AMA Air
AMA Jr. Camp Takeover with the AMA Education Team!
AMA Jr. Camp is starting on April 25th and will conclude with a live takeover of AMA Air on Friday, April 29, at 3 p.m. EDT. AMA Education Director Kyle Jaracz and Education Specialist Kyle Thede will join the show to recap AMA Jr. Camp!
Getting Youth Involved in Aviation
AMA Air was live on Tuesday, March 15 and if you missed the live stream, you can always watch past episodes On Demand! On the latest episode, Matt and Lee talk about some upcoming events and how you might be able to save a few bucks by being an AMA member. Paul Kaup talked about a STEM event in Arizona that introduces model aviation to youth, and Lee Ray will recap his trip to the 2022 Southeastern Model Show in Perry, Georgia. All that and much more on AMA Air!
Getting Youth Involved in Aviation
AMA Air was live on Tuesday, March 15 and if you missed the live stream, you can always watch past episodes On Demand! On the latest episode, Matt and Lee talk about some upcoming events and how you might be able to save a few bucks by being an AMA member. Paul Kaup talked about a STEM event in Arizona that introduces model aviation to youth, and Lee Ray will recap his trip to the 2022 Southeastern Model Show in Perry, Georgia. All that and much more on AMA Air!
Announcing March Club of the Month
Join Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray on March 1, 2022, at 2 p.m. EST for a live broadcast of AMA Air. Matt and Lee will announce the Club of the Month for the month of March, share a special birthday announcement, and tell you how you can have the chance to have your photo occupy the cover spot on our IFlyAMA Facebook group! All that and much more on the next live episode of AMA Air!
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AMA Jr Camp is returning for 2022!
Model Aviation Executive Editor Jay Smith joins Matt to share a few sneak peeks from the upcoming release of the March Digital Edition and tells us how you can read the issue early! Find out more about how to secure your child’s spot to attend AMA Jr. Camp happening April 25-29. Also, the world of model aviation is coming to Muncie this summer! Find out the details on AMA Air!
Remembering Hal Parenti
On this episode of AMA Air, learn about upcoming events near you, along with some information about this year’s Florida Jets and the Top Gun Invitational hosted by Frank Tiano Enterprises Event Promotions. Also, Lee Ray shares some information about February’s Club of the Month – Palm Beach R/C Association. And finally, we pay our respects to Harold “Hal” Parenti and describe “a life well-lived”. All that and more modeling news on this episode of AMA Air.
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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.