardous event insurance coverage settled advance motion made require certain Racing Contests provide additional $1 OOOrOOO snsurance some select cases voted YES motion just outlined Passed Ed McCollough moved NATIONAL COMPETITION FUN-FLY ASSOCIATION accepted Special Interest Group voted YES Passed Eds always right everything farr fact Irve never known Ed wrong about anything yetr motion looks pretty safe motion made increase size type used AMA News Officer columns size 8 size 9 voted YES Passed 1995 NATS locations put forward resolved follows Lawrenceville Illinois date July 8-16 RC PATTERN RC PYLON Tn-Cities Washington State July 8-16 RC FFr CL SCALE CONTROL LINE INDOOR Muncie Indiana Free Flight Soaring Helicopter July 8-16 locations put vote voted YES Mention made encourage associated Special Interest Groups conduct related event motion made create special separate division AMA enshrouding Museum see funds specifically donated museum used museum purposes voted NO because its vagueness obscurity Failed TRAGEDY District V great loss revered Frequency Coordinator Burnis Fields has passed away 3 days ago Sunday Burnie respected EVERYBODY public servant provided AMA Club equipment expertise track down frequency intruders keep radio lanes clean suffered triple bypass strong enough overcome post-operative procedures Goodbye Burnie well miss Burnie Fields good friend Fred Mulholland Tampa Florida has instrumental helping organize new SEAPLANE SITE Dover Florida fly Seaplanes day long Site Located Hillsburough County property Florida Float Flyers RC Model Aircraft Club open holders valid AMA license Pictured above some important Florida Float Flyers L-R John Curtiss Fred Beeson Bill Peterson Fred Mulbolland fat plane middle numbers Freds Berkeley Custom Privateer 912 ft wing spread new club has 12 square deck 6launching ramp received important letter Jeff Hamilton Bristol Tennessee Jeff writes would like voice concern over future NATS particularly over future Scale Competition Jeff AMA officials equally concerned Scale Competition NATS peace happiness Scale builders think more AMA beginning encourage various Special Interest Groups host judge own AMA recognized NATS year Indoor Free Flight has done successfully several years year Scale events will Tri-Cities Washington various Special Interest Groups will contacted encouraged help judge andso-forth David Burns Sylvester Georgia writes am 15 years old have modeling earnest year now know would am today support encouragement experienced modelers enjoy benefit reading District VP Columns appreciate supporting Whats big deal about using 10 168 pages keep modelers informed what happening around United States also want thank publishing voting record column Keep up good work PS malicious comments being thrown AMAs Webster English have found no such discrepancies find Model Aviation enjoyable reading Orestes Perdomo Miami Florida writes few days ago few us modelers traveled Miami San Jose Costa Rica participate 12th International Tournament Ill see around Thanks nice letter Orestes heres couple snaps Costa Rica blast Pictured above L-R Frank Reyes Franks wife Charlie Paz Miriam Perdomo Orestes Perdomo Jose Trayiezo Joses wife Salvador Miralles snap Perdomos wife airplane airplane ajet something L-39 Albatros ladys name Miriam Both very attractive Orestes Model Aviation nois 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 Ace 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 Benseneille IL 60106 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedtord IN 47421 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Bill Zimmer 506 Walnut PO Bos 72 yarns IL 61375 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 30th St Higginseille MO 64037 Home 616 584-2461 Work 616 564-7121 Faa 816 564-7761 last column time read new Vice President will helm District VI Ill have completed ten years representative Executive Council am returning being average sport flier used As Ive said earlier columns its easy task step down its time fresh ideas district Actually Im reassuring myself Ive done right thing havent heard now new VP Charlie Bauer Charlie Norridge IL very much hobby Needless say Im sure hell tell about himself next column Id like say guy eats sleeps model aviation enjoys FF CL RC loves Scale Hes guy competes fun could care less wins Its participation counts Hes also sport flier what hes told Unfortunately Ive always seen him contests except Muncie fly-ins Ill have take word will say have yet find anyone does like Charlie think says wish Charlie best challenge representative AMA has work cut out him Please nice him little After hes fair game want thank districts officers have worked little no input several years continue work keeping sleeping dogs quiet Im grateful district blessed have some very good officers