All Pro Dads Program

Learn how AMA Executive Vice President Randy Cameron has used the "All Pro Dads" program to introduce his son's classmates to model aviation.

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Basic Sanding Techniques
Sandpaper is a material that is almost always used when building a glider. The process of using sandpaper to remove material is called sanding. In this article, Kurt Krempetz of AMA Glider explains techniques for sanding a glider.
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MAKE | Maker Hangar
MAKE Magazine and AMA youth member Lucas Weakley have teamed up to bring you Maker Hangar, a 15-episode tutorial series that will teach you everything you need to know to build and fly this custom RC plane, the Maker Trainer.
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Modifying a Sky Streak (Rubber-Powered Balsa Plane) for Better Performance
The Sky Streak is a balsa motorplane that can be easily assembled by just about anyone and can be flown either indoors or outside. Although the stock Sky Streak flies well, there are some special modifications you can make to really enhance flight performance.
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Wing Patching; Easy 1, 2, 3
Have you ever gotten a hole in one of the wings of your model aircraft? In this article, we will demonstrate a few easy steps to help you patch the hole in your wing successfully.
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Trimming from the Ground Up: Right Thrust, Landing & Altitude Adjustment
When trimming one's airplane, it is extremely important to correctly set up the right thrust, so it will be ready for takeoff. The attitude adjustment is also a factor that is important for takeoff. This article explains several problems that can arise when trimming your plane, as well as solutions to help your plane fly safely.
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Trimming from the Ground Up: Directional Controllability
Trimming for directional controllability allows for the model to not be cross-trimmed and to fly straight at all speeds. It also causes the plane to achieve predictable aileron response at these speeds. Atfer trimming is completed, your model will have balanced wings that will allow your plane to fly straight!
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Sealing the Aileron Hinge Line
Aileron hinge-line leakage can cause many problems when flying a model. It causes loss of lift, adverse yaw and hampers roll control. This article explains how to seal the hinge gaps to prevent these issues.
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The Plymouth Motor Corporation sponsored a large modeling contest called the International Model Plane Contest from 1947 to 1953. The competition brought young men from all over the country to compete in Detroit for a dazzling array of trophies.

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