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July 2026 - District III
A person stands behind a table with model aircraft and car boxes.
Although spring has arrived and outdoor flying is increasing throughout District III, I want to highlight several notable events that I attended during the winter months. On February 28, the Kanawha Valley WV Regional RC Swap Meet took place at Coonskin Park in Charleston, West Virginia. It stands

June 2026 - District III
Classroom with teacher and students examining a large model airplane.
This month’s issue of Model Aviationfocuses on helping beginners get started with model building and flying. District III’s David Cook, an AMA Leader Member from the Lorain County RC Club in Elyria, Ohio, has worked with local schools for years to promote youth involvement. His advice offers useful

May 2026 - District III
Group of men standing with model planes, AMA District III banner above.
District III was highly active this winter, engaging in numerous indoor flying sessions and hosting several swap meet events. Additionally, several upcoming flying events within the district were announced. To stay informed about these activities, I recommend regularly visiting the updated District

April 2026 - District III
Two people smiling, holding a large $5,000 check for Anchor Lancaster.
I received the following information from Kevin Martorana of the Lancaster County Radio Control Club (LCRRC) in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. LCRRC held its second annual Fallen Friends Fun Fly on Saturday, June 14, 2025. Jim Shertzer, the vice president of the club, designed a fun day for the club

March 2026 - District III
Four people stand smiling in front of a red and white small aircraft on a sunny day.
I’ll begin this month by highlighting one of your club’s most valuable assets, the flying field. The value of your club’s FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) is truly priceless. This designation enables your club members to fly safely and legally within the National Airspace System and be

Mark Radcliff

Vice President
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(304) 684-2133
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ASSOCIATE VICE PRESIDENTS

CL/FF/RC EVENT SANCTION COORDINATOR

Sheila Nitsch (OH, WV)
5650 Boyd Rd., Grove City, OH 43123
(614) 877-3453
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AMA Headquarters
(765) 287-1256, ext. 252
competition@modelaircraft.org

WEBMASTER

Lisa Zoldak
Ravenna, OH
(330) 348-4543
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