f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
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Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
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f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
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f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
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f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
Page Numbers: 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90
f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
Page Numbers: 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90
f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
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f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main 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Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
Page Numbers: 76, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89, 90
f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
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f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model
Edition: Model Aviation - 1981/12
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f From AMA HQ including reports AMA President Secretary-Treasurer Executive Director Vice-Presidents Financial Report John Worth Executive Director 1980 great year rebounded strongly effects major dues crease year before caused slight membership loss surge ahead 1980 highest total ever beforewe ended year almost 75000 members also showed combined total surplus 1979 1980 operations just over $300000 sitting pretty end 1980 seemeduntil made prelimi nary budget 1981 What showed simply rolled along 81 80 inflation would catch up turn surplus deficit Hard believe Yes budget showed increased member ship total 1981 81000 would show loss year end about $1 85000 So began considerations dues increase 1982 reinforced past experience similar situation 1977 surplus about $200000 AMA Ex ecutive Council opted increase dues 1978 end year surplus gone drastic dues increase put effect 1979 lost members first time 15 years Furthermore 1980 property purchase need construct Head quarters building during next two years knew order obtain construc tion loan would have show evidence fiscal responsibility meant must able show corrective measures having taken 1981 avoid another deficit 1982 obvious means solve problem via dues increase Council voted 1982 take effect three years after last Thats now looking see what 1982 membership year will bring have just completed another time record year 82000 signed up September closing membership accounting 1982 wasnt quite enough keep inflation eliminating surplus 1980 financial statements show end last year end 1981 going too far red 1982 dues increase should improve posi tion have also eliminated delayed some special projects 1981 budget reconsideration 82 depending upon membership other income develops next year Member Dues Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Family Open@1700 Senior Citizen Open Booster Booster Rate @$500 @1300 @750 @1550 No Members 3346 936 4328 1832 1916 @17001083 @250060774 @500272 @130091 TotalMemberships74578 Less Partial year credit Total Membership Income Magazine Members64716 Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships Contributions Received Toledo Weak Signals Other 12 Month Total $1673000 1216800 3246000 2839600 3257200 1841100 151935000 136000 166263000 3763175 162499825 51 772800 110727025 340800 85000 53006 138006 Less Nats Trophy 25000 Subtotal113006 Restricted Donations 90231 Unrestricted Donations22775 NAR Serv & Affiliation Fees235185 Club Charter Fees3272325 Sanction Insurance101100 Sanction Fees591050 FAI Stamps774700 Supply & Souvenir SalesNet785522 Film Rental379825 Interest Income7202935 Misc Membership Service Fees132492 MA Advertising r Mag Income _________ Total Other Income Gross Income Deduct Operating Expenses Expense Allocation Mag Operating Income Special Projects 1980 Computer Conversion Fund Allocation Museum Fund Allocation 1980 Indoor WCNet Cost 1980 Run-off Election 1980 NationalsNet Costs 180813343 75122628 1000000 1000000 397736 1867329 1205120 Net Income 13838709 124565734 j9071 18875019 13404834 76 Model Aviation ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 K * AMA INCOME STATEMENT FOR 12 MONTHS ENDING DECEMBER 31 1980 Magazine Cost Member $ 800 800 800 800 800 Magazine Income $ 748800 1465600 866400 48619200 72800 51772800 24365621 76138421 75122628 1015793 Candidates 1982-83 AMA Secretari/Treasurer 1-lorrace D Cain Buffalo Grove IL Mr AMA Member have ever really considered just what AMA As modeler fly FF RC CL or just build sport fly compete just hang around judge belong club fly small group thing alone Actually doesnt matter enjoy great hobbylsport because AMA involved particular endeavor AMA oursyours have both right responsibili ty part decisions made direction AMAs future During 30 years aeromodeling have extremely fortunate Ive able participate almost phases modeling Ive flown CL FF RC both sport competition flew some Air Force teams worked some Nats owned hobby shop 20 years Ive close AMA CD RC Contest Coordinator presently District VI VP 79-81 Ive allowed observe aspects hobby never available model ers observations have provided real education administrative areas plus personal motivations within aero modelers realm no longer care personal gratification winning contests very much wish help insure AMAs future As secure organization AMA could become dedicated serving members needs regardless whatever individual modeling pursuits might AMA business Directors Execu tive Council need detailed objective financial information make deci sions concerning AMA policies direction Since several new members join Council year EC needs detailed infor mation review previous discussions formal set minutes can allow As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will provide needed information assist Executive Council saving time money AMA has responsibilities AMA must provide entire membership organized national effort towards obtaining new FCC frequencies promoting flying sites advancing recognition sport aeromodeling same time AMA must meet needs national interna tional competition programs shall always pursue objectives As AMA Vice-President easily intimidated have endeavored increase memberships awareness AMAs opera tions believe AMA should have secrets individual member plan continue conviction As AMA Secretary/Treasurer will work ensure AMA continues grow prosper strong democratic association Obtaining new frequencies flying sites maintaining strong competitive programs affording attention towards sporting aspects modeling will continue goals course requires support input Start input now vote Horrace Cain AMA Secretary/Treasurer 1982-83 Thank Howard Crispin Jr Charlottesville VA AMA 568 am seeking election office Secretary/Treasurer Academy Model Aeronautics Executive Council comprises among its total membership 13 elected officers 11 district Vice-Presidents other two President Secretary/Treas urer elected national vote Sec retary/Treasurer has responsibility serving entire membership above regional considerations elected office pledge myself view matters come before Council manner will serve best interests members regardless aeromodeling interests activities several areas would feel obligated work Secretary/Treas urer provide con tinued steady growth Academy required enhance position Academy dealing governmental agen cies levels Numbers important attempting obtain flying sites develop operating relationships work new radio frequencies other endeavors Academy Increasing membership would give Academy ability serve membership reasonable costs im portant factor continue infla tionary 1980s would expect working other members Council critical over seer finances Academy Services cost money provision services must meet requirements mem bership always ability Academy operate avoid deficit budget careful watch must kept excesses leading wasted efforts costs member should satisfied elected official times concerned about monies paid Academy Another area begging action beginner aeromodeling important definition beginner developed Beginners come walks life age groups need recognize fact before start develop programs beginners program developed juniors among us will turn off older beginner vice versa Programs beginners urgently needed Something should done once bring Academys best recruiter back local hobby shop owner reason able expect him push catalog going undersell him comfortable providing push MA may also reluctant recommend local clubs direct people local fly ing site offer other services vital sport has better way will try help find solution As Associate Vice-President have privilege attending number Coun cil meetings including sitting absent Vice-President district am knowledge able terms operation Council combined background ad ministration clubs associations belong adds qualifications position Secretary/Treasurer live within two hour drive Head quarters enabling visit behalf frequently ability would lend itself developing superior working associ ations Headquarters staff turn increased capability establishing excellent flow information would benefit vote would go far providing good cooperative interface between mem ber Headquarters Jim McNeiIl incumbentl Birmingham AL AMA L-9 am current AMA Secre tary/Treasurer re-elect will have print write name Section 3 ballot write-in section elected three years ago AMA Secretary Treasurer almost unheard predecessors fault anybody elses fault 1936 Bylaws carry single bare instruction S/T shall monitor fiscal affairs Academy shall have co operation Executive Director Thats nothing else Soon after January 1979 election initiated quarterly visits Wash ingtonchecking auditing analyzing operation reporting back Council sent outside CPA complete fresh audit protect Everything peachy okay Now regularly drive Headquarters four times year stay three days time begged space magazine fine publisher report also