On the Fly Late-breaking news from Headquarters
Museum Acquisition
AMA’s National Model Aviation Museum has acquired an exciting piece of aeromodeling history: an Army Air Corps OQ-2A target drone (US Navy designation TDD-1).
The OQ-2A is the first production radio-controlled aircraft used by the US military and, as such, fills a void in the collection.
—Michael Smith National Model Aviation Museum Curator
AMA at AirVenture Oshkosh 2003
AMA members who plan on attending AirVenture Oshkosh 2003 in Oshkosh, Wisconsin (July 29–August 4) should remember to visit the AMA display, which will be located just outside the south entrance of exhibit hangar A.
—Jay Mealy AMA Programs Director
2003 AMA Homecoming
The 2003 AMA Homecoming took place June 6–8 at AMA Headquarters’ International Aeromodeling Center. A total of 72 AMA members flew Radio Control (RC), and approximately 15 members participated in each of Control Line (CL) and Free Flight (FF) during the weekend. Members from 13 states and one member from Canada attended.
Local boat, kite, and rocket clubs managed operations at those areas. Many kites and rockets flew each day, and the boat pond saw steady activity.
Roughly 250 members and their families were treated to a catered dinner under a large tent at the RC flightline.
Homecoming is a great time for AMA members to enjoy the International Aeromodeling Center in a relaxed “fly for fun” atmosphere. Plans are underway for the 2004 event, to be held June 4–6. We hope to see you there!
—Steve Kaulf Technical Director
2003 AMA Grand Event
The 2003 AMA Grand Event, held in Des Moines, Iowa, June 6–8, was a great success. More than 6,000 people enjoyed hands-on activities ranging from assisted RC and CL flights to operating RC cars and boats. Kids and adults made model rockets, kites, parachutes, and gliders that they were able to take home after flying.
AMA thanks the Des Moines Modelaires for hosting the event and everybody who helped make it a memorable experience.
—Ilona Maine 2003 AMA Grand Event Project Coordinator
New Life Members
The Academy of Model Aeronautics recently welcomed new Life Members:
- Vincent A. Rodriguez (L869)
- Merrill Hopkins (L363)
- James R. Bristle (L568)
- Owen C. McGarity (L697)
For information about becoming a Life Member, contact AMA Headquarters at (800) 435-9262.
—Membership Department
Transcribed from original scans by AI. Minor OCR errors may remain.
