A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors AMA Headquarters April 11 1995 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT ASSETS Caah cash equivalents Receivables Invensary cast Prepaid insarnace Peepaid membership casts Prepaid eupeaves Feepaid taxes Tatal Cutreat Assess INVESTMENTS coat PROPERTY AND EQUIFMENT ut cant net af aentemuluted depreeialinn OTHER ASSETS RESTRICTED FUNDS Cash Dae fram uneesseicted funds LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accoantv payable Cutenot matatities mortgages notes payable aad capital lease obligatiaes Accaced evprnset Compesitioo fnods escrow Defeated membership venue Defeated royalties lattafuad payables Total Cararel Liabilities DEFERRED MEMBERSHIP REVENUE LONG-TERM LIABILITIES Moatfages aed eases payable vet cartent mataritirs Obligatian andet capital tease net catnent matatitsev Secatisy deposit Total Liabilities UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES Operatiaf fuad Desigeated Evecutive Couucil fat continfencies RESTRICTED FUNDS Fund balances $2086503$1871386 129903173955 11928499980 126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
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Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors 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482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
Page Numbers: 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139
A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors AMA Headquarters April 11 1995 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT ASSETS Caah cash equivalents Receivables Invensary cast Prepaid insarnace Peepaid membership casts Prepaid eupeaves Feepaid taxes Tatal Cutreat Assess INVESTMENTS coat PROPERTY AND EQUIFMENT ut cant net af aentemuluted depreeialinn OTHER ASSETS RESTRICTED FUNDS Cash Dae fram uneesseicted funds LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accoantv payable Cutenot matatities mortgages notes payable aad capital lease obligatiaes Accaced evprnset Compesitioo fnods escrow Defeated membership venue Defeated royalties lattafuad payables Total Cararel Liabilities DEFERRED MEMBERSHIP REVENUE LONG-TERM LIABILITIES Moatfages aed eases payable vet cartent mataritirs Obligatian andet capital tease net catnent matatitsev Secatisy deposit Total Liabilities UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES Operatiaf fuad Desigeated Evecutive Couucil fat continfencies RESTRICTED FUNDS Fund balances $2086503$1871386 129903173955 11928499980 126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors AMA Headquarters April 11 1995 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT ASSETS Caah cash equivalents Receivables Invensary cast Prepaid insarnace Peepaid membership casts Prepaid eupeaves Feepaid taxes Tatal Cutreat Assess INVESTMENTS coat PROPERTY AND EQUIFMENT ut cant net af aentemuluted depreeialinn OTHER ASSETS RESTRICTED FUNDS Cash Dae fram uneesseicted funds LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accoantv payable Cutenot matatities mortgages notes payable aad capital lease obligatiaes Accaced evprnset Compesitioo fnods escrow Defeated membership venue Defeated royalties lattafuad payables Total Cararel Liabilities DEFERRED MEMBERSHIP REVENUE LONG-TERM LIABILITIES Moatfages aed eases payable vet cartent mataritirs Obligatian andet capital tease net catnent matatitsev Secatisy deposit Total Liabilities UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES Operatiaf fuad Desigeated Evecutive Couucil fat continfencies RESTRICTED FUNDS Fund balances $2086503$1871386 129903173955 11928499980 126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors AMA Headquarters April 11 1995 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT ASSETS Caah cash equivalents Receivables Invensary cast Prepaid insarnace Peepaid membership casts Prepaid eupeaves Feepaid taxes Tatal Cutreat Assess INVESTMENTS coat PROPERTY AND EQUIFMENT ut cant net af aentemuluted depreeialinn OTHER ASSETS RESTRICTED FUNDS Cash Dae fram uneesseicted funds LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accoantv payable Cutenot matatities mortgages notes payable aad capital lease obligatiaes Accaced evprnset Compesitioo fnods escrow Defeated membership venue Defeated royalties lattafuad payables Total Cararel Liabilities DEFERRED MEMBERSHIP REVENUE LONG-TERM LIABILITIES Moatfages aed eases payable vet cartent mataritirs Obligatian andet capital tease net catnent matatitsev Secatisy deposit Total Liabilities UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES Operatiaf fuad Desigeated Evecutive Couucil fat continfencies RESTRICTED FUNDS Fund balances $2086503$1871386 129903173955 11928499980 126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors 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126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
Page Numbers: 125, 126, 127, 128, 129, 130, 131, 132, 133, 134, 135, 136, 137, 138, 139
A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors AMA Headquarters April 11 1995 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT ASSETS Caah cash equivalents Receivables Invensary cast Prepaid insarnace Peepaid membership casts Prepaid eupeaves Feepaid taxes Tatal Cutreat Assess INVESTMENTS coat PROPERTY AND EQUIFMENT ut cant net af aentemuluted depreeialinn OTHER ASSETS RESTRICTED FUNDS Cash Dae fram uneesseicted funds LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accoantv payable Cutenot matatities mortgages notes payable aad capital lease obligatiaes Accaced evprnset Compesitioo fnods escrow Defeated membership venue Defeated royalties lattafuad payables Total Cararel Liabilities DEFERRED MEMBERSHIP REVENUE LONG-TERM LIABILITIES Moatfages aed eases payable vet cartent mataritirs Obligatian andet capital tease net catnent matatitsev Secatisy deposit Total Liabilities UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES Operatiaf fuad Desigeated Evecutive Couucil fat continfencies RESTRICTED FUNDS Fund balances $2086503$1871386 129903173955 11928499980 126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors AMA Headquarters April 11 1995 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT ASSETS Caah cash equivalents Receivables Invensary cast Prepaid insarnace Peepaid membership casts Prepaid eupeaves Feepaid taxes Tatal Cutreat Assess INVESTMENTS coat PROPERTY AND EQUIFMENT ut cant net af aentemuluted depreeialinn OTHER ASSETS RESTRICTED FUNDS Cash Dae fram uneesseicted funds LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accoantv payable Cutenot matatities mortgages notes payable aad capital lease obligatiaes Accaced evprnset Compesitioo fnods escrow Defeated membership venue Defeated royalties lattafuad payables Total Cararel Liabilities DEFERRED MEMBERSHIP REVENUE LONG-TERM LIABILITIES Moatfages aed eases payable vet cartent mataritirs Obligatian andet capital tease net catnent matatitsev Secatisy deposit Total Liabilities UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES Operatiaf fuad Desigeated Evecutive Couucil fat continfencies RESTRICTED FUNDS Fund balances $2086503$1871386 129903173955 11928499980 126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors AMA Headquarters April 11 1995 UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT ASSETS Caah cash equivalents Receivables Invensary cast Prepaid insarnace Peepaid membership casts Prepaid eupeaves Feepaid taxes Tatal Cutreat Assess INVESTMENTS coat PROPERTY AND EQUIFMENT ut cant net af aentemuluted depreeialinn OTHER ASSETS RESTRICTED FUNDS Cash Dae fram uneesseicted funds LIABILITIES AND FUND BALANCES UNRESTRICTED FUNDS CURRENT LIABILITIES Accoantv payable Cutenot matatities mortgages notes payable aad capital lease obligatiaes Accaced evprnset Compesitioo fnods escrow Defeated membership venue Defeated royalties lattafuad payables Total Cararel Liabilities DEFERRED MEMBERSHIP REVENUE LONG-TERM LIABILITIES Moatfages aed eases payable vet cartent mataritirs Obligatian andet capital tease net catnent matatitsev Secatisy deposit Total Liabilities UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES Operatiaf fuad Desigeated Evecutive Couucil fat continfencies RESTRICTED FUNDS Fund balances $2086503$1871386 129903173955 11928499980 126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139
Edition: Model Aviation - 1995/08