sure made job lot easier hope theyll decide stay around awhile Changes leadership often bring changes lower ranks Quite often its good time folks bail out gracefully know its important happen new VP does need desperate struggle replace officers first thing past Ive asked use AVPs much possible out reason Its very difficult VPs visit everyone As know Ive mentioned column several times AVPs fill gaps dont use could lose VP going have AVP no need Right now District VI AVPs placed fairly well suspect lot called help visits input AMA etc Because feel needed may opt drop out Folks would hate see happen dont know Charlie plans travel cant drive area visit may opt fly commercially Thats expensive limits visits can make Making use AVPs will crucial Invite AVPs functions want thank newsletter editors have continually kept mailing lists Ive used newsletters keep up whats going district Ive able see ups downs clubs through bits news received month Thank goodness ups far outweigh downs Clubs thankful have editors Being newsletter editor timeconsuming thankless Doing newsletter labor love Weve got some dandies out too Lets forget Newsletter editors please change mailing lists include Charlie instead Hell need right away can start planning trips getting feel Kentucky clubs should see Im listed AVP future issues column send copy newsletter well Im AVP Id like know whats going part district still plan traveling some Im appointed AVP may come way Thanks have sent photos throughout years Ive enjoyed very much glad have column never very good about carrying camera events Charlie going need photos just much did send him Ive already told him can expect fact looked last three sets photos have sent decided put months column Charlie can have Thanks have given taxi service made visits went out way make feel welcomed club events gave input issues have worked hearts out clubs know forgot should have know number hundreds Thanks whove allowed serve representative District VI Its valuable experience wasnt good Ive privilege meeting lot nice folks hope have satisfied expectations Goodness knows Ive tried Lastly Id like thank AMA HQ staff helping out time needed always patient managed fill needs brand new jobs Theyre good folks Before go Id like tell about last trips VP first weekend November found Corydon Indiana Southern Indiana R/C Modelers first annual swap shop Since go way out boonies get swap shop expecting see small group show up first-time event Boy wrong So planners event advertising paid off big way werent nearly enough tables lot activities ended up outside parking lot bustled about much trading activity official swap shop area Wow what startGoing event gave opportunity see some fellas have made job representative enjoyable clubs region represented well-known yours truly wonderful time say least Hopefully going yearly affair can depend know Im myself think Ill take own goodies next time Hmm say have yet Its hard give up ownju n treasures Have noticed print column has increased size Well should time write Thats because must us getting mellower years lives cant see well used Ihate admit have wear glasses close viewing anymore myself Anyway have larger print means dont get words column fact think heard print size change going mean about twenty percent reduction columns written text Although thats great columnist hates write column month its terrible us used heck out columns Alas get older some sacrifices have made ever neck woods want drop feel free Just call advance can Id hate miss ya Burgin hard find travelers never ceased amaze know Shakertown central Kentucky Well Burgin just five miles south Shakertown Come see Ill sign off last. Enough now ch 1995 169 Iowa Michigan / Minnesota / Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd 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 Madicon WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Leroy Satterlee 1805 Lark Lane Waterloo IA 50701-3638 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators Weat Bob Stain 3116 Boyce Drive Rhinelander WI 54501 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 first snowfall winter arrived today usual mess trying get around noticed several newsletters sketches ideas swopping wheels skis finally winter flying season clubs have special events traditional happenings New Years Day some fly New Year ritual hold some style club social evening get together awards installation new officers hope used opportunity remember flying buddies have left us Gone Hying Forever have left us memories helped us enjoy modelling time last year have several good friends remember Mogs Franklin immigrated did worked Orbit Airtronics Kraft announcer Tournament Champions Michigan lost Glen Warwashana noted time supplied stick-on ID labels tables first swop meet. rented tables still arrive remnants