AMA News

Edition: Model Aviation - 1983/06
Page Numbers: 101, 102, 103, 104, 105, 106, 107, 108, 109, 110, 111, 112, 113, 114

AMA News

1983 Nomination Procedures

The AMA Bylaws were revised in 1982 to provide for three‑year elected officer terms instead of two. The changes include adoption of various standing rules which supplement the Bylaws concerning details of organization operation. Among the standing rules are those involving the AMA Nominations Committee and the procedures for making nominations for AMA officers being elected each year.

In 1983 we will be electing the AMA President and the Vice‑Presidents for Districts 1, 5, and 9 to serve three‑year terms beginning in 1984. Note: during this bylaws transition the Executive Vice‑President (formerly called the Secretary/Treasurer) and the Vice‑Presidents for Districts 3, 7, and 11 will have their terms extended for one year, through 1984.

The procedures for nomination will be as follows:

NOMINATING COMMITTEE

Composition

a. All 11 Vice‑Presidents are to sit on the Nominating Committee and will constitute the Committee in total.
b. Members of the Nominating Committee shall not be barred from becoming nominees for office themselves.
c. Voting proxies are permitted only as long as the proxy is from the same district as the absent Vice‑President and has permission in writing to vote. A telegram from the absent Vice‑President will suffice as written permission.
d. The President may not appoint any member of this Committee nor be an ex‑officio member; neither may the Executive Vice‑President nor the Executive Director be a member of this Committee.

Chairman

a. The chairman of the Nominating Committee shall be elected from among the Vice‑Presidents by majority vote.
b. The current AMA President, or in his absence, the Executive Vice‑President, will call the meeting to order. Once the chairman of the Nominating Committee is elected the President (or EVP) will relinquish the chair and leave the meeting.

Recording Secretary

The Recording Secretary shall:

a. keep full, accurate and detailed written minutes of the proceedings;
b. assist the Teller in the distribution, collection, and tabulation of ballots;
c. submit to the President, Executive Vice‑President, meeting chairman and Executive Director a full written report of the meeting and the results of all voting procedures within 48 hours after adjournment.

Meeting Conduct

a. The President (or EVP) shall open the meeting and preside while the Vice‑Presidents elect a chairman.
b. The newly elected chairman shall dismiss the President (or EVP) and the Teller shall not be a candidate for office.

Candidate Nominations

All nomination letters must be received at AMA Headquarters fifteen (15) days prior to the convening of the Nominating Committee Annual Meeting. Furthermore, a letter of acceptance by the candidate must be on file at AMA Headquarters prior to the meeting. Because the Nominating Committee is scheduled to meet on July 31, the deadline for nomination receipt by AMA Headquarters is by the close of business on Monday, July 18.

Selection of Nominees

a. Limited to three (3) upon the ballot for each elective office.
b. The assembly shall examine, evaluate and discuss all written proposals for candidacy.
c. The discussion period shall be limited to ten (10) minutes per candidate.
d. An incumbent is automatically placed on the ballot, except that a 3/4 vote against may withhold the incumbent's name from the ballot (see Bylaws, Article IX, Section 2).

Voting

a. One vote per person per ballot.
b. Oral voting shall be by district starting with District 1 and progressing in numerically ascending sequence through District 11. If secret voting is desired, ballots shall be written.
c. If placing an incumbent's name on the ballot is in question, voting on that issue shall precede voting for other nominees. Voting for placing nominees on the ballot shall follow the sequence of President, Executive Vice‑President, Vice‑Presidents.
d. When three names are nominated elimination will be by simple majority vote.
e. A simple majority prevails. (See 6.d for exception.)
f. If only three names are submitted for a district or national office, the chairman may move for a nomination by acclamation.

Finalization of Proceedings

The Recording Secretary's report shall be submitted to all Vice‑Presidents within 15 days of the meeting for their comments, corrections, and approval. The report must be approved by 3/4 of all attendees at the meeting (Vice‑Presidents or their proxies).

Adjournment

An affirmative vote of an adjournment motion duly made and seconded will adjourn the meeting.

