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Coverage, results, and stories from the National Aeromodeling Championships.

The Greve/Thompson Flying Aces Club mass launch.

The Greve/Thompson Flying Aces Club mass launch.

July 25, 2024: Outdoor FF

The 2024 AMA Outdoor Free Flight (FF) Nats began at sunrise on Thursday, with Dawn Unlimited and the F1B flyoff. The day was jam-packed with exciting flying and high-entry events.
Jul 26, 2024
Mark Groves flew his Supra in ALES.

Mark Groves flew his Supra in ALES.

July 25, 2024: RC Soaring ALES

Good morning, Muncie! The final day of Altitude Limited Electric Soaring (ALES) is in the books. ALES is the everyman Thermal Duration event. You can fly everything from a foam Radian to a 4-figure carbon slipper.
Jul 26, 2024
Michael Wizynajtys discus launching his CX5.

Michael Wizynajtys discus launching his CX5.

July 25, 2024: RC Soaring F3K

Day two of F3K is in the books, and we have a new National Champion. Mengchen Li won the title, followed by Joe Dougherty and Contest Director (CD) Mickey Nowell on the podium.
Jul 26, 2024
A mass launch during the first round of FAC Low Wing Military Trainer. Wally Farrell notches the win after three flight heats.

A mass launch during the first round of FAC Low Wing Military Trainer. Wally Farrell notches the win after three flight heats.

July 24, 2024: Outdoor FF

Today was the third official day of flying at the 2024 AMA Outdoor Free Flight (FF) Nats, and numerous popular events were featured, including E-36, Catapult Glider, B Gas, and F1B.
Jul 25, 2024
Good form leads to a great launch.

Good form leads to a great launch.

July 24, 2024: RC Soaring F3K

What an exhilarating start to the 2024 AMA F3K Nats! After nearly two years away from F3K contests due to a shoulder injury, it feels fantastic to be back in the game.
Jul 25, 2024
Lots of electric sailplanes are present at the 2024 AMA RC Soaring Nats.

Lots of electric sailplanes are present at the 2024 AMA RC Soaring Nats.

July 24, 2024: RC Soaring ALES

A kinder, gentler Nats. Ahhhhh. The start of Altitude Limited Electric Soaring (ALES) went smoothly for Conest Director Norm Poti. If there were issues, they weren't noticed by those enjoying their first day of ALES.
Jul 25, 2024
John Butler and Tim Johnson, of CA, preparing a little practice session for tomorrow’s ALES contest.

John Butler and Tim Johnson, of CA, preparing a little practice session for tomorrow’s ALES contest.

2024 RC Soaring ALES Introduction

With the conclusion of the winched and bungee-launched events, the 2024 AMA RC Soaring Nats opens up for Altitude Limited Electric Soaring (ALES).
Jul 24, 2024
:] The 2024 F3RES winners (R-L): Gordon Buckland, FL; CD Jonathan Garber, CO; Mickey Nowell; Randy Everly, TN; Steven Wilcox Jr., AZ; and Oscar Cytrynowicz, TX.

The 2024 F3RES winners (R-L): Gordon Buckland, FL; CD Jonathan Garber, CO; Mickey Nowell; Randy Everly, TN; Steven Wilcox Jr., AZ; and Oscar Cytrynowicz, TX.

July 23, 2024: RC Soaring F3RES

F3RES at the 2024 AMA RC Soaring Nats has concluded. The five-man teams have dispersed, and their exploits have all been recorded, certified, and placed into the history books for all to see many, many generations from now.
Jul 24, 2024
Andy Tomasch and his OT Catapult Obarski airplane.

Andy Tomasch and his OT Catapult Obarski airplane.

July 23, 2024: Outdoor FF

The Bernard Mulvihill Trophy originated in 1923 and is the oldest continuously awarded aviation trophy in the US. Regardless of age, the trophy goes to the high time-scorer in the AMA Outdoor Free Flight (FF) Nats Mulvihill event.
Jul 24, 2024

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