Podcasts about model aircraft

Today, I have a slightly longer, but very special episode planned for you because... we have a very special guest coming on today! If you've ever seen those little airplane toys at airports or have been into aircraft model collecting, you likely have experienced a product of Daron Worldwide Trading. Daron WWT is one of, if not, the largest manufacturer and distributor of airplane models and toys. Today we have a very important guest on the show, please welcome the Vice President of Operations and Technology at Daron, Mr. Paul Wettstein!If you like this episode, make sure to check out more and support my podcast by following it!Make sure to check out my instagram, @theaviationfiles, especially if you want to give feedback or share your thoughts on this week's episode!

On this episode, Bob Wilke, President of HobbyTown, joins the show to talk about his early hobbies, and how he worked his way from HobbyTown franchisee to HobbyTown President!Visit HobbyTown!Learn more about HobbyTown's franchise programLearn more about the AMA!

This week, Kenny Cassidy, Lee Ray and Tony Stillman join the show to discuss AMA's presence at the world's largest air show, EAA AirVenture 2022!Learn more about the EAALearn more about the AMA

This week, we're giving you a preview of what you can find on the monthly show, Model Aviation LIVE with Jay Smith!  On this episode, Jay interviews representatives from Hitec RCD about their company and product lines.Catch more of Model Aviation Live with Jay SmithSee the photo gallery from the World GamesLearn more about the AMA

Mark Benson, AMA Senior Marketing Director, joins the show to talk about club newsletters and how a good communications plan is essential for a healthy club experience!Learn more about the AMA

This week, Tony Stillman stops by to explain how FAI World Championships are contested and how world team selections are made.Learn more about FAI World ChampionshipsLearn more about the AMA

For nearly 100 years, pilots from all over the country have competed at the National Aeromodeling Championships. In this episode, Michael Smith, Director of the National Model Aviation Museum, sits down to talk about the storied history of the Nats and the role it has played in the aeromodeling hobby.Check out National Aeromodeling ChampionshipsLearn more about the National Model Aviation MuseumLearn more about the AMA

In Episode 0 of the Model Aircraft Today Podcast, we (Redriveraviation and Citrus Aviation ) introduce the Model Aircraft Today Podcast including who we are, what our intentions hold, and what we bring to the table! Any question you may have about this brand new podcast, you can find the answer in this episode. We hope you enjoy!

This week, we are bringing you an interview with Robert “Red” Jensen, Master UAS Technician for NASA from the 2022 AMA Jr. Camp.  For more information on AMA Jr. CampWatch the VIDEO version of this interview!Learn more about the AMA

This week, AMA Executive Vice President Randy Cameron joins the show to preview the 2022 National Fun Fly!  The National Fun Fly will be held June 24-26 at the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, IN.If you'd like to volunteer at the National Fun Fly, you can contact Randy Cameron at flyrc@modelaircraft.orgLearn more about the National Fun FlyLearn more about the AMA

This week, AMA Safety and Technical Director Tony Stillman joins the show to explain the roles of contest directors and event managers, as well as how you can become one.Become a Contest Director or Event ManagerLearn more about the AMA

This week, AMA Government Affairs Director Tyler Dobbs drops by to discuss the FAA's safety risk management panels and how his team has achieved letters of agreement for clubs that allow for flight well beyond 400 feet in controlled airspace.  Also on the show is Dan Metz, president of the Coachella Valley RC Club.  He recounts his experience working with Tyler on his club's own letter of agreement and SRM panel.Keep up with the AMA Government Affairs Dept.Learn more about the Coachella Valley RC ClubLearn more about the AMA

This week, AMA Technical and Safety Director Tony Stillman stops by to demystify the Large Model Airplane program.  What constitutes a large model airplane?  How do you qualify to fly a large model airplane?  Tony has the answers to those questions and more!Learn more about the Large Model Airplane ProgramLearn more about the AMA

In this episode, Maj. Kyle Sanders (USAF Ret.) joins the show to talk about U.S. Drone Soccer.Learn more about U.S. Drone SoccerLearn more about the AMA Foundation

This week, Matt is joined by 3 talented photographers who capture model aviation from behind a lens.  Jennifer Alderman, David Hart, and Lee Ray have all spent years photographing model aviation and they're sharing their stories and tips behind their craft.Check out Jennifer's workCheck out David's workCheck out Lee's workCheck out Matt's workLearn more about the AMA

This time on The Green Dot, host Chris Henry welcomed EAA staff photographer Connor Madison to the show to talk about a hobby of many aviation enthusiasts — building model aircraft!