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A Academy Model Aeronautics 5151 East Memorial Drive Muncie IN 47302 Weather time permitted some field work past week hand new Irvine Q-72 engine distributed Model Rectifier Corporation ALTECH manufactured Irvine England Some time ago reported Q-40 quiet engines 40 range have occasion operate engine easily met AMA recommendations doing exceeds present standard England areas Europe engine tested mid-SO dBA range nine feet new Q-72 engine quite similar appearance same red head same muffler design engine ABC design requires some break-in prior performing meaningful testing Break-in accomplished through series short runs cooling period between runs engine run lean side especially should very careful run rich cooldamage could result practice engine easily started usually single flip using chicken stick run engine gets point maintains good steady speed after relatively short period time Break-in further running done FAT no nitro fuel No difficulties encountered fuel runs APC 12 x 11 propeller rpm stabilized 10000 maximum lean position rather smoothest running occurred point engine operation sound level point 875 dBA rpm size engine/propeller combination should acceptable Testing will done full range propellers sizes 11 x 8 through 13 x 81 will report upcoming issue event looking very good quiet engine displacement range consider Irvine Q-72 Photo number Q-72 run up stand will attempt run some photographs some individuals responsible bringing some quiet mufflers mounts other accessories related program quieter operation month subjects Janell David von Linsowe dedicated people behind Performance Products Unlimited David early proponent vibration isolators engine mounting has done much way actual studies show effectiveness products markets under Vibra-Damp name Through checking operation using Continued page 126 AMA Elections Nominations Due Nominations offices AMA president Vice President Districts V LX due Headquarters Academy Model Aeronautics Friday July 7 1995 Any AMA Open member may submit nomination nominee must Leader Member Academy letter acceptance nominee must file AMA Headquarters Nats Headquarters July 21 1995 nominee must also submit resume professional qualifications model aviation expenence resume should include limited following 1 A statement regarding Leader Member status including date conferred 2 Background following areas may apply nominee a management experience b financial background c insurance employment br expertise d legal background e technical background including areas aeronautics electronics especially radio frequency propagation usage acoustics relates noise studies analysis other areas engineering 3 The nominees aeromodeling background must noted individual will required elected national office deal questions relative phases aeromodeling should have broad-based background order satisfy requirement No person may nominate himself/herself AMA office An incumbent must properly nominated have accepted placed ballot _ August 1995 125 Inside View Headquarters Howard Crispin Jr Webster says model representation generally miniature show structure serve copy something suppose could say definition fits activity some categoriesScale example Certainly inference creations miniature fits efforts although might question some behemoths created generally considered general public modeling pleasurable pastime practiced also considered safe fun activity receive letters time time predict great catastrophe due race bigger heavier faster models AIvIA constantly challenged promote activities exciting represent larger threat life limb event accident presents tug-of-war between activities interesting exciting responsibility maintain reasonable level safety members general public Back 70s challenged question Can put RC J-3 Piper Cub fly What truly represents outer limits model aircraft time response model aircraft machine incapable canying human beingobviously non-answer question have upper limits weight although weight part problem As may know kinetic energy calculated KE means energy varies linearly weight changed squared function velocity other words double weight double energy Doubling velocity increases energy four times Velocity culprit yet AIVIA has set no limits velocity have discussions lately concerning safety both AMA members foreign modeling associations am often confronted statement small fast models can injure easily big fast simply so! chance injury severity injury function kinetic energy system size device What dealing probabilities probability being hit hurt function size energy vehicle Applying principles flying activities means deal higherenergy systems must exercise greater care designing constructing operating models cannot continue follow accepted design guidelines used small models moving area professional expertise required properly design structure wont break airframe control system wont fail flight must also structure event flight operations flight failure will subject ourselves others increased danger injury Because failures occur must act responsibly Essentially must reduce probability failure minimum operate fashion greatly reduces probability someone being hurt failure occurs Up point have mentioned insurance Insurance needed since will never have completely safe flight operations AMA has two concerns First concerned about keeping hobby safe much fun possible Secondly concerned about claims injuries since drive up cost insurance coverage detracts funds spent insurance other worthy activities Perhaps important point can make regard discussion should aware ones own limitations model accordingly Dont take projects may beyond own abilities design construct operatethat includes use others may choose design construct aircraft important element model building flying machine has no mind its own creation responds operating skills alone responsible! Safety very difficult concept define usually matter opinion What may completely unsafe person acceptable another person Would consider radio-controlled full-scale P-5 safe enough operate model airplane course does draw line difficult question answer unfortunate character safety programs responsive other words accident happens something about try prevent happening again 4SoundlCrispin Continued page 125 accelerometers exhaust temperature has developed line isolation systems range engine available engines up through popular 12 cubic inch four-stroke engines used F3A Photo number two Janell David interfacing crowds Toledo David designer active flier partner business Janell takes up operation business Great partners good product Photo number three view latest isolation mount four-stroke engine Whether flying Pattern Scale other flying size engine should try means lowering in-flight sound levels may also surprised life radio systems airframe Performance Products also markets beam mounts Disc-Lock last item will keep throwing props STUDY United States Air Force released study 1976 has much data relating operation model aircraft engines especially larger displacements study purpose reducing engine noise related aural detection aircraft two engines used study rotary combustion engine 248 cubic inches displacement referred throughout study RC engine other twin-cylinder twostroke engine 38 cubic inches referred piston engine Both operated 22 x 8 wood propeller comparable speeds RC engine operated gasoline piston engine glow fuel number points made study pertinent operations month would like start end provide conclusions Later columns will contain reports testing engines food thought until next report conclusions a The predominant noise source unmuffled condition exhaust piston engine generated approximately 6 dB acoustic energy did rotary combustion engineb exhaust noise muffled predominant noise source propeller Note no testing listed show other propeller design c The best muffler designs reduced sound levels higher engine firing frequencies 14 30 dB d The propeller shroud used study increased sound pressure blade passage frequency its harmonics 7-24 dB e The sound pressure levels reaching ground reduced exhaust directed away engines muffled overall reductions 7 dB can expected whereas no 3 dB reductions result muffled engines f The RC piston engines best mufflers attached can operated undetected above 2500 feet altitude near urban background noise environment within range engine speeds tested g If engine speeds exceed 4500 rpm arid background noise environment aircraft will detected 2500 feet altitude h The engines will detected 2500 feet countryside background lowest engine power setting investigated 4500 rpm i Reduction propeller blade passage noise levels required reduce aural detection altitude 2500 feet country-side background noise environment Model Aviation IS MODEL PLANE fyu nc 4871 Trudy Lane Hamilton OH 45013 Statement received auditors 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126435150790 146972147941 34696374h4 37Mb 26003092491 4b2 221496b2495919 60126765903505 ..4b43115228 $10973492$10914517 5101444$55929 115495188289 $219939$194109 18541855 $91157$141303 92000 0 73309 169943 5077531837 33235593340516 50000 115495130280 37962922888288 242 3M172808 9772601423509 11025127579 8872171461098 50361735542496 18973091332021 3900~ 28222885272021 $10973482$10914517 $216939$194100 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1q94 REVENUE Membeaship Cortibotioss