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National Security: Everyone's Responsibility
The FAA
Notice for Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) has again
been delayed until late summer. In some ways this is
good news, however, the inevitable will come. Please
stay informed by monitoring the AMA website. Your
assistance will be needed!
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Become a Leader Member
Does your
club have a Leader Member (LM)? Someone who will
keep the membership up-to-date on AMA programs? A
member, who has demonstrated an above-average
interest in AMA and/or participation in AMA matters.
If you or another Open AMA member thought about
becoming a Leader Member check out
www.modelaircraft.org/membership/lm-application.aspx
and see if you qualify.
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The God Complex
I recently viewed
a presentation by Tim Hardy, a noted economist, on
what he called the God Complex. I am including a
link to that YouTube thread if you want to see the
20-minute presentation. It is well worth your time.
In a few words, he espouses the value of trial and
error in systems rather than the "God Complex"
approach. The God Complex means someone who is an
"expert" in a particular area and thinks he knows
all the answers.
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Let's Get Your Club on
the Map
The great
majority of clubs are formed to just go out and
have some fun at a flying site they have worked to
obtain and maintain. There is absolutely nothing
wrong with that concept. There is nothing better
than flying in a safe, comfortable environment with
family and friends.
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Just Fly the Airplane
Okay, I am going to do a little story
telling here, but I promise to get to the point as soon
as possible. There are times when someone or something
makes an impression on you that sticks with you for the
rest of your life. This is one of those stories.
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When
Epoxy Doesn't Harden Properly
Epoxy is one
of the best modeling materials available. It’s useful as
an adhesive for wetting out fiberglass cloth, as a
filler, and as a finishing material. It can be thinned
or thickened for a variety of purposes. Even though it
is useful, epoxy can be a pain when it doesn’t harden
properly.
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Field Safety: Flight Box Fire
Engine Maintenance 101
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Plans Building for the Novice: Part 6
Tips & Tricks
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