Bob Underwood 5Zfkuzvu So youre aeromodeling newcomer about become between ages 9 90 Since reading column might AMA member have come contact member shared magazine Perhaps reading school library Whether first contact Model Aviation AMA have AMA period time may wonder what organization really about Academy Model Aeronautics dates 1936 Originally much youth-oriented heavily competitive nature Events sponsored major corporations dominant part its makeup take time study bylaws Membership Manual mailed members year will find long list goals classify AMA academy learning-type organization will also find class membership known Leader Members Initially individuals adult advisors youth-oriented organization now serve guidance Executive CouncilAMAs volunteer board directorswhich among other things votes bylaw changes Through years AMA has agedit has become populated older adults Today fastest growing membership classifications Senior Citizen65 older However increased focus education establishment $1 Youth Membership 1998 dramatic increase Youth through age 19 classification Another change centers around fact AMA no longer primarily competition-oriented group far largest percentage members fly recreational purposes Several years ago through study sanctioned rulebook contests percentage overall membership participated types events less 10% added non-rulebook events such competitive fun-flys number closer 15% large number AMA members never get beyond word insurance think reasons belonging Thats because first contact AMA might have local flying site hobby shop told about need insurance although probably last things thought about approaching hobby AMA insurance company However through membership does provide various types coverage important liability coverage logic spending few dollars year such coverage supplement homeowners insurance might have History current litigation climate country strongly suggests important however look beyond insurance thinking about AMA much organization although items intangible sheet lists 34 reasons join AMA published time time distributed trade shows Following few items Government Liaison Throughout years AMA has monitored government actions impact hobbyespecially actions two agencies Federal Aviation Administration FAA Federal Communications Commission FCC Academy has just monitored activity has taken proactive stance ways 70 Model Aviation has always satisfied Academys self-regulation airspace has content publish general guidelines model operationnot regulations such As FCC radio frequencies enjoy result direct action Academy working through group technically-oriented members Frequency Committee attorney later years Radio Control Manufacturers Association RCMA AMA maintains continuous relationship developments retaining services attorney Washington DC also other agencies AMA touches Clubs strongest programs within Academy chartered clubs almost 2500 around country ranging size handful members hundreds individuals local level clubs provide nucleus around individuals may approach community flying site development Sometimes site location becomes chicken-egg story often energetic individual locates site club grows Other times unified group people club convinces property owner governmental agency site develops either case AMA provides site owner special levels insurance coverage often seals pact insurance assistance available Headquarters along various documents Competition stated earlier bulk membership competition-oriented Academys commitment its support has brought about important aeromodeling developments First can seen sports competition fuels product development average Sunday flier may need cutting-edge technology engines yesterdays competition engines Second competition creates venues attract others promote public recognition Often Academy doesnt best job promoting could however major events reach beyond choir often competitive nature exceptions such some events put International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA Third competition captures 72 Model Aviation inued page 77 Newcomers/Underwood Continued page 72 significant number persons beyond actual competitors Most contests have participants form judges timers hot-dog grillers ticket takers tabulators whatever fliers people help Generally because enjoy competition vicarious fashion Qops shouldnt forget modeler spectators participate special way Model Aviation month members receive issue magazine attempts serve element hobby word attempt stressed because virtually impossible cover type aeromodeling activity especially monthly basis Unlike hobbies aeromodeling spans wide range interests rubber power turbines flying sites museum club activity Executive Council policy its real reach publication serves members well encouraged look various sections order gain better understanding what AMA about host other sides AMA ranging international representation through Federation Aeronautique International FAI located Olympic Headquarters Lausanne Switzerland International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana scholarship programs $20000 available year high school seniors headed colleges universities financial programs club assistance also liaison hobby industry now nationally recognized trade show held year through AMA auspices ADC can learn about Academy Model Aeronautics As mentioned earlier reading publication will help also spend some time looking documents available including Membership Manual Competition Regulations Documents specific concerns can also obtained