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Synopsis — 1983 Budget Meeting (March 19, Reston, VA)

This was the first AMA Executive Council meeting to be held in the new AMA Headquarters building. In attendance were:

President John Grigg, Lockport, NY
Executive Vice‑President Jim McNeill, Birmingham, AL
Executive Director John Worth, Fairfax, VA
District I Vice‑President Ed Izzo, Holliston, MA
VP II John Byrne, Bayside, NY
VP III Dave Brown, Hamilton, OH
VP IV Chuck Foreman, Mechanicsville, VA
VP V Bill Mathews, Birmingham, AL
VP VI Bob Underwood, St. Louis, MO
VP VII Hardy Brodersen, Birmingham, MI
VP VIII Johnny Clemens, Dallas, TX
VP IX Travis McGinnis, Arvada, CO
VP X Jim Scarborough, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA
VP XI Ed McCollough, Portland, OR
Ev Langworthy, NAA Executive Director

Present from the AMA executive staff:

Vince Mankowski, Assistant Executive Director
Gisele Jackson, Comptroller
Micheline Madison, FAI/CB Director
Geoffrey Styles, PR Director
Bob Voislawek, Administrative Coordinator
Carl Wheeler, MA Publisher
Carl Maroney, Special Services Director

Guests:

Frank Ehling
John Preston, District IV AVP

Jim McNeill, chief financial officer of the Academy, stated that the 1983 revised budget—updated at HQ since January—should not, in his opinion, be cut further in any area.

The Executive Director advised that the 1983 revised budget was projected for 88,000 members and that the budget reflects more accurate information than was available in January at the Anaheim meeting. He noted the revised budget is balanced with a modest surplus.

It was agreed by consensus to review the proposed budget line by line. Following are items upon which Council took action.

Rent

The Executive Director reported that the Aerospace Education Association (AEA) wishes to rent our surplus office space and has already presented a check. After discussion, it was approved unanimously (District X abstained) that the Executive Director be authorized to pursue the rent offer from the AEA and to commit or not commit according to his judgment.

Postage & Freight

Several Council members noted different preferences for mail frequency from HQ. It was decided to continue the present mailing practice to Council; those wishing separate treatment should direct HQ in writing.

Museum

Naming a curator (since Frank Ehling's retirement) will be taken up at the regular April meeting. A motion to initially fund the museum with $10,000 ($5,000 toward the curator's annual salary and $5,000 toward operating expenses) was not approved: eight against; seven for.

Public Relations

The PR budget was to be conservative. Mr. Styles was requested to consider for April presentation up to an additional $10,000 for PR projects beyond those currently budgeted.

Officer Service

This item encompasses costs of Council meetings and travel. A motion for all future Council meetings to be held at Headquarters (National Center for Aeromodelling) to reduce travel costs, unless otherwise decided by 2/3 vote, was not approved: two for, eight against, three abstained. Most Council members felt meetings should be rotated; limiting meetings to four a year was suggested to economize.

Committees

Ed Izzo, chairman of the Noise Committee, requested reducing the $5,000 budgeted figure to $3,000; accepted.
A Frequency Committee request to insert "Interference Report Cards" in Model Aviation was approved; expenses to be deducted from the Frequency Committee budget.
It was approved unanimously to add $2,000 to the budget for a Safety Committee meeting.

Professional Fees

The EVP was requested to look into various levels of audits (and costs) and requirements connected with the building loan to possibly reduce annual audit expense.

Computerization

Long discussion on present computer capabilities and future plans. The accounting department needs modern equipment and should proceed with updating. Carl Maroney was asked to document HQ computer systems for future Council background.

Model Aviation

The "ad‑rep" commission arrangement with Model Aviation was discussed; no action taken to change current publisher policy.

Investment Income

The Council advised Mr. Worth to seek a recommendation from the donor of stock regarding whether to keep or sell a donation that has nearly tripled in value in the past year.

Budget Status

Having reviewed income and expenses line by line with no changes to totals, it was approved unanimously that the budget as presented for the March 19, 1983 Council meeting be adopted.

Employee Loan Request

Due to the Reston move from D.C., an employee encountered hardships and requested a loan. The request was approved unanimously, in accordance with HQ established policy.

