Alaris Unmanned Systems

The AMA and ALARIS Unmanned Systems have teamed together with a common commitment to developing and promoting tools that improve the safety of UAS operations.

Public Safety Training

This hands-on training course will provide public safety officers the knowledge needed to use UAS technology safely and effectively in their daily jobs.

DJI

DJI, the world’s leading maker of unmanned aircraft systems, and the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), the nation’s leading voice for aircraft modelers, have partnered to launch a joint program to promote safe and responsible drone operations, train public safety officers to use drones effectively, and support educational outreach efforts.

UAS4STEM: Search and Rescue Challenge

Introducing a new STEM program from the Academy of Model Aeronautics, UAS4STEM!

UAS4STEM Search & Rescue Challenge-Quadzilla Build Instructions

Need help building your Quadzilla? You've come to the right place!

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Learn about Life Weight and Thrust in this interactive game

Learn about Pitch, Yaw, and Roll in this interactive game

Learn to build the FPG-9 airplane in this interactive tutorial


Lipo Battery Basics

LiPo (Lithium-Polymer) batteries are a popular means for powering our electric models. As is the case when working with any power source, there are a few things that modelers need to know to stay safe and keep their batteries performing.

Radio Programming Basics

Today’s model fliers have many great choices for radio equipment. This article will try to help new modelers better understand the features available in most RC transmitters.

UMASC

(University Model Aviation Student Club) Announcing a brand new discounted membership program for students at colleges and universities!

Model Aviation Student Club (MASC)

Model Aviation Student Club, or MASC, is a chartering program for school aeromodeling clubs!

UAS4STEM Electronics Overview

Archie Stafford explains the electrical components of the Quadzilla multi-rotor.

AMA Alpha

Introducing the AMA Alpha! The Alpha is a rubber-powered airplane that provides amazing flight duration, controlled flight, and can easily be disassembled and taken home to fly again.

Commercial Operator Training

This online training course will provide commercial UAS pilots the knowledge needed to pass the FAA’s required Remote Pilot—small Unmanned Aircraft Systems certification standards test.

Tuesday, October 3, 2017 to Wednesday, October 4, 2017

Leaders, industry experts, and end-users will gather at Drone World Expo in the heart of Silicon Valley to present real-world solutions to your business and environmental challenges.

The first National Aeromodeling Contest was held in 1915.