include insurance matters flying site assistance instructor programs club chartering Study Web site note Guide Member Services page publication lists departments Headquarters reach also wont want miss growing listing goodies available through merchandising catalog AMA seeks responsive needs dont always get right remember member-based organization Yes theres board directors Executive Council members elected membership Yes theres Headquarters staff directed policy developed Executive Council Thus ultimate authority rests members really understand AMA visit site Muncie As tour museum utilize Lee Renaud Memorial Library fly sites will acquire better feel dynamic growing nature organization Talk staff trade shows around country make point seeking out district vice president associate vice presidents Become knowledgeable viable part organization Remember hear people say doesnt AMA this really saying doesnt collective newcomer oldtimer competitor Sunday flier young old AMA 4Em Just got BETTER Continuous Mini-Belt Replacement Sanding Belts Available 1 Easy flu-12 Ready flywwwcermarkcom 20 mm * Innovative * Imaginative * Easy travel * Easy assemble * Best Easy Fly Motor Mabuchi 550 Prop 8 x 45Battery 72 V/Sub-C Radio 2 3 chWing Span 72 Length 40 inWeight 46 oz Wing Area 522 sq Replacement parts available Cermarks Easy Etectro-72 excellent glider beginner advanced flyer interested trying out electric flight -S&E Model 8/9-98 Steve Sharpe Now available local hobby shop call us number below K 107 EDWARD AVE FULLERTON CA 92833 Info714 680-5888 Fax714 680-5880 DEALERS INQUiRiES WELCOME May1999 77 V New generation 99% ARF Mini-Strips Replacement Strips Available Mini Sander Mini-Belt $485 Applied Design Corporailan PO Box 3384 Torrance CA 90510 e 310-375-4120 Add 2t% shipping Send SASE Catalog
Edition: Model Aviation - 1999/05
Page Numbers: 70, 72, 77
Edition: Model Aviation - 1999/05
Page Numbers: 70, 72, 77
Bob Underwood 5Zfkuzvu So youre aeromodeling newcomer about become between ages 9 90 Since reading column might AMA member have come contact member shared magazine Perhaps reading school library Whether first contact Model Aviation AMA have AMA period time may wonder what organization really about Academy Model Aeronautics dates 1936 Originally much youth-oriented heavily competitive nature Events sponsored major corporations dominant part its makeup take time study bylaws Membership Manual mailed members year will find long list goals classify AMA academy learning-type organization will also find class membership known Leader Members Initially individuals adult advisors youth-oriented organization now serve guidance Executive CouncilAMAs volunteer board directorswhich among other things votes bylaw changes Through years AMA has agedit has become populated older adults Today fastest growing membership classifications Senior Citizen65 older However increased focus education establishment $1 Youth Membership 1998 dramatic increase Youth through age 19 classification Another change centers around fact AMA no longer primarily competition-oriented group far largest percentage members fly recreational purposes Several years ago through study sanctioned rulebook contests percentage overall membership participated types events less 10% added non-rulebook events such competitive fun-flys number closer 15% large number AMA members never get beyond word insurance think reasons belonging Thats because first contact AMA might have local flying site hobby shop told about need insurance although probably last things thought about approaching hobby AMA insurance company However through membership does provide various types coverage important liability coverage logic spending few dollars year such coverage supplement homeowners insurance might have History current litigation climate country strongly suggests important however look beyond insurance thinking about AMA much organization although items intangible sheet lists 34 reasons join AMA published time time distributed trade shows Following few items Government Liaison Throughout years AMA has monitored government actions impact hobbyespecially actions two agencies Federal Aviation Administration FAA Federal Communications Commission FCC Academy has just monitored activity has taken proactive stance ways 70 Model Aviation has always satisfied Academys self-regulation airspace has content publish general guidelines model operationnot regulations such As FCC radio frequencies enjoy result direct action Academy working through group technically-oriented members Frequency Committee attorney later years Radio Control Manufacturers Association RCMA AMA maintains continuous relationship developments retaining services attorney Washington DC also other agencies AMA touches Clubs strongest programs within Academy chartered clubs almost 2500 around country ranging size handful members hundreds individuals local level clubs provide nucleus around individuals may approach community flying site development Sometimes site location becomes chicken-egg story often energetic individual locates site club grows Other times unified group people club convinces property owner governmental agency site develops either case AMA provides site owner special levels insurance coverage often seals pact insurance assistance available Headquarters along various documents Competition stated earlier bulk membership competition-oriented Academys commitment its support has brought about important aeromodeling developments First can seen sports competition fuels product