Moserm pastor pragram Clab charter feet Eveotsaactiont aed asurance Sapply sooverit sales Model Aviatiaa advertising Model Aviatior tubsotiptious EXFENSES Opataliag evyarses4126352 Model Avixtioa magacine dimot casts1602027 Oryply aed soarrair costs 5 Depeeciatios aud amortiratira 193100 Ofhcerseavices ecladiag magaeiaes 155567 Committees 2 Natioaal Champianship corsets 93 EXCESS 9DEFICIENCVI OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES FROM OFERATIONS 482800 OTHER REVENUE EXFENSES latneest income185912 Decenshee 31 1994 UsesentnietedRestrictedTatni FundsFundsFundsPercent $5629960$5629966941% 250062590604 25931259302 921748217412 325303205805 758697596811 734409734408110 974129741215 8880151228098088217j388 4126352 1602027 32795 193106 155567 22332 36093 8608222 617 239 05 29 23 03 88 822 2200622028278 19591228 Crop ocome Rental norma art Fandraisiagmoenue Miscellaneous income Intecest expense Faansing erpeam Loss oa sale insets Fandeaisinf erperve GasMated basinoss income tar Musorm expenses Scholarships Bulletin hraad erperse EXCESS DEFICIENCY OF REVENUE OVER EXPENSES UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES BEDINNINO OF YEAR FUND TRANSFERS AND APPROPRIATIONS UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCES END OF YEAR OPERATING ACTIVITIES Evoess deficiency af eaverac orerenpenses Adjustments reconcile art cash pmvided rand opecatirut Depeeciatioe aed amoetirasion Lass dispesals eqaipmeat 1317613176 2531720317 h1146114 110954110954 24407124007 11066241109624 1719317193 4531945319 -236091236081 26 94619288482 88812123609506212 5858 12 02 04 01 02 04 16 03 07 03 1815 18 230959911989% 52720211941095466138 828224220524______ 02821308521693956054249 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC STATEMENTS OF CASH PLOWS YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31 1994 December31 1994 GuenstrictedResnirsedTotal FurdsFendsFuads $58591212309$599119 193109193109 109624188824 8055422309997949 44201 44201 9499 9499 (822419224 (46683 93 18918 19918 4659946598 50809 50000 888282 1903) _2206822228 CHANGES IN OFERATING ASSETS AND LIABILITIES Receivables Inventoty Frepaid erpeases astd saves Accoants payable aud acomed arpeases Campetitioa fonds escrow Defeated membeaship revenue Defeated ecyalsirs Depesiss Net Cmh Peovided Used Opeextiug Activities INVESTING ACTIVITIES Purchase paxperty equipment Peoceeds sale peopeny equipment Interfund receivables Interfund payables Fund seausfeas Withdesmals feom depesits invettttteut accounts Security depesit received Net Cash Provided Used Investing Activities FINANCING ACTIVITIES Payments ar loagtetm liabilities Payments capital lame obligotixas Net Curb Used Firauciag Activities NET INCREASE DECREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS Beginning year End year SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION Interest paid Income tarot paid Equipment acqcisitiars fluonced theoufh capital base abligutiont 052 823 424092424002 4900049000 2279522785 2279522705 20524328530 291753281753 136519582288932001 561943 19 295 561843 591 129 13517745615190792 1871288259281927215 $2096563$101444$2109007 $99926$99926 $65728$65729 $129757$129757 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC SCHEDULE OF REVENUE EXPENSES AND CHANGES IN RESTRICTED FUND BALANCES YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 311994 Enceta Deficiency Fund Rulunees Appeuptntinnn Fund Butunem ul Revenue OnerBefinnintnnd FundEnd Revenue EnpeusmEnpensenuP YearTrnunfeenuP Year Museum Patronage Fard$1303$$1303 $194S$1497 RubberPamerpaud.2121621216 Natioral Air Youth Fund.-700057g8g Legal Defeuse Furd.20002088 Muncie Fund21978-218783926961147 Site Developmeas Fund.5557555575 Mematiul Funds22222208820 8751288822822428214 $20906$23600$2306$194109$20524$216939 August1995 127 Dave Brown AMA Executive VP Audited Financial Statement 1994 THE ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS INC BALANCE SHEETS DECEMBER 311994 AND 1993 ASSETS 19942855 Its amazing fast quarterly meetings Executive Council come around have write up column April meeting Executive Council held Radisson Hotel Visalia California Visalia prosperous fastgrowing little city just south Fresno east side Californias great central valley Visalia also proposed location first regional flying site approved AMA Executive Council July 1994 BC voted purchase 260 acres verdant valley acreage development flying site serve needs central California might also serve prototype development other regional sites across country remaining obstacle AMAs purchase Visalia property approval Environmental Impact Report required State California Since Visalia property does contain areas potential environmental sensitivity BIR has taken considerable time review Final word sites suitability modeling expected until June July April perfect time Council meet Visalia take look property After months heavy rains would easy identify problems seasonal wetlands apparent also chance individual Council members see first-hand piece land has attracted much attention prompted much discussion past three years EC visit Visalia Site inspection however number important items agenda day half meetings started Friday 21st finished up Saturday afternoon Friday morning session commenced President Don Lowes report recent travels behalf Academy early March Don traveled Canada attend general session AMAs Canadian counterpart Model Aeronautics Association Canada MAAC late March attended Federation Aemnautique Jintemationale FM modeling subcommittee meetings Paris followed up trip Germany Don concluded report recommendation AIVIA continue seek involvement other National modeling organizations announcement does intend seek another term AMA president years upcoming elections Executive Vice Presidents report Dave Brown presented AMAs financial audit fiscal 1994 Dave reported years audit completed earliest date ever independent audit firm Brady Ware Shoenfeld have given AMA clean bill financial health 94 details pg 127 What audit also revealed significant savings AMA operating expenses over previous two years savings attributable relocating AMA headquarters Muncie Contest board chairpersons will invited attend November Executive Council meeting Muncie Council hopes facilitate communication contest boards offering cover travel hotel expenses meeting contest board representatives will responsible own meals Executive Directors report stressed increased stability Headquarters operations staff recommendation suspend feasibility study revised annual membership anniversary system Comments chartered clubs have running heavily against such concept number higher priority items handle short term Property Acquisition Development Committee PADCOM reported years planned construction Muncie Flying Site scheduled begin May should completed within month June will provide new venue both pattern pylon events National Site Additional control line facilities also being constructed PADCOM recommended gained approval Howard Crispin request $2000 allocation flying Site Assistance Funds allocated funds will benefit Saunders Farm flying site Cuckoo Virginia Bylaws Committee presented passed motion specifying newly elected District Vice President will responsible writing column March issue Model Aviation magazine Previously some ambiguity regarding just previous VP would turn over responsibility incoming officer motion proposing elimination officer columns Model Aviation defeated Resource Development Committee reported completed Case Statement describing AMA fundraising effort now being published AMA Headquarters New members committee have named EC approved allocation $5000 fund committees travel meeting expenses remainder 1995 An Insurance Committee motion asked AMA set aside trust fund cover $250000 SIR feature Academys member liability policy motion passed easily however following motion tabled until next BC meeting July motion would have required insurance committee specify liability limits special events National Site case-by-case basis motion revive dormant Industry Associate program also tabled until July meeting existing program would allow AMA reach new member prospects through large Associate members generally felt cost program too expensive benefit smaller hobby shop operators Academy staff directed reconfigure program bring back consideration July Under New Business BC approved headquarters motion create Youth Education fund fund will provide money helping chartered clubs develop implement aeromodeling courses conjunction educational institutions community agencies Beginning 1996 fund will supported allocation four cents per Open paid AMA membership John Grigg VP District II voted years Chairman AMA Nominating Committee Nominating Committee meets once year July BC meeting select qualified candidates placed ballot candidates chosen pool nominees submitted prior meeting District VI Vice President