The contents of this rule book are the responsibility of the following committees and sub committees. It was a day of relaxed and enjoyable flying among club members. An rc racing event, whether or not an ama rule book event, is one in which model aircraft compete in flight over a prescribed course with the objective of finishing the course. The academy of model aeronautics ama makes no warranties, either express or implied.
The aspiring sailplane pilot can receive up to three 3 hours of free instruction without the requirement of club membership. Contest management and procedures usually follow the basic rule structure found in the general sections and specific category sections of the ama competition regulations book. It is intended to help clarify details of events described in the official model aircraft regulations of the academy of model aeronautics commonly known as the ama rule book. Ama academy of model aeronautics indoor free flight nffs competition rules 2019 2020 includes. The academy of model aeronautics is a worldclass association of modelers organized for the purpose of promotion, development, education, advancement, and safeguarding of. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education andor competition. Representing more than 195,000 members in the united states, ama s national headquarters is in muncie, indiana, also home to the international aermodeling center and the national model aviation museum. Drone regulations wont stall decadesold model aircraft clubs. The academy of model aeronautics is a worldclass association of modelers organized for the purpose of promotion, development, education, advancement, and safeguarding of modeling activities. Academy model aeronautics state of maine scale shootout. The following ama documents are available in adobe acrobat pdf format. The academy of model aeronautics ama proclaimed the inaugural date for all ama sanctioned modeling clubs throughout the united states to avail themselves the opportunity and celebrate model aviation. Competition committee bob stalick, chair bob sifleet lee hines keith fulmer scott lapraik don deloach tim batiuk. Senate poised to repeal model aircraft protections aopa.
A model aircraft is a nonhumancarrying device capable of sustained. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. Nonflying models are also termed static, display, or shelf models. The academy of model aeronautics ama, based in muncie, indiana, usa at, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion of model aviation as a recognized sport as well as a recreational activity.
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The state of maine scale shootout has always been a fan favorite. In order to get an advanced knowledge on how these pilots compete, the academy of model aeronautics ama rule book for soaring contests is at. The instructional staff also includes representatives of the academy of model aeronautics a cosponsor of the program and other local remote pilots. Competition regulations academy of model aeronautics. Academy of model aeronautics is a selfsupporting, nonprofit organization whose purpose is to promote development of model aviation as a recognized hobbysport and family recreational activity. If you have any proposed changes for the next release of the rules please notify the competition. The academy of model aeronautics foundation andor academy of model aeronautics reserve the right, in their sole discretion to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the sweepstakes should a virus, bugs, unauthorized human intervention, fraud, or other causes beyond its control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness or. Amas 78 years of experience tells us that most enthusiasts want to. Academy of model aeronautics membership manual 2018 for. The new eflite carbonz cub ss has incorporated many changes from the original, beyond the obvious change of color from blue to orange, which allows this giant scale model to stand out in the air.
An rc racing event, whether or not an ama rule book event, is one in which model aircraft compete in flight over a prescribed course with the objective of. These incorporate all of the rules proposals that passed final vote of the contest boards. Following is a generic sample of a set of rules designed to supplement the required current official ama national model. Academy of model aeronautics membership manual 2018 for ama. Academy of model aeronautics foundation andor academy of model aeronautics reserves the right at its sole discretion to disqualify any individual who tampers, or attempts to tamper with, the entry process, the operation of the sweepstakes or website, or who violates these terms and conditions. If you have any proposed changes for the next release of the rules please notify the competition committee chairman.
The fuel tank may contain gasoline or other flammable fluid which should be drained before transporting or storage. Special rule sets limited conditions for extensions and deadlines during pandemic. This format includes all of the text and graphics of the printed. Model aviations chris savage joins ama flying site assistance coordinator, tony stillman, to discuss labeling your aircraft. The legal services for the eventual court case challenging the proposed faa rules will most likely be funded by the academy of model aeronautics, who just so. The ama is the governing body of model aviation and membership provides liability insurance coverage, protects modelers rights and interests and is required to. Academy of model aeronautics national model aircraft safety code effective january 1, 2018 a model aircraft is a nonhumancarrying device capable of sustained flight within visual line of sight of the pilot or spotters.