Future Meetings

In addition to an approved April 30 Council meeting in Reston, it was approved that the annual Nominating Committee meeting and the Nats Executive Council meeting be held in conjunction at times convenient to the majority of the Council.
It was approved unanimously that the Nominating Committee meeting be held at the Nats on Sunday, July 31 at 7:00 p.m. and the Council meeting be held Monday, August 1 at 9:00 a.m.

This meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m., having been in session (other than for meals and breaks) since 9 a.m.

Note: The 1983 budget anticipates a surplus of $70,920 at year end, based on an estimated 6% increase in membership to 88,502, total income of $2,838,728 (including Model Aviation magazine) and total expenses of $2,767,808. A copy of the budget is available on request from AMA HQ.

J. Worth, Executive Director

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Museum Status Report

On February 19 the Headquarters staff moved into its new facility in Reston. This marked a major step toward realization of one of our objectives—the AMA model museum.

The new headquarters building was designed by John Hunton, a respected Washington area architect who is also an accomplished modeler. The basic building consists of three two‑story modules, each approximately 75 ft. by 30 ft., joined at the inner corners and providing a central triangular atrium of just under 3,000 sq. ft.—26 ft. high. This will be our museum. Exhibits will be displayed on polished aluminum vertical "trees," each capable of handling up to 42 models, along with conventional wall displays and ceiling‑suspended models. Highly delicate objects, such as indoor models and small valuable engines, early radio equipment, and trophies, will be housed in glass display cases.

Prior to his retirement, Frank Ehling solicited donations from many prominent American modelers, primarily requesting models of historical significance. The response has been most encouraging. We already have several of Dr. Walt Good's models typifying the development of radio‑controlled flight and a special collection of the late Howard McEntee. AMA has also been fortunate to receive the Russ Berrara collection, which encompasses the entire spectrum of modeling.

To those who have offered donations: please be patient. We will request shipment as soon as display facilities are available. Our target date still stands at September 1, 1983. We hope to have a respectable and growing display to make the trip well worthwhile for modelers visiting this summer. We welcome opinions and suggestions concerning contents; the display should be the finest presentation of model aviation history in the world.

As donations are received, a considerable amount of repair and restoration work will be necessary. We would like to follow the lead of the Experimental Aircraft Association, which delegates some restorations to chapters around the country. Club officers: if your group would care to take on such a restoration project as an opportunity to display competence, please contact us. This is a way to involve modelers—after all, this is their museum.

Hurst G. Bowers AMA Museum Coordinator

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President's Corner

By the President of the Academy of Model Aeronautics

JOHN C. GRIGG 6387 Badger Drive, Lockport, NY 14094 Home: (716) 434‑3955 — Work: (716) 631‑6314

Nomination Time

It is nomination time for 1983 elections (to serve 1984–1986). Offices up for election: President and Vice‑Presidents from Districts 1, 5, and 9. Incumbents are not automatically placed on the ballot—you must nominate them and they must accept before the Nominating Committee can consider them. Nominations must be received at Headquarters 15 days prior to the Nominating Committee meeting or they will not be accepted.

Aircraft Identification

Confusion has arisen about the Safety Code item on aircraft identification. You MUST have your AMA number on your aircraft or your name and address in your aircraft to qualify for insurance in the event of an accident. Some models are excluded from this requirement, but only those types listed in the code.

The requirement is for identification in the event of an accident. There have been incidents where owners walked away from the scene to avoid responsibility; identification helps prevent that. If you buy a model at auction that has the original owner's AMA number, repaint the wing or place your name and address inside the fuselage (including purchase date and seller is advisable). For MonoKote lettering, a Freon spray and lacquer thinner can assist removal before applying your own AMA numbers.

Helping another modeler trim his ship or instructing him is not a problem if both are AMA members, provided the aircraft has identification reflecting ownership by one of you.

Quotation

"By perseverance the snail reached the ark."

Budgets

On March 19 the Executive Council met at the new Headquarters to review the budget. While every line was discussed, no overall reduction was made to the budget presented. The budget is a plan; every effort must be made to reduce actual expenditures while maintaining member services. The Executive Director will be closely monitored in this effort.