three years have introduced faces duties least 10 different AMA departments Headquarters showed General Von Kann fine staff NAA parent organization Ive shown delegations Paris FAI ClAM Ive taken national polls intheS/Tcolumn Also Ive done favorite thing featured pictures Sunday fliers contest goers wives children friends human interest stuff could dig up know cause people see pictures mag makes feel part scene January February use part mag space straighten out members prob lems renewals mag issues license num bers forth national publicity national exposure has triggered sudden political stampede AMA Secretary/Treasurer Nominating Committee met Texas 11 VPs go room shut door VP feverishly cam paigning year able make long speech behalf telling wonderful things going new S/T rebuttal Two other VPs fought hard get personal choices ballot personally nominated Poor stupid got left off ballot hurt little cannot change laws human nature very proper legal larger sense flattered taken nothing job back burner 40 years put mainstream Put flow things belongs healthy AMA needs continued next page December 1981 77 Note As approved AMA President campaign space offered nominated whether accepted Nominating Com mittee listing ballot Secretary/Treasurer Right now however need vote stay office like soap operas dark stormy night 1977 Council meeting President Johnny Clemens said McNeill Im tired asking Superior Service Awards Florida clubs Create lesser district okay Immediately Larry Bolich made up Award Excellence deserving clubs know shoulder patch Today revered coast coast prestigious club awards 1972 Council meeting John Worth created Life member concept wherein Life mem ber has L before AMA number John originated Meritorious Serv ice Award retiring Council members also re-did Superior Service Award workable Glenn Lee created licensing judges wherein judge Pattern Scale can notated AMA card Council serve pay voluntary thing yet can very re warding two things enjoy 1 working others brighten change improve better AMA entirety 2 like run pictures members families because makes happy Ive done job Nominating Com mittee has done its job now job Youre judge jury pick AMA officers will vote Statements AMA Candidates District 1 Candidates * * * Ed Izzo am seeking AMA office Vice-President District 1 have four decades active participation support modeling activity have active competitor RC Pattern Scale has given access modelers throughout District 1 past have competed categories Free Flight well Control Line gives thorough background phases modeling activity invented gave modeling soci ety foam-wing construction technique now being used widely throughout model ing industry have president vice-president seven different modeling clubs has given basic understanding needs beginners experienced modelers past three years have District 1 RC Contest Board member another time period have also served chairman board am presently general manager major corporation extensive modeling experience feel qualifies competent representative District 1 modelers main concern will growth recognition modeling national scale actively seeking support AMA toward District 1 activities growth acquaintance national AMA officials AMAs workings will make capable official representing members Dis trict 1 John Smith Brockton MA AMA 457 LM/CD 28 years active modeler AMA member have convinced need active two-way com munication between members Headquar ters elected would work toward following objectives First would appoint Associate VicePresidents people know active touch feelings modelers District 1 Second column would used report membership publicize contests other modeling activities occur area Third present public facets modeling fraternity favorable way will sympathetic needs Fourth would promote communication cooperation between aspects hobby Free Flight U-Control RC both Scale non-Scale Fifth certain AMA funds expended judicious manner enable us get least dollars benefit dollar spent implement above objectives plan visit least club district month will speak requested listening will important activity District 3 Candidates * * * Dave Brown incumbent re-elected second term Vice-President District 3 will continue represent AMA mem District Vice-President bers district best way can feel have gained respect other members Executive Council respect important factor individuals ability effective Council member AMA presently involved number projects will have sincere impact future organization sport model aviation general Among building own Headquarters building new FCC proposal long term beginners program point time what needed Executive Council will work com plete projects rather spend its time money playing referee between its own members matters personal conflict believe AMA now right track needs Excutive Council will carefully adjust throttle rather throw switches onto deadend sidings sincerely want represent District 3 another term would appreciate vote Its necessary renew membership same time vote although cheaper renew early year please fill out ballot immediately upon receipt mail dont vote dont complain Earl Witt Chamborsburg PA AMA 19 experienced candidate organizational administration AMA management Earl city manager-type engineer 25 years managing annual budget over $10 mil lion staff 260 people AMA has active key worker over 35 years16 years experience AMA Executive Council President Secre 78 Model Aviation tary/Treasurer 22 years Nationals Executive Committee Earl honored AMA Fellowship Award 1959 AMA Distinguished Service Award 1967 AMA Meritorious Service Award 1981 became 21st AMA Life member 1975 As indicated Earl has sincere life long interest AMA service organiza tion membership now retired professional occupation position being able exercise experi ence behalf District 3 AMA member ship Earl feels district Vice-President should aim toward stimulating INTERAC TION between district members district activities through VP Column AMAs magazine attending dis trict functions possible Earls record soliciting member ship input assist representation district members needs desires Execu tive Council actions Including participation AMA Executive Council absentee Vice-Presi dents representative has years service membership experience Council other elected member Earl position can well afford time expense demanded Vice-President can give district mem bership outstanding representation District 5 Candidate Bill Mathews Birmingham AL incum bent Although Bill unopposed ballot year still urges everyone District 5 vote think has done good job past two years vote him think has done good job write name favorite candidate simply write word No space write-in candidates Bill has modeler 39 years has built flown Free Flight Radio Control started escapements state art Control Line Now flies RC Glider RC assist Old Timer sport some Free Flight competition has tried increase interest communication about Free Flight Control Line publishing newsletters both special interests fly either FF CL mailing list send him name address terest Because large number RCers Bill prefers work RC clubs enjoys receiving club newsletters order keep up what going Any member district other district mat ter will get speedy response letter District 5 has great future Bill would like help keep moving vote will help District 7 Candidate Hardy Brodersen Birmingham MI incum bent Its privilege serve folks District 7 think Im beginning get hang main task communica tion pattern district meetings will continued far budget allows continued page 80 Presidents Corner President ACADEMY OF MODEL AERONAUTICS JOHN C GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive Lockport NY 14094 IT WORKS Cooperation friendly attitude desire good job organization combined heck lot hard work can make event resounding success October column discussed situa tion mans declination work event could have very serious impact success meet no secret discussion stemmed actual incident too individual descirbed due position eminence could affect attitude decisions other people However turned out comments column premature individual question DID change mind DID attend work event things did prior publication column unfortunately after written real issue before takes dedicated intelligent group people working together toward common goal make success venture poor policy poor decision made must rectified working together getting facts front concerned indi vidual idea picking up toys going home can worsen bad situation ANOTHER RECORD guys gals greatest Last year ended membership year over 76000 members As September 14 1981 82056 members strong Gads fantastic September 30 should reach 82500 heck growth Some body doing something right So gets credit growth rate Executive Council its policy-making status likely Headquarters Prob ably AVPs other front line vol unteers Maybe little You! ones take credit growth average modeler out encouraging newcomer become members AMA can take full credit fantastic growth membership increase nearly 8% year does come easily yet could com pound rate annually could reach 100000 members 1984 AND means lot clout FCC FAA other governmental agencies must inter face pursuit happiness hobby congratulations member helped us reach membership level hearty welcome aboard new members FAI 1982 selected Indoor team West Baden IN June selected teams Control Line Speed Team Race Nats Seguin TX also selected Scale teams Nats left Control Line Aerobatics Control Line Combat yet selected 1982 Labor Day weekend traveled Dayton OH Control Line Precision Aerobatics team selection finals watched some Free Flight semi-finals underway same site Needless say both events VERY hotly contested Free Flight has never forte watching expert contestants practice trim practice trim real ly got excited point Saturday appeared skies filled Wakefield rubber models drifting slowly up ward latched securely onto booming thermal power models screaming near vertical climb transitioning gracefully gilding flight dethermalizing after three-minute max Nordics being circle-towed snap released contestant felt tug thermal slowly circling downwind Gad what experts people