development average Sunday flier may need cutting-edge technology engines yesterdays competition engines Second competition creates venues attract others promote public recognition Often Academy doesnt best job promoting could however major events reach beyond choir often competitive nature exceptions such some events put International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA Third competition captures 72 Model Aviation inued page 77 Newcomers/Underwood Continued page 72 significant number persons beyond actual competitors Most contests have participants form judges timers hot-dog grillers ticket takers tabulators whatever fliers people help Generally because enjoy competition vicarious fashion Qops shouldnt forget modeler spectators participate special way Model Aviation month members receive issue magazine attempts serve element hobby word attempt stressed because virtually impossible cover type aeromodeling activity especially monthly basis Unlike hobbies aeromodeling spans wide range interests rubber power turbines flying sites museum club activity Executive Council policy its real reach publication serves members well encouraged look various sections order gain better understanding what AMA about host other sides AMA ranging international representation through Federation Aeronautique International FAI located Olympic Headquarters Lausanne Switzerland International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana scholarship programs $20000 available year high school seniors headed colleges universities financial programs club assistance also liaison hobby industry now nationally recognized trade show held year through AMA auspices ADC can learn about Academy Model Aeronautics As mentioned earlier reading publication will help also spend some time looking documents available including Membership Manual Competition Regulations Documents specific concerns can also obtained include insurance matters flying site assistance instructor programs club chartering Study Web site note Guide Member Services page publication lists departments Headquarters reach also wont want miss growing listing goodies available through merchandising catalog AMA seeks responsive needs dont always get right remember member-based organization Yes theres board directors Executive Council members elected membership Yes theres Headquarters staff directed policy developed Executive Council Thus ultimate authority rests members really understand AMA visit site Muncie As tour museum utilize Lee Renaud Memorial Library fly sites will acquire better feel dynamic growing nature organization Talk staff trade shows around country make point seeking out district vice president associate vice presidents Become knowledgeable viable part organization Remember hear people say doesnt AMA this really saying doesnt collective newcomer oldtimer competitor Sunday flier young old AMA 4Em Just got BETTER Continuous Mini-Belt Replacement Sanding Belts Available 1 Easy flu-12 Ready flywwwcermarkcom 20 mm * Innovative * Imaginative * Easy travel * Easy assemble * Best Easy Fly Motor Mabuchi 550 Prop 8 x 45Battery 72 V/Sub-C Radio 2 3 chWing Span 72 Length 40 inWeight 46 oz Wing Area 522 sq Replacement parts available Cermarks Easy Etectro-72 excellent glider beginner advanced flyer interested trying out electric flight -S&E Model 8/9-98 Steve Sharpe Now available local hobby shop call us number below K 107 EDWARD AVE FULLERTON CA 92833 Info714 680-5888 Fax714 680-5880 DEALERS INQUiRiES WELCOME May1999 77 V New generation 99% ARF Mini-Strips Replacement Strips Available Mini Sander Mini-Belt $485 Applied Design Corporailan PO Box 3384 Torrance CA 90510 e 310-375-4120 Add 2t% shipping Send SASE Catalog
Edition: Model Aviation - 1999/05
Page Numbers: 70, 72, 77
Bob Underwood 5Zfkuzvu So youre aeromodeling newcomer about become between ages 9 90 Since reading column might AMA member have come contact member shared magazine Perhaps reading school library Whether first contact Model Aviation AMA have AMA period time may wonder what organization really about Academy Model Aeronautics dates 1936 Originally much youth-oriented heavily competitive nature Events sponsored major corporations dominant part its makeup take time study bylaws Membership Manual mailed members year will find long list goals classify AMA academy learning-type organization will also find class membership known Leader Members Initially individuals adult advisors youth-oriented organization now serve guidance Executive CouncilAMAs volunteer board directorswhich among other things votes bylaw changes Through years AMA has agedit has become populated older adults Today fastest growing membership classifications Senior Citizen65 older However increased focus education establishment $1 Youth Membership 1998 dramatic increase Youth through age 19 classification Another change centers around fact AMA no longer primarily competition-oriented group far largest percentage members fly recreational purposes Several years ago through study sanctioned rulebook contests percentage overall membership participated types events less 10% added non-rulebook events such competitive fun-flys number closer 15% large number AMA members never get beyond word insurance think reasons belonging Thats because first contact AMA might have local flying site hobby shop told about need insurance although probably last things thought about approaching hobby AMA insurance company However through membership does provide various types coverage important liability