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Cutting Ribs, the Easy Way

Let’s Get Building Again! Now that the holidays are over, it is time to get back to the workshop and make some progress on that new building project

How Do I Apply Fiberglass?

The Academy of Model Aeronautics’ Greg Hahn shares how to apply fiberglass to a model. He discusses the appropriate tools, preparation work, and the

Foam Plate and Plastic Straw Gliders

By Bill Kuhl Check out his website for a lot of great science activities! Ideas and Inspiration In my presentations lately I have been talking much

Trimming from the Ground Up: Pitch

A typical safe starting point for almost any airplane is if the CG is placed at 25% of the mean aerodynamic wing chord (MAC). The farthest back the CG

How to Cover a Model Airplane

This article is a tutorial on the process of adding a covering to a model airplane. You might do this to repair your plane from a crash, to customize

Preparing to Put a New Covering on a Model Airplane

Originally by Jon Putnam for Model Aviation (February 2009). An extended version was posted on Sport Aviator. Recovering a model doesn’t always

Egg Carton Glider

Age range: 5 and up, with adult assistance Time to complete: 5 minutes Supplies Needed Foam egg carton (dozen size) Glue or tape Ink pen Penny

FPG-9 Foam Glider

Questions about using the FPG-9 with your students? Ask us! Why not consider contacting an AMA Club near you to ask about a flight demonstration for

The Academy of Model Aeronautics’ Greg Hahn shares how to apply fiberglass to a model. He discusses the appropriate tools, preparation work and the proper technique to apply fiberglass.

AeroLab lessons use foam and balsa aircraft to teach force and motion concepts, with activities aligned to middle school standards and emphasizing math skills. The labs promote student engagement in prediction, data collection, graphing, and drawing conclusions.

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