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The Szczur Family Modeling Legacy

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On July 15, Chief Communications Officer Clarissa Poston spoke with longtime AMA member and modeler Don Szczur about his family’s involvement in the hobby of model aviation.

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AMA District IV Club Utilizes Club Training Day Starter Kit

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AMA District IV's Westminster Aero Modelers utilized a Club Training Day Starter Kit at the club's FlyWAM at Wakefield event.

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Aviation Community Day 2025

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On July 12, 2025, Executive Director Steve Haston attended the 7th Annual Aviation Community Day in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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IAC Improvements Funded by Tourism Grant

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IAC improvements are underway thanks to the AMA Foundation's awarded IDDC grant.

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The 2025 Nats Brick Sale

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Purchase a discounted brick in the AMA Walk of Fame from July 1 through August 31 in honor of the 2025 AMA Nats!

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The Remotely Piloted Glider Technology Challenge

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Provided by AMA member Dennis Brackett, this story details the adventures of an aeromodeling feat accomplished by Bishop Union High School students in Eastern California, a supportive AMA club, and a generous model aviation community.