In this episode, AMA Technical and Safety Director Tony Stillman outlines the Turbine Waiver process and why it's a requirement to fly turbine-powered models.LINKS FROM THE SHOW:AMA Documents - https://www.modelaircraft.org/documentsAMA Turbine Qualification Flight Guide and Waiver Application (510-D)AMA Turbine Waiver Holder List (Members Only)AMA Accepted Designated Contest Directors for Rotary Turbine Sign-Off (Members only)Learn more about the AMA

The AMA Podcast returns with new episodes!  Up first, AMA Executive Director Chad Budreau joins the show to recap 2021 and to preview what members can expect in 2022!Learn more about the AMA

Throughout the month of October, the AMA is celebrating the act of building!  Find out what you can expect from AMA Build Month in this sneak preview.  #IBuildAMAIBuildAMALearn more about the AMA

This week, Matt is joined by AMA Digital Experience Lead Dillon Carpenter to recap the 2021 MultiGP International Open.See the AMA MultiGP IO Photo GalleryLearn more about MultiGPLearn more about the AMA

This week, we hear from AMA Creative Director Mark Benson and AMA Safety and Technical Director Tony Stillman about their trip to Oshkosh, Wisconsin for AirVenture 2021!Read about the AMA/EAA Advocacy Forum Learn more about EAALearn more about AMA

Founded in 1957 originally as the Winton Wingers, the Greater Cincinnati Radio Control Club, or GCRCC, has been a mainstay in the Cincinnati area for decades.  Having spent time at 4 different flying sites over the years, the GCRCC and its nearly 200 members have been at its current site since 1999.  Not only do they maintain a paved runway, but you'll also find a paved pylon racing takeoff pad, separate grass runway, a grass control line circle, a designated area for FPV, and even a playground for the kids.  The GCRCC is famous for their Flying Circus Model Air Show, which features more than 200 models in 30 planned out events that demonstrate all aspects of aeromodeling; with a focus on historical aviation events.  Their annual Kids Fly event benefits Spina Bifida of Cincinnati where they not only donate up to $10,000 per year to the charity, but also gives kids suffering from Spina Bifida a chance to fly an RC plane of their own. They spend time to teaching new pilots the ropes by dedicating Monday and Wednesday evenings to their new pilot instruction program; ensuring new pilots learn the ropes from their experienced membership.  Learn more about the Greater Cincinnati Radio Control ClubLearn more about the Flying CircusLearn more about the AMA

This week, AMA Executive Vice President Randy Cameron joins the show to preview the upcoming National Fun Fly!Learn more about the National Fun FlyLearn more about the AMA

I’m a big aviation geek. I love flying, looking at airplanes and seeing where they’re going via Flightaware on my phone, and collecting model aircraft. My guest today, Elliot Epstein, founded Geminijets, a company that makes metal diecast commercial airplane models. Beyond just the aviation nature of the company, this is a fascinating business for its relationship with hobbyists and collectors, the airline industry and current trends, all in addition to being a manufacturing and distribution business.   In this episode Elliot shares why he started the business, the process of creating a new model from start to finish, how coronavirus and the 737 MAX program have impacted sales and shipping, how the model business has evolved, and available growth opportunities for the company. For the full episode transcript and more, visit alexbridgeman.com/podcast.

The May 2021 AMA Club of the Month is the Blacksheep R/C Modelers Club!  Founded in 1990, the Blacksheep R/C Modelers is located near Danville, Indiana and has been a Gold Leader Club since 2003.  Their flying field is located on land owned, and rented to them, by Waste Management, with whom they have a wonderful relationship with, as well as with the rest of their local community.  Their National Model Aviation Day celebration is an annual highlight, and thanks to the hard work put into that event, the Blacksheep R/C Modelers have been able to donate nearly $47,000 to local charities over the years; such as the Hoosier Veterans Assistance Foundation.   Trainer days are held for local youth groups, volunteer time is donated to local community programs, and this summer, the Blacksheep will be helping out with the Greencastle, IN EAA Young Eagles with a program to help their youth group build and learn to fly RC.Learn more about Blacksheep R/C Modelers ClubLearn more about the AMA

One of the largest and most recognizable hobby retailers in the world.. they are known for keeping their prices low and their quality high, offering everything from aircraft, surface, boats, radios, batteries, and so much more.  But some of you may not know very much about this worldwide retailer, and this week we have Hobby King's Lead Product Developer for Airplanes, Stuart Warne and Product Specialist, Rob Caprio joining the show to fill us in!Visit Hobby King!Learn more about the AMA

This week, we're giving you a sneek peek into one of the exclusive benefits of our AMA Foundation Torchbearer program.  Earlier this year, we spoke with Katie Bosman, longtime AMA member, former AMA scholarship winner and aviation maintenance instructor at Garmin International for an exclusive episode for our Torchbearer subscribers.Learn more about the AMA Foundation's Torchbearer programLearn more about the AMA

In this rebroadcast of episode 19,  the RC Geek himself, Chris Wolfe joins the show. He talks about how he got started in the hobby, his experience competing at the Scale Masters Championships, and how his successful channel, The RC Geek, came to be!This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Check out The RC Geek at http://www.thercgeek.comLearn more about the AMA at http://www.modelaircraft.org

