The AMA Podcast
The AMA Podcast is a production of the Academy of Model Aeronautics, it brings you the inside stories from the hobby of model aviation by hearing directly from those who live and breathe aeromodeling. With guests ranging from the who's who of the hobby to the average weekend warrior, The AMA Podcast tries to shine a light on the stories that have shaped the hobby for decades. Hosted by AMA's Matt Ruddick.
Episodes
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!
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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!
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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.
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See the photo gallery from the World Games
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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!
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This week, Tony Stillman stops by to explain how FAI World Championships are contested and how world team selections are made.
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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.
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This week, we are bringing you an interview with Robert “Red” Jensen, Master UAS Technician for NASA from the 2022 AMA Jr. Camp.
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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.org
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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.
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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.
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!
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In this episode, Maj. Kyle Sanders (USAF Ret.) joins the show to talk about U.S. Drone Soccer.
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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.
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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/documents
AMA Turbine Qualification Flight Guide and Waiver Application (510-D)
AMA Turbine Waiver Holder List (Members Only)
AMA Accepted Designated Contest Directors for Ro...
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!
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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. #IBuildAMA
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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 Gallery
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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
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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 contr...
This week, AMA Executive Vice President Randy Cameron joins the show to preview the upcoming National Fun Fly!
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