Across field what once main runway Control Line Precision Aerobatics getting underway modelers knew back late 1940s early SOs will recall event flew OH has changed im proved watched Saturday great difficulty picking out flaws maneuver Only expert trained observant eye could notice very slight misplacement maneuver slightly less perfect corner height defined FAI rules could justly proud confident team three 15 finalists flying week end international dominance event should continue fine team Bob Baron Ted Fancher Bill Werwage Bob Gieseke Wynn Paul Dennis Adamisin waiting wings first second third alternates Next comes Combat team selection Nashville guys wild fun bunch competitors 25 strong three could ably represent us Sweden next year September 19 20 brought guys Nashville over US vie three cherished positions describe scream two 1 5s describe patterns traced two hotly competing FAI combat ships describe air FILLED falling chips balsa fragments plastic covering materi al after two ships collide midair dont describe must appreciate skill determination men same time come realize bring 10 aircraft Combat contest bash might better term Unfortunately airline schedule would allow stay around bitter end next day Mack Henry Nashville co ordinator event seventh place tie finisher himself phoned results Tom Fluker Texas takes top spot followed Dick Stubbiefield also Texas Gary Arnold Ohio third spot Alternates Gary Frost Jordan Segal Max Mearns order 1982 FAI teams go very best wishes success respective World Championships Carry flags US AMA may winners ELECTION TIME About same time receive issue should receiving membership renewal form election ballot Secretary/Treasurer Vice-Presidents odd-numbered districts Now recog nize its going cost 1 8c dont delay returning ballot Vote person choice VOTE would certainly appreciate having send check 1982 membership renewal same time ballot separate envelopes providedballots go AMA auditor dues go AMA HQ BUT IT IS NOT NECESSARY Remember too new dues structure adult members can save two bucks renewing before December 15 1981 vote strongest way can tell representative agree disagree past actions strongest way say Hey George great job Hey George got wrong So grab pen postage stamp tell us feelVOTE GOOD WORDS An excerpt letter written Bill Fitzgerald Garland TX After participa tion years Pattern event Nats felt compelled send brief note Well done After hearing war stories about past Nats semi-prepared worst instead able quickly accomplish initial paperwork transmitter processing experience thrill flying Nats judging conservative fairly well balanced between lines fly ing groups seemed help contestants judges flight line seemed well run very organized due efforts Jerry Jackson assistants Thanks Bill often get good letters like yours BAD WORDS H Graham Selick Jr sent along copy Callback publication Aviation Safety Reporting System Circled publication Good GriefNo 4 quote Pilot air carrier aircraft reported radio controlled airplane opposite-direc tion heading 3000 feet Aircraft descending 3000 also approxi mately 3300 feet saw airplane ASRS analyst poor area altitude playing toys Sighting occurred within countrys heavily congested TCAs Come guys ridiculous Two questions come mindcould someone REALLY see control model 3000 feet did full-scale pilot know radio controlled Some thing doesnt add up Talking ProudTalking Progress December 1981 79 Secretary-Treasurers Report Jim McNeiII AMA Secretary-Treasurer 617 South 20 Avenue Birmingham AL 35205 Some worlds best CL Combat fliers gathered Nashville last week pick US team international Combat compe tition drove banquet personal invitation friend Mack Henry himself top flier buddy Gary Frost President MACA seen Gary since California Nats entire affair run dispatch efficiency Contest Director Mack Henry Team winners 1Tom Fluker 2Dick Stubblefield 3Gary Arnold AlternateGary Frost Tom 19 years old Dick hail Texas President John Grigg FAI Director Micheline Madison District V VicePresident Bill Mathews pretty Shirley Timmons Chatta nooga TN husbands 1911 Caudron Lee Molly Websters FF debacle Tullahoma funny thing flew perfectly US Combat teams have going international competition chanics being sent along help prom ised MACA officials would bring issue before next AMA Council meeting November see can corrected NEWS FLASH RC Pattern winners World Champion ships just 1Hanno Prettner 2that kid Ohio telling about last month want continue have write name 1981 ballot sample 1981 AMA Election Ballot lated Computer So Btuss Marked correctly VOTE BY DARKENING THE APPROPRIATE BOXIER EXAMPLE U Sect 1 NATL SECJTREAS502DISTRICT VICE-PRESIDENT U] HORRACE CAIN I] HOWARD CRISPIN U] 11101 tootIoc buck Iflece 00 VP eIotloc va yot ccoeiteAoetotslctocRct Sect 3 ONLY FOR WRITE IN lube ama ohe tbooes SlollOflelaod2atadkacet CREASLflM 1GNa VP DOflOlocItelcOp Ileotocalsbacl ELECTION BALLOT MUST BE POSTMARKED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 25 laBi 3Wolfgang Matt United States team first Im teasing Dave Brown little did come second Dave winner ways Dave excellent Council member District Ill VERY WELL represented Council meetings Dave skilled knowledgeable parliamentarian never misses Council meeting openminded fair good man have around apologies mixing toy airplanes politics kids ballots will come house few days Dont forget write name write-in box District 7 VP Candidate continued participation club meetings myself AVPs will amplified function Assistant Vice-President form Tony Italiano has proven itself will utilized extensively future appreciate good vibes have gotten quarters hope have responded usefully some problems criti cisms brought forward Effective representa tion districts concerns Executive Council meetings creative contributions conduct AMAs business greatest concentration read minutes can asses effectiveness credentials love model aviation people fact alternative can didate did emerge office shakes up little Confidence apathy vote turnout will tell District 9 Candidate Travis McGinnis Arvada CO incumbent AMA 418 CD well qualified represent AMA membership District 9 Some recent involvement AMAs Organi zational structure includes active Contest Director District 9 RC Contest Coordinator Associate Vice-President incumbent Dis trict 9 Vice-President continued paqe 87 80 Model Aviation contingency important Free Flight contest fliers journeyed way Carbondale Marion IL Tullahoma TN Lee Molly Websters annual bash won everything sight showed us Southerners thing two LR Dave Bunch Jona Bunch Marion Bunch Edward Aikman Shirley Aikman Dot Odum Lewis Odum Mat Basta Ann Corder Robin Bunch Dot ninth child ninth child gives special se cret powers group gifted modelers shows up contestyoud better look outl picture 01 JeIT ana aria aonnson OT Fargo ND little Combat airplane Jeff preparing Combat see have three important juoges sne Combat bash LR Ten Cervo Lnlcago Ted Carlson Clarksville TN Craig Cervo team selection very well judged officiated 0111 take 01010 150 Executive Directors View trom HO John Worth AMA Executive Director 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 Another Record Year did again broke previous membership records over 82000 year means slogan next year 82000 82is obsolete already unless merely hold now Thats possibility dues increase coming up maybe Adult members sign up 82 December 15 year will pay $2 less wait until after date pay ing 82 early dues increase will $3 instead $5only $1 year increase since last dues change 79 $3 increase 12% over what three years agoonly 4% increase last three years much less cost living has increased Meanwhile have held line mem bers 18 under basic dues stay same 82except want AMA News Model Aviation pub lications will pay $1 will Senior Citi zen 65 over members dues increase intended merely hold line some paring current budgets will necessary accomplish dues increase alone wont keep up inflation unless about 85000 sign up 82 Nobody being optimistic though would require about 4% increase membership Yet about 7% increase 81 well within average past 10 years 4% 82 possible What need very positive response renewal over seven years have averaged about 20000 new members per year new members expected pay $5 82 has possible budget $3 renewing members provided sign up early December 15 So fingers crossed look toward 1982 hope current members will appreciate dues crease could have has held down help minimize impact Films Things. Ten years ago no AMA Film Library fact no professionally produced films about model aviation avail able circulation clubs interested groups Today dozen available through AMAs Film Library established 1972 Most films produced AMA some pruchased others produced films early mid 70s AMA got business mem ber-volunteer Jay Gerber offered produce film based 1971 RC Aerobatic World Championships Pennsylvania AMA paid expenses involved got outstand ing film still regular demand today Gerber has continued make films AMA averaging year since 1971 addition AMA has purchased copies few other films have become available added Library such Wings & Things England Fly Em Break Em Fix Em Kodak 180 Max Canada newest film obtained out side AMAs own production efforts Worldly Flights Indoor AMAers Dick Nikki l-lardcastle about 1980 Indoor World Championships West Baden IN Its fine film interests including general public copies should avail able through AMAs Film Library within month two AMA paid production costs initial batch prints have ordered Recently previewed roughly edited version AMAs new film Control Line produced team Jay Gerber David MorcumDavid has worked Jay several AMA films script writer production assistant new film will added AMA Film Library shortly after first year Meanwhile work underway AMAs 82 film about Free Flight planning being done film RC produced 1983 film effort has cost AMA about $20000 year remarkably inexpensive number quality films todays rates thats about 25 cents per AMA mem ber tremendous bargain So nothing 1971 AMA has produced profession al quality films about model aviaiton rest world combined addition AMA has obtained films other sources became available total