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Academy of Model Aeronautics Academy of Model Aeronautics is a non-profit organization advocating for the hobby of model aviation.
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Congratulations, Martin Joson!
10/23/2026

Congratulations, Martin Joson!

🛫💗 Please join us in congratulating Martin Joson, the FIRST-PLACE WINNER of the AMA Foundation's Pink Ribbon Good-Themed Build Contest! 💗🛫

The AMA Foundation thanks everyone who participated in this contest. Each submitted build impressed our panel of judges and helped take this competition to new heights!

👉 Learn more about the PRG-Themed Build Contest: modelaircraft.org/prgbuild

🏆 Learn more about the PRG-Themed Build Contest's winning submissions: https://amafoundation.modelaircraft.org/posts/winners-of-the-prg-themed-build-contest

Update on the International Aeromodeling Center
10/20/2026

Update on the International Aeromodeling Center

Many of you have questions about AMA’s future and what it could mean for our flying sites, clubs, and model aviation communities. These are important issues ...

AMA Scholarship Application is Now OpenAre you planning to attend college, university, trade school, or another post-sec...
10/19/2026

AMA Scholarship Application is Now Open

Are you planning to attend college, university, trade school, or another post-secondary program? The AMA Foundation may be able to help!

Each year, the AMA Foundation awards scholarships to students who are pursuing their education and have a connection to model aviation. Nearly $40,000 is available through the AMA Scholarship program, with qualified students eligible to receive up to $15,000 in financial aid for the 2027–2028 academic year.

To learn more: https://www.amaflightschool.org/blog/ama-scholarship-application-now-open

Explore the thrilling world of RC model flying with AMA Flight School. Dive into our rich collection of blogs, tips, and tutorials designed to elevate your flying skills. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced pilot, our expert advice answers all your 'How do I?' questions, guiding you through....

An Important Update on Our Muncie PropertyWe want to reach out to you directly because information about a possible sale...
10/09/2026

An Important Update on Our Muncie Property

We want to reach out to you directly because information about a possible sale involving our property in Muncie, Indiana, the International Aeromodeling Center that has been our home for more than three decades, has started to reach some of you. We want you to hear directly from us.

We understand that this news raises real questions and concerns. This land has hosted the National Aeromodeling Championships (Nats), the National Model Aviation Museum, and countless memories for our members and clubs, and we do not take any step involving it lightly.

Here is what we can tell you today. AMA is evaluating an opportunity involving this property as part of our ongoing responsibility to plan thoughtfully for the organization's long-term future. This evaluation remains in its early stages, is subject to a number of requirements and conditions, and may not move forward. Confidentiality during this stage of a transaction is standard practice in any real estate process; it protects the integrity of the discussions while so much remains undetermined and it is not a reflection of how much we value you or this community.

What has not changed is who we are. AMA remains committed to our mission to promote, develop, educate, advance, and safeguard model aviation for our members, clubs, and flying sites that we support nationwide, today and into the future. There are no changes to our day-to-day operations. Programs, member services, and our team continue as usual, and our top priority in any planning is preserving continuity for our programs, including the Nats and the Museum, and minimizing disruption for our members, clubs, and employees.

You deserve timely, accurate information, and some of what you are asking cannot yet be shared because key details are still unknown. We are committed to providing accurate, meaningful information and we will communicate it directly to you as soon as we are able.

Thank you for your patience and for the dedication you bring to this hobby and this community every day. We will be in touch as this process develops.

Sincerely,
Greg Stone
President
Academy of Model Aeronautics

10/09/2026

AMA Air // Paintballs, Space Shuttles & Drones

On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray interview the AMA Education team about exciting changes coming to the UAS4STEM student drone competition and how your local club can benefit from participating, recap several flying events that Lee recently attended, discuss new club resources available to AMA leader members, and more!

This month's episode of AMA Air is sponsored by: Legend Hobby

October 9th, 2026
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0:00 Introduction
1:09 B.E.S.T Recap
4:25 Bomber Field B-17 Gathering and Big Bird Fly-In
8:34 Build Month
10:11 UAS4STEM
30:47 Sponsor
31:28 Club of the Month
33:13 IFlyAMA
35:53 AMA Scholarships
36:36 AMA Grants
37:10 AMA Elections
38:13 Club Toolkit Webinars
41:06 Create Your Own AMA Club
41:50 Conclusion

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Episode Links:

www.facebook.com/BomberField
Bomber Field Event Recap Blog: https://bit.ly/4eiH23s
Michael Roznick Photo Album of Event: https://bit.ly/4j8OkdF
Fitz Walker Video of Event: • Amazing Super-large RC Models - 38th B-17 ...
747 Space Shuttle Carrier Video 1: www.facebook.com/reel/1638963084521898
747 Space Shuttle Carrier Video 2: www.facebook.com/reel/1042406278820193
modelaviation.com
modelaircraft.org/plans
uas4stem.org
modelaircraft.org/club-month-october-2026
Club Website: www.sparksrc.com
Club Facebook: www.facebook.com/SPARKSRCTX
Facebook.com/groups/iflyama
amafoundation.modelaircraft.org/scholarships
modelaircraft.org/grants
modelaircraft.grantplatform.com
rcplanelab.com
AMA EVP Candidate Interviews: https://bit.ly/3TN5yCR
Randy Gibson Candidate Interview: rcplanelab.com/randygibson
Phil Tallman Candidate Interview: rcplanelab.com/philtallman
modelaircraft.org/ama-club-toolkit

Sponsor: legendhobby.com
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Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/AMA-Insta

Read the latest digital edition of Model Aviation magazine: https://bit.ly/MA-Digital

Visit the National Model Aviation Museum online: https://bit.ly/AMA-Museum

Keep up to date with FAA and AMA Government Advocacy News: https://bit.ly/AMA-Gov

Help support the preservation and advocacy of the hobby: https://bit.ly/AMA-Donate

Learn more about the AMA: https://bit.ly/About-AMA
Become a member https://bit.ly/Join-AMA

The 2027 AMA Nats schedule has been released. Mark your calendar for next year's championships.Outdoor events will be he...
10/05/2026

The 2027 AMA Nats schedule has been released. Mark your calendar for next year's championships.

Outdoor events will be held at the AMA International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. Indoor flying will take place inside the Ballad Health Athletic Center / Mini Dome in Johnson City, Tennessee.

Official Nats website: https://nats.modelaircraft.org/

That AMA model aviation experience sponsored by Wing is at the Frederick Festival of Flight along with 3 AMA chartered c...
10/03/2026

That AMA model aviation experience sponsored by Wing is at the Frederick Festival of Flight along with 3 AMA chartered clubs to help introduce model aviation to the attendees.

09/27/2026

Address

5161 E Memorial Drive
Muncie, IN
47302

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+17652871256

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