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National Model Aviation Day 2024

August 17, 2024, marked National Model Aviation Day! Every year, clubs nationwide celebrate their shared love for model aviation, uniting AMA members across all ages and levels of experience.

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An amazing adventure at AirVenture

The AMA Foundation team had a fantastic week of meeting members from across the country and assisting with the UAS4STEM competition at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2024.

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Memorial Ride Raises $1K

A morning rain shower didn't stop a motorcycle club from honoring a late RC pilot.

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Grant Helps Flooded Club

A West Virginia club has reopened its flying site thanks to a financial boost from the AMA Foundation.

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Torchbearers Light the Way

Joining the ranks of the AMA Torchbearers is a commitment to the future of model aviation—a pledge to support the AMA and its mission to inspire the next generation of aviators.

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Riding With Honor

A central Indiana club will hold a motorcycle rally during the AMA National Fun Fly in honor of a late AMA member.

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Recipients of FSIG and TAG Grants Selected

A total of 56 clubs will receive grant funds to improve their flying sites and introduce their communities to the hobby.

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Honoring the legendary Jim Richmond

On Saturday, April 13, 2024, AMA Foundation Director Steve Haston attended the Jim Richmond Open at West Baden in French Lick, Indiana. He was honored to represent the AMA Foundation at a memorial ceremony for Jim and his family. AMA President Rich Hanson presented Jim’s wife, Mariana, with a...