Charlie Bauer presented motion streamline proceedings Council allow BC members time study items brought before motion won approval will require new agenda items must supported documentation presented time motion placed agenda normally thirty days advance meeting increasing work load handled AMAs Associate Vice Presidents number larger Districts have found need additional AVP slots Rich Hansons agenda item brought attention developing problem request joined John Grigg District II Jim McNeill District V same motion three Districts granted additional AVPs District X increased three District II two District V gained additional AVP position request AMA s Headquarters staff BC reviewed membership application member earlier resigned Academy Council voted deny membership under Article V Section 3 AMA Bylaws final item AMA business date change next meeting meeting previously set July 29-30 Muncie new date moved ahead full week weekend July 22-23 shortage hotel rooms Muncie area original dates forced change 4128 Model Aviation ecticut / Maine / Massachusetts / New Hampshire Rhode Island / Vermont Don Kraftt Vice President P0 Box 1828 Duxbury MA 02331-1828 617 934-6248 Associate Vice Presidents James M Semonian 166 Allen 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 Harry S Newman 36 Sherwood Drive Hooksett NH 031 06-1 077 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 Prequency Coordinator George WIlson 82 Frazier Way Marstons Mills MA 02648-1866 DISTRICT MEETING AND FUNFLY First note DATE CHANGE now August 12-13 1995 weather should horrible dates cannot held will following weekend August 19-20 plan have four events separate end event awards will presented no requirement fly events receive award Also plan have event children probably mass launch rubber-powered models under 18 know fly plan have taxi event point schedule has finalized because know much merchandise will have hand out first three events planned rely luck rather skill use trainer-type aircraft fourth event will rely skill object whole exercise have fun weekend hopefully have fair amount merchandise give out SEE THE DISPLAY AD BELOW FOR MORE INFORMATION joined together present excellent show April 8-9 1995 Clubs involved BERKSHIRE RC FLYING CLUB HOOSIC FALLS AEROMODELERS SOUTHERN BERKSHIRE RC FLYERS TUNNEL CITY RC CLUB lot time work expended make show success thanks involved promotion model aviation public Also thanks ADAMS CO-OP BANK donated trophies awarded hobby shops donated raffle prizes Thanks Lynn Moore wrote information Tom Mosca provided some pictures st 1995 129 Hard working Al Marchand trophies awarded Al spent weekend selling raffle tickets addition other work did few aircraft displayed nearly types shown workmanship very good Joe Sorrentino Don Krafft awarding trophy Junior modelers Tom Mosca 8-17 display Considerable memorabilia some provided local people An outstanding display Another younger modelers receiving award Larry Bussiere Sukhoi aircraft Verda Gilman Craft-Aire received trophies Best Show BERKSHIRE MALL SHOW Four clubs Butterfly unflown date Peoples Choice first Scale mm] s EIE1 4 ie] h m New Jersey New York/ Europe John Grigg Vice President 6387 Badger Dr Lockport NY 14094-5947 Eve 716 434-3955 Associate Vice Presidents Zip codes outline area represeoted Dens Beboock 445 Stockton Street Hightstvwn NJ 0e020-4501 [zip codesess 888 088 eaj Tom Brown 82 FW PSC 9 Boa 2130 APO AC 09123 [zip codes Europe APO & FPO[ Wee Ge Cos 80 Riverside Drive Basking Ridge NJ 079201308 [zip codes 070-078 078079] Vines Jaileno l8Shanrook Road Rook0 Point NY 11778 [zip codes 117-119] Wok Decry 922 Franklin 9oolevard Aboecon NJ 08201 -2717 [zip codes090 082 083] Roy Juechicus 7 Evergreev Avevae New Hyde Park NY 110403914 [zipoodes090091100-104106107110-118] George 808011 Maple Lane Hyde Park NY 12838 [zip codes108108-109 124-127] Adorn Settler 41 Peny Avenue Latham NY 12110-2433 [zip codes 128-123128129133-138] Dove Metheweon Boa 613 Carnillas NY 13031 [zip codes138-132137-139148149] AVP position open [zip codes077 & 087 Frequency Coordinotor Lon Seuter 3092 RabbO Lane Phoenia NY 13138-8507 315 698-2448 Such busy month No time amenities life such practice sport flying Ah pleasures being AMA officer Between working living attending Executive Council meetings visiting clubs saying hello wife passing does get busy Still knew what getting feel pleased still breathing would normally give overview EC meeting issue However have sent District newsletter district clubs contains rather comprehensive report meeting will highlight just couple important happenings turn column over Vince Juliano report New York State Parks Association meeting attended us VISALIA California site April EC meeting first opportunity officers view site committed last year purchase site located about 7 miles NNW city presently occupied farm critters parcel LARGE should easily facilitate forms model activity except indoor viewed plan development suitably impressed Although dont see wisdom tying limited funding another large project until Muncie site finalized see Visalia site becoming Mecca West Coast flyers Vince Juliano letter following excerpted letter Vince wrote regarding recent New York State Parks Recreation Society convention attended representative District II AMA am paraphrasing Vince hope get message well got attendees show convention seemed uninterested AMA aeromodeling UNTIL Vince realized did want know ABOUT model aviation wanted know HOW model aviation could help programs Once got message things turned around people began listen Vince told program based Delta Dart supported few modelers local park area could keep youth busy hours days explained youngster program local clubs Eastern Long Island using gave suggestions might incorporated park activities bad video showing AMA movies drew little attention parks people However computerdriven flight simulator busy day day constant continuous crowds hovering around chance play gave Vince excellent opportunity advance case youth model aviation parks system promote marriage modeling parks system through youth Now comes hard part us hobby just own gratification key ingredient making work support cadre volunteers club has NY State Park nearby need follow through starting point get involved hobby promotion WE need find local people related parks system get attention volunteering help start youth model aviation program summer successful endeavor can count future support parks people Maybe assignment area flying within park certainly through publicity can help us achieve local media kinds media Beyond need move forward national level AMA institute similar program National Parks already have some inroads National system need expand effort assignment full-time person foster goals Vince have gone way beyond call duty program THANK YOU CLUB VISIT request local non-AMA club attended meetings explain insurance program manner could both understand evaluate against program presently aligned Im sure informative meeting learned fair amount about clubs leave AMA other pastures reason NOT insurance costs alone Hopefully can use what learned better represent District future EC meetings CLUB officers change time time because club contact man may live different ZIP code previous officer have possible conflict AVP club ZIP code idea OK prefer align counties will mean changing some AVPs since now have openings 3 appointments realignment should too traumatic new appointments changes will take effect 1 July cant print until September issue Pay particular attention header next issue Until next month THE RUNWAY IS CLEAR eeting Minutes Available complete copy approved minutes quarterly Executive Council meeting available AMA member request copy most-recently approved minutes will provided no charge Council meets quarterly minutes given meeting approved following meeting Additional copies minutes other meetings $5 shipping handling charge Requests may submitted AMA Administration telephone via fax writing Minutes recent Council meeting will also posted AMA bulletin board Aeromodelers Airway telephone requests dial 317 287-1256 extension 201 210 fax requests use 317 741-0057 $10 minimum credit card orders 130 Model Aviation ciate 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 S Idaho Street Allentown PA 181 03-8519 John Hathaway 102 Woodmere Drive New Stanton PA 15672-9449 Donald Klopp 370 West Valley Forge Road King Prussia PA 19406-1 881 Joseph S Vislay 1381 Cranbrook Drive PO Box 851 Maumee OH 43537-3062 Lawrence R Weimer 15613 Greendale Avenue Maple Heights OH 44137-3715 Mark Wilson 4913 Marcy Road Dayton OH 45449-2744 Frequency Coordinator John Cottle 1012 Wyoming Avenue Forty Fort PA 18704 Phone 717 287-8970 Academy focusing stronger refined educational program neophyte modeler As work together goal hoped benefits will achieved Several clubs individuals District Ill already display exceptional