The Academy of Model Aeronautics
is a world-class association of modelers organized for the purpose of
promotion, development, education, advancement, and safeguarding of
modeling activities.
The AMA is the world's largest model aviation association, representing
a membership of more than 150,000 from every walk of life, income level
and age group.
The AMA,
in response to the growing number of pilots taking advantage of the
breakthroughs in RC electronics, created a membership category
specifically for park flyer-type aircraft. The
Park
Pilot Programfor membership benefits!
Park Flyer Definition: Park Flyer models will weigh two pounds or
less and be incapable of reaching speeds greater than 60 mph. They must
be electric or rubber powered, or of any similar quiet means of
propulsion. Models should be remotely controlled or flown with a
control line, remain within the pilot’s line of sight at all
times, and always be flown safely by the operator.
A Park Flyer site can be either an outdoor or an indoor venue. When
flying at sites specifically designed for Park Flyers, the pilot will
keep the model within the established flight boundaries of the field.
Members need to take into consideration several factors including
piloting ability, weight, size, and speed of the Park Flyer model to
determine if a Park Flyer site is an appropriate venue for flying a
particular model. The test should be, “Can I fly this model
safely and quietly at this flying site?”
Clubs
Park Flying Fun
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