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George Harpole Biography

Father and son pose with small blue model jet on runway.

From a young age, I was captivated by the dream of flight. Growing up in southern Arkansas, however, opportunities to pursue that dream were limited.

Fortunately, my father, recognizing my passion, was able to purchase a well-worn trainer aircraft—an old, crash-damaged model that had clearly seen better days. Despite its condition, that humble aircraft marked the beginning of my lifelong love for aviation. It ignited a passion that has shaped the person I am today.

Doug Lindauer Biography

Wind sock on pole near bench in grassy field, mountains in the background.

I've been flying now for 20+ years. I got into the hobby with a little model from Toys R Us. It had a control where to go up you gave it more throttle and to come down you backed off the throttle. Push to go up, pull to go down. As a present my wife bought me a Stryker which flew with a 3S battery. I crashed every time I tried to launch before I realized that on a real R/C airplane you pull, not push on the right stick. I improved my skills with a hot glue gun and repairing broken foam, but I finally got into the sky without crashing.

Bobby Wohner Biography

Two men standing by a yellow model airplane, under a sheltered area.

Hello, my name is Bobby Wohner. Some of my friends call me Bobcat. I have loved modeling from a child, starting at seven years old. I’m now 58. There have been some layoffs, but it always drew me back flying as wonderful building and flying is very satisfying. Started out when I was a kid going to grandma‘s house on Saturday. She would have to go do her hair and then go grocery shopping.

Oba St. Clair Biography

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The Stooge Saga

This biography was submitted by Oba's friend, T Michael Jennings.

This biography details the written correspondence between Oba (pronounced Obie) St. Clair, T Michael Jennings, and Shirley St. Clair (Oba's daughter). 

AMA honored Oba St. Clair by inducting him into the Model Aviation Hall of Fame (awarded posthumously) in 2001. Oba designed the first Control Line (CL) flying aircraft in 1937. 

Edward Miller Biography

Man holding a large model airplane outdoors on a grassy field.

About 30 years ago, I was a competitive runner. During one of my training runs through the Forest Preserve, I heard the rumble of an airplane. Looking up, I saw a plane performing loops and dives, and I thought to myself, "Is that guy crazy? He's going to crash!" Intrigued, I ran over to get a better view and discovered it was an R/C plane.

Gerald Stucky Biography

I joined the AMA in 1978. I’ve competed on a national and world level and one mini contest in RC aerobatics. Over the years, I have designed and flown several designs of my own. I have held AMA offices for Baxter Field flying club in Oklahoma City.

I have designed and placed search and rescue products at various fire departments within the United States. I am a current FAA part 107 card holder and have taught 107 prep classes for different entities.

Aarav Sikoria Biography

Hi! My name is Aarav. I have always wanted to fly planes, any type really! But when I saw this ... something completely new sparked in me. It's like I have a completely new passion, better than stupid things such as video games! I love aviation, and love how realistic these models are. I love when I go to my field and see all the people flying these insane and cool planes; it warms my heart and makes me excited!! I am right now testing out a new plane and am soon hoping to use it for the NATS! Super excited!!!

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