The Longmont Electric Aircraft Flyers of Longmont, Colorado was founded in 2003 by hobbyists in the community wanting a safe and legal place to fly.  By leasing several acres of land from the city, LEAF opened its doors and has been growing ever since.  With more than 100 members, LEAF is known for its friendly and open environment to visitors;  welcoming all who visit the club field.  New members are welcomed and encouraged to grow at their own pace, and there is always someone around to answer a question or help fix an aircraft, whether it be an EDF jet, glider, 3D sport plane, or FPV quadcopter, all-electric disciplines are welcome.  LEAF has been an AMA Gold Leader Club for many years.  They hold monthly introductory flight events for the public to learn about the hobby, as well as buddy box on trainer aircraft.  They also raise thousands of dollars every year for local charities thanks to their many fun fly events.This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Learn more about the AMA

This week, Lee Ray (co-host of the RC Roundtable podcast) joins the show to talk about the hobby scene in Texas, as well as his new role with the AMA!This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!B.E.S.T. Event InfoRound Top RC ExpoLearn more about the AMA

This week, we are bringing you a conversation from this year's AMA Jr. Camp Speaker Series.  Captain Albert Glenn is the Director of the Lt. Col. Luke Weathers Flight Academy and a full scale airline pilot.  He speaks about his experiences in the hobby, and thanks to his past as a pylon racer and pattern flyer, he introduces listeners to some of the competitive side of the hobby!This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Learn more about the AMA

Roger Nunamann, Chief Revenue Officer of Aquiline Drones, joins the show this week to talk about his company's Flight to the Future program, and their efforts to match up RC pilots with drone flying careers.Learn more about Aquiline Drones and their Flight to the Future programLearn more about the AMA

First established in 1953, The Omahawks is the largest RC club in the greater Omaha metropolitan area.  Their home is Hawk Field, a premier flying site located at Standing Bear Lake Park, and it features a 500 x 40 foot paved runway surrounded by both grass and pavement pit areas, plenty of room to set up tents and a great pavilion for food and shade.  And because the park is quite large and popular, the Omahawks are always welcoming visitors to come and watch the fun from their permanent bleachers.  The Omahawks have been an AMA Gold Leader Club since 2011, and for the past 41 years, they have hosted a Labor Day Air Show to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, of which they've donated nearly $100,000 since it began.  We congratulate the Omahawks of Omaha, Nebraska for being named the March 2021 Club of the Month. This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more! Learn more about the OmahawksLearn more about the AMA