A sensitive issue: whether a dues increase might be needed for 1985. The best current guess is a $5 increase to $35, possibly with an early renewal discount (e.g., renew early to pay $30 instead of $35). Early receipts provide investable capital and thus income.

Frequency Reporting

With our new RC frequencies, monitoring problems and reporting solutions is the task ahead. The Frequency Committee recommends a "report card" to be filled out by fliers experiencing interference and mailed to the District Frequency Coordinator. Coordinators will assess and respond to fliers and clubs in their areas and coordinate data with the Frequency Committee chairman. Cards will appear in this and the next issue of Model Aviation; additional cards can be obtained from AMA Headquarters.

Do I Build/Fly?

Yes. I build and fly—this is what the hobby is about. Last winter I built two airplanes and finished one started by a friend: two sailplanes and one electric type. I entered two contests last year and placed second and fourth; I also completed requirements for LSF Level 3.

The Show Season

Trade shows are a sign the flying season approaches. At the WRAM Show I was impressed by a very sensitive gyro stabilizer for helicopters (potentially applicable elsewhere) and a new CO2 application for the Cox .020 by Bob Davis—an interesting development in compressed gas systems for model engines.

(End of President's column; some text truncated in the original.)

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Executive VP's Report

Jim McNeill AMA Executive VP 617 South 20 Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35205

As your Secretary/Treasurer‑Executive Vice‑President, I present the following report:

A special Council meeting was held in our new Reston home to examine the 1983 budget. AMA has become a multi‑million dollar operation—largely through the work of our Comptroller Gisele Jackson and Executive Director John Worth. The budget is predicated on an 85,000 membership prediction for 1983 and forecasts a $70,000 surplus. No immediate dues increase is envisioned.

Some Council members proposed cuts and changes (including magazine outside advertising policy) at the January meeting, hence the special meeting. After a long day, almost nothing was reduced and the magazine advertising policy remained. Consideration was given to increasing some programs, particularly public relations.

Items of note:

Salaries were reviewed in detail.
The new telephone system is computerized to pick the cheapest routing for long‑distance calls.
Membership handling is increasingly computerized; initial outlay for computer services is large.
Word processing and data processing are becoming computerized.
The PR budget for 1983 is $47,500; discussion centered on raising this allocation in view of fine work by Geoff Styles.
Office supplies/stationery costs are up due to workload and a new Virginia sales tax.
A new data processing system is also planned.
$46,190 is set aside for sending model airplane teams to international competition.
Insurance is a major expense; AMA covers the first $100,000 of a claim, with insurance stepping in above that.
An outside ad representative soliciting magazine ads on a 15% commission was discussed; the decision was to leave the successful combination intact.

All District VPs were present. If you have questions about the budget or how your dues are handled, write to John Worth at AMA HQ or to me in Birmingham.

See you next month.

Nominations (continued)

Finalization of Proceedings

The Recording Secretary's report shall be submitted to all Vice‑Presidents within 15 days for comments, corrections, and approval. The report must be approved by 3/4 of all attendees.

Adjournment

An affirmative vote on a duly made and seconded motion will adjourn the meeting.

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Notice to Members — Don't Send Money With Your Election Ballot!

Several dozen membership renewals mailed last December (1982) were delivered to the firm of auditors that counts election ballots for AMA. Although two envelopes (one for membership renewals and one for voting) were included in each renewal package, these ballots and renewals were sent in one envelope to the auditors' PO box rather than to AMA HQ.

These envelopes arrived at the Washington Post Office after the election deadline and remained in the post office box until March when the box rental period expired. As a result, many members who attempted to renew before the end of 1982 did not receive their 1983 licenses until March and also missed several issues of the magazine.

Corrective action has been taken: all such memberships have now been processed and a letter of explanation sent to affected members.

For 1984, please pay careful attention to renewal package instructions to prevent a similar situation. Our goal is good service—but we must receive the mail to process it. We'll try to remind everyone next fall.

