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Tri-City Radio Control Modelers Utilize Club Training Day Starter Kit

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Tri-City Radio Control Modelers (AMA Club #652) Secretary Camille Page provided a write-up about how their club chose to utilize its Club Training Day Starter Kit.

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AMA Copilot Spotlight: Lanny Hansen

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AMA member Joseph Pirozzoli recently inducted his friend, Lanny Hansen, into the AMA Foundation's Copilot Recognition Program. Joseph now shares a story about Lanny and their club's flagpole restoration project.

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Bend Aero Modelers Host Successful Community Outreach Event

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On Thursday, October 8, the Bend Aero Modelers (AMA Club #2311) welcomed students, parents, and teachers to their field for an immersive, hands-on introduction to aeronautics and RC model aviation.

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Winners of the PRG-Themed Build Contest!

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The AMA Foundation is thrilled to announce the three winners of our PRG-Themed Build Contest!

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Help Us Celebrate 13 Years!

It's the AMA Foundation's birthday! The AMA Foundation is turning 13, and we're celebrating the best way we know how: by bringing our community of hobbyists together to make a lasting impact on model aviation.

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An Amazing Coincidence

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AMA member David Kulesa shares the story of an amazing coincidence that occurred thanks to his club receiving a Flying Site Improvement Grant from AMA and the AMA Foundation.

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AMA Foundation Increases Community Impact

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On September 9, 2026, the AMA Foundation donated various televisions to the YWCA of Central Indiana.

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Club Safety Takes Flight: The Winston-Salem RC Club's Experience with the Al Kanser AMA AED Save A Life Grant

The Winston-Salem RC Club recently received an Al Kanser AMA AED Save A Life Grant. Club member Isaac Anderson provided a write-up about his club's journey to purchasing an AED, upping their flying field's safety and peace of mind.