library also being put video tape VHS further circulation AMA filmltape effort unique product basic membership services example what small portion AMA dues can provide AMA clubs will receive latest Film Library information 1982 charter renewal package mean time anybody can get copy list rental costs writing requesting same AMA HQ District 9 VP Candidate continued modeling experiences include facets modeling since pre-teen years recent interests have centered around RC some CL FF being participated enjoyed Though active competitor finds time serve RC Pattern judge has worked local meets well past AMA Nationals Masters Tournaments international level Tournament Champi ons Las Vegas recently World Championships held Mexico September 1981 family supports endorses mod eling activities AMA involvement Travis known involvement youth activities well exhibiting enthusiasm willingness work individuals needs group activities advancement aeromodeling past record indicates ability willingness work effectively cooperatively Head quarters staff well total AMA Execu tive Council professional training job experi ences educator administrator bring strength task serving AMA Executive Council evidenced being appointed several important committees past term wishes continue work District 9 AMA requests consideration vote election District 11 Candidates * * * Ed Mccollough Portland OR way look order Vice-President best job district must much contact between VP mod elers possible experience cut out lot misunderstandings people can talk together face face As Associate VP Ive gone contests club meetings other get-togethers could talk members find out what needed know best could AMA rep As District 11 VP will con tinue go modelers time money allow claim can solve problem what promise will whatever power will kept informed what am doing write will answer will ignored Over last several years has good fortune have accomplished goals felt very important has retention Delta Park flying field Portland RC fliers did keep it enlarged new runway built other goal has devel opment course aeronautics teach course model oriented through hope bring young people hobby Personally am interested Scale ever enjoy different ways enjoy flying indoor out just fly enjoyment would appreciate vote Homer Smith Seattle WA sues District 11 same faced Academy national level Homer has instrumental developing flying site program instigating leading effort prepare long range plan Acad emy has recently appoint ed chairman Nats Executive Committee has plan motion improve com mittee structure Nats cost performance Homer proponent improved equitable dues structure fairly distribute cost services also mem ber Bylaws Committee updating improving structure organiza tion handle problems 80s has also improved district representation local national levels Homer spear headed effort spring 1981 Council meeting assure future national election ballots sent via first class mail economy such must devel op outside sources income lessen drain members can no longer keep increasing dues few years handle inflation growth Homer has experi ence management skills continue help develop goals reality has vast improvement operation AMA since January 1981 can pro vide continuity necessary keep improvements seen 1981 moving ahead vote Homer vote future chick Young Federal Way WA candi date District 11 Vice-President seeks write-in vote dont know ask friend fly will know him RCers AMA dues pay So tell Chick Young what want will get flies RC also Thanks write-in December 1981 81 AMA EXPENSE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDING 12/31/80 Expenses Saiaries$ 53282942 Employee Moving Expense376225 Annuity1610281 Payroll Taxes3743288 Total Related Salaries Rent Approx 5000 sq ft Telephones* Postage ght exclusive membership processing Membership Processing age Membership Insurance Rule Books Public Relations Awards Film ProjectsProduction Travel Equipment Rental Film LibraryHQ Service Officer Service VP Budget Council Meetings etc Magazine Officers CDs etc Staff TravelCouncil Trade Shows Meetings Office Supplies Stationery ellaneous Exp Office Equipment Maintenance Dues Subscriptions & Seminars Printing x Professional Fees legal Insurance General Depreciation Motor Home Maintenance irs Personal Property Taxes Licensing FAI Teams Programs Meetings Allocation** NAA Divisional Fee Scholarship Fund Allocations Bad Debts Total Exclusive MA Magazine Direct Cost Model Aviation Magazine Direct Costs Res Unrelated Bus Tax Total Expense Total $ 59012736 $ 3296556 1655950 2823252 10556790 14625226 1381 303 3889307 45230 Model GeneralMembership Aviation Administration ServicesMagazine 8672236 1235676 827950 $14308900 824100 82800 684693821719 10556790 14625226 1381303 $ 15652400 $ 494480 *direct FAI & Contests Nats 8672000 296700 331200 Special Services PublicFlying Site RelationsFCC Insur $ 6937600 $ 296700 331200 521857512458131839 4769600 148900 828J0 150686 3889307 45230 16522751652275 305914305914 47023814702381 12197341219734 1503719 2390168 184722 448172 2679161 734796 2209421 1150995 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 902239 358643 27822 268872 21 3700 434796 1745665 1150995 601480 717000358525 5540027700 1457537158324 463756 358500 27700 195600 239000358500 1840027700 179300 281300372700 300000 187078 226996 3188650 3188650 100000 8575 12336775724784392448307751767704217560016121253466390186 56821724 623862 18081 3343 56821724 _________623862 247843924483077575122628 17560016121253466390186 **Actual expenditures 12 months$4379754 Flying Sites Noise Would spend dollar learn lot about model airplanes noise Well several months ago sent free copy AMA book Memorandum Law Modeler Noise Complaints AMA chartered club did get see ask President club keeps its records Lots teresting information book can help keep flying field example did know property owners own land air space above Thats right overfly neighbors land permission guilty violation can take action Did know noise model aircraft engines can cited nuisance nearby property owner can take legal steps have nuisance eliminated faced situation like need know what club owns field fly have serious problem because have investment protect very simple procedure neighbor complain local police department takes little effort no money swear Out complaint about noise nuisance does however mean considerable expense him hire lawyer go court purpose sueing SIMPLE COMPLAINT CAN HALT YOUR FLYING should remembered though own field have right pursue hobby provided create nuisance neighbor also has right enjoy property free annoyance can establish unduly infringing right enjoy land have problem midwestern club eventually forced sell private flying field after court battle resulted restrictions see Getting Keeping Flying Sites pages 18-19 found impractical continue using site key avoidance problems estab lish good friendly relationship people property borders site fly may take some time cause some inconvenience lieve worth it means showing parents responsible means allowing kids fly plane using buddy box means some flowers candy Christmas birthday worth effort also means having firm realistic field rules committee enforces means club must take action against member willfully violates safety rules means residences within flying sector over fly create mental possible physical hazard old maxim marketing gameit easier cheaper keep old customer have find new very same thought applies flying fields obey rules hang field have would like Memorandum Law Noise Complaints book please send dollar AMA HQ 815 Fifteenth Street NW Washington DC 20005 tell us mail copy ff Styles 82 Model Aviation AMA BALANCE SHEETDECEMBER 31 1980 Assets Current Assets Cash Checking Accounts 35988436 Petty Cash15871 Cash Saving Accounts including earned interest 80283 384590 Accounts Receivable Owed Us Misc Accounts Receivable 5504 MA Advertising Receivables 6842 Less Reserve Doubt ful accounts500000 Employee Advances21000 Travel Advances1172 it Officer Travel Advances30000 1980 Nats Sponsor Pledges 9000 Accrued Interest330062 1236 Deferred Expenses MA Future Issues Costs$ 2461579 Prepaid Insurance 86 Miscellaneous Prepaid Exp 46329 1981 Mtmbership Costs 6078287 Guaranty Deposits 1040000 Resale-Supplies Inventory 976618 Paper Inventory Printing Duplication 55 Rule Books 1381200 569754 Fixed Assets Real Property Reston VA m Library Furniture pment Contest/Nats Equipment Transportation Equipment -___________ Total Less Reserve De preciation___________ ______________ 26444700 2047905 9235633 410483 901836 39040537 6039859 $ 0698 $ 152516278 Total Assets Liabilities & Fund Balances Current Liabilities Accounts Payable$8606313 Employees Escrow 245500 Res Unrelated Bus Tax MA magazine623862 Film Deposits1118000 $ 10593675 Deferred Credits Membership Dues 1981 93075 Club Charters 1981 FAI Stamps603320 Amounts Held Behalf AMA Teams Scale Team Program$ 92737 CL Team Program78123 Indoor Team Program21 7243 FF Team Program1270522 RC Team Program Soaring 98 RC Team Program Aerobatics -153833 Balances Restricted Scholarship Fund$ Howard McEntee Fund AMA Property Fund Eight-Ball Fund AMA-FAI Fund Surplus rve Insurance Claims AMA Museum Fund Computer Conversion Fund 245L65 109700 672624 23000 553936 1000000 1000045 1000000 $1 04796395 2038356 4604470 Fund Balances Unrestricted Balance 1/1/80. 15410389 Adjustments . 