If the photo is in black and white, other written documentation of color must be provided. Faa engages young adults with drones faa engages young adults with drones. It is the largest organization of its kind with a current membership of approximately 195,000 members, with nearly 57,000 of these being. As an academy of model aeronautics contest director cd, you have assumed a very important level of membership. The legal services for the eventual court case challenging the proposed faa rules will most likely be funded by the academy of model aeronautics, who just so happen to be offering membership at 50. Weve started a maverick class to allow non scale airplanes flown by pilots that have never participated in a scale contest to participate. As a commercial drone pilot who also flys recreational for fun this is a great deal for the. With more than 2,000 sanctions for modeling meets issued each year, this segment of service to ama reaches a significant percentage of the total membership.
Academy of model aeronautics competition regulations control line scale ii. The academy of aeronautics, founded in 1936, charters 2,400 clubs across the country, sanctioning more than 2,000 events and competitions as a member of the national aeronautic association. This is the academy of model aeronautics company profile. Explore academy of model aeronauticss 123,331 photos on flickr. Academy of model aeronautics press releasespecial rule for model aircraft. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education andor. For instruction to continue, then the student pilot will be required to provide proof of membership in the ama academy of model aeronautics and will be required to join the gdshs club. An rc racing event, whether or not an ama rule book event, is one in which model aircraft compete in flight over a prescribed course with the objective of finishing. Academy of model aeronautics press releasespecial rule.
In addition, the work accomplished by the cd is reflected in the. Academy of model aeronautics national model aircraft. The academy of model aeronautics ama, based in muncie, indiana, usa at. How is builder of model academy of model aeronautics rule book abbreviated. Aug 26, 2017 the state of maine scale shootout has always been a fan favorite. On the cover the new eflite carbonz cub ss has incorporated many changes from the original, beyond the obvious change of color from blue to orange, which allows this giant scale model to stand out in the air. Academy of model aeronautics district iv home facebook. The direct and official information for academy of model aeronautics in muncie, indiana. Academy of model aeronautics news newspapers books scholar jstor december 20. You can update your address by visiting amas main website there you can log in with your email address, and use the edit button on your user. Address change report a missing or damaged issue order a back issue. Bom is listed in the worlds largest and most authoritative dictionary database of abbreviations and acronyms the free dictionary. I got an email to get 3 people to join and get free membership and i could not get any. Representing more than 195,000 members in the united states, amas national headquarters is in muncie, indiana, also home to the international aermodeling center and the national model aviation museum.
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Information in this website, including maps, url and other web site references, are subject to change without notice. Ama academy of model aeronautics outdoor free flight ama academy of model aeronautics indoor free flight nffs competition rules 2019 2020 includes. Puerto rico, and guam, and is void where prohibited by law. Feb 08, 2011 academy of model aeronautics press releasespecial rule for model aircraft ama has been working with the faa on setting up certain guidelines that will still allow model aviation to take place in the united states of america. This program is not intended to alter or replace any instructor program offered by. Scale competition academy of model aeronautics 5151 east memorial drive muncie, in 47302 tele. Employees of the academy of model aeronautics, ama foundation, members of the ama executive council, and members of the ama foundation board of directors, their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies, suppliers and their. The academy of model aeronautics mounted a lastminute push against the legislation in the days before and after the house voted 398 to 23 on sept. The latest versions of the competition regulations are now online. It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively.
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This website is provided for informational purposes only. Model aviation is a monthly publication for the academy of model aeronautics. While some areas have specially tailored events for their needs, a common set of rules allows travelers to attend an event and be assured their gear is legal. It is dedicated to promoting aeromodeling as a recreational. This is an experimental model which may be lost in flight. In every organized racing event in which contestants, callers and officials are on the course. The academy of model aeronautics rules are regarded as the official rule book events for the nmpra. The series has been developed to answer many questions for those unfamiliar with model flying competition. Academy of model aeronautics 5151 east memorial drive muncie, in 47302. Looking for online definition of bom or what bom stands for.
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