AMA Air
AMA Air – December 3, 2023
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray discuss AMA’s new partnership with Grouper (Element3), provide a quick update on the status of FAA-Recognized Identification Areas (FRIAs), and look back on some of 2023’s standout moments.
AMA Air – November 9, 2023
This month, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray provide an update on a new Remote ID Exemption Authorization for clubs in controlled airspace, highlight the Club of the Month, and get a jumpstart on the upcoming holidays with an AMA Store giveaway.
AMA Air – Oct. 3, 2023
On this episode of AMA Air, special guest Brian Schiller from Du-Bro joins the show to discuss Du-Bro’s sponsorship of the Nats, new products from Du-Bro, and give away some exciting items!
AMA Air – Sept. 8, 2023
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt Ruddick and Lee Ray welcome AMA Government Affairs Senior Director Tyler Dobbs on the show to provide Remote ID and FAA-Recognized Identification Area (FRIA) updates. A recap of the recent Air Power Over IAC event, with Contest Director Tony Stillman, is provided, alongside much more!
AMA Air / July 7th 2023
On this episode of AMA Air, Matt and Lee preview the Nats, provide an update from the Gov Team, and recap Camp AMA, the National Fun Fly, and MultiGP IO events.
AMA Air / June 2nd, 2023
On this episode, AMA celebrates 50 years of Hitec, Lee will recap his visit to Joe Nall, and we announce the winner of the Legend Hobby Maxi-Lift aircraft giveaway!
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.