652366 16062755 Net Income year Model Aviation1015793 General13404834 0483382 Total Liabilities Balances$152516278 AMA Club Report 1980-8 1 As December 31 1980 44 clubs memberships 100 Pioneer RC Club has regained its position largest AMA clubwrested away year ago Orange Coast RC Club Club Pioneer RC Clubs Inc Orange Coast RC Club Valley Forge Signal Seekers DC RC BIRDS Inc Boeing Hawks RC Flyers So Alameda Co RCers Greater Cincinnati RC Club Goodyear MAC Rockland County RC Suncoast Aeromodelers Mid-Hudson RC Society Chicagoland RC Modelers South Shore RC Club Aero Radio Club Tulsa Gluedobbers Sky Masters RC Club Northern Virginia RC Club Denver RC Eagles Richardson RC Club Capitol Area Radio Drone Society Tidewater RC Club Inc Jefco Aeromodelers Detroit Aeromodelers Condors RC Club Coral Springs State ers CA365 CA331 PA227 MD224 CA213 WA206 CA183 OH175 OH170 NJ169 FL164 NY155 IL145 MA142 MI141 OK139 Ml137 VA135 CO133 TX130 Blue Angels MAC San Jose Wavemasters RC Twin City RC Manned Spacecraft Center RC Club North Dallas RC Club Ft Wayne Flying Circle Inc Signal Seekers RC Club Cape Ann RC MAC Thundervolts RC Club Madison Area RC Society Soaring Union Los Angeles Gold Coast RCers Palos RC Flying Club Central Jersey RC Club Greater Pittsburgh Aero RCers Cordova Model Masters Palomar RC Flyers St Paul Minn RC Club Cleveland RCCIub No Members 124 2549 5074 7599 100124 125 up Total Clubs NY119 CA118 MN116 TX116 TX115 IL111 MI110 MA106 NY104 WI104 104 103 102 102 CA FL IL NJ PA CA CA MN OH 102 100 100 100 100 No Clubs 888 352 138 60 22 22 1482 CLUBS BY DISTRICT Ml129 District VA128 CT ME MA NH RI VT CO12429 10 247 83 Ml123 District II NJNY FL12265111 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 176 District Ill OH PA WV 869112 District IV DE MD NC 4 24 43 District V AL FL GA 226724 District VI ILINKY 794724 District VII IAMlMN 257924 District VIII AR LA NM 142311 District IX CO KS NE 20 21 12 District X AZ CA HI 20 170 6 District XI AK IDMT 7 910 Foreign 2 VA 28 MS PRSCTN 13 71825 MO 31 WI 39 OK TX 22 81 ND SD WY 11 6 6 NV UT 9 6 OR WA 2431 Effective communIcatIon two-way street AMAs non-paid volunteer offIcers doIng theIr utmost make AMA kind organIzatIon members wIsh thoughts contained pages month yours arent apt known unless writeto AMA vIce-presIdent district hIs representative assocIate vice-presi dent area Complete commu nIcatIons lInkwrite December 1981 83 TOTAL 189 TOTAL 99 TOTAL 176 TOTAL 181 TOTAL 167 TOTAL 151 TOTAL 76 TOTAL 211 TOTAL 81 TOTAL 2 Rate @$ 500 @900 @1300 @750 @1150 @1550 BUDGET FOR 1981 Member Dues Juniors Juniors Juniors Seniors Seniors Seniors Open Family01700 Open Sr Cit Open AMA News@2100 Open MA@ Free Members 3354 214 1105 4347 278 1954 Total $16770 1926 14365 32603 3197 30287 2052 @17001162 MA Cost Member $ 800 800 34884 19754800 3898 250061067 Members1910 Total Memberships81341 Less Partial year credits Total Membership Income Magazine News allocations Subtotal Other Income Life Memberships2000 Club Charter Fees33000 Sanction Insurance2000 Sanction Fees6000 FAI Stamps8000 Supply & Souvenir salesnet9000 Film Rental3200 Interest Income34000 Donationsgeneral300 Misc Membership Fees800 MA Advertising r magazine income Gross Income Operating Expense Budget 2177362 Less Expense Allocation magazine860538 Net Loss before Special Projects Special Prolects 1981RC W/C Soaring10000 1981Nats20000 1981AMA Seminars10000 1981Computer Program developmentAcctg20000 1981Computer Program developmentMbrshp20000 Net Loss 81858 AMA News Cost Member $ 400 400 Total Publications 856 8840 1112 15632 DONT FLY CL MODELS NEAR POWER LINES tonnecticul Maine achusetts Hampshire Rhode Island ont DISTRICT REPORT Cliff Piper Diotrict Vice-President Rt 3 Box 200 9296 Waterville ME 04901 400 1526675800 180@1908 1730@ 714 1762319 38500 1723819 555659 1168160 1266460 1316824 50364 80000 $130364 15592 488536 15795 Aoaate VirnPreudnoe Robert C Rrodeur 405 Main Street Nashua NH 03060 George Parker 7 Poal Lee MA 01238 Mike Schindler 5 BoIctuc Dr. Ledyard CT 06339 William Wilbur 6 Laurel Aw. Kittery ME 03904 finally beginning sink old man after Council meeting two columns another 60 days 14 years so-called leadership AMA will come end Although havent retired times good friend Bill Winter did think getting out last two terms felt hanging things could made better fellow modelers Now come conclusion probably didnt make whole heck lot difference Witness some politics continue OUR magazine Last month Horrace Cain mentioned some policies ideas dues increase statements made honestly believe wrote own views membershiphis sacred right appears John Worth read Mr Cains column before printed Mr 805993 Worth devoted nearly 600 words column contradiction words thoughts Horrace Cain What kind 860538journalism feel Mr Worth took unfair advantage position Horrace Cain strongly over-reacted few words Horrace Cain further expect Mr Worth owes apology Horrace Council action IN THE FIRST PLACE THE MEMBERSHIP IS TIRED OF THIS KIND OF GARBAGE IN THE SEC OND PLACE IT APPEARS TO BE ATTEMPT TO SWAY THE OUTCOME OF 54545THE AMA ELECTION time just few months ago agreed stop using columns fashion Mr Worth paid salaried help would have better disposed have written Mr Cain privately copies Councilif simply matter taking issue Mr Cains position Just think Mr Worth may just have work Mr Cain next two years pending election Horrace SecretarylTreasur er predict Horrace Cain will elected Speaking using columns about pitch made last month Jim McNeill write-in campaign Unfair advantage Ill bet Horrace Cain Earl Witt wish could ba/lot Instead will allowed lot less space platform statement probably issue LETS GET THE ACT TOGETHER MR PRESIDENT AND COUNCIL Further predictions Earl Witt will new District III VP Homer Smith will re elected District Xl District voters will determine office popularity contest thr result efforts goals past perform ance contributions genuine interest performance District members Vote 84 Model Aviation Election ballots adult members bills 1982 AMA dues sent First Class Mail members early October Two return envelopes provided ballot should returned di rect AMAs auditor bill dues payment should returned AMA HQ other CRITICAL DEADLINES November 25 deadline postmark date return elec tion ballots Ballots postmarked after date will counted December 15 critical date renewals received AMA HQ order avoid missing publications date renewals must RECEIVED assure should mailed least week earlier Renewals received after December 15 will miss least issue Model Aviation AMA News depending upon publication choice man feel can model aviation New England YOU DO NOT HAVE TO RENEW MEM BERSHIP TO VOTESEND IN THE BAL LOT WITH YOUR CHOICE MARKED PLAINLY WITH X IN THE BOX NEXT TO THE NEXT VICE-PRESIDENT FOR NEW ENGLAND New Jesey York II DISTRICT REPORT John Byrne District II Vice-President 36-29 213 Street BaysideNY 11361 Aaaodate VIcaPraidenta Pete Blanching 260 S Broadway Yonkers NY 10705 Feank Dreach 9 Willow Ave. Piscataway NJ 08854 Hank Ukw 46 Cory Dr. Tome River NJ 08753 Adam Settler 50 Randi Rd No A-2 Schenectady NY 12309 Walt Throne 208 Windernere Rd Syracuse NY 13219 SECOND DISTRICT THOUGHTS have just informed Nats Executive Committee NEC decides Nats will held year will inspect Lakehurst NJ Naval Air Engineering Center October 3 evaluate base suitable site 1982 National Model Airplane Championships shall personally conduct 13 members committee Lakehurst day offer formal proposal upon occasion written proposal shall presented end result protracted efforts over period weeks involving exercise critical straightforward factual appraisal totally de void distortion exaggeration born excessive enthusiasm shall learn NEC decision concerning Lakehurst versus Lincoln NE alternately nominated site November meeting AMA Execu tive Council PARCS Pennsylvania Avenue Radio Con trol Society past editions column may have noticed number references PARCS example August issue ran picture its President Phil Cushman Bob Duran participating model show Chase Manhattan Plaza Wall Street area NYC same report featured another photo captioned See now busy Sunday Floyd Bennett Field famous PARCS Host Club think Floyd Bennett Field Brooklyn think Brooklynone must necessarily think PARCS ref erence 50th Anniversary Dedication Ceremonies Floyd Bennett Field October edition column com pulsory AMA space limitation 20 column inches 42 characters space width unfortunately did permit depth treatment like President Phil Cushman spearheaded effort other PARCS members worked hard make show what Hence obliged defer until present issue tribute participated memorable event month featuring PARCS Though Phil Cushman founding modelers club aware fact first experience PARCS occurred flew Rud der Bug Aerotrol early flying site near Pennsylvania Avenue Brooklyn 1961 Thereafter Phil club flew official permission Floyd Bennett Field US Navy base later site came under US Coast Guard juris diction Still later Floyd Bennett came part Gateway Recreational Area US Department Interiors National Park Service acting conjunction other local groups individuals PARCS played key role effort secure Floyd Bennett Field model flying site PARCS far know thus first club obtain formal permission regularly fly model aircraft such federal property serve host club field function PARCS has performed singular distinction Since its organiza tion 1956 PARCS has major force development model aviation generally outstanding District II club particular Its annual Romano Garb bello RC Meets have won respect have participated traditional classic am pleased announce its valuable contributions model aviation AMA Executive Council has voted PARCS shall receive Award Excellence Patrick Carey Sr sudden passing Pat Carey have lost dedicated model er highly respected gentleman have lost good friend have fortu nate enough know Pat Brian Silversmith Pats club has written such moving tribute Pat feel compelled share follows modeling community saddened loss outstanding modeler human Ohie sylvania West Vrrgirria III DISTRICT REPORT Dave Brown District Ill Vice-President 4560 Layhigh Rd Hamilton OH 45013 Amejase VimPreaidwsta JOE Biban 36980 Valley Forge Solon OH 44139 Prancia Pluharty 504 21st So. Vienna WV 26101 Corky Hairman SR 108 North Holgate OH 43527 Laird Jackeon 1025 Walnut St. Philadelphia PA 19107 Eragen Shelkay 217 Euclid Aw. Scottdale PA 15683 Shortly after writing last months column realized omitted Dave Latshas win Quarter Midget Nats list District III winners Sorry about Dave being written just returned World Championships RC Pattern Acapulco successfully defended second place again Oh well Im consistent least story covered magazines should interesting contest has such interesting facets earthquake night before contest bomb threat evacuated termi nated banquet US Team won District Ill member Mark Radcliff placing fifth Steve Helms placing seventh Earl Witt came down watch upon finding lone competitor Denmark