READY TO BUILD
SOMETHING?
By Jay Smith, Executive Editor | jays@modelaircraft.org
BUILDING IS STILL APPRECIATED by many aeromodelers, and the October issue promotes the construction of your own aircraft. We have exciting construction articles for a P-38 and a B.E.2c and, as always, the plans are available for free as digital downloads.
Although I don’t have anything against ARF and RTF aircraft, building your own model and seeing it fly certainly leaves you with a higher feeling of accomplishment. Whether you already enjoy building or want to take on your first project, you will find a lot of inspiration in this issue.
Beyond the two free digital plans this month, we are offering a 20% discount through the AMA Plans Service from September 15 through October 31, 2023. It’s a great time to select the project you are most interested in and get building.
“Beyond the two free digital plans this month, we are offering a 20% discount through the AMA Plans Service from September 15 through October 31, 2023.”
Len Mount
I had the honor of meeting Len Mount and Michael Coveney at the AMA Nats when I first started working at AMA 15 years ago. I was excited to meet him and see his amazing Westland Scout. He and Michael very kindly invited me to dinner, and I got to learn so much more about them both.
When Len’s book, A Bit of a Challenge: The Life and Times of a Pioneer in the World of Radio Control Helicopters, was released, I received a copy courtesy of Len and Michael, who co-wrote the book. It is worth reading if you can find a copy.
Sadly, Len passed away on June 14, 2023. As a tribute to him, you will find an article written by Michael that shares Len’s story, starting on page 36 of this issue.
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