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The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) has helped graduating seniors achieve their dreams since 1970, with individual scholarships starting at $500 each year. This year, $49,500 was awarded to seven students!

A woman and a child looking at the child's aviation project.

Education Director Kyle Jaracz, Education Development Coordinator Gwen Mathis, and Educational Project Manager Emily Rice traveled to the 2025 Women in Aviation International (WAI) Conference in Denver, Colorado! The hopped on a plane on March 26 and spent three amazing days networking and sharing AMA Educational Resources with aviation professionals, educators, and young aviation enthusiasts.

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WELCOME TO the exciting world of model aviation! If you’re a first-time flier, you’re about to embark on a thrilling journey. Before you take to the

This article provides a concise guide to help you start flying your model aircraft safely and in compliance with regulations. For more in-depth

Soaring Safely: A First-Time Flyer’s Guide to Model Aviation Welcome to the exciting world of model aviation! If you’re a first-time flier, you’re

AMA Foundation sponsors annual scholarships for postsecondary students!

As part of its commitment to the celebration of model aviation, the Academy of Model Aeronautics has always strongly believed that not only is our

AMA Ambassador and NASA Astronaut Hoot Gibson shares his story with attendees of the CSI: Flight Adventures exhibit opening.

AMA and NASA have a longstanding record of proactively working together to inspire a love of aviation in the US. NASA facilities often boast a nearby AMA model aviation club, where they share our passion for flight. AMA has collaborated with NASA engineers on myriad projects, such as the Heavy Lift STEM Challenge, the UAS4STEM Search and Rescue Challenge, the AMA Expo Speaker Series, Model Aviation magazine articles, biographies, and even a dedicated exhibit space in the National Model Aviation Museum in Muncie, Indiana, that provides emphasis on STEM-focused, real-world work that NASA conducts using subscale models to test aerodynamic principles.

Julie Newman, Chief Engineer for a major satellite program at Boeing and active STEM outreach champion, found her true calling in engineering. She

In a celebration of education, innovation, and aeronautics, the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) recently played host to the distinguished recipients of the Air and Space Forces Association (AFA) Teacher of the Year awards.