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Nationals (Nats) Preview

Several locations for Nats activities are close together—state Highway 291, just a couple of miles from Nats HQ at the intersection of I‑291 and I‑90 (Massachusetts Pike). Hotels and college dorms are all within a few miles of each other, making Nats activities within 15 minutes of each other. Air Force cooperation at Westover Air Force Base will include a final weekend full‑scale static and flying show. The first annual AMA convention activities at the HQ hotel promise a fantastic week for model aviation. Plan to be there—there will be plenty to see and participate in, even if you are not entered in the contest.

ROAR Says Thanks

A letter from Gary Keyes of Model Racing Products—USA expresses appreciation from RC model car and boat people concerning AMA's recent success with the FCC. ROAR thanks AMA for obtaining much needed new RC frequencies.

No Club Charter Can Be Costly

The Omahawks RC Club (Nebraska) faces a $50,000 damages suit relating to noise complaints. The club was not chartered and only about half the members belonged to AMA. Because the club was not chartered, AMA insurance did not cover it. AMA's insurance would have provided defense coverage and paid damages if the organization had been an AMA chartered club and members had been covered. The club has spent about $3,000 in legal expenses and expects to spend at least that much more; they have started a legal defense fund and are soliciting donations. AMA will forward any checks made out to Omahawks RC, Inc. to their fund drive.

The lesson: AMA liability protection applies only to those who belong and those clubs that are chartered.

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District I Report

Connecticut • Maine • Massachusetts • New Hampshire • Rhode Island • Vermont

Ed Izzo, District I Vice‑President 483 Fiske St., Holliston, MA 01746

Associate Vice‑Presidents

Robert E. Crooker, 405 Main Street, Nashua, NH 03060
Dennis Folsom, RFD 1, Gardiner, ME 04345
Don Krafft, P.O. Box 1828, 73 Heritage Ln., Duxbury, MA 02332
Al Nowicki, 4 Beverly Pl., Norwalk, CT 06850
Don Rabel, 113 Fairview Ave., Rutland, VT 05701

Frequency Coordinator

George Myers, 318 Fisher St., Walpole, MA 02181

Nats Update

A new soaring site has been approved and acquired approximately six miles from Westover Field. All flying activities will be at Westover or within the six‑mile limit—an unusually close arrangement.

The Governor of Massachusetts, the Honorable Michael Dukakis, issued a proclamation declaring July as Model Aviation Month.

How to Enter the Nats

Send a self‑addressed envelope to AMA requesting a Nationals Entry Form.
Fill out the form and send entry fee to AMA Headquarters before July 1.
You are entered—just show up and compete.

Special Council Budget Meeting

A special Council Budget Meeting at the new National Center of Aeromodeling allowed Council members and department heads to review each line item and explain questionable areas. Expense portion was approved, indicating a surplus of approximately $70,000; capital expenditures (mainly computer peripheral equipment) were not approved pending review at the next Council meeting.

Maine Model Expo

The Maine Model Club Association, organized last year, continues to grow. The Maine Model Association now comprises nine area clubs; plans are for an enlarged Expo in 1984.

Don Krafft, Associate VP, has outlined potential problem areas with the new frequencies; write to Don for information.

See you at the Nats!

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District II Report

New Jersey • New York

John Byrne, District II Vice‑President 36‑29 213 Street, Bayside, NY 11361

Associate Vice‑Presidents

Pete Bianchini, 206 S. Broadway, Yonkers, NY 10705
Frank Castello, 27 Kearney St., Dover, NJ 07801
Frank DeNatale, 9 Willow Ave., Piscataway, NJ 08854
Ray Juscius, 7 Evergreen Ave., New Hyde Park, NY 11040
Hans Kalks, 48 Cove Dr., Toms River, NJ 08753
Adam Sarter, 150 Rand Rd., No. A‑2, Schenectady, NY 12309
Tom Sents, 2002 Radium Lane, Phoenix, NY 13135

Frequency Coordinator

George Myers, 70 Froehlich Farm Rd., Hicksville, NY 11801

Second (District) Thoughts

I take a dim view of candidates who make campaign PROMISES that they cannot guarantee. Statements of AIMS or GOALS with a firm drive to achieve them are preferred. Prior goals I circulated included greater restraint on dues increases and needed budgetary reforms. The Executive Council met to examine budget methods and procedures with the objective of fiscal sense and fewer unnecessary expenditures.

