AMA NATIONAL FUN FLY
From the Copilot’s Seat
By Randy Cameron, AMA Executive Vice President | flyrc@modelaircraft.org
On June 25-28, we held the AMA National Fun Fly and swap meet at the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. There were 86 registered pilots, and I believe there were 26 swap meet tables that were loaded with great stuff under the tent that was donated by Byerly Tent Rental. I’d like to thank all who attended and made the fun-fly special.
The event went very well. Thursday was a good day for flying, and Friday had a bit of rain, but many still managed to get some flying time in between the raindrops. Saturday, there were airplanes in the air all day, with a pizza dinner that was donated by Papa Johns. The raffle also went well, and there were many great items. Thank you to Erin Dobbs for all of the hard work she put into making the event happen.
Sponsors of the event, in no specific order, were: CalAire, Valley View RC, Innov8tive Designs, DU-BRO, Papa Johns, Toledo R/C Swap Meet & Expo, Malibu Shirts, District VI,
Hitec RCD, Toys Forever Models & Hobbies, and Box Damaged Products (Bryan Liss).
The AMA Foundation provided burgers, hot dogs, drinks, and much more. Thank you to Steve Haston and Rachelle Haughn, as well as other AMA staff, who worked over a hot grill during the fun-fly to feed the crowd. Great job—it was much appreciated!
Election Time
Many members might not realize that I have been on AMA’s Executive Council (EC) for 14 years. I spent my first five years on the EC as the District VI vice president. I was then elected to the national position of executive vice president (EVP).
Terms for the AMA officers are three years with a three-term limit, and I have reached my term limit.
Voting ballots will be arriving soon, if they haven’t already, so please make sure to vote for the candidate of your choice.