efforts involved near future Milk Money Jonathon Doctorick young modeler Monongahela Pennsylvania shows avid interest modeling following letter. thought might like see picture new King Kobra ld myself money earned photo double movie Milk Money filmed Pittsburgh lot fun doing dad built last year flew first time spring powered Webra Speed 61 tuned pipe. Jonathon fine young gentleman Look out him contest circuit near future Greater Pittsburgh ARCS Mall shows provide great avenue increase public awareness toward hobby following pictures show fine effort Pittsburgh ARCS Village Square Mall annual event organized Joe Pat Fife Clinton Model Aviators Swap shops provided activity throughout winter months Clinton Model Aviators held 8th Annual Static Swap Show Roberts Arena Over $1000 trophies prizes awarded Phil Von Ville Delaware Ohio won Best Show superb P-26A Peashooter Ardwin Studios Sabina Ohio provided following picture Two clubs within District III resounding success first attempt hosting swap meet Tn County Wingsnappers Although odds against Dennis Lipsett chaired committee produced first well-attended swap meet club AVP Nelson Gould reported over 500 modelers attendance Hamburg Field House static show Giant Scale included Model Aircraft Recreation Society Would go way Mars swap meet Mars Pennsylvania is. Approximately 600 modelers made effort make MARS club effort success Thanks Fred Segal committee enthusiastically producing show Flight Box Stan Miller Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club offered picture flight box following description pie field box would believe owner would receive clubs prestigious Broken Prop Award converting ladies traveling case say its because used old Jockey short elastic hold few tools place see Im really heavy conservation recycling etc IS NOT because Im cheap August1995 131 Dallas Hartford demonstrates building techniques Jim Perrine RC Flight Simulator smiling faces belong Fred Segal-MARS Swap Meet Director AVP John Hathaway MARS president Bill Schurle Best Show 1995 CMA Phil Von yule Jonathan Doctorick paid King Kobra Milk Money new use used elastic Jockey shorts 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 19809-1719 Richard Dick Smith 761 Gwynne Avenue Waynesboro VA 22980-3346 Frequency Coordinator Paul Yacobucci 6408 Winthrop Drive Fayetteville NO 28311-1007 Phone Evening 919 488-5986 FLYING SITES flying site recently lost Maryland unfortunate thing about situation created problem particular case mentioned some time ago thought problem resolved proved case after field gone particular situation example what occurs strife between members club especially very serious nature minority parties decide fight club through local authorities result can predicted officials get tired after extended time apparently no resolution exists answer ban operations site end result club looks another place fly ones driving matter total losers since certainly would welcome new site Some members moved another club earlier date also avoid hassle Clubs expect have certain rights have operation contract individual civil entity problems arise within club should clear-cut methods handle situation best thing club have effective bylaws order manage situation arises best course probably let site owners have copy bylaws can aware intend handle individuals operating manner lacks fundamental courtesy following rules especially relating safety Losing site due conditions beyond control thing Losing site due actions individuals once considered part club quite another matter other related matters couple other sites danger due advancing expansion progress ding nears site can hope ample time obtain new site prior eviction present field some areas easy also means site moves further away members Work diligently hold what have take whatever steps necessary comply changes restrictions regard operation FREE FLIGHT first major free flight contest year held Saunders Farm sponsored Capital Area Antique Modelers Association Unfortunately rain appeared second day somewhat spoiled what started out outstanding weekend turnout event probably best ever lot thermal activity very little wind definition Direction drift quite random few flights ended up rough turnout evidence steady growth event number young people out first experience local area also good thing site also soaring meet scheduled site site continuously being improved volunteers clubs go help clear stumps brush strip through center much improved next month should see rough growth removed area typical pool-table-flat terrain typical rolling Piedmont territory has no problem seeing across area being used free flight fliers along East Coast have tried Saunders Farm check schedule make next event Brainbusters also still host two meets Petersburg Airport also good part country Watch wake turbulence site also being used Mid Virginia Radio Control Club big Thank Performance Aviation cooperation site MORE HONORS privilege presenting another award week Executive Council January meeting voted change membership Lou Ward status Fellow Academy done recognize long dedicated service Lou provided over years Lou worked tasks within Academy through years both office downtown Washington entire time headquarters Reston Having reached time life permitting retire wishing move away family friends Lou remained area Headquarters moved Muncie Lou totally helpful person someone members felt could get information needed answer questions long period Academy knowledge things shared openly few others staff Except two now gone staff event Lou responsible National Newsletter until move made provided input other data members through work departments such museum library knowledge school programs other mate- rials past Lou responsible preparation Sound Model Aeronautics handbook after provided bundle notes writings drawings photographs made fit together Although retired Academy Lou idle now devotes much time other activities Chief among volunteer work another organization running same sort coverage bases accomplished Academy different sort flying objectdarts sport name Lou has earned recognition pleased able present award ACTIVITIES time swap shops auctions over activity moves outside time until early winter comes once land recent such event hosted Northern Virginia Radio Control Club last event usually largest Auction District down numbers year large number items moved off floor photo depicts activity auctioneers helpers highest-price item 1A-scale Piper J-3 Cuba really outstanding piece workmanship Model Aviation Action Auction MA Suggestion Line Have suggestion ~aboutthemagazine Let us know lflifl Model Aviation fl Suggestion Line phone 317 2884899 extension 223 Associate Vice Presidents Bob Bartoszewtcz 3626 Ranchmood Rd Orlando FL 33606 Ron Chidgey 3713 Pompano Dr Pensacola FL 32514 Wilbeimina Chthasa 2626 Arbor Place Knoovilie TN 37917 James M Edwards 800 Mimosa Dr Nem Albany MS 38652 Karl Hansel 383 Briarmood 6107 Meridian MS 39300 Richard Jackson 2116 Thornlen Dr N Charleston SC 29405 Chris Joiner 65 Lee Rd 238 Phenlo City AL 36867 Marion Lyons 2301 Venetia Road Mobile AL 36605 Dr John Martin 2180 Tigertail Ace Miami FL 33133 Tom Morris 327 Poeblo Pass Annision AL 38206 Linde OHearn 3415 Maze Ln Brandon FL 33511 Dick Patton 106 Palm Grace Blvd Panama City Beacb FL32d06 George Perrynran 3644 Lake Dr Smyrna GA 30062 Ward Van Dozer 5360 Pine Circle Cammin GA 30131 Lea Webster 1000 Sycamore Manchester TN 37365 Joseph Micalizzi HC 866 Boo 10397 Fajardo PoetIc Rico 00736 Frequency Coordinator Dorothy Fields Boo 1063 Strickland Rd Interlachen FL 32148 Phone 904 664-2017 have just Council Meeting Visaliar California town AMA process purchasing flying field AMA members part country part California everything grows lush blooming countryside looks like Southern Wisconsin summertime meeting chaired fine president represent District V let tell voted motion made invite chairpersons Contest Board AMArs Fall Council meeting AMA will pay transportation costs rooms meeting purpose invitation update Contest Board Chairpersons AMA activities goals voted yes AMA PADCOM committee has operating fund motion made allocate $2r000 fund expenses prepare land site Cuckoor Virginiar Free Flight site landowner has already furnished site voted yes motion made set aside $25 OrOOO AMA money trust fund insurance back-up purposes makes good sense voted yes complicated subject raised concerning up $lrOOOrOOO insurance package non-modeling activities Special event liability insurance being required third-party users limit liability determined case-by-case addition discretion Insurance Committee waivers might required sponsors participants subject reduced vote motion made table issue until next meeting voted yes Until year ago AMA Industry Associate Program wherein included Tower Hobby promotional piece AMA membership license mailings Currently 2 major Industry Associates