The Indoor National Championships kicked off at the Kibbie Dome, with practice for F1D contenders and top glider pilots in attendance. AMA records fell in various categories, including Autogiro, Junior Manhattan, and Catapult 4 A-6.
Jun 20, 2023
The 100th anniversary of the first Nats takes place June 19-23, 2023, at the Kibbie Dome in Moscow, Idaho. The event features four contests: AMA Nats, US Indoor Championships, US Indoor Team Selection, and the FAI World Cup for F1D and F1N.
Jun 18, 2023
RC Helicopter Nats Results: Event Proceeded Despite Weather Challenges.
Aug 12, 2022
RC Helicopter Nats Continues: Despite rain and low ceilings, competitors finished their rounds and enjoyed the event, with close finishes and fun presentations. Awards will be presented on August 11.
Aug 11, 2022
RC Helicopter Nats Day 2 results:
- Sportsman: Byrdsong (4,000), Lewandowski (3.034), Lucente (2.774)
- Expert: Parker (3,568), Meade Gordie (4,000), Rojas (3.416)
- FAI/F3C: Maxwell (3,000), Sawamura (974), Muraki (827)
- FAI/F3N: Maxwell (1,000), Robertson (869)
Aug 10, 2022
The 2022 RC Aerobatics Nats took place August 1-5 at the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. The top three US pilots for the F3A World Championship are Andrew Jesky, Jason Shulman, and Peter Collinson.
Aug 9, 2022
Pilots competed in various RC helicopter categories at the 2022 RC Helicopter Nats, with team trials for F3C and F3N marking a significant event. Inclement weather and wind impacted performances, but top results were achieved by Gordie Meade (Expert), Nick Maxwell (F3C and F3N), and Brian Byrdsong (Sportsman).
Aug 9, 2022
The 2022 Outdoor FF Nats came to a close with clear and seasonable weather, allowing competitors to test their skills in various events such as P-30, F1S, 1/2A Gas, Classic Towline, and Unofficial Hi-Start Glider. The week-long event crowned champions in each age group and category, with notable performances from Frank Perkins, Caleb Finn, and Jan Langelius.
Aug 1, 2022
Outdoor FF Nats Day 4 Summary:
The day's flying was on the west side of the field due to a drift, with heavy dew and finicky thermals. Skilly DeLoach won Junior Hand Launch Glider, while Jan Langelius took top spot in HLG. Phillip Calvert dominated Electric A with an incredible score of 1406 seconds.
Jul 29, 2022