Famous First Edition: New Fun Comics #1!Download Episode 397!NEW FUN COMICS 1, February 1935, was published on January 11, 1935. It contained 32 pages for the cover price of 10¢. Lloyd Jacquet was the editor. It was published by National Allied Publications, the company that would evolve into the DC Comics we know today.FAMOUS FIRST EDITION: NEW FUN COMICS #1 was published on May 19, 2020 for the cover price of $19.99.- (8:29) I review the book, JACKIE ORMES: THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMAN CARTOONIST by Nancy Goldstein, published by the University Of Michigan Press in 2019. This book was 226 pages long.- (11:45) MY PULL LIST, where I review the comic books that carried the November 2020 cover date, which were released during the month of September, and I received from Discount Comic Book Service.- (26:45) Before the reprint of NEW FUN COMICS 1, this FAMOUS FIRST EDITION  had two introductions. The first was titled, THE START OF SOMETHING BIG, written by comic book historian Jerry Bails for a previously planned reprint of this issue that was eventually never published.- (28:33) A SECOND INTRODUCTION was written by Roy Thomas, explaining why that first reprint never happened, and what the historical significance is of this issue.- (30:11) JACK WOOD, subtitled PANCH VILLA Part I, a western adventure was written and drawn by Lyman Anderson, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics. The Grand Comic Book Database gives this feature the subtitle as, DON NAGLES - CATTLE RUSTLER Part I, written by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson and drawn by Lyman Anderson. Jack Wood rode into the sunset with his final appearance in ADVENTURE COMICS 42, September 1939.- (33:27) The adventure strip SANDRA OF THE SECRET SERVICE in THE GAVONIA AFFAIR part I, was written and drawn by Charles Flanders, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics, while the Grand Comic Book Database credits Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson as the writer and Charles Flanders as the artist. Sandra's final mission for the Secret Service would occur in MORE FUN COMICS 35, September 1935.- (34:11) The comic strip OSWALD RABBIT, which was written and drawn by John Lindermeyer, appeared on the bottom of the page. It filled the gap at the bottom of the page below not only SANDRA OF THE SECRET SERVICE, but many of the early features in this issue. Oswald made his final appearance in MORE FUN COMICS 7, January 1936, but would make various appearances in various titles for other comic book publishers.- (35:03) JIGGER AND GINGER, a teen humor strip, writer unknown, was drawn by Adolph Schus. They would make only one other appearance in NEW FUN COMICS 2, March 1935.- (35:50) The adventure strip BARRY O'NEIL, in FANG GOW OF CHINA part I, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics, was written by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson and drawn by Lawrence Lariar. Barry's final adventure occurred in ADVENTURE COMICS 60, March 1941.- (37:17) THE MAGIC CRYSTAL OF HISTORY, a kid adventure strip, was written and drawn by Adolphe Barreaux. Bobby and Binks would take their final historical adventure via the Magic Crystal in MORE FUN COMICS 50, December 1939.- (38:45) The adventure strip WING BRADY: SOLDIER OF FORTUNE began with THE BEDOUINS part I. Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics credits Henry Carl Kiefer (who signed his name as de Korosett, his wife's maiden name) as the writer and artist, while the Grand Comic Book Database lists Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson as the writer and Kiefer as the artist. Brady's final adventure occurred in MORE FUN COMICS 52, February 1941.- (40:19) Sir Walter Scott's IVANHOE was adapted to comic book form by Charles Flanders, according to Mike's Amazing World Of DC Comics, while the Grand Comic Book Database lists Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson as the writer of this adaption and Flanders as the artists. This adaption of IVANHOE ended with MORE FUN COMICS 27, December 1937.- (41:54) JUDGE PERKINS, a humor strip, was written and drawn by Bert Nelson Haig. The Judge would only have one more misadventure, in NEW FUN COMICS 2.- (42:57) The science fiction adventure, DON DRAKE ON THE PLANET SARO, was written by Ken Fitch and drawn by Joseph Clemmens Gretter, who signed his art as Clem Gretter. Drake had his final adventure in MORE FUN COMICS 17, January 1937.- (44:17) LOCO LUKE, a western humor strip, was written and drawn by Jack A. Warren. Loco Luke rode into the sunset after NEW FUN COMICS 4, May 1945.- (46:41) SPOOK RANCH was a western mystery story written by Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson, using the pseudonym Roger Furlong, with illustrations drawn by Charles Flanders. The story concluded in the next issue.- (46:41) SCRUB HARDY was a sports humor strip drawn by Joe Archibald. Hardy's sports career was cut short, only appearing again in NEW FUN COMICS 2.- (48:19) The sports adventure strip JACK ANDREWS ALL-AMERICAN BOY was written and drawn by Lyman Anderson. Andrews' sports career would only last through NEW FUN COMICS 6, October 1935.- (51:04) BATHYSPHERE - A MARTIAN DREAM, writer unknown, was an article about Dr. Beebe, who descended 3,000 feet in a bathysphere, and the equipment on board.- (51:59) SPORTS, an article written by Joe Archibald, was about the Toronto Maple Leafs and a brief history of the game of hockey.- (52:59) ON THE RADIO: THE DIAL TWISTER, maybe written by Lloyd Jacquet,  was an article asking readers to write the staff of NEW FUN COMICS and share their favorite radio shows, and the writer also shares some favorites.