helper volunteered call him did good job Another incident involv ing Earl slightly comic twist first scene Jim Clark Ireland crashed Pacific about 20 feet shoreline Earl charged shallow water retrieve model before undertow could take out sea tripped took unscheduled swim fully clothed being August 9 1981 Patrick Carey Glendale NY passed left huge void knew him Pat founder Vice-President New York Crazy 8s Model Airplane Club devoted hours hours time its membership took troubled youngsters under wing uniquely patient manner twinkle eye helped become better modelers better people well Before Patrick Carey buried August 12 1981 motorcade made stop Pats home away home Bonnie Carey described Forest Park Model Airfield Crazy 8s paid tribute memory flying eight men circle Pat would have proud see flying new kids recently teaching New York Crazy 8s have petitioned New York City Parks Department Forest Park Airfield renamed THE PATRICK CAREY MEMORIAL AIRFIELD have assured can done CD Rating Note have received number Contest Director Rating applications approval accompanied remittance $100 nothing Apparently senders aware aspiring CD must now take written test based upon portions AMA rule book pay $2000 fee Please comply require ments save yourself lot time GEAR UP AND LOCKED before successfully recovering model Thanks Earl showing good sportsmanship retrieving model must admit wish picture pratfall Americans evident large numbers officials supporters well team itself presence largely responsible successful conduct event field spite some overwhelm ing organizational problems other areas ATTENTION modelers southwest Ohio area high power transmitter has licensed made operational 7202 7216 just north Cincinnati beware problems frequencies applies adjacent areas other districts well short report month Im al ready past deadline submission Sorry about Delaware S Diotricr Calamiria Maryland North Caroline IVVirginia DISTRICT REPORT Chuck Foreman District IV Vice-President 607 Pohite Once Mechanicsville VA 23111 Amdat VimPruldeesU Wayne Abernathy 9205 Carendon 3 Upper Marlboro MD 20870 Bob Champion 205 Tipton Rd. Newport News VA 23606 Howard Crispin 611 Baechwood Cliarlotteneill@ VA 22901 V Bill Helma 2000 Tyvola Road Ctrarlotta NC 28210 Scotty Moyer 11 Orchard Lane Wilmington DE 19809 John Preston 7012 Elvira Court Pails Church VA 22042 Charles Spear 910 Holly Lane Mockevilte NC 27028 Have trying find time little work between Nats 81 Nats 82 planning meeting District IV meeting 1981 Trans-Am Its hard December 1981 85 couple weeks will going Lakehurst NJ look possible Nats site 1 982east coast yet Lakehurst doesnt work out have two other sites backup Lincoln NE Rena NV Hopefully Lake hurst will have support facilities flying area required Nats would great have coast believe day coming will have break up Nats host separate Nats category also request help special interest groups associated particular phase hobby/sport Nats has gotten too expensive small amount participation get also good fair flying sites getting very difficult find AMA Building Fund will break ground January 1982 new Headquarters building Thats far off folks Lets keep donations coming Headquarters still see some District IV members wearing gold brick Contact local AVP join Building Fund least buying gold brick latest District IV club loin growing list clubs have donated Building Fund Cumberland RC Club Fayetteville NC club raised money having raffle sent profit AMA Building Fund Maybe other clubs district will follow example Election Time year District IV mem bers will vote national office Secre tary/Treasurer own District IV people running office Next year will vote District VP now lets back Howard Crispin Secretary/Treas urer AMA District Meeting 1982 club group clubs Maryland Dela ware would interested hosting District IV AMA meeting 1982 pre ferred date would sometime during month October 1982 New AMA Patch help Richmond Area Radio Control Club Rich mond VA have come up new patch patch club officer responsible flying field operations control Its AMA wings oval patch words Field Marshal Richmond Club plans glue thin piece plywood pin back use identify field marshals field marshals see club rules followed during club flying sessions Whats Happening District IV Brainbusters Free Flight Club Dont forget Brainbusters Fall Free Flight Con test Contact Bob Chain pine details 804 5950997 Chesapeake Bay Radio Control Club CBRC newsletter Crab Rag AMA Building Fund has done pretty well brick will again appear September meeting can demonstrate support club AMA Remember As ye sow shall ye reap Tidewater Model Soaring Society TMSS has lost its members Pete Morrow died heart attack 8th August Pete doing what liked best sad event happened RC soaring fiends Blue Ridge Mountains Virginia Thats month am off Trans-Am Rally Greensboro NC District IV meeting will history time issue hits news standsj3d Alabama ida gia issippi to Rico V South tarolina essee DISTRICT REPORT Bill Mathews District V Vice-President 311 Poinciana Drive Birmingham AL 35209 Aaaodate Vdmu John Gorday 115 Seybeery Lane Jackson MS 39212 Richard Jackson 108 Thoreil. Charleston Heights SC 29405 Arthur Johnson 932 Banyan Or. Deiray Beach FL 33444 Phillip McDowell 6521 Rolling Fork Nsshvilte TN 37206 Joseph Mcallzoi SR 00866 Box 1532 FhleydO PR 00648 Ed Moornien 70 Fifth St. Shalimar FL 32579 Harry Sherans P0 Box 4506 Birnileahens AL 35208 Tom Thecker 2390 Lawrenceville Hwy L Decatur GA 30003 Conley Flyers South Atlanta temporarily lost flying field didnt bother Mark Murdock nearly much did club members Mark forethought build Drake II Model Aviation plans simply headed Lake Sinclair kept flying Its real change pace fly off water Its beautiful watch lift off see spray coming off hull Mark Murdock found solution lack hard turf fly fromfly water will last newsletter six little words started editorial John Cox former editor Martin County Modelers Slipstream Editors need d rest time time Most seem come back fortunately example Chris Joiner has started up Take-Off again after about years rest Maybe can get John back too after bit rest relaxation featured modeler Plane Ta/k news letter Capitol City RC Club Jackson MS first woman member CCRC Rachel Byrd Registered Nurse After help ing father build RC planes several years decided try herself currently flying QBA Trainer working Midwest Sweet Stick other clubs have women rosters Several Id venture guess Its just mans hobby weekend after Nats saw lot model aviation activity South Florida Fairgrounds West Palm Beach FL Florida Air Show Team kept busy flying 17 models throughout weekend South Florida Hobby Show Possibly hit show mid-air between Flying Bat Flying Witch picture below see two smiling faces smiling ecause time picture taken Third Puerto Rican Nats almost over Joseph Micalizzi CD wife Della kind enough house feed during visit PR Nats met great people definitely plan return Illinois C Indiana Kentucky C Missouri VI DISTRICT REPORT Horrace Cain District VI Vice-President 525 Weidner Road Buffalo Grove IL 80090 Associate VicePreaidassss Loren Holm843 Hill OrookQuiecy IL 62301 Frank Hughes 401 5 Birch Platoslsuro MO 84477 William Kern 1006 12th St. Bedford IN 47421 Glenn Lee 810 Mandrake Batavia IL 60510 Helen Olsen 820 Old Bonhoenme Onivarsity city MO 63132 Jim Sears P0 Box 308 Burgin KY 40310 Sill Zimmer Box 72 Verna IL 51375 Some workSome fly-Some win 86 Model Aviation vella Joseph Micalazzi have working promote Puerto Rican Nats past three years hard work paying off other modelers wives girl friends also hard workers will see later Kokomo IN ~ue Angels hard work tabulations recent Pat tern meet time number important issues need discussed Im still hold ing back huge backlog club news As new reports dwindle winter Ill use back log nowlets discuss some issues Politics QuestionWho will VP win S/T office AnswerThree current AVPs will presented Council emphasis will good job AMA District VI will go should fail win election would lame duck VP Ive already stated no third term effectiveness would considerably doubt therefore would probably better new VP represent makes question ir relevant election Frequencies live larger urban areas probably aware radio links gobbling up usable frequencies predict relief RC flying will seriously impaired end 1982 AMAs efforts directed industrial users has met no appreciable results Bob Aberle Chairman AMAs Frequen cy Committee has plans directions needs support AMAs no 1 priority sud denly became frequency acquisition think Mr Aberle would get job done club sent letter AMA President John Grigg home address section copy VP think Executive Coun cil would have furnish Mr Aberle whatever support thinks might need As Ive stud ied proposed 82 AMA budget believe adequate funds available could redirected strong frequency acquisi tion program club agrees letter past due November 7-8 Council meeting AMA has always paid bills FCC work think RC industry maturing adequately really assist endeavor another area AMA Secretary/Treasurer could really help AMA become link bringing AMA RC industry together united front towards common problem areas such FCC flying sites etc certainly would like give try Public Relations Recently received letter Jim Thomerson Collinsville IL number specific ideas about PR Jims thoughts included media coverage mainland Chinese teams Taft Russian/Polish/CL situation last year Indoor models Thats Incredible Jims letter answer forwarded Council members Associate VPs Theres lots food thought can contact resident AVP details let just say AMAs PR pro grams growing AMA Future 1r opinion AMA now young adult stage associations Remember 1418 saw no danger signals ever couldnt wait leave home came 20-25 age realized long summer va Iowa Michigan 0 Minnesota onsin VII DISTRICT REPORT Hardy Brodersen District VII Vrce-Prerdnnt P 0 Box 1104 Birmingham MI 4O1 2 Aesigant VicaPrasjdant Tony Isatiano 1655 Revere Dr. BrookfiatdWt 53006 Aaaaciage VimPrwdaats James Clark 4444 Woodview Dr. NE Cedar Rapids IA 52401 John C Lorbierki 5647 N 67th 55. MIlwaukee Mt 53218 Robert 0 Lundberg 4928 Tio St. Duluth MN 55804 William Roisring 4494 Tanglewood Tr. St 1mph