District III
Mark Radcliff (Incumbent)
St. Marys, West Virginia
My name is Mark Radcliff, and I am serving as District 3 Vice President after being appointed to complete the 2026 term.
With more than 60 years in model aviation and previous service as District III Vice President from 2012 to 2023, I bring experience, continuity, and a renewed commitment to our district.
One of my goals as DVP has always been to meet as many of the modelers in the district as possible by participating in club flying events, swap meets, competition events, etc. In doing this I get a first-hand understanding of the wants and needs of the members in the district. I currently serve on AMA’s Government Committee and provide valuable knowledge of FAA airspace issues as a full-scale private pilot. I want to continue protecting our flying sites, supporting government relations efforts, and preserving the freedoms that matter most to our members.
A critical issue facing AMA is membership decline. We are losing long-time members through normal attrition, and too many new members do not stay beyond their first year. We must do more to retain new members and create more pathways for young people to enter aviation. I actively promote model aviation in schools, participate in aviation expos, and continue to introduce hundreds of people to the hobby through buddy boxing, STEAM education, airshows, and more. As co-chair of the AMA Leader Member Committee, I am working to reenergize Leader Members to strengthen outreach through education. AMA offers young people an outstanding place to build skills, confidence, and a lifelong passion for aviation.
I believe District III benefits from experienced, steady leadership and a strong commitment to protecting our future. I care deeply about this district, its clubs, and its members, and I would be honored to continue serving you. I respectfully ask for your support in this election.