- (54:27) IN THE MOVIES: TALK OF THE TALKIES, writer unknown, described some of the upcoming films in 1935, including one involving the comic book cowboy Jack Wood, a movie serial titled RUSTLERS OF RED GAP (IMDb lists the final title as RUSTLERS OF RED DOG).- (55:24) MODEL AIRCRAFT, writer unknown, with illustrations drawn by Dick Loederer, was an article about how to make a model of the U.S. Navy plane Vought Corsair, one of the early planes that took off and landed on the first aircraft carriers.- (56:49) HOW TO BUILD HENDRICK HUDSON'S "HALF MOON", an article written and drawn by Robert Weinstein, about a 17th Century sailing ship.- (57:08) CAP'N ERIC, a sea adventure strip, was written and drawn by Robert Weinstein, who signed this feature Bob Weinstein.- (58:33) BUCKSKIN JIM: THE TRAILBLAZER, a western adventure, was written and drawn by Eugene Koscik, who signed his work as "K". Buckskin Jim rode off into the western sunset after MORE FUN COMICS 18, February 1937.- (1:01:28) The article POPULAR SCIENCE, writer unknown, had illustrations provided by Dick Loederer, who signed his work as "Loe". It covered three subjects, STREAMLINE TRAIN THAT TALKED, PUTTING THE SUN TO WORK, and A BIT OF MAGIC.- (1:03:06) STAMPS AND COINS, writer unknown, also had illustrations drawn by Dick Loederer, who again signed his work as "Loe". This article was divided into two sections, BEGINNING A COLLECTION, about stamps, and ABOUT COINS.- (1:03:50) The issue's final article was titled YOUNG HOMEMAKERS, writer unknown, also with illustrations provided by Dick "Loe" Loederer. This article provided advice about a well organized kitchen.- (1:04:39) AFTER SCHOOL, a kid humor strip, was written and drawn by Tom McNamara. Lefty and Slim had their last humorous adventure in NEW FUN COMICS 6, October 1935.- (1:05:43) CAVEMAN CAPERS, a prehistoric humor strip, was written and drawn by Dick Loederer. The fire went out for CAVEMAN CAPERS after NEW FUN COMICS 5, August 1935.- (1:06:42) FUN FILMS: TAD AMONG THE PIRATES, was written and drawn by Adolphe Barreaux. This feature was unique among the others in this issue. It was a series of strips that you could cut horizontally and tape together into a paper film strip, viewed through a paper backdrop drawn at the top of the page. Tad's final adventure occurred in NEW FUN COMICS 3, April 1935.- (1:07:20) BUBBY AND BEEVIL, a humor strip, was written and drawn by Dick Loederer. Bubby and Beevil's last misadventure was in NEW FUN COMICS 3, April 1935.(1:07:41) The animal humor strip PELION AND OSSA was written and drawn by John Lindermeyer, who signed his work as Kevin Hay. Their last adventure was also in NEW FUN COMICS 3, April 1935.- (1:08:35) This issue's final strip was the science fiction adventure 2023: SUPER POLICE, written by John Finch and drawn by Joseph Clemens Gretter, who signed his name as Clem Gretter. The Science Police investigated their last case in MORE FUN COMICS 14, October 1936.- (1:10:11) After the reprinted issue, there were a few essays to round out this book. The first was titled, THE MAJOR WHO MADECOMICS, about Major Malcolm Wheeler-Nicholson, written by his Granddaughter, Nicky Wheeler-Nicholson. She provides a brief biography about her Grandfather, how his interests in life helped shape the features that were included in this first issue, and some of the talented comic book creators whose careers he helped influence.u - (1:10:38) NEW FUN 1 - THE CONTRIBUTORS, brief biographies of  most of the creators in this issue, also provided by Nicky Wheeler-Nicholson, with special thanks to David Saunders for his original research.- (1:11:17) The book's final essay was titled, A TABLOID TRADITION CONTINUES, written by Editor Benjamin Le Clear, Manager of DC Comics Library Archives. He explains how and why this issues printed at tabloid size, and a brief history of the evolution of the size of comic books, and finally the origin of the FAMOUS FIRST EDITION series in the 1970's.- Next episode we return to our journey through the Silver Age Adventures of Superman with: SUPERMAN FAMILY COMIC BOOKS  COVER DATED MAY 1966: PART I: WORLD'S FINEST COMICS 157, PART II: SUPERMAN 186, PART III: SUPERMAN'S GIRL FRIEND LOIS LANE 65 & PART IV: ACTION COMICS 337 with ELSEWHERE IN DC COMICS' May or May/June 1966 titles.The home for THE SUPERMAN FAN PODCAST is http://thesupermanfanpodcast.blogspot.com. Send e-mail to supermanfanpodcast@gmail.com.You can join the SUPERMAN FAN PODCAST Group or Page on facebook, and follow the podcast on twitter @supermanpodcast. You can also keep track of the podcast on Tumblr, Medium, Flipboard, the Internet Archive, tunein, Stitcher, Amazon and Instagram.SUPERMAN FAN PODCAST is a proud member of:- The LEAGUE OF COMIC BOOK PODCASTERS and- The COMICS PODCAST NETWORK.The theme of this podcast is PLANS IN MOTION, composed by Kevin MacLeod, and part of the royalty free music library at http://incompetech.com. "Plans in Motion" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Superman and all related characters are trademark and copyright DC Comics. Any art shown on this podcast is for entertainment purposes only, and not for profit. I make no claims of ownership of these images, nor do I earn any money from this podcast.If you are interested in my artwork, go to wayfarerercomics.wordpress.com. I am available for commissions, so click on the Art Commissions tab for more information. If interested, send an e-mail to wayfarercomics@gmail.com.Thanks for listening to the SUPERMAN FAN PODCAST and, as always, thanks to Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, creators of Superman!And don't forget to take care of each other out there.