Mt 49065 Scldniora 5013 Dorsats Dr. Madison WI 53711 Ron Seers 132 S Roslyn Pontiac Ml 48054 Terry Taytor 6308 Lombardy Lane Crystal MN 55428 newsy montha nice letter Diane Raboin Wasau RC Sportsmen Club Gotta work name Diane dis criminating against ladies like Diane Secretary club AMA charter 661 mentions club has af filiated AMA last 25 years Checking Carol Merfeld AMA Head quarters find current club charter program began 1965 record club shows first entry film De cember 8 1969 Obviously AMAs records less perfect Dianes goes say Over years clubs Secretary have seen midair collisions way said could never happen have seen very patient husband trying teach wife fly favorite saying wife say give up give up have also seen picnics sun sky wind very calm other picnic days wind blowing 50 miles hour fliers asking another thought really too windy fly have also seen flier son never seen him fly thought would show him cations no longer existed no shelter outside world time home no longer looked bad same time leaving financially restricted student days comfortable position paychecks noticed necessities life used after-tax income began realize meet todays needs prepare future needs couldnt afford everything wanted planned started working Now believe AMA young adult association same relative situation hobby/ sport has grown up So has AMA meet ing needs todayFCC new home building FAI increases membership AMA must maintain sound financial posi tion prepare tomorrow have ever-increasing workload can job job will will some growing pains yet come future bright now lets go get frequencies build AMA new home secure flying sites proud worlds best organi zation within worlds best hobby/sport Next Month State district Fun Fly results details ideas new CL con cepts progressive Peoria Area Wyre flyers testing revising ideas Happy Thanksgiving having plane doing loops didnt realize ground close Needless say plane no longer flyable could go hours just wanted let know club does exist have banquet spring year wife very welcome attend would very nice meet family Heres hoping hear nicest invitations Ive However wife attended Detroit Balsa Bug Banquet once. question old club looks like fun AMAs records dont reach back beyond beginning charter program 1965 box cigars Presi dent bouquet lady oldest club District VII provided chart ered now club Detroit Balsa Bugs charter 354 started during war 1944 1945 Gives something shoot Bob Kuntson Cedar Rapids IA chartered clubs mind asked AMA members district charter club members quick answer 40% District VII population 6982 167 clubs 25 Iowa 79 Michi gan 24 Minnesota 39 Wisconsin clubs record over 100 members Aero Radio Club 141 Sky Masters 137 CARDS 129 Detroit Aeromodelers 123 Twin City RC 116 Signal Seekers 110 Madison Area RC Society 104 St Paul MN RC 100 Im reading data sheet dont like figures club its omitted sound off know example Sky Masters have members including newly business partner Gods sake Nationally statistics 60% clubs have less 24 members 235%25 49 members 925%SO 74 4%75 99 15%laO 124 15%125 December 1981 87 IIIots airplanes ana plaques rdt unroert didnt give names photos Ill bet fellow left also writes column section cant lose fun fly Richard Hardy Logansport IN Thunderbirds sent pic ture Mr Mrs Robert Mclntire roasting pig annual fun fly family day Now theres fun fly some short fat VP just might schedule must visitl News Cedar Rapids Jim Clark AVP Jack Finn 53 Cedar Rapids Skyhawks RC Club piloted piston-engine-powered model new world FAI endurance record time 16 hours 43 minutes 3 seconds flight started 720 am Saturday August 29 ended after midnight engine running good landing record flight result over four years effort club members Skyhawks club project masterminded coordinated funded Dr Plenny Bates airplane basic high wing stick model OS Max 60 Cl engine blue printed modified Glen Die locally built custom capacitor discharge ignition system used Fuel Standard Oil leadfree blended research grade lube oil balsa sticks sheets donated late Glen Sigafoose Sig Manufacturing As part flight during night on-board markers ground-based lights required Jack said flying time difficult might believe would Jack has modeler youth builds flies ust about tvoes idek Som Pete Waters District VII RC Contest Board member reports have receiving increasing numbers queries area modelers concerning proposed new frequencies Briefly cant hope obtain sanctions before 1982 due government budget cutbacks hard working Frequency Committee has mod ified its requirements users new Hi Lo bands allow present equipment used frequency changes Without getting detailed discussion about fre quency comparison imaging TV channel interference forth will provide about 10 new spots 40 KHz spacing will require closer frequency control Per sonally feel may losing opportunity push development equipment could meet 10 KHz spacing thus advancing transmitter receiver state art immediately technology availableEuropeans use itand Mike Gilbertson stated Model Av/otion article using nine volts receiver allowed unit extensively selective meet specifications Maybe time will realize advantages type unit pay little fly much inter ference-free Around local area flying season has poor Pattern Flint Bright Ann Arbor cancelled various reasons Attendance Pontiac about half previous year Pylon entries ran about same last year Scale still lacks entries still attracts lots spectators Monster Scale better attended Fun Flies still have way go reach past attendance numbers Several clubs have run Fly Jerry events good success Livonia Ribcrackers running ing class RC Schoolcraft College paper FCC talking about elimi nating license requirement citizens band first Ive heard about Sounds like chaos am including picture winners Central Oklahoma Radio Control Soci etys recent Hot Dog Contest Colorado as Nebraska S Wyor DISTRICT REPORT Travis McGinnis District IX Vice-President 8027 W 81s1 Circle Arvada 00 80005 Aaaocieu Vlce4mMnu Charles Brannon 2220 Maripose Elsd. Cooper WY 82601 Ed Coo 8209 Linden Dr Prairie Village KS 68206 Dick Crowley 18413 5 Stanford P1 Aurora CO 80015 Glen Lao 3701 544th St Lincolr NE 88506 flm Metoem 429 Dogwood Grafton ND 88237 Jim Ricketts S16S Cloudas Sioux Falls SD 571 03 VIII DISTRICT REPORT Ted White District VIII VicePresideest 1109 Greendale Bedford TX 76021 Ameiso VlcaPreaidmws Bob Friedl 5512 Soutliwood Little Rock AR 72205 William Hurley III 927 Commerce Pleesanton TX 78064 Dan Persons 11809 Fulmer NE Albuquerque NM 87111 Ed Perez 1102W Tarrant Rd Grand Prairie TX 75050 Al Raba 1904 Valley Oak Cs Irving TX 75061 Larry Sartor 1415 Manor Dr Bartleaville OK 74003 Ed Shearer 3416 David Dr Metairie LA 70003 Saturday last writing received advanced issue Model Aviation same manner AVPs Well Ed Perez called sum total conversation centered around Executive Director John Worths mud slinging tactics regarding Horrace Cains bid Secretary/Treasurer upcoming elections Perez continued interesting note about year ago John Worth crying loud est over electioneering taking place within columns can say living interesting times' Ed goes say should let employee dictate AMA policy responsi bility belongs Council Therefore Council members need relieve Execu tive Director vote now presently has Council opinion would resolve problems continued discussion about proposed Bylaws change would just As Ive stated past feel AMA top heavy trend should go other direction vein support Horrace Cain Secretary/Treasurer has good ideas improve AMA Enough politics supposed Oklahoma City put air show TORKS September 27th couldnt make because car problems apologize Southwestern Regionals month events seemed go well Atten dance fair Metroplex Fun Fly going well got challenge Houston bunch called us bunch turkeys chal lenged us World Champion Fun Fly held somewhere neutral like Waco have doing lot airshows real airplanes model Lost good friend Keith Allen practicing Pitts Lost engine went Lots other stuff going onthings too numerous mention have having lots trouble around 72 MC recently 75 Sure wish somebody would get stick Six meters seems safe place Its getting crowded Lots talking bootleg ging 35 MC sure could use some safe frequencies Buddy Irwin says read months column short due long windedness last month contest season has best District IX has experienced inalong time newsletters reflect accurately what has happened Entry numbers up last year travel events away home has loosened up some Sport Scale large Scale models showing up frequently flying better ever Geoff Styles myself recently shared 88 Model Aviation tiHI Kene Pitman Sulphur OK list Pat Jones Edmond OK 2nd Robert Billington Oklahoma City 3rd Ed Perez Grand Prairie TX 4th Rick Pedings Norman CD Arkansas siana Meolco homa Texas Arvada Associated Modelers Colorado entry Annual Harvest Festi val Parade float featured Quarter Scale Pitts towing Aquila Sailplane float used variety model planes including CL FF Indoor/Outdoor course RC indi cating diversity interests club fine words appreciation city local government officials Good PR effort community support Keep up good work neat experience Casper Wyoming Aeromodelers club full coopera tion city Casper has just completed two five year planning implementation process securing super model airport site However project took shape dedicated September something like four years ahead schedule Now people have got something going could take lessons Geoff plans complete article Caspers success Ill steal thunder congratulations Casper Aero modelers new super field Look some major meets group future District IX proud Caspers mod elers Keep up good work News Kansas City area AVP Ed Cox indicates series Indoor meets will interest November 28Fun Fly 3 5 pm December 12Fun Fly 3 5 pm January 16Fun Fly 3 5 pm February 20AMA Scale Peanut Scale Contest 3 7 pm March 20Easy B Duration Contest 3 7 pm events being held Westport Roanoak Com munity Center Contact persons Roger Schroeder 913-648-4265 Bill Waite 9135376663 Boost AMA Building Fund Ask Associate Vice-Presidents information club individual can make contribution much needed investment future Model Aviation Arizona S California