District X
Arizona, California, Guam, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah
Greg Stone
Vice President
amadistrictx@modelaircraft.org
5345 Paseo Caliente
Yorba Linda CA 92887
(949) 413-0920
ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENTS
Forrest Barton, Woodland CA; (530) 383-9019; cbarton328@aol.com
Stella Bennett, San Pedro CA; (310) 357-4570; bennettblueeagles72@gmail.com
Jim Bonnardel, San Diego CA; (858) 292-5518; nitroblast@hotmail.com
Alan Friedman, Eloy AZ; (520) 876-0232; pooralan@aol.com
Bob Hunter, San Tan Valley AZ; (714) 273-1419; bobh@huntershome.com
Tim Johnson, Mission Viejo CA; (949) 444-7520; timothy@johnson.us.com
Mike Lee, Redlands CA; (909) 792-8424; mlee8249@msn.com
Barry Mattison, Las Vegas NV; (702) 218-3827; bm.brabbit@gmail.com
Jim Mohan, Phoenix AZ; (623) 434-1351; jmohan351@cox.net
JR Schiager, Folsom CA; (916) 705-7778; jrstuff88@gmail.com
Gil Terzo, Las Vegas NV; (702) 523-9897; gterzo@aol.com
Peter Vogel, Santa Clara CA; (408) 569-7067; vogel.peter@gmail.com
Roger Willis, Murrieta CA; (951) 249-9688; willisassoc@aol.com
EVENT SANCTION COORDINATORS
Forrest Barton (CA north of Bakersfield), Woodland CA; (530) 383-9019; cbarton328@aol.com
Southern California and Arizona, Greg Stone, (949) 413-0920; gstone4@outlook.com
Free Flight: AMA Headquarters, Competition Department, (765) 287-1256, ext. 252; competition@modelaircraft.org
In late January, when the weather was perfect in the Southwest, the Sun Valley Fliers Field in Cave Creek, Arizona, became the prime site of the model aviation community, hosting the annual Winter Warbirds event.
This exciting gathering brought together RC enthusiasts, pilots, and spectators to celebrate a love for historic aircraft and aviation craftsmanship. With its expansive flying field and a welcoming atmosphere, the Sun Valley Fliers provided the perfect backdrop for highlighting a wide range of meticulously built warbird models, from iconic World War I aircraft and World War II fighters to modern military aircraft.
What made this event stand out was not only the incredible variety of aircraft but also the community spirit that permeated throughout the weekend. Pilots demonstrated their skills in both static displays and in-flight demonstrations, pushing their aircraft to new heights, while sharing knowledge about aircraft construction and flying techniques.
Many of the warbirds featured realistic detailing, offering a glimpse into aviation history while showcasing the hobbyist’s dedication to the craft.
As always, the event fostered a sense of camaraderie, with pilots exchanging tips and offering support to one another, making it clear that the Winter Warbirds event is as much about community as it is about the airplanes themselves. Spectators were treated to a rare opportunity to see these impressive aircraft in action, adding to the excitement of the event.
The success of Winter Warbirds 2025 reaffirms the continued popularity of model aviation and the passionate community that surrounds it. Looking ahead, the Sun Valley Fliers are already planning for next year’s event, with the hope of bringing together even more pilots, enthusiasts, and spectators for another unforgettable weekend of flying and fun.