coverage logic spending few dollars year such coverage supplement homeowners insurance might have History current litigation climate country strongly suggests important however look beyond insurance thinking about AMA much organization although items intangible sheet lists 34 reasons join AMA published time time distributed trade shows Following few items Government Liaison Throughout years AMA has monitored government actions impact hobbyespecially actions two agencies Federal Aviation Administration FAA Federal Communications Commission FCC Academy has just monitored activity has taken proactive stance ways 70 Model Aviation has always satisfied Academys self-regulation airspace has content publish general guidelines model operationnot regulations such As FCC radio frequencies enjoy result direct action Academy working through group technically-oriented members Frequency Committee attorney later years Radio Control Manufacturers Association RCMA AMA maintains continuous relationship developments retaining services attorney Washington DC also other agencies AMA touches Clubs strongest programs within Academy chartered clubs almost 2500 around country ranging size handful members hundreds individuals local level clubs provide nucleus around individuals may approach community flying site development Sometimes site location becomes chicken-egg story often energetic individual locates site club grows Other times unified group people club convinces property owner governmental agency site develops either case AMA provides site owner special levels insurance coverage often seals pact insurance assistance available Headquarters along various documents Competition stated earlier bulk membership competition-oriented Academys commitment its support has brought about important aeromodeling developments First can seen sports competition fuels product development average Sunday flier may need cutting-edge technology engines yesterdays competition engines Second competition creates venues attract others promote public recognition Often Academy doesnt best job promoting could however major events reach beyond choir often competitive nature exceptions such some events put International Miniature Aircraft Association IMAA Third competition captures 72 Model Aviation inued page 77 Newcomers/Underwood Continued page 72 significant number persons beyond actual competitors Most contests have participants form judges timers hot-dog grillers ticket takers tabulators whatever fliers people help Generally because enjoy competition vicarious fashion Qops shouldnt forget modeler spectators participate special way Model Aviation month members receive issue magazine attempts serve element hobby word attempt stressed because virtually impossible cover type aeromodeling activity especially monthly basis Unlike hobbies aeromodeling spans wide range interests rubber power turbines flying sites museum club activity Executive Council policy its real reach publication serves members well encouraged look various sections order gain better understanding what AMA about host other sides AMA ranging international representation through Federation Aeronautique International FAI located Olympic Headquarters Lausanne Switzerland International Aeromodeling Center Muncie Indiana scholarship programs $20000 available year high school seniors headed colleges universities financial programs club assistance also liaison hobby industry now nationally recognized trade show held year through AMA auspices ADC can learn about Academy Model Aeronautics As mentioned earlier reading publication will help also spend some time looking documents available including Membership Manual Competition Regulations Documents specific concerns can also obtained include insurance matters flying site assistance instructor programs club chartering Study Web site note Guide Member Services page publication lists departments Headquarters reach also wont want miss growing listing goodies available through merchandising catalog AMA seeks responsive needs dont always get right remember member-based organization Yes theres board directors Executive Council members elected membership Yes theres Headquarters staff directed policy developed Executive Council Thus ultimate authority rests members really understand AMA visit site Muncie As tour museum utilize Lee Renaud Memorial Library fly sites will acquire better feel dynamic growing nature organization Talk staff trade shows around country make point seeking out district vice president associate vice presidents Become knowledgeable viable part organization Remember hear people say doesnt AMA this really saying doesnt collective newcomer oldtimer competitor Sunday flier young old AMA 4Em Just got BETTER Continuous Mini-Belt Replacement Sanding Belts Available 1 Easy flu-12 Ready flywwwcermarkcom 20 mm * Innovative * Imaginative * Easy travel * Easy assemble * Best Easy Fly Motor Mabuchi 550 Prop 8 x 45Battery 72 V/Sub-C Radio 2 3 chWing Span 72 Length 40 inWeight 46 oz Wing Area 522 sq Replacement parts available Cermarks Easy Etectro-72 excellent glider beginner advanced flyer interested trying out electric flight -S&E Model 8/9-98 Steve Sharpe Now available local hobby shop call us number below K 107 EDWARD AVE FULLERTON CA 92833 Info714 680-5888 Fax714 680-5880 DEALERS INQUiRiES WELCOME May1999 77 V New generation 99% ARF Mini-Strips Replacement Strips Available Mini Sander Mini-Belt $485 Applied Design Corporailan PO Box 3384 Torrance CA 90510 e 310-375-4120 Add 2t% shipping Send SASE Catalog
