1. Introduction to AMA

2. AMA Mission The Academy of Model Aeronautics is a world-class association of modelers organized for the purpose of promotion, development, education and advancement of modeling activities. The Academy provides leadership, organization, competition, communication, protection, representation, recognition, education and scientific/technical development to modelers.

3. AMA Goals and Objectives Promote our hobby and sport Represent the interests of members Protect our members and flying sites Inform about advancements in modeling Educate the public and government Preserve our history and heritage

4. Promote

5. Represent

6. Protect

7. Inform

8. Educate

9. Preserve

10. AMA Challenges Where will it come from? Are we positioned to take advantage of new trends? How do we handle? How do we educate the new people? Are models getting too big? How do we protect ourselves and the public? How do we maintain a positive image? Growth Park Flyers/Electrics Safety Public Image

11. Hot Topics Spread Spectrum Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) –Advisory Circular –Fallout from 9/11 and UAVs –Use of Full Scale Airports for model events Flying Site Development –EPA Superfund Sites

12. Spread Spectrum No anticipated affect on 72 or 27 MHz band. It’s possible DSS modules and receivers will be available to retrofit current systems. DSS will be virtually immune from outside interference. Standards adopted worldwide for DSS. Servo/system response time won’t change.

13. FAA Issues Airspace Issues 9/11 Security and UAVs Model Aircraft Events at Full Scale Airports

14. EPA AMA has established a relationship with the Environmental Protection Agency. Reclaimed “Superfund” sites may be utilized as model aircraft flying sites. New AMA and the EPA alliance provides a pathway by which AMA Chartered Clubs and Superfund site custodians can come together. Contact Wes De Cou 480.460.9466

15. In conclusion, AMA Leadership Strong national organization to meet the challenges of a changing world. Growth is key to preserving and protecting our hobby and sport. We must recognize that change is inevitable and vital to our long-term goals. We are all in this together.