Big H Maselles member clubs committees too many district can bring mind annual gatherings modelers makes ideal opportunity raise glasses make toast memory change contest coordination control line few years ago could get volunteer service handled AMA HQ partly experiment mainly necessity January 1995 contest coordination control line will Marc Warwashana hope have volunteer free flight events too Stay tuned have total eighteen clubs have attained Gold level Club Leader program have bad banner designed batch made present clubs size suitable use field mail/static events low cost will also available other clubs nominal charge AMA Supplies Service Wait until get hand post photo reasoning award help clubs get reeognition participation expounding aeromodelling bobby Once again district has first have no doubt others will follow did district patches AMA Computer BBS working well shall online soon have club member willing enroll club spokesman can sofree agreed EC meeting have free access AMA Chartered Club get online have AMA fingertips past year several monthly columns written AVPs meant local news read saw references newsletters suggesting items sent local AVP coming year intend continue idea News Iowa Duluth lion River other areas will interesting may get travel also time examine involvement officers look replacements needed position being District Officer can time-consuming pay low does give incentives visit clubs farther away normal radius travel encourage AVPs get distant clubs areas take advantage events Let local AVP know what club has 1995 will probably able attend show AMAs flag local clubs have long acquainted Pontiac Miniature Aircraft Club have new field use year copy letter AMA HQ sent Everett Clack forwarded check $500 help completion Muncie Hying Site very generous contribution must congratulate PMAC presenting 1994 election results show three new Executive Council members seated John Grigg past president brings back lot experience help EC decisions means Joe Beshar will leave able get activity flying Sporty Jim Sears leaving complete build RV6 Charlie Bauer will representative district have multifaceted person oodles experience house full kits George Aldrich well-known big contribution control line must admit have never met him though invested few dollars pylon motors during years Gene Hempel has increasing workload will able get flying now hope keep him safety cotnmittee 4170 Model Aviation 4Lee Murray sent photo wife Bobbie taking care contest business Appleton Wisconsin Sheboygan Area Radio Kontrol Society SHARKS field use Good safety layout/protection pit area Photo Bob Stoneberg secretary SHARKS club pavilionI think guys out cornfield looking midair pieces Benzie area RC Club float-fly Platte Lake Duane Dennis Fred Stafford Doug McDonald Bob Stout Art Weber Milwaukee Circle Masters sent photo show teams action 94 Sussex Steam Engine Show u 1 u i auuujjjjjjjJ Arkansas Louisiana New Mexico Oklahnmal Teoas Hempel vine rresident 2517 Ridgemeade Dr Garland TX 75040-3275 Associate Vice Presidents Chuck Andraks 21 Juan Rd NE Albuquerque NM 87123-9553 Max Blase 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 Bill Stevens 1726 Ashford Hollow Houston TX 77077 Glenn Gresens 10224 Kenlee Drive Baton Rouge LA 70615 Bill Kimbro 2105 Wood Street Texarkana TX 75501 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207 Jim Trsw 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 75006 South Tim Ahrens 14824 Bear Creek Pass Austin TX 78737 will final column Thanks best wishes First would like thank voted past District VIII Vice President elections didnt vote Shame you have lost right gripe months column written DR Bliss Rogers Arkansas Mr Bliss indicated first attempt two local model clubs put Big Bird Fly-In Also learning experience involved run major event looking forward next report reads follows Beaver Lake Jumbo Squadron No 484 hosted Siloam Spring Modelers Benton County Flying Tigers presented first Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Airport Siloam Springs Arkansas June 25-26 Twenty-five registered IMAA fliers participated 54 aircraft Conditions clear bright warm 101n sun Saturday afternoon PA system started event Saturday 930 am National Anthem sky full RC models Midwest AT-6 kit raffle won Larry Perkins Lebanon Missouri Larry just entered brand-new Midwest AT-6 event making him proud owner two Giant Scale T-6s Sunday assembled spectators treated demonstration Pylon Racing Siloam Spring Flyers five 20size AT-6 aircraft making like crowded flight angry bumblebees striving lead Sunday little cooler Grant Wilson demonstrated what six-engine B36 sounded like dragging strip respectful pace Heavy metal represented Darrell Whitmire newly finished Byron Giant Hellcat Flying very well Bill Staggs showed us handle Fokker Triplane