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The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion, advancement, and safety of model aviation. Founded in 1936, it serves as the official national governing body for model aircraft activities—ranging from traditional radio-controlled (RC) airplanes and gliders to control-line aircraft, free-flight models, and modern recreational drones.
Headquartered in Muncie, Indiana, the organization represents over 150,000 hobbyists and charters more than 2,500 local flying clubs nationwide.
Key Functions & Activities
Government Advocacy: Represents the model aviation community in discussions with regulatory bodies like the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The AMA works to protect airspace access for hobbyists and establishes FAA-recognized safety guidelines.
Liability Insurance & Club Support: Provides members with general liability insurance coverage when flying within safety guidelines. This coverage makes it much easier for local chartered clubs to secure and lease land for flying fields.
Safety Rules & Standards: Establishes comprehensive safety codes governing maximum model weights, flying locations, frequency use, and operational boundaries to keep pilot and spectator risks minimal.
Competitions & Records: Sanctions over 1,000 competitive and non-competitive flying events each year, including the annual National Aeromodeling Championships (the "Nats"). It also certifies national model aviation records.
Education & Community: Publishes Model Aviation magazine, awards academic scholarships, provides grants for flying sites, and runs STEM education programs to inspire interest in aviation careers.
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