S‑O‑S (Surmounting Our SNAFU!)

A notice in The Transmitter (Jersey Coast Sport Fliers) reminded members that a SNAFU at AMA Headquarters (due to moving) left an advertisement out of the latest Model Aviation Contest Calendar. The June issue of Model Aviation will publicize the Jamesburg contest about 11 days before the meet.

WRAM 15

The Westchester Radio Aero/Modelers show was a great success. District 2's AMA Membership Meeting was held at WRAM. Appreciation to WRAM for hosting and support for Nats participation.

Local Site and Volunteer Notes

District 2 received motel lists for Chicopee, MA (for Nats week). Many requests for work assignments at the Nats have been received—volunteers are needed. Numerous clubs and newsletters provide local information; keep sending newsletters and reports.

Frequency Issues

District III Frequency Coordinator Jim Bearden researched 72 MHz Radio Common Carrier (RCC) usage showing many transmitters in adjacent states causing interference. A report card will help determine interference problems—be sure to send one in if you experience interference.

Club Appreciation

Examples of clubs and benefactors helping modelers (e.g., Sunny Slope Farms and Braden's Airport) show that recognizing those who support clubs is important.

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District III Report (selected notes included in District II column)

(Various club reports, frequency issues, and event notices were included in the District II coverage above.)

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District IV Report

(Selected items and club notes)

District IV clubs praise Paul Yacobucci, District IV Frequency Coordinator; he maintains lists of commercial and industrial radio users that may cause interference.
Roanoke Valley RC Club auction—about 500 modelers attended; large swap meet format with homemade refreshments and displays.
Sandhills Model Aircraft Club: newsletter highlights recognition for members putting out special, unselfish effort.
Prince George's RC Club: schedule includes Quickie 200 races, Pattern & Scale contests, and Scale Masters.
Raleigh Aeromodelers: Fun Fly and Pattern events scheduled; Sunfest and Scale Meet planned.
Aeromasters MAC (Fredericksburg, VA) and Sky Lancers of Washington, DC have ongoing events and show teams.

Note: Some officers are considering stepping down if they cannot devote sufficient time to their duties.

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District V Report

Bill Mathews, District V Vice‑President 311 Poinciana Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209 — (205) 879‑3550

World Championship flying: Pensacola, FL, October 10‑15, 1983—FAI World RC Pattern Championships at Bronson Field. Host clubs: Northwest Florida RC Modelers, Pensacola Aeromodellers, Elgin Aeromodelers (Ft. Walton Beach). Volunteers to assist contact Ron Chidgey via Tony Stillman.
Dixie Sky Devils (Amory, MS): newly organized and chartered AMA club.
Capitol City RC Club (Jackson, MS) held its first fun fly of the season with heavy crash turnout; 25 contestants and 16 crashes.

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District VI Report

Bob Underwood, District VI Vice‑President 4109 Concord Oaks Dr., St. Louis, MO 63128

Spring activities and mall shows reported; mall shows are effective PR and recruitment events.
Encouragement for clubs to produce informational handouts explaining their activities; Lafayette Esquadrilles' example cited.
Chicago area: Great Race '83 sailplane distance event scheduled June 9‑12.
Charles DuVall (southern Illinois) built an elapsed time meter to track actual build time for projects.
Several club newsletters and local events highlighted; volunteers and photo credits acknowledged.

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District VIII Report

Arkansas • Louisiana • New Mexico • Oklahoma • Texas

Johnny Clemens, District VIII Vice‑President P.O. Box 64573, Dallas, TX 75206

Associate Vice‑Presidents

Bob Friedl, 5112 Southwood, Little Rock, AR 72205
Gene Hempel, 301 N. Yale Dr., Garland, TX 75042
William Howell, 971, 927 Commerce, Pleasanton, TX 78064
Don Barnes, 1509 E. ..., Albuquerque, NM 87111
Al Rain, 1904 Valley Oak Ct., Irving, TX 75061
Larry Sartor, 1459 Manor Dr., Bartlesville, OK 74003
Ted Shearer, 3416 David Dr., Metairie, LA 70003

