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October 10, 2019

FAA To Impose Inexplicable Restrictions On Model Aircraft

Proposing Onerous Altitude Limits In Controlled And Some Uncontrolled Airspace

The Academy of Model Aeronautics is asking for assistance in what it describes as an urgent matter. The FAA recently unexpectedly informed the AMA that, contrary to earlier commitments to the organization, the agency is planning to limit all recreational model aircraft operations to 400 feet in controlled airspace and there will be no exceptions. Although a 400 feet limit may work for a large number of our members, we have a number of disciplines that will need to go higher than these proposed heights. Additionally, the FAA is proposing re

ATP-Rated Pilot Was Fatally Injured

The NTSB has released its preliminary report from an accident involving a Solo Wings Windlass weight-shift-control aircraft accident in Dalton, GA September 28th which fatally injured the pilot of the aircraft.

Will Consist Of Two Classes Of Racing; Super Sport And Extreme Sport

On Oct. 1, 2019, JLC AirShow Management received official notice of accreditation from the FAA to organize and host the recently developed AirShow Racing Series (ARS). The ARS is the newest and one of the most exciting additions to the air show industry.