anxious use mailing list sharing feature Mention made slightly declining membership might reconsider motion made reactivate Industry Associates program voted no because balancing potential hurt District V Hobby Shops against nebulous membership gain Motion failed motion made create fund help encourage AMA chartered clubs establish Youth Programs voted yes Motion passed motion made appoint John Grigg Chairman forthcoming Nominating Committee July Council Meeting voted yes Passed motion made require necessary information documentation agenda item order properly examine facts information item voted no motion passed anyway excellent idea theory voted no because have tried past unworkable Too much information surfaces last minute sometimes impossible present such late-breaking info last minute motion made add 3 Associate VPs District X 2 District II 1 District V voted yes Motion passed motion made deny certain member membership due misconduct voted yes Motion passed motion made remove Officer columns AMA magazine voted no Motion failed subject Visalia purchase plan program formulated raise funds help develop flying field program bust enough money raised get Chuck Yeager April 23 Airshow refund process begun advance entries Meet Buford Howard Sig MidStar 40 Bufordrs little plane went down woods near club flying field stayed 14 months went woods after day lost met family hostile savage rattlesnakes wanted know what doing yard Buford decided press issue politely left scene 14 months later some kind person returned ship flys good ever showed green trees immediately behind him Jacksonville field donrt remember classic picture important flyers recent South Ala RC Modelers FlyIn snap provided good friend Bill Haywood Foley Alabama Left right front rear Kelly Davis Michael Cline Jesse Keller unknown Rob Baker Jim Wolfe holding banner unknown unknown Mike Cline Jim Quint Brian Chase Earl Latham Al Ayers Walter Szachara Dean Dizon Deans son famous flyers came Florida Alabama Mississippi Louisiana elsewhere Bob Sowder Memphis Tennessee says has friend complains No ever sees anything about Memphis flying aspects District reports mag Bobs reply Write-ups printed because submitted Bobs right wrong Memphis Area Soaring Society recently held Turkey Shoot proof Bobs picture dont think Soaring Society would anything harm fine bird pictured pet Too magnificent shoot friend Bud McMillan tuning up SIG Morrisey Bravo plane flight ZT-38 * August1995 133 Illinois/Indiana / Kentucky / Missouri Charlie Bauer Vice President 4944 N Orange Ave Norndge IL 60656-3224 Home 706 457-0565 Work 312 567-5141 Faa 312 567-5067 E-Mail Internet SYSBAUER@MINNAACCIITEDU Associate Vice Presidents Illinois Deb & Scott Justice 156 S Frsnzen Bensenville IL 60106 John Kallend 402 Arizona Glenwood IL 60425 Eve 708 798-7242 Hal Parenti 1920 Buckiogham Westchester IL 60154 Eve 708 562-5752 Jerry Worden 400 Alden Dr Normal IL 61761-1202 Eve 309 454-3905 Indiana Ron Ballard 6302 N 700 E Decatur IN 46733 Eve 219 724-8934 Gary Bussell 5000 W Connie Dr Muncie IN 47304 Eve 317 288-3541 William Kern 1808 12th St Bedford IN 47421-3108 Eve 812 275-2189 Kentucky Jim Sears Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 606 748-5834 Missouri Cal Ettel 3 Castle Dr RR #2 Florissant MO 63034 Eve 314 831-5031 Dick Taylor 7929 Jefferson Kansas City MO 64114 Eve 816 333-9839 Frequency Coordinator Paul Holsten 616W 3Ofh St Higginaville MO 64037-1859 Day 417 862-6565 Eve 816 584-2481 Fax 417 866-6485 Visalia California Executive Council meeting busy time important action taken fund will created provide monies AMA chartered Clubs chapters youth programs programs developed implemented clubs/chapters conjunction educational institutions community agencies instruction youth aeromodeling monies placed fund shall obtained donations through general AMA revenue Beginning 1996 general revenue portion added fund year shall equal $04 per Open paid AMA member utilizing previous years membership numbers Youth Aviation Activity Fund future organization What club going Drop note Bob Underwood full details to apply grant Elk Grove Village Illinois Chicagoland Circle Cutters Open Slow Combat contest held April 23 Pictured top streamer cutters Left tight Bud Bodzioch 1st Bob Burch 2nd Bob Oge 3n1 Bob Steffens 4th Did first name have Bob enter second picture Bud receiving some donated items went along winning flu-st place Pictures courtesy Mal Fawley Grayslake Illinois great-looking Boeing F4B-2 Carl Abel Built plans January 1994 Model Aviation Saito 120 powered covered UltraCote Chicago Illinois oldest-known model airplane club United States IMAC Illinois Model Aero Club chartered January 1911 adjunct full-scale aircraft association known Aero Club Illinois chartered February 10 1910 fellows photograph founding members combined age group over 1170 years experience represented unbelievable club devoted aspects Free Flight district VP can found bottom row white Anyone wanting join prestigious club leam secrets keeping club going 84 years should contact Dan Kane president IMAC 5458 N Christiana Chicago IL 60625 Anderson Indiana Madison County RC Flyers held first Mall show several years Mounds Mall featured models sizes engine displays videos computer flying simulator display really brought out people planning expanded show held next year March 9-lOThe Madison County Radio Control Flyers meets second Tuesday month Anderson Municipal Airport club about 25 years old presently has about 84 members show featured front page Anderson Herald-Bulletin Pictures courtesy Al Canan Chairman Schiller Park Illinois years Hobby Day sponsored Bensenville Public Library AVPs Deb Scott Justice presented AMA Superior Service award former District VI VP Jim Sears Normal Illinois March 9 busy swap meet Central Illinois Radio Society Lots items traded hands Remember mans junk another mans treasure Model Aviation -1 U 1 L aujjj1jjJ Iowa Michigan Minnesota Wisconsin Peter Waters Vice President 7420 7 Mile Rd Northville MI 48167 Phone 810 486-4800 FAX 810 486-1603 Assistant Vice President Don Bentlield 1440W Minnehaha Avenue St Paul MN 55104 Phone 612 645-2984 PR/Insurance Coordinator Joseph M Hess 5394 English Drive Troy Ml 48098 Associate Vice Presidents Dave Gish 5435 State Hwy 99 Wapello IA 52653 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 Bill Millar 712 Grand Ave Petoskey Ml 49770 Carl Mohs 5024 Lake Mendota Drive Madison WI 53705 Mark E Robotti 26540 Olympic Trail North Lindatrom MN 55045 Mike Zingery 6496 5 Summerton Rd Shepherd Ml 48883-9308 Frequency Coordinators West Al Schwartz 2787 Fernwood Roseville MN 55113 East Bert Kelly PO Box 39001 Redford Ml 48239 now full swing outside flying activities have contests meets popping up everywhere district Reviewing newsletters have calendars activities local clubs geographical area its pleasing see covering activities Muncie National Flying Site well anticipate year will see tremendous increase visitor numbers site important meets planned hope get down several EV program hotting up may restrict travelling plans However hope officers try visit least once know Bud will travelling down annual visit Duluth can see distance much problem subject National Flying Site have comments restrictions use site members visit matter reality national Site has used much possible events help pay bills.which means weekends activities booking sites will prevent visiting members flying models welcome watch possibly help guess remote opportunity flying during weekdays highpercentage chance using site new Stage Center built will other sites available differing activities please patient am middle building AVID MKIV needed have information motors missed Toledo Symposium drove down Sun-N-Fun few days Boy great see Stealth Wing fly awesome Naturally some time AMA booth manned Jay Mealy daughter stitches literally also met quite few modelers some Michigan seems size planes does count its just being interested aviation thats important Anyway looks like shall have use Rotax 618 trike tn locality welcome look plane over last EC Meeting Visalia saw AVP Joe Hass attending place cannot remember last meeting could attend report Joe brought back showed acceptable Last month lost very very good flying buddy Bob Reed rare Characters make belonging clubs very pleasant Bob has left behind long lasting happy memories us very talented craftsman relishing WW models would occasionally provide likeness pilot model have 1/3 model such likeness wife turn away looking out onto room. few years ago best buddy Mike Fisher passed away picture two Old Fogies sitting alone twilight field smoking pipes keep bugs away sharing tales over bottle memory keep Good flying times st1995 135 Highway Adoption Lodi Area RIC Club County provides bags vests & sign Mike Wrick Mariano Alfafara working judges RCCD Scale Meet Photo Larry Bernier Lodi Area R/C Club involved Adopt-A-Highwayphoto