ii da S Utah x DISTRICT REPORT Jim Scarborough District X Vice-President 30707 Roe LaO9iOS Ranicho Paos Verdes CA 90274 Maoaat VimPrswdenta Glenn Caner 2020 Gill Port Lane Walnut Cwek CA 94598 Alex Chisolm 1100 West Shaw Frenno CA 93711 Lonnie Kroeer 2401 Zafra Co Las vegen N\ 89102 John Pond 4269 Syoko Circle Sen Jose CA 96136 BobReynoldaHt8 Box6lTucaonAZ85710 Betty Stream 3723 Snowde, Aw Lonq Beech CA 90808 KeIth Whitney 4486 Juniter Dr Salt Lake Cloy LIT 84117 recently visited club San Diego has real live wire its president name Ed Haas invited down Ed largely instrumental club securing flying site carried seven months negotiations eventually successful arrived early Ed took restau rant features World War type motif restaurant resembles ready room Its called 94th Aero Squadron met two other officers club Jim Haig Vice-President Mark Ebert Secretary/Treasurer fine meal quite sideshow outside entertainment restaurant private airport happened Goodyear blimp using mooring base weekend blimp made some landings takeoffs just outside window eating Ed said ordered show especially Later club meeting met talked lot members cozy group club called Pacific Coast Flyers has membership around 20 try keep small showed Modelings Grand Illusions raved about Just four days later headed Cen tral California visit Modesto RC Club invited up Bob Andrews met earlier FAI Soaring Championship Sacramento Bobs wife went lot trouble make roast beef dinner never got eat Im getting ahead myself Sit down grab socks Booger cause tale will knock out em flew up Golden Gate Airlines Its often referred Golden Late Have great wait Golden Late etc plane hour late arriving Los Angeles International no announcement would late never explanation finally asked Now some reason plane makes scheduled stop Stockton about five minutes air Modesto After sitting plane 30 minutes told us wasnt going further tonight Thats said told us go terminal theyd get van bus us Modesto About another half hour later along comes bus get board leave Modestoabout 25 minute trip half hour later passengers lives area told bus driver dont know youre going bus driver allowed didnt know passenger began giving instructions arrived destination about 45 minutes after leaving Stockton now its 815 club meeting scheduled start 730 met airport Bob Andrews Rick Hansen later ran meeting meeting delayed till arrived ate roast beef sand wich way meeting Bobs wife thoughtfully sent along arrived meeting site sprawling ranch house owned club member Dwight Cathcart found second club joined Modesto bunch see call themselves RC Flyers Unlimited managed win door prizes helped take some sting out evening Also Dwights wife prepared peach pie ice cream sure hit spot After waiting arrive club enjoyed movie Modelings Grand Illusions also opened wallets Dick Hanstad Bob Andrews bought bronze patches support AMAs Building Fund Bob also bought lapel pin spent night Bobs house next morning took airport curious what Golden Gate store day prompt arrived home time However three days later went out business wonder why. Nevada AVP Lonnie Kroeber tells local club SODA held get together local modelers well surrounding cities put big swap meet lobby Continental Hotel good time Lonnie goes tell RC car racing going hot heavy banked dirt track says Tomiya MRC dune buggy hot item second track being built other end town John Ferrer belongs club Thunderbugs latest small group buy $50 gold patch makes four sold club about Have bought some thing make tax deductible donation AMAs Building Fund See nearest AVP write Lets see AMA ends up buiding youll proud will museum can stop visit youre area Own part time year travel budget gets slim Long distance trips mighty hard fund late year Nows time schedule visit early next year budgets fat However case write well work something out Dont forget Ive got display booth compliment mall show club display Write Ill ship No cost Thermals Alaska o C Montana on e Wastiingron XI DISTRICT REPORT Homer Smith District XI Vice-President 1417 NW 191st Street Seattle WA 98177 Aseocrate vicePraidenu Al Culver 1607 S von Elm PotelIo ID 83201 Simon Dreese Hr 1 Boo 48 BrOadniew MT 59015 Ed McCollounh 63 SE 61 Portland DR 97216 Bruce Nelson 807 B vicksburg So. Spokane WA 99205 Don Connell 22925 21st Ave. S. Des Moines WA 95188 Don zipoy 21418 NE Main St. Redmond WA 98052 have new AVP district Don Connell has agreed take responsi bility will concentrate handling RC matters western Washington Don very active Im sure known will taking over Oly Recio has RC AVP western Washington several years Oly has reduce hobby activities recently due pressures work Oly deserves big thank us devoting time help Thank Oly welcome aboard Don Most may have heard about First Annual Northwest Model Exposition held February 6 & 7 1982 Western Washington Fairgrounds Puyallup WA Mount Rainier RC Society sponsoring event expects largest model exposition ever held Pacific northwest will static model displays con testants manufacturers displays rep resentatives trophies door prizes draw ings giant swap meet planned will banquet live music guest speakers Demonstrations types expected including RC aircraft RC boats RC cars RC helicopters Control Line comforts have planned display area 2400 square feet heated Food beverages will available plenty parkingall within quick access freeways Motels recre ational vehicle parking within reasonable distances looks like really great event should winter plans can get information map accommoda tions list etc writing Northwest Model Exposition 10611 136th St East Puyallup WA 98371 will AMA district meeting Northwest Exposition Keep eyes open notice time location meeting Everyone invited clubs should come prepared plan 1982 RC competi tion schedule See December1981 89 JUNIO FLIGHTNf Box 176 Wall St Sta New D WHITT York NY 10005 Can Learn Observing story Christopher Graves young Control Line modeler first flight quite some time Chris watched older modelers prepare models watched fly helped little things whenever could Because really ex cited about flying tried very hard understand what experienced modelers did . learned finally came time own first flight w Australia Graves Chris dad has fly ing Control Line 12 years often took youngest son Chris workshop flying field keep him company Eventually young Chris given old AA kit gathering dust older brothers helped him build Flying would come Chris got bigger plane finished put shelf just sat day Chris would ask dad time now meantime out field Chris studied older boys flew Finally birthday day Chris go field try fly flying friends wanted get circle him Chris told Go sit down grass tell see bug Chris dad resigned patching up damage everyones surprise Chris up flying himself After making two three wavy circles flying straight level no assistance anyone Just before motor quit Chris did wing over landed just beauti fully happy boy proud daddy Christopher still flying same plane no damage whatsoever now older fliers going out develop Chris talent especially Frank want congratulate Chris Graves fine beginning Keep up Chris also want point out other beginners YOU CAN LEARN BY OBSERVATION takes concentration takes desire learn can learn want So what crash sh again dont worry about just keep building flying Keep watching others Keep ask ing questions note older experienced modelers help kids watch extremely rewarding experience see improve point going bring articles Junior Flight Control Line flying future Eagle Talk location fore- aft- Balance Points model equal importance angular differences propeller wing stabilizer Recently Junior Flight have empha sized necessity beginners aware of factors building ad justing model good beginners model allows wing moved forward back Moving wing shifts Balance Point relative wing body placed front wing correct stalls rear wing correct dives An approximate three degrees angular difference between wing stabilizer good place start move wing back forth little time achieve good glide models especially flying scale wing permanently located such cases actual weight clay lead foil has added usually nose reach proper balance some cases Balance Point before weight adjustment far forward rear ward usually toward tail im possible adjust model changing incidence angles thrust line such instances stable flight achieved can critical easily upset little gust wind initial burst torq ue So sure major portion fore-and-aft adjusting having Balance Point right place About 50% back leading edge wing sensi ble place beginner start model plans kits magazines should show designers experience model location Balance Point upward pointing arrow Start model balance change location carefully trim model conjunction changes elevator setting and/or downthrust should note have very care ful call point model BALANCE POINT Actually course adjusting CENTER OF GRAVITY technically Center Gravity some line running vertically through Balance Point very close Center Line looking model top Designers drawing up plans sometimes confuse two indicating Center Gravity what really foreand aft- Balance Point Magazines kit manufacturers should careful let inaccuracy occur no matter its Balance Point after Just sure YOU pay attention important element model Once again unseen parts model far keys success Neat insignia make model pretty cor rect fundamentals make fly Slowpoke INDOOR MODEL SUPPLY Box C Garberville CA 95440 has come up some beginners Indoor kits can really stick neck out recommend thats Lew Gitlow has two light weight all-balsa models plastic props can flown indoors micro film boys arent looking outdoors evening calm two lightweight all-balsa hand-launched gliders too model really gets though Slowpoke has configuration Indoor model ats important AMA Cubs just dont hack Indoor models dont fly like Slowpoke does look like Indoor model may have plastic prop may have fairly heavy wood beginner can handle may fly very long Slow poke will get beginner out Delta Dart rut way successful flying doors Send Lew catalogue $100 learn about good stuff has offer * * * Thats now see next month 90 Model Aviation Christopher Graves Detroit Ml Slowpoke real beginners Indoor model