Camp AMA All-Stars
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AMA hosted its first Camp AMA All-Stars June 6-9, 2011 for AMA Youth Members ages 13 to 18. This is an advanced program giving the opportunity for the 10 best helicopter and 10 best airplane pilots a
Below are articles featured in both the print and online edition of Model Aviation. Select an article to read more.
The History of Model Aviation
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In 1936, AAMA formed to unite model aeronautics experts, advancing the sport and education in model aviation.
The Secrets of Silk
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Written by R.A. Benjamin Find the entire feature on page 36 in the May 2011 issue. Read an abridged summary and photo slideshow relating to the article. SILKPAN IS A unique variety of tissue paper
Shulman Aviation Super Cessna ARF Advanced Trainer
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Written by Barry Yarkon Light weight, nimble and yet gentle, this Advanced Trainer is definitely not your boxy airplane so common to this class. This is the second review that I have been privileged
Thunder Tiger Trainer 40 OBL ARF
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Written by Richard Landis and Barry Yarkon Digital Exclusive Follow along as a real-life beginner modifies the Thunder Power OBL Trainer to Electric Power under the tutelage of an experienced electric
Skandanavisk KZ.III
Written by Gene Smith Find the entire feature in the October 2010 issue. Read an abridged summary and photos relating to the article.History: The design was begun in 1943 Denmark under Nazi occupation
How to Do It: Better Landings
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Upgrading the de Havilland Chipmunk's landing gear enhances aesthetics and functionality, reducing landing run and preventing damage.
Stearman 4E
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Written by Frank Beatty Video by MA Staff Find the entire feature on page 28 in the November 2009 issue. Watch an exclusive MA interview with CL legend Frank Beatty during the 2009 Nats. Frank Beatty
The Cardboard Condor
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Written by Ryan Livingston Find the entire feature on page 37 in the September 2009 issue. Read an abridged summary relating to the article. WHEN I WAS a much younger kid, I would scrounge up anything