This week, Matt talks with the newly named Chief Operating Officer of MultiGP, Tim Barnhart.  Tim talks about his path through aeromodeling, including flying helicopters, becoming an AMA leader member, and discovering the awe of FPV drone racing.This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Learn more about MultiGPLearn more about the AMA

In this episode of The AMA Podcast, EAA's VP of Advocacy and Safety, Sean Elliott, stops by to talk about how the EAA and the AMA have worked so closely over the years to advocate for their respective memberships.  Tyler Dobbs, AMA's Government Affairs Director, also joins the conversation.Check out the photos mentioned in this episode by visiting the blog!This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Learn more about the EAA!Check out the AMA Air segment on the EAA's Ford Tri-MotorRegister for AMA Virtual Jr. Camp!Learn more about the AMA

This past week, the FAA released some information regarding the forthcoming Knowledge and Safety Test, and Tyler Dobbs dropped in to help interpret the information!  This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Stay up-to-date with the AMA In Action blogLearn more about the AMA

When most pilots think of building a model aircraft, balsa comes to mind. However, foam is becoming a very popular building material of choice. Like balsa, foam is very affordable and easy to use. On November 12, 2015 Model Aviation Executive Editor Jay Smith talked with Keith Sparks, author of Building with Foam about how he tackles foam projects, and he also offers up some tips and tricks as well!This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Keith's Park Flyer Plastics!Register for AMA Virtual Jr. Camp!Learn more about the AMA

Prince George's RC Club was founded in 1963 on a 1 acre patch of land on top of a hill in Upper Marlboro, Maryland by 15 modelers looking to get together regularly to fly.  By 1972, PGRC moved to a 1000 acre site with 2 400 foot paved runways that quite literally paved the way to increasing their membership to over 200 members… including EDF pioneer Bob Violett and pylon icon Cliff Telford.  Events such as the nearly 30 year old Big Bird Warbird event bring pilots from all over to enjoy the PGRC, and now we'd like to offer our congratulations for all of their hard work by naming Prince George's RC Club February's Club of the Month! This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Learn more about Prince George's RC Club!Learn more about the AMA

This week, AMA Foundation Director Kelsie Walker stops by to talk about the initiatives the AMA Foundation supports, as well as a brand new program just launched that will give you access to some exclusive content!This episode of the AMA Podcast is presented by Aquiline Drones!  Fly drones for a living.  Earn a six-figure salary. Go to FlighttotheFuture.com to learn more!Learn more about the AMA FoundationLearn more about the Torchbearer programLearn more about the AMA

AMA life member Red Jensen talks about the history and future of using sub-scale aircraft for research at NASA's model lab.Check out the video from this presentation!Special thanks to this week's sponsor, Aquiline Drones!  Visit FlightToTheFuture.com to learn more!Learn more about the AMA

January's AMA Club of the Month is The Riverside Aero Modelers Society!   The Riverside Aero Modelers Society is located in the Yadkin foothills of East Bend, North Carolina.  Averaging around 90 members, the RAMS membership pilots a variety of aircraft from giant scale to park flyers in multiple disciplines such as jets, electrics and even gas engines;  all flying from a 1000 foot runway that affords a beautiful panoramic view of Pilot Mountain State Park.  The RAMS' goals are simple:  to promote the fun and safety toward the sport of aero modeling.  This is accomplished in part by a membership who offers inclusion, respect and fellowship to all of its pilots.  And thanks to this philosophy, events such as their Premiere Warbird event, all electric fun fly, Dragonfly Helicopter event and their memorial giant scale event generates loads of fun for all visitors.. making them feel welcomed and appreciated.Check out the RAMS website Check out the RAMS Facebook groupLearn more about the AMA

Jim Williams, former head of the FAA UAS Integration Office, joined Tyler Dobbs and Matt Ruddick for an in-depth discussion on the FAA's Remote ID Final Rule. Learn more about the AMA

In this episode, Chad Budreau joins the show to help recap all of the ups and downs of 2020.  

AMA Government Affairs Director Tyler Dobbs joins the show to discuss aeromodeling protections included in the recent National Defense Authorization Act that has passed through Congress.Stay up to date with AMA Government Affairs informationLearn more about AMA

The Southern Tier Aero Radio Society, founded in 1935 as the Olean Model Airplane Club, is easily one of the oldest clubs in the United States.. pre-dating the entire AMA by a full year.  STARS, as it is now known, was instrumental in helping to develop the Giant Scale model aircraft movement in the mid 1970's and achieved national fame with magazine articles and covers showing their 1/4 scale Bristol Scouts, which launched the Giant Scale revolution.  The STARS has received numerous awards and recognitions including the Historic Preservation Award, the Award of Excellence and has been an AMA Gold Leader Club since the 1990's.  Their club field features both grass and geo-textile runways, a spectator fence, a covered open-air pavilion and a pilot shelter.Learn more about the Southern Tier Aero Radio SocietyLearn more about the AMA

“Drone lawyer” Jonathan Rupprecht talks about current legal cases that will have major implications for model airplane enthusiasts and sUAS operators. Guest Jonathan Rupprecht is a commercial pilot with single and multi-engine aircraft ratings and also a flight instructor. He has a Bachelor of Science in Professional Aeronautics from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and his law degree from Florida International University School of Law. Rupprecht Law provides legal services for operators of unmanned aerial vehicles. Jonathan authored the book Drones: Their Many Civilian Uses and the U.S. Laws Surrounding Them, Drone Operator's Logbook, and he co-authored Unmanned Aircraft in the National Airspace: Critical Issues. Technology, and the Law. Our discussion with Jonathan includes: The FAA's interpretation of the Special Rule for Model Aircraft in the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. Can the FAA regulate model aircraft? The boundaries of navigable airspace: Down to the ground or something higher? This impacts the notion of trespass by drone, privacy, and federal versus local jurisdiction to regulate. The Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA) around Washington D.C. and its impact on those who fly model aircraft and UAS. News Area 51 Bans Drones... Your Drones, At Least Area 51 is now posted as a no drone zone. Video of the Week Safely Travel Deep Inside a Glacier Through the Eyes of a Drone Flyability partnered with the team from Zermatt Mountain Rescue in the Swiss Alps to explore glacial crevasses.

