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Lincoln Sky Knight RC Club Receive AMA Recognition and Reward Grant

The Lincoln Sky Knight RC Club recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $175. The club is located in Waverly, NE. The Lincoln Sky Knights RC Club sponsored the AMA TAG (Takeoff And Grow) event on June 8. Participants were able to fly using computer simulators and buddy-box trainer systems, and they were also able to get to know each other and talk about the hobby and different types of aircrafts. The event allowed people looking to try model aeronautics for the first time the perfect place to do that.

 

The Lincoln Sky Knight RC Club recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $175. The club is located in Waverly, NE. The Lincoln Sky Knights RC Club sponsored the AMA TAG (Takeoff And Grow) event on June 8. Participants were able to fly using computer simulators and buddy-box trainer systems, and they were also able to get to know each other and talk about the hobby and different types of aircrafts. The event allowed people looking to try model aeronautics for the first time the perfect place to do that. The event included and all-day air show that included Giant Scale Aircraft, EDF Jets, Turbine Jets and Helicopters performing stunts. It also included other fun activities and food. The event was free and open to the public. The AMA Club Recognition and Reward Program was established to encourage clubs to promote model aviation. The AMA offers clubs cash incentives for positive local media coverage for a public event, public service, club announcement, or other coverage. Click here to learn more about this program.

River City Radio Controllers Receive AMA Recognition and Reward Grant

The River City Radio Controllers recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $100. The club is located in Louisville, KY. The 19th annual Wings for Kids Radio Controlled Air Show benefited the Norton Children's Hospital. The air show happened on Saturday, June 1st and Sunday, June 2nd at the Bill Fluke Airfield at E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park. Visitors saw exciting flying exhibitions including in-air dogfights and combat, aerobatic airplanes and vintage airplanes. The air show also featured nationally recognized pilots throughout the Midwest and beyond.

 

The River City Radio Controllers recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $100. The club is located in Louisville, KY. The 19th annual Wings for Kids Radio Controlled Air Show benefited the Norton Children's Hospital. The air show happened on Saturday, June 1st and Sunday, June 2nd at the Bill Fluke Airfield at E.P. "Tom" Sawyer State Park. Visitors saw exciting flying exhibitions including in-air dogfights and combat, aerobatic airplanes and vintage airplanes. The air show also featured nationally recognized pilots throughout the Midwest and beyond. There was fun activities for the whole family like candy drops from radio controlled airplanes, inflatables, face painting and flight simulators. Over the last 18 years, the River City Radio Controllers has raised more than $300,000. The AMA Club Recognition and Reward Program was established to encourage clubs to promote model aviation. The AMA offers clubs cash incentives for positive local media coverage for a public event, public service, club announcement, or other coverage. Click here to learn more about this program.

Capital Area Radio Drone Squadron Receives AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant

The Capital Area Radio Drone Squadron (CARDS) recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $175. The club is located in Grand Ledge, MI. The Capital Area Radio Drone Squadron hosted an airshow from June 6-8, 2019 from 9am to 5pm. The event featured more than 100 scale planes from aviation history.

 

The Capital Area Radio Drone Squadron (CARDS) recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $175. The club is located in Grand Ledge, MI. The Capital Area Radio Drone Squadron hosted an airshow from June 6-8, 2019 from 9am to 5pm. The event featured more than 100 scale planes from aviation history. The planes were available for static viewing, as well as in air at the field.  Many of the planes had an 8 to 10 foot wing span, with some being even larger.This air show was the season opener for the Giant Scale Warbirds and Classics Alliance, which holds similar shows throughout the midwest. In the year 2020, CARDS will honor the RC hobby by celebrating its 50th anniversary as a club of enthusiasts dedicated the hobby. The AMA Club Recognition and Reward Program was established to encourage clubs to promote model aviation. The AMA offers clubs cash incentives for positive local media coverage for a public event, public service, club announcement, or other coverage. Click here to learn more about this program.

Fort Bend Radio Control Club Receives AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant

The Fort Bend Radio Control Club recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $100. The club is located in Sugar Land, TX. The Fort Bend RC Club teamed up with the the Fort Bend Animal Services and Fort Bend PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving)  for an event called PAWS and Planes on Saturday, June 15th for a high-flying fundraising adventure. The event was held at the club's airfield from 11am to 2pm. The event included model airplanes in action, adoptable dogs, classic cars, refreshments and a raffle. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Fort Bend PAWS.

 

The Fort Bend Radio Control Club recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $100. The club is located in Sugar Land, TX. The Fort Bend RC Club teamed up with the the Fort Bend Animal Services and Fort Bend PAWS (Pets Are Worth Saving)  for an event called PAWS and Planes on Saturday, June 15th for a high-flying fundraising adventure. The event was held at the club's airfield from 11am to 2pm. The event included model airplanes in action, adoptable dogs, classic cars, refreshments and a raffle. All proceeds from the event were donated to the Fort Bend PAWS. The AMA Club Recognition and Reward Program was established to encourage clubs to promote model aviation. The AMA offers clubs cash incentives for positive local media coverage for a public event, public service, club announcement, or other coverage. Click here to learn more about this program.

Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers Receives AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant

The Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $150. The club is located inWenatchee, WA. The Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers held the District Jamboree from June 7-9, 2019. The event was held on their 22-acre land space with space for camping, motor homes, and parking.  Many people showed up to fly their RC aircrafts in an open fly.  The event included demos, air shows, and presentations. It was a great way for people to meet each other, learn new things, and just have fun.

 

The Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers recently received an AMA Club Recognition and Reward Grant for $150. The club is located inWenatchee, WA. The Wenatchee Red Apple Flyers held the District Jamboree from June 7-9, 2019. The event was held on their 22-acre land space with space for camping, motor homes, and parking.  Many people showed up to fly their RC aircrafts in an open fly.  The event included demos, air shows, and presentations. It was a great way for people to meet each other, learn new things, and just have fun. Watch their full television interview here: https://www.ncwlife.com/wake-up-wenatchee-valley-june-05-2019/#fvp_uNOz3... The AMA Club Recognition and Reward Program was established to encourage clubs to promote model aviation. The AMA offers clubs cash incentives for positive local media coverage for a public event, public service, club announcement, or other coverage. Click here to learn more about this program.

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