shows Bob DeFever Ron Acker Bill Melvin & Maggie Green Cal Breunig Grant Nieting Ed Wucherer Charlie Schultz Leroy Brandt & Ford Green Photo Cal Breunig future aeromodeling being nurtured members Port Huron Tree Toppers local school Darrel Rohrbeck judging RCCD Scale Meet active club instructor Larry Bernier photo Arkansas / Losisiana / New Mexico / Oklahoma Texas George M Aldrich Vice P resident 12822 Tarrytown b San Antonio TX 78233 AMA Line 210 650-4707 FAX answers 6th ring away Associate Vice Presidents Max Biose 1001 N Betsy Waco TX 76706 817 662-5587 Sandy Frank 105 N Brazos St Weatherford TX 76086817 599-7131 Ervin Chick Frierson Box 188 Haskell TX 79521 817 864-3086 Marlin McGee 4433 NW 20th St Oklahoma City OK 73107 405 947-4518 Randy Randolph 4873 Pallon P1 Dallas TX 75227 214 381-7624 Jim Simpson 804 San Juan Del Rio Rio Rancho NM 87124 505 891-1336 Steve Staples 1300 Pine Valley Little Rock AR 72207501 664-1226 Charles Stevens 226 Delta St Pasadena TX 77506 713 473-4995 John VeIls 2502 Montgomery Box 2241 Laredo TX 78044 512 723-9018 Ward Watts 13415 Joor Rd Baton Rouge LA 70818504 261-5974 Frequency Coordinator North Joe DuMond 1830 Chevy Chase Carroliton TX 75006 214 578-1353 South Jim Reynolds 123 Madrid Universal City TX 78148210 658-6646 AMA Display Coordinator Karen Hopkins 5515 Bridgeton Avenue Arlington TX 76018817 467-9211 i rind newsletters am receiving District VIII clubs extremely interesting certainly convey picture increased activity throughout district recent columns mention has made AMA represents hobby/sport very distinguished image newsletters coming across desk perceive view concern editor concern about club presents itself local community responsible thinking Watching act speak ladies children present nothing good manners also might never know unknown visitor could get pretty bad impression people activity few club members have expressed concern about improper use alcohol flying site course referring alcohol used engines safety code spells out ground rules very clearlyno consuming alcoholic beverages BEFORE DURING flying other wordsdrink beer youre through flying day us asked lawsuit crazy world common sense tells us drinking flying can bring about repercussions drinking driving Memorial Day weekend will distinct pleasure make two awards Both awards will bit unusual number years San Antonio Propbusters have sponsored several fun-fly events local charity Elf Louise program San Antonio provides Christmas underprivileged children Propbusters AMA chartered club will receive AMA Award Service contributing thousands dollars Elf Louise program Because community service reclamation project offered piece land flying site Propbusters Club standing number line second presentation will AMA Award Appreciation Covel Gardens Recycling Disposal Facility fine people put paved landing strip assisted propbusters obtaining building permit pavilion loaned equipment build fine example responsible people can utilize AMA Chartered Club program its fullest extent EC has called meeting review Contest Board procedures function Scheduled last meeting 1995 October urge contact CB persons suggestions may have improvement Model Aviation 4Hanna Voungling looks though could get ride Dads Fw 19OAG Vounglings Oklahoma City fabulous Old-Timer Lowwinger Little Rock AR circa 1938 being restored Frank V Ehiing Museum fabulous Zero seen recent Scale Fly Lockhart TX Marshall Laird Cedar Park Hobby has some very enthusiastic young ladies have completed own CL trainers L R Sarah Odgers Laird Whitney Schuch kneeling Jamie Fox Jamie Fox Whitney Schuch Sarah Odgers share construction first models uoioraoo r.ansas reorasa North Dakota South Dakota Wyoming Russ Miller Vice President PO Box 128 Solon ND 58570 Days 701 445-3332 jEvenings 701220-3190 Associate Vice Presidents Max Hansen 1909 Wisconsin SW Huron SD 57350 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 Saline KS 67401 Jim Ricketts 4921 Fernwood Drive Sioux Falls SD 57103-5573 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 News Colorado Hi Russ wife enjoyed meeting wife came through Durango Colorado wanted drop line couple pictures beginning summer gave Russell Kennedy Ultra Sport 40 letting us fly place.and because wife such terrific people kit divided between three members Wally Mason built wing Ed Tune met built tail section Ted Twinting built fuselage After done Ed Lombard covered did beautiful job September picnic presented plane Russell checked out left battery about two hours until test flown Sadly resulted crash. now Im trying rebuild Hope talk again Bob Cullen PS club Dam Club Durango Aero Modelers large photo left right Ted Twinting youngest Chis Johnson Daryl Johnson Jim Applegate Wally Mason shooting video Russell Kennedy Ed Lombard hiding Ed Tune Joe Laventure Bob Cullen plus finished Ultra Sport 40 News Nebraska June 11th Genoa R/C Flyers Genoa Nebraska held 9th annual fun-fly total 41 pilots turning out event Lets start thanking pilots made event success also new faces Lincoln Sioux City Norfold Grand Island Chambers area havent seen before Hope good time Saturday before lot campers showed up after club field ready fly lot flying went until stop because dark fly Sunday came beautiful morning 1 oclock Old Mother Nature pilots 30 40 mph winds still few pilots brave enough fly flying done morning Despite afternoon wind everyone seemed have good time two pilots War Eage Squadron 281 Sioux City Iowa put great show war birds Dennis Richards big F7F twin smoke G62s put spectacular show also Ed Nagel big Hawker Hurricane also did great job member club Dave Bergman decided needed bigger flight box As can see license plate picture guy really thinks big Another person attended again year Jack Sibert Associate Vice President Im sure Genoa Flyers can speak other clubs district meet Jack doing hell job District help answering question solving problem can throw him will never forget return call THREE CHEERS FOR JACK Also lets forget manufacturers hobby stores donated funfly gifts well appreciated won Sunday June 51994 Norfalcons R/C Club Norfolk Ne held annual Fun Fly Approximately 30 people registered 50 spectators enjoyed absolutely perfect day wind cooperated blowing 5-10 mph temperature about 85 degrees flying field looked great grass runway being mowed perfection Members spent Saturday preparing site other RC clubs invited Pilots attended York Thunderbirds Genoa Hi-fliers Seward Laurel Burwell S Sioux City well own members Norfolk Madison Battle Creek Tilden Some models present Gee Bee P-s 1 Zero Super Hots K&W Special Biplane Rebel 230 Rebel 230 put spectacular demonstration flying including 4-point rolls flat spins lomcevaks complemented smoke Some days activities raffle barbecue limbo Pilots given raffle ticket registration opportunity purchase chances wide variety prizes available items donated RC manufacturers area businesses made raffle big success would like thank grand prize Eagle II Trainer sponsored Norfalcons given away 5 pm lucky pilot visiting club barbecue served hamburgers hot dogs about 60 people Manning grills Norfalcons own groundskeeper Bob Hekrdle Club members provided side dishes coolers pop ice donated Pepsi-Cola limbo no contest Corey Luth York NE clearly being best flying K&W Special Biplane through uprights inverted last pass through nicked wing pole Neither plane nor pole suffered too much damage ajob well done Cory awarded Eagle Flag picture donated club members Jay Mary Swensen clubs 28 members meet second Sunday month flying field located south edge Karl Steffen Airport S Highway 81 Norfolk NE Spectators AMA pilots always welcome Deb Olson st1995 137 Bob Pasonault Secretory Howard Baldwin Fair Oaks California 916 961-7154 Darwin Barrie Scottsdale Arizona 602 946-8955 Marc Karpowich Logan Utah Brian Nelson Morgan Hill California 408 463-0907 Dave Pinjuv Las Vegas Nevada 702 876-0912 Al WIllIamson Chula Vista California 619 427-4039 Frequency Coordinators Eloy Marez Santa Ana California 714 540-4935 See last months column additional AVPs Coordinators District X hosts Spring EC meeting 1995 Spring Executive Council meeting held Radisson Hotel Convention Center April 2 1-23 Visalia California west coast meeting provided opportunity council members tour proposed site Western Regional Flying Site being treated western hospitality AVP Gary Hover members Western Regional Site Development Committee did excellent job providing great location meeting extending cordial welcome members Council Council meeting conducted Friday Saturday very full agenda topics ranging fundraising contest board activities discussions youth programs funding Flying Site Assistance Program Council approved establishment new funding program assist local organizations developing conducting formal educational programs youth activities Though admittedly small $5000 annual fund would provide some seed money