The UAS Registration Task Force issues its report to the FAA, and industry responds. A free, worldwide UAS course for new users, and package delivery by drone down under. UAS Registration Task Force The Registration Task Force provided its sUAS registration recommendations [PDF] to the FAA. The FAA will now consider those recommendations, as well as the public comments received, and issue its requirements for registration. If all goes according to the plan, these will come from the FAA this month, in December. In its final report, the Task Force recommended: Registration for all drones between 250 grams (.55 pounds) and 55 pounds operated outdoors Registration by owner, not by drone. One registration number applies to all your drones. As an alternative, you can instead register by manufacturer serial number. Registration is required by time of flight, not at point of sale. Required information: name and street address. Optional information: email address, phone number. Registration number (or serial number) displayed on each drone. No fee, no citizenship requirement, minimum age 13. Registration should be web-based with the certificate mailed/emailed to registrant. AMA Reacts to DOT Task Force Recommendations on UAS Registration The “AMA agrees that registration of UAS makes sense at some level and for flyers operating outside the guidance of a community-based organization or flying for commercial purposes.” But the Academy of Model Aeronautics does not support registration for its membership flying non-commercially. The organization argues that members operate under a community-based organization: “Adding an additional requirement for AMA members to register at the federal level is contrary to the intent of the Special Rule for Model Aircraft in the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. Public Law clearly states that the FAA is prohibited from promulgating any new rules for recreational users operating within the safety guidelines of a community-based organization. Congress by no means intended to grant a free pass for individuals who operate model aircraft. Instead, it clearly intended to leave risk mitigation and the development of appropriate safety guidelines for the operation of these devices by the members of the AMA to the nationwide community-based organization.” DJI Concludes Participation on FAA Drone-Registration Task Force “We share the concerns of many of the 4,700 people who filed comments that this process was initiated in response to sensational headlines rather than data-based risk assessments, and contradicts the provisions of several federal statutes. Nonetheless, we undertook in good faith the assignment, which was not to argue the law, but to use our expertise and knowledge as the world's largest drone manufacturer to recommend to the Administrator a national drone registration system intended to be minimally burdensome to consumers and professionals, and effective at the stated goals.” 5 Things to Know About Mandatory Drone Registration Lia Reich is Senior Director of Communications at PrecisionHawk, and PrecisionHawk was a member of the task force. In this piece, Lia provides some major points concerning the Task Force recommendations, but she also notes that she was on the “Women in Drones” panel at the Drone World Expo in San Jose. The panel discussed some of the ways that women can better influence outcomes in the commercial drone space. Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Worldwide to Offer Free Online UAS Course for New Users Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – Worldwide is offering “Unmanned Aerospace Systems (UAS) - Key Concepts for New Users.” The massive open online course (MOOC) runs from Jan. 11 to 24, 2016. Registration opens Dec. 8, 2015. The MOOC will consist of two 30 to 40-minute pre-recorded presentations, interactive discussion boards, and supporting links and videos. MOOC topics will include: UAS Basics

