District XI
Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Washington
Hi all. What a busy month for me! Unfortunately, it was my “pay” job and not my “play” job that was the large demand for my time. In a couple more years, I’ll be able to give up the pay and really focus on the play, but for now ...
I was in Muncie, Indiana, for the Executive Council meeting in October. It lasted all day. We work hard during these meetings. There are great discussions and problem solving that go on during the meeting.
You all should know that I’m there to represent you, and I would like to hear from you if you want me to address anything. Please do not hesitate to send me an email or call.
Of course, it’s a crime to visit AMA’s International Aeromodeling Center and not fly. On Sunday, I got a chance to go out to Site 4 and fly my Avanti S. There were a good bunch of local fliers out there and we had a great time! Here is a picture:
Associate Vice President Joe Miller sent in a couple of reports:
The Dallas Wingdingers held its warbird fun-fly and tailgate event on August 19, 2023. A blue sky and a light cross breeze afforded even the shyest pilots a place to show their stuff. There were 11 registered pilots and roughly 60 people in attendance. The sky was abuzz with aircraft of all types, and every manner of RC gear was available at the tailgate swap meet. Large hot dogs and brats were served for lunch and a prize raffle rounded out the day.
The McMinnville Aircraft Modelers have been attending a local event put on each year by a retirement village near McMinnville, Oregon. The Valley View Rock of Ages hosts an event that includes hot air balloon rides, a car show, a live band, food, and, of course, a candy drop. At least 60 children participated in cleaning the field of candy after Merle Holms’ Candy Bomber let loose 5 pounds of candy. The Candy Bomber made several flights to ensure that each kid got some candy. You know I did!
That’s all for this month. It’s building season for me. Next time, I’ll give you some updates. Keep building and flying!
Phil Tallman
Vice President
amadistrictxi@modelaircraft.org
28910 W. Hallet Rd., Medical Lake WA 99022; (509) 220-6513
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENTS
David Agar, Battle Ground WA; (360) 721-1963; kamanhusky@aol.com
Rick Crow, Garrison MT; (406) 559-6662; rcwronig@gmail.com
Bryan Diffendaffer, Meridian ID; (208) 917-0548; bd diffendaffer@gmail.com
Michael Ingram, Wenatchee WA; (509) 699-3034; firercer@cs.com
Joe Miller, Dallas OR; (503) 798-7241; dragonriders54@yahoo.com
Chris Rankin, Bend OR; (541) 948-0211; crankin.aa@outlook.com
Robert Stephens, Anchorage AK; (907) 440-0478; rfstephens@hotmail.com
Jay Strickland, Central Point OR; (458) 226-0470; strickdog@q.com
Tom Strom, McCleary WA; (360) 791-7729; flyboy23e@aol.com
FF/CL EVENT SANCTION COORDINATOR
Mike Hazel, P.O. Box 505, Lyons OR 97358; zzclspeed@aol.com
RC EVENT SANCTION COORDINATOR
Michael Ingram, Wenatchee WA 98802; (509) 699-3034; firercer@cs.com
