Upcoming District II Events
Tue, Nov 25th, 2008, @7:00pm - 09:30PM
"ON" Oswego Indoors |
Tue, Dec 2nd, 2008, @7:00pm - 09:30PM
"ON" Oswego Indoors |
Tue, Dec 9th, 2008, @7:00pm - 09:30PM
"ON" Oswego Indoors |
Tue, Dec 16th, 2008, @7:00pm - 09:30PM
"OFF" Oswego Indoors |
District II Events Calendar
Academy of Model Aeronautics
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About the AMA |
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is the largest sport aviation organization in the world with over 170,000 members in over 2,500 chartered clubs. Through NAA, AMA is recognized by the Federation Aeronautique Internationale (FAI), the world governing body of all aviation activity, as the only organization which may direct U.S. participation in international aero modeling activities.
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AMA District II Website
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Wings Across America 2008 |
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Written by Webmaster
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Wednesday, 12 November 2008 21:22 |
Wings Across America What is this: The WAA is group of model airplane enthusiasts that will fly a battery powered Radio Controlled (RC) airplane in all 48 contiguous United States. The name they have given this adventure is Wings Across America 2008 or WAA-08 for short. For more Information check out their website at Wings Across America See More Photos Here Here are a few photos of some of the clubs that have participated in this event so far in AMA District II sent in by Frank Geisler. 
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Last Updated ( Tuesday, 18 November 2008 17:48 )
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Written by Webmaster
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Monday, 10 November 2008 21:17 |
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Page 1 of 2 Getting Started in R/C
One of the first things you need to decide is what draws your attention to R/C.
If you are interested in flying planes, pick an AMA Member Club locally and go to a meeting. If you like the group, join it and they will be more than willing to help you learn to fly. Check out the local club links on the left for New York and New Jersey. When you talk to the club members they will help you select the correct plane. They will tell you to start with a trainer either gas or electric powered and learn the basics of flying. Once you have achieved that "Solo" capability, now you can move on to more difficult aircraft. As for the cost, I have seen electric models sold for as little as $149.00 and gas powered trainers at $350.00. Either way, you are not done with just the plane, you also need some of the other accessories to help you fly. That includes things like battery chargers, tools, fuel, spare parts etc. The list goes on and on depending on how much you want to spend.
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Last Updated ( Monday, 10 November 2008 21:23 )
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Welcome our new District II Contest Coordinator |
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Written by gary m. fitch
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Wednesday, 27 August 2008 18:58 |
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Bob Kircher, long time District II R/C Contest Coordinator, and recipent of a District II Service Award in 2008, has taken a permanent work assignment and residence in Minnesota. With this change Bob has requested that we appoint a new person to this position.
Effective 9-1-08, Jim Goodemote of Allegany, NY will become the new R/C Contest Coordinator for District II. Jim brings a wealth of experience as a Contest Director, master builder, accomplished flyer, and the desire to get the job done correctly, to this position. We are indebted to Bob for his decades of service to the District. We wish him the very best air in his future! Jim, welcome to this AMA volunteer position. |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 20 September 2008 12:01 )
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Written by Ray Kappes - Webmaster AMA District II
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Saturday, 25 October 2008 11:57 |
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Check out the R/C related links. I have started this page to help those starting in the hobby to gain more knowledge. Please email the Webmaster with your local Hobby Shop information and URL so that I can add it to this list. Supporting your local hobby shop gives you a place to go when ever you have a problem. The prices in the local hobby shop will be about the same as the internet, and sometimes cheaper. Also if you know of a good R/C related site with information about the hobby for new and seasoned pilots, please let me know so we can share that information. |
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Last Updated ( Saturday, 25 October 2008 12:02 )
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New District II Frequency Coordinator |
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Written by Gary Fitch
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Friday, 25 July 2008 21:17 |
Please meet our new District II Frequency Coordinator - Kevin Coleman. Kevin's resume' reads like who's who in electronics in America. This is a portion of Kevin's resume':
Work includes the design and installation of RF, Microwave and Satellite Communications equipment to support the TV & Radio Network.
Frequency Coordinator for CBS’ New York headquarters and all NY based TV studios.
Past frequency Coordinator and lead RF engineer for the Clinton and Reagan inauguration, 1992 Winter Olympics in France and the 1994 Winter Olympics inNorway.
We are fortunate to have Kevin volunteer to become our new Frequency Coordinator. Please welcome Kevin to his new position. I know I look forward to working with him.
Kevin's contact info is as follows: Mr. Kevin Coleman
3 Gary Drive
Middletown, NJ 07748
Business Phone: (212) 975-2988
email:
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 07 August 2008 11:51 )
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About the Website
Welcome to the new AMA District II Website. We needed to make this change to update our software for the forum. Everything is still available on the website so take a look around to find your old favorites. Your old login should still work, if there is an issue, please send an email to the Webmaster. If your club is having an event, send the webmaster an email with the information and we will post the event on the calendar for you. There is still a lot of work to go on this, so any suggestions are welcome. I will be adding modules to the site from time to time to make it better. There are a few bugs still left in the site, and I am working on them. This website is a work in progress and will always be updated to keep District II on top. Thanks, Ray Kappes, Webmaster of AMA District II Website CONTACT District II Webmaster
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