hard strip have lot room Bob Lamars T-33 Jet slightly faster David Hendon s Galveston-winning Byron AT-6 racer Howard Davidson tried wear out strip 1/3-scale Fly Babymost impressive Everyone such good time already planning Second Annual Big Birds Fly Smith Field See h 1995 171 Brain DeGidts Siloam Spring Modelers contest-winning Pica Spitfire Flight line Big Bird Fly-In Smith Field Siloam Springs Arkansas Al Timbes Fayetteville Arkansas Ozark Flyers Club Custom Cub RC trailer has same eagle decal Event Director Darnell Bud Bliss Rogers Arkansas Flying Tigers WW Junkers CL-i Al MacKenzie Bentonville Arkansas ST 2500-powered Citabria Pro minor ding event Gary Hall Rogers Arkansas viaFlying Tigers president Cecil Gray London England Gary took top honors inRogers Arkansas 10-foot G-62Aerobaticspowered Pawnee Phone 602 708-0222 CIS 70712 1676 Associate Vice Presidents Edward Aber-song 99-127 Ohiakee Street Aiea HI 96701 Howard Baldwin 4736 Quail Meadow Way Fair Oaks CA 95628 Darwin Barns 8445 E Hazelwood Scottsdale AZ 85251-1866 Glenn Carter 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Creek CA 94598 Gary Hover 16016 Avenue 288 Viaalia CA 93277 Kai P Jensen 535 East Moana Lane Reno NV 89502 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 B 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 916 362-1962 Eloy Marez 2626 W Northwood Santa Ana CA 92704 1994 AMA Elections December 2 1994 94 AMA election results reported accounting firm Brady Ware & Schoenfeld detailed report results can found elsewhere AMA News section magazine 10619 AMA Open Senior adult members participated balloting process submitting election ballots decision five district VP positions no national officer positions up election during balloting period 2774 District X members approximately 11% eligible voters participated years election District X Vice President 387% vote cast Clyde Bud Pannier VP candidate Salt Lake City Utah 590% myself incumbent now re-elected VP District X Less 1% vote cast write-in candidates deemed invalid accounting firm would like express sincere appreciation Bud Pannier accepting nomination willingness participate democratic process would also like congratulate him conducting significant campaign presenting meaningful issues consideration Buds views extremely insightful given large percentage vote cast favor can concluded members share views admittedly also concur viewpoints have brought forward issues working Executive Council Most notably endeavor towards regional flying sites ensuing impending acquisition Western Regional Flying Site Visalia California contentious issue concept redistricting am wholly favor reapportionment membership achieve equitable member representation Executive Council either through national redistricting assigning weighted proportionate vote district based upon number members district However am favor proposal simply split District Xs 25000 members two separate districts equitable means could devised create fair division Districts membership would leave unresolved significant disparities other districts honestly believe proposal split District X would best interest AMA general will nevertheless continue strive towards national reapportionment membership equitable representation EC As close books 1994 election its too soon start looking 1995 95 election will bring national selection office President Academy Model Aeronautics Through strategic planning process Academy has proposed bold new approach future vision take us twenty first century imperative have strong progressive enthusiastic president provide leadership see plan through fruition urge consider need participate organization help making careful meaningful selection As approach 60th anniversary 95 election AMA President arguably important election organizational history communication key element informing members issues infusing member involvement must continue seeking new ways making information available members presenting simple understandable manner distributing media accessible amenable recipient burgeoning information age brings multitude means mechanisms presenting information AMA now has nationally networked computer bulletin board virtually limitless possibilities forums interaction information exchange blossoming cable TV system soon available direct access interactive television about hobby channel how-to programs allow interactive Q&A video demand bring up instructional program incorporate club file 501c3 tax exempt status Ever thought Tournament Champions pay-for-view cockpit view unlimited RC racer right living room about teleconference District VP big screen TV during club meeting Wait minute big screen TV Maybe weve gone too far case possibilities virtually endless As approach new term office pledge look future continue advocating needs interests District