Model Aircraft Flying Fields That Operated Safely For Years Have Been Shut Down Under The Threat Of Civil Penalties
In September of this year, the FAA extended its no-fly zone for drones, known as a Special Flight Rules Area (SFRA) from a 15 mile area surrounding Washington, DC National Airport to a 30 mile restricted zone. This restriction applies to drones as well as radio controlled model aircraft.
Model Aircraft Enthusiasts And Full-Scale Aircraft Pilots Will Find Something Of Interest At The AMA Expo January 8-10
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), the world’s largest community-based organization of model aircraft enthusiasts, will be hosting the 18th annual AMA Expo on January 8-10, 2016 at the Ontario Convention Center. The AMA Expo is an opportunity for media, hobbyists, and the general public to experience firsthand the latest advancements in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) technology and products.
The NTSB Has Released Its Report On The Crash Of An Aventura II Homebuilt Aircraft At The Sport Aviation Expo 2015
The NTSB has released its report from an accident that occurred last January at the Sebring Sport Aviation Expo involving an Avantura II homebuilt airplane.
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