FAA sued over drone restrictions, UAV arrests and confiscations, privacy legislation in California, UCLASS delay, NASA developing ATC for drones, Disney seeks UAS patents. News Lawsuits Assert Broad Economic and Scientific Impact of FAA's Drone Restrictions Three lawsuits have been filed by attorney Brenden Schulman (@dronelaws) over the FAA's Interpretation of the Special Rule for Model Aircraft. These were filed on behalf of: 1. The Academy of Model Aeronautics and its 170,000 members The “no commercial operation” prohibition means no model aircraft public demonstrations or model aircraft training when some payment is involved, as well as competition prizes, and product reviews conducted by employees. 2. Several commercial drone interests, including: Peter Sachs and the Drone Pilots Association, the UAS America Fund (founded to finance the commercial drone industry), Skypan International, an aerial photography firm, and FPV Manuals (sells equipment for model aircraft). No services can be offered with model aircraft that have even an incidental business purpose, and Peter Sachs cannot assist the volunteer fire department. 3. The Council on Governmental Relations, an association of US research universities. Model aircraft for scientific research have long been used without any FAA restrictions. The FAA's interpretation “poses a grave threat to science, research, education, and technological innovation across the United States.” Customs seizes $80k worth of unauthorised drones Australian UAV manufacturer Cyber Technology is being prosecuted for failure to obtain a permit to export drones. The list of “Defence and Strategic Goods” controlled by Australian law includes UAVs that can be controlled outside line of sight. College student arrested for flying drone over football game A University of Texas student allegedly flew a drone over a school football game. University police identified the student and seized the drone. In a statement to a local TV station, University Police said, "Our top priority is the safety our students, employees, fans and visitors.” FAA allows recreational drone demonstrations for first time ever at an air show & it's in Cleveland This year's Cleveland Air Show included demonstrations of fixed-wing and multicopter drones for the attendees. It represented a great opportunity to provide the general public with more awareness of what “drones” are all about. CA State Senate Approves Law Limiting Drone Use by Police To address privacy concerns, the State Senate in California has passed legislation that requires police to obtain surveillance warrants in order to use drones, unless exigent circumstances exist. This seems to be at odds with the 1989 case, Florida v. Riley, where the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that citizens do not have a reasonable expectation of privacy from the air because airplanes and helicopters fly over private property all the time. U.S. Navy delays start of bidding for unmanned carrier-based drone The U.S. Navy had planned to release this month a final request for proposals for the Unmanned Carrier Launched Airborne Surveillance Strike (UCLASS) contract. Now they say they'll wait until the Pentagon conducts a broad review of intelligence and surveillance programs this fall. NASA is building an air traffic control system for drones NASA is working with to create technologies for controlling air traffic control for drones operating at low altitudes, around 400 to 500 feet off the ground. Disney Sees Drone-Operated Entertainment Disney has filed three patent applications to use unmanned aerial systems at its theme parks. The patents envision using multiple UASs to support lightweight materials that can be used as projection screens, creating "flixels" or floating pixels, and animating Disney characters in the night sky. Videos of the Week Napa Earthquake 2014 Quadcopter Test Video from Doug. DJI Drone Video: The Arrival of the USCG Eagle in Gloucest...

Aerial photography in real estate, autonomous lighting for photographs, nano drones for situational awareness, a new UAV market size study, video selfies by quadcopter, a U.S. “no drone zone” map, taking aerial video of wildfires, and university professors speak to the FAA. The News NRT bans drone photography in northeastern US Attorneys for NRT LLC, a large real estate brokerage, sent letters to the presidents of 200 offices telling them not to use drone photography until the FAA issues regulations. Not all real estate professionals are keen to shut down use of drones. Drone lighting: Autonomous vehicles could automatically assume the right positions for photographic lighting Researchers at MIT and Cornell University are developing autonomous robots equipped with lights that position themselves for photographers. As a first step, small multi-copters provide specified amounts of “rim lighting” for the subject, even as the photographer or the subject moves about. Pocket-sized aerial surveillance system under development A palm-sized unmanned helicopter is being developed by the The U.S. Army and Prox Dynamics  for dismounted troops. Under the Cargo Pocket Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance program, the little UAV would provide a soldier with situational awareness in difficult environments: around a building, in the next room, etc. [Photo above courtesy Prox Dynamics.] Teal Group Predicts Worldwide UAV Market Will Total $91 Billion in Its 2014 UAV Market Profile and Forecast Annually, the capable analysts at Teal Group provide a forecast of the UAV market. Industry professionals will want to purchase the report, but Teal Group gives us some information in their report summary. They say, “Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) continue as the most dynamic growth sector of the world aerospace industry this decade.” The 'selfie' is dead. Introducing the 'dronie' If you know what a "selfie" is you can figure out what a "dronie" is. These are short videos that capture you and maybe your friends or family, then zoom away to show the environment where you are - in your back yard, at the beach, on a mountainside. Don't Fly Drones Here Zoom into this map of the United States to see major airports, U.S. military bases, and U.S. National Parks. All places to avoid when flying your UAV. Civilian Drone Interferes with Sands Firefighting Efforts Firefighters battled the The Sand Fire of El Dorado and Amador County, California for three days. Then a civilian drone taking video appeared. The fire department didn't like that, identified the pilot, and turned the matter over to the Sheriff. Several press reports describe the situation using words like “interfered” and “hindered,” but provide no information whatsoever as to just what the problem was, making us wonder just who is fanning what fire... Professors object to FAA restrictions on drone use University professors are concerned that FAA prohibitions on sUAS operations will have the effect of stifling academic research. Specifically, that they are constrained by last month's clarification from the FAA on rules for model airplanes operated at low-altitude over private property. So 30 professors wrote a letter to the FAA saying, “Under the FAA model aircraft rules, a 10-year-old hobbyist can freely fly model aircraft for recreation, while our nation's scientists, engineers and entrepreneurs are prohibited from using the same technology in the same types of environments.” There is a process under which public colleges or universities can obtain a COA, but it does not apply to private schools, like Harvard and Stanford. Public comments on docket number FAA-2014-0396, Interpretation of the Special Rule for Model Aircraft, are being accepted through September 23, 2014 at the Regulations.gov website. Video of the Week Mentawai Islands Drone Reconnaissance The Mentawai Islands are a chain of about seventy islands and islets off the western coast of Sumatra in Ind...