X endeavor acquisition retention quality flying sites strive promotion furtherance model aviation possibly importantly instill members renewed confidence revived interest model aviation Academy Model Aeronautics key accomplishing goals help participation wish thank confidence support 1994 election look forward working coming term Till next time. em safe keepem flyn. Model Aviation Past President Keith Storey L ED Jerry Rouillard visit exchange ideas District X booth during 1994 Madera Unlimited Air Races Sept 29-Oct 2 Capital City Barnstormers Show Team Sacramento California stand review San Jose Reid Hiliview airport open house Sep 24 Members Las Vegas RC Club celebrate another hugely successful Tournament Champions Oct 27-30 annual chili cookout. Mmm.Mmm.Good Past District X VP Regg Keyawa wife Dorothy team up fly Telemaster RC parachutist Charlie Reid Hillview open house U] P 14 [ss SIM 1 Associate Vice Presidents Darrell Anderson 132 15th Ave NW Great Falls MT 59404 Al Culver Box 86 Wilder ID 83676 Jerry Holcomb 1010 NE 122nd Ave Vancouver WA 98684 Gil Horstman 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Tom McGowen 16131 Black Bear Dr Anchorage AK 99516 Bruce Nelson 807 E Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Sneer 781 Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 ChickYoung 7411 154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 145th NE Bellevue WA 98007 As know Executive Council voted split up Nats Dist XI gets Control Line Indoor Scale controversy surrounding cancellation Scale last years Nats hopefully can show Nats Scale indeed alive well likelihood will ever have Nats TnCities area nil full access Richland airport Its likely will ever have Nats up again unless site will hold events can locked year tn advance Just having local leaders tell will no problem getting sites isnt enough have written signed agreements will aspects worked out ahead time Otherwise no Nats Fred Wilson & Ted Ballin co-editors Bat Sheet newsletter Strat-O Bats recent issue Dan Tracy named very first SOB make World Champs team am late getting word out Dans achievement lo behold correction latest Bat Sheet turns out Len Lortz very first editor Bat Sheet 61 team Jim Walters made team 75 also ran picture circa 81 Grandfather Charles Tracy Dan Grandson Adam showing three generations Wakefield fliers Grandpa Charles Tracy 36 Wakefield Team Also BS small ad said Join NFFS Only way can Free Flight preserved NFFS National Free Flight Society Special Interest Group Free Flight Contact Chris Weinreich Pres SOBs editor NFFS Digest 905 W 5th Ave Olympia WA 98502 recent issue Northwest Soaring Society Roger Breedlove Editor told about awarding 94 Cliff Mink Service Award Barry Kurath Barry has President PASS club Director PASS newsletter editor PASS has Regional Director NWS several terms has given himself running organizations has instrumental bringing newcomers sport nominating speech Don Pesznecker PASS President said part have seen him action continuously witness Open Door approach novice veteran fliers alike willingness lend hand lend ear lend advice surpassed action Service commitment landmarks recognize contributions sport know Barry know everything Don said true lot lifes gentle persons Nature dealt Barry bad hand has hemophilia has never let nor anything else keep him being very special person No deserving award Barry Kurath As write beaded Holiday Season Ijust read some correspondence deals disagreement between two clubs have frequency sharing agreement has seemingly worked some years looks like fight process sigh dont understand adults involved hobby cant just work out differences go having fun As members Academy committed required working betterment hobby tearing apart Ho Ho Ho Merry Christmas Hi-Flyer Northcoast R/C Modelers Flying 2nd greatest thrill known man Landing First lot very special people district Among person deserves special recognition Claude Tanner Besides being vital part Boise Club years Claude nicest guys know Farragut Scalemasters Qualifier Claude flight difficulties P-47 Rather putting anyone anything risk Claude deliberately stuffed 47 outfield Most us same situation think saving aircraft Claude though considered larger picture fought A/C. Two very good friends Claude Tanner left Que Quigley right PLAT last June usual fine event As will again first weekend coming June Mary Wilbom Editor Umpqua Valley Modelers newsletter Flightline sent nice write-up some pictures event said Buddy Schwesinger Dave Bussen asked send ntay have taken photos Alicia Gonzalez helps CD John James draw pilot prizes Coy Drohman K-Falls Flightmasters Irvine 61 powered Schneider Sport Holding P-s 1 kit left hand eyed other contestants UNIV Pres Dave Bussen checks prize table make sure hes got exactly what wants before walks away h 1995 173