Frequency Coordinator

Tom Blackney, 2300 Mary Lane, Grand Prairie, TX 75050

District VIII Notes

Excitement over the new AMA National Headquarters and Museum building in Reston, VA.
Mall shows continue to be popular ways to introduce aeromodeling to the public.
Control Line flying is experiencing renewed interest in the Dallas area; recruiting and supply challenges exist.
Indoor flying in Dallas continues to grow with monthly gatherings at the Bedford Boys Ranch; national indoor experts have participated and records set.
Flight training and club information packets (e.g., Richardson RC Club) are excellent tools for newcomer orientation.
Texas City RC Club newsletter and site improvements praised.

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District IX Report

Colorado • Kansas • Nebraska • North Dakota • South Dakota • Wyoming

Travis McGinnis, District IX Vice‑President 8027 W. 81st Circle, Arvada, CO 80005

Associate Vice‑Presidents

Robert Ball, 2622 S. ... Casper, WY 82601
Ed Cox, 8209 Linden Dr., Prairie Village, KS 66208
Dick Crowley, 16413 E. Stanford Pl., Aurora, CO 80015
Glen Law, 3701 S. 44th St., Lincoln, NE 68506
Jim Matteson, 429 Dogwood, Grafton, ND 58237
Tom Ricketts, 516 S. Huron, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

District IX Notes

Grand Junction, CO became AMA Chartered Club No. 1124 for 1983; contact Randy Smith for information.
New clubs and local flying sites reported in Kansas (Sand Hill Fliers in Garden City; activity in La Cygne).
Wichita, KS: Air Capitol Eagles and Wichita RC Club events (Jumbo Fly‑In, Pattern meet, Aviation Day, Sailplane contest).
Visit the new AMA Center for Aeromodelling in Reston; contributions to reduce the mortgage may be solicited.

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District X Report

Arizona • California • Hawaii • Nevada • Utah

Jim Scarborough, District X Vice‑President 30717 Rue Langlois, Rancho P. V., CA 90274

Associate Vice‑Presidents

Tom Bunker, 6532 Bourbon Way, Las Vegas, NV 89107
Glenn Carter, 2028 Golf Park Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Bob Kampmann, 6112 Kenmar Ave., Orangevale, CA 95662
Mike Lee, 3066 N. 12 Lane, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Bob Reynolds, Rt. 8, Box 574, Tucson, AZ 85710
Berty Strain, 3723 Sorensen Ave., Long Beach, CA 90808
Al Tuttle, 417 Enclain St., Pahalehua, Maui, HI 96788
Al Williamson, 425 Werchy, Chula Vista, CA 92011

Frequency Coordinator

Harold P. Jackson, 2828 Sunset Ave., Fair Oaks, CA 95628 — (916) 961‑3603

District X Notes

Report written from Florida while attending a Pattern meet and other events.
New AVP in Hawaii: Al Tuttle—active in many model types, organizing clubs on Maui.
South Bay Soaring Society and San Fernando Valley RC Flyers have improved and preserved local flying sites with volunteer work and modest costs.
Sierra College indoor flying (Rocklin) runs December through April.
Astro Electric Championships awarded nearly $2,000 in merchandise; electric is growing as a quiet power option.
Sun Valley Flyers (Phoenix) have a new 60 x 500 ft paved runway—an excellent site.

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From AMA HQ — Executive Director Reports

(Selected executive summaries and reports from AMA President, Executive VP, Vice‑Presidents, and HQ staff were presented in the sections above, including nomination procedures, budget and museum updates, frequency coordination, and district activity reports.)

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Radio‑Control Frequency Coordinator Postcard

Radio‑control enthusiasts: see pages 103–104 of the May 1983 issue of Model Aviation. The article introducing AMA’s Frequency Coordinator discussed tools to enable District Frequency Coordinator (DFC) work and mentioned a postcard as a quick way to submit RC interference information. A preprinted postcard was inserted in that issue between pages 58–59 for your use; it includes the appropriate spaces filled in for reporting interference.

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