growing programs support local efforts educating youth aeromodeling aerospace sciences interested further information new program can obtained contacting AMAs Technical Director Bob Underwood Council also approve $2000 allocation Flying Site Assistance Fund local club assistance District IV brought forward discussion Flying Site Assistance Program need clarification criteria funding Currently approximately $35000 ts available annually form grants loans matching funds assist local clubs flying-site development funds intended AMA chartered clubs financially independent need AMA assistance meet leader club criteria abide support AMA National Safety Code Matching fund programs loans preferable however funds can also obtained form grants Additional information can obtained AMA Headquarters Bob Brown Chairman Property Acquisition Development Committee Applications years funding should submitted AMA PADCOM Committee due before October 1995 Programs recommended funding will presented Council approval January 1996 council meeting Saturday Council members toured proposed site Western Regional Flying Site viewed first-hand 260acre parcel earmarked first AMA regional flying site site still escrow following completion environmental impact report filings federal state use permits under way Funding site approved July 1994 Council meeting goes well close escrow should occur late summer 1995 Sunday local members chartered clubs participating Western Regional Flying Site Development Committee conducted First Annual Superstars RC Airshow Visalia Airport Top competitors show teams around district participated event provided EC general public flight demonstrations wide variety radio control control line activities Cox Hobbies helped sponsor Cox Flying Circles donating several 049 PT- 19s used give youngsters some hands-on experience aeromodeling Hosted Central Valley Controliners two CL circles stayed active throughout event literally hundreds youngsters got chance try hand control line flight Congratulations thanks highly successful fantastic event truly great weekend Till next time. keepem safe keepem flyn 4138 Model Aviation 4Associate Vice Presidents Just few youngsters waiting experience hands-on control line flight April 23rd Superstars RC Airshow Visalia California ob Ellis ot Central Valley Controliners prepares launch another Cox 049 PT-i 9 Cox sionsored Flying Circles AVP Darwin Barrie Bill Malvey startup Darwins Enforcer participating three day helicopter fun fly Bakersfield California Over 170 Competitors turned out 6th annual RC Helicopter Fun Fly May 5-7 Congratulations CD Dave DahI Kern River Blade Runners Gary Hover provides onsite tour Western Regional Flying Site President Don Lowe members EC Ray Hostetler offers expertise eager crowd RC helicopter enthusiasts several rotorcraft seminars Alaska / Idaho Montana Oregon Washington Ed McCollough Vice President P0 Box 13090 Portland OR 97213-0090 503 234-4439 CompuServe address EMAIL 76067 2422 Associate Vice Presidents Rick Allison 15618 NE 56th Way Redmond WA 98052 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 Horstmsn 4109 S Driftwood Spokane WA 99206 Reeves LippincoB 1201 Farrow Circle Anchorage AK g9504-2237 Bruce Nelson 807 B Vicksburg St Spokane WA 99208 Dick Wickline PO Boa 623 Klamath Falls OR 97601 Richard Snaer 78t Lillocet Ct LaConner WA 98257 Chick Young 7411154 Ave E #14 Sumner WA 98390 Frequency Coordinator Al Watson 130 t4sth NE Bellevue WA 98007 1995 NWFFChamps Aug 19/20 will Earl C Moorhead Memorial Northwest Free flight Championships Dave Vincent will fly Red Zephyr noon Sunday Parkers Field Due problems involved making living raising family Tom McCowen AVP Alaska has asked relieved duties Tom has great help will miss insight problems Fortunately Colonel Reeves Lippincott has agreed step take over AVP duties Alaska Colonel Lippincott has very active Alaska modeling events familiar members up Reeves recently retired military hes agreed help out know am very happy have him AVP Reeves other AVPs out help concerns given information get know whats going Academy Most involved local club work go contests across district isnt unusual see several AVPs contest event should feel free tell concerns out give access someone because VP cant everywhere once Hopefully can talk us occasionally newsletter Fern Prairie Modelers Camas WA Fly-By John Gregory Editor picture wish could use shows shoulder wing A/C front end buried leading edge wing visible damage slightly off kilter tail section comment sure can build Activity Puyallup EXPO seemed high usual Mount Rainier RIC Society did usual fine job assembled best shows country know enjoyed myself did manage miss good deal swap shop good deals got whipped out under nose care count Oh well saved money Unlike Puyallup show Benton County EXPO little short participants planes quality variety planes good excellent display control line aircraft goodies manned Morrie Gilbert Mel Marcum Eugene Prop Spinners Dave Nofziger brought Electric aircraft demonstrated pulling power Pete Petersons amazing little jewels checked various propellers max thrust weather great flying demos rain has usual year trophies very nice especially 3-view plaques prizes good Unfortunately number contestants declined some categories no entries Free Flight some number way down compared former years club will consider several ways changing event have input please send Jim Trump Trumps Hobbies 2401 NW Kings Blvd Corvallis OR 97330 Some Puget Sound Silent Fliers Randy Smithhisler Lyle Hegsted Bob Benjamin got together some Puget Sound Electric Models Fliers Ben Almojuela Bernard Cawley came up Electric Flight Workshop held Seattle Museum Flight April 1 & 2 several lecture/discussion presentations such subjects Electric Model Design Electric Speed Controls Electric Motors Gearboxes Electric Scale Models presentations lively give take lot learning went Electric model displays fine models shown level experience expertise electric modeling continually rising ever difficult subjects being tackled example Bob Benjamin has recently flown new Platt Zero says flies just fine half throttle Also us looking things necessary get started field few tables could purchase lot electric flight goodies Workshop success very likely repeated next year some talk about running fall rather early spring have thoughts subject contact Randy Smitlihisler 1703 105th Ave Ct E Puyallup WA 98372 5th Annual Celebration Silent Flight Fern Prairie Modelers Field Washougal WA May 6/7 very successful two days Some 40 pilots signed up over two days including Canada couple Bend Several events flown Touch Go being great interest since sailplane pilots entered too sailplane hand launched flown tight circle bounced off landing strip caught thrown again next circuit also flew catapult launched glider awesome acceleration just few feet extension launch tubing Most people brought aircraft prolific builder week Rolf Zurcher brought own air force enjoyable weekend pilot observer alike observer heard say .. 1 cant believe five A/C air can talk hear other perfectly pleasant outcome event chance get talk sailplane drivers Barry Kurath Dave Johnson hadnt seen Dave Johnson years good see him see showing some interest hobby Dave volunteer District Officers before decided other things newcomers column Johnson Brightbill Nielsen Culmsee attended several Nats sort team did very well competition life changed may remember great job Culmsee did running 89 Soaring Nats Tri-Cities new Boeing Club Boeing Eagles Everett will have contest 22 July Electric Fly-In will first new field called Smith Island Field guys have done lot work just get field make very nice site interested electric flight have made aspect hobby extremely viable club field has noise problems way continue fly enjoy hobby present location [They] doing some incredible things can see attend inaugural event Ben Almojuela will CD can contact him 206 283-3407 Across mountains high desert region Bend Prineville Redmond four clubs operate loose confederation called Central Oregon R/C Association CORCA Ev Schoenberg others decided several years ago would advantage clubs could get together swap events good comes Out doing things together beginning three clubs came together form CORCA Crook County R/C Club Prineville Field Dreams R/C Club Redmond Bend Aeromodelers Bend Very recently Central Oregon Soaring Society formed has added roster CORCA COSS having monthly contests McPheeters Turf near Bend Ev Schoenberg called gave list events summer appears wrote information down disappearing paper invisible ink Oh well youre interested give Ev call 503 389-5364 will able fill Roger Wilson wanted tell Fun Fliers having two day event Mclver State Park SE Portland Aug 19/20 Atnong other things plan feed park Sat night breakfast Sun AM Besides gastronomic delights will bunch flying lot fun Roger can reached 503 656-3315 st1995 139