Southern Scale Helicopter Challenge
The Southern Scale Helicopter Challenge will take place from October 24-28, featuring various helicopter scale competitions.
District V
Greg Stone has been elected AMA president, succeeding Rich Hanson. Clubs are encouraged to review safety rules that may limit participation in growing areas of the hobby. The Jets Over DeLand event saw over 70 pilots participate.
District V
Gateway RC in Jacksonville, Florida, hosted its second Big Little Airshow in April, attracting over 600 attendees, thanks to social media promotion. The event featured flight demonstrations, computer simulators, and activities for kids, including Foam Plate Glider kits and parachute drops. The Lake Aircraft Radio Kontrol Society (LARKS) also hosted UCF students from the AIAA program, sharing valuable building and flying skills. Overall, it was a successful community engagement with great weather and food.
District V
Welcome to the Model Aviation "Newcomers" issue! This month, we focus on attracting new club members. Successful clubs actively recruit and train newcomers, unlike those that resist change. Suggestions include hosting monthly training nights and participating in local events to showcase the hobby. Share your ideas on growing membership! Contact the Vice President at amadistrictv@modelaircraft.org.
District V
In February, I attended the 8th Annual Florida eJet Fest in Mulberry, the DeLand Winter Air Fest, and the Southeastern Modelers Show in Perry, Georgia. Notable events included 46 pilots at the eJet Fest and over 200 vendors at Perry. Welcome to the Champlain Valley Flyers to District I, with exciting events planned at their new site in New York. Stay safe and fly a lot!
