AMA Air
AMA Air – June 7, 2024
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray talk with AMA Foundation Director Steve Haston about what all to expect from the upcoming National Fun Fly event, reveal an exciting new addition to the National Model Aviation Museum, and much more!
AMA Air – May 3, 2024
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray are joined by AMA Government Affairs Sr. Director Tyler Dobbs to discuss the new FAA Reauthorization Bill, have a chat with Triple Tree Aerodrome Executive Director Robb Williams about Joe Nall Week, and provide a recap of the solar eclipse event!
AMA Air – April 5, 2024
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray recap the results of the FAI F1D World Championships for Indoor Model Aircraft, preview the upcoming April 8th Solar Eclipse, and much more!
AMA Air – March 8, 2024
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray recap the Southeastern Model Show (Perry Swap Meet), provide an update from the AMA Government Relations team regarding Remote ID Sanctioned Event Waivers, discuss the status of FAA-Recognized Identification Areas (FRIAs) ahead of the March 16th Remote ID deadline, and much more!
AMA Air – February 9, 2024
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray are joined by AMA Government Affairs Director Tyler Dobbs to give an update on the FAA Reauthorization Bill in Congress, discuss new benefits offered to AMA members, and provide details on exciting events coming to the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana, in the months ahead!
AMA Air – January 12, 2024
Happy New Year! On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray welcome 2024 by talking with Quique Somenzini of Flex Innovations, as well as discussing tales of holiday flying, and important deadlines for AMA grants.
AMA Podcasts
New season to start in Janurary of 2022
Additional Items That May Be Of Interest
Events, FAA Testing, and an Exclusive Podcast!
AMA Government Affairs Director Tyler Dobbs joined Matt for the March 1 episode of AMA Air. Tyler shares some details that were just released about the Aeronautical Safety and Knowledge Test. Matt and Tyler share a few events happening around the country and let you know how to find out the current status of events in your area. Plus, learn how you can unlock an exclusive episode of The AMA Podcast! All that and more on this episode of AMA Air!
Virtual Flying: Real Fun
Virtual flying: Real fun
In this video, Matt Ruddick, Jay Smith, and Kyle Jaracz discuss flight simulators! What’s your go-to? Where are the most active online communities? How much do they cost?
RC Roundtable Has Taken Over AMA Air!
The RC Roundtable Podcast has gained access to AMA Air and taken over this episode! Join Fitz Walker, Terry Dunn, and Lee Ray to learn about new and returning AMA programs and where you can find the latest information about Remote ID. The RC Roundtable guys also hack into Jay Smith’s files to share a sneak peek of Model Aviation’s February issue, which is now available for digital subscribers!
The Tiny Whoop
Jesse Perkins, founder and creator of the Tiny Whoop, joins the AMA Podcast to talk about the origin of the most whimsical aircraft in model aviation, the Tiny Whoop.
FAA
The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST)
TRUST is The Recreational UAS Safety Test. It provides education and testing for recreational flyers on important safety and regulatory information. If you fly your drone recreationally under the Exception for Recreational Flyers you must pass the test before you fly.
How does the TRUST work?
The FAA provides education and testing content to FAA Approved Test Administrators of TRUST, who in turn provide the content to recreational flyers for free.
The TRUST is divided into two sections:
The first section provides you with the information needed to pass the test.
The second section is a series of multiple choice questions. You cannot fail the test. If you answer a question incorrectly you will be provided with information on why the answer you chose was incorrect and will be prompted to try again.
Upon completion of the TRUST you will receive a completion certificate. The certificate never expires however if you lose your certificate you will need to re-take the test and obtain a new certificate. Neither the test administrator, nor the FAA, will maintain personally identifiable information about the recreational flyer so it is not possible to re-print or re-issue your original certificate.
How can I take the TRUST?
You may take the free online test through any of the approved test administrators listed below.
In June 2021, the FAA announced the following entity as an FAA Approved Test Administrators of TRUST:
Register your drone with the FAA
Registration costs $5 and is valid for 3 years. You’ll need a credit or debit card and the make and model of your drone handy in order to register. Learn more about registering your drone.