John Armstrong with his super cool Fox glider. It is fast and aerobatic.
The Cross Country Soaring Nats on July 18, 2025, took place under heavy overcast skies but with good lift. Several pilots participated in the Altitude Limited Electric Soaring contest, while others flew DLGs and electric sailplanes. The event was a success despite the weather, and organizers are looking forward to an even bigger turnout next year.
Jul 21, 2025
The video features a conversation between Terry, a novice pilot, and Mike Barbie, an experienced RC scale model airplane pilot, about the National Aeromodeling Championships (NATS). They discuss the competition's structure, judging criteria, classes, and skill levels, highlighting its inclusivity and emphasis on detail and precision.
Jul 18, 2025
Cross Country Posers
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Day two of the Cross Country (XC) competition at the Nats began with favorable weather, allowing pilots to launch and fly their planes without issues. Mike Bergerson successfully completed his 1K fly-and-return task for LSF Level 3, enjoying the experience and feeling relieved as he landed 50 feet from where he started.
Bergerson's friend John Butler joined him in the air, flying a Challenger F5J plane and completing an impressive 2K flight. The two friends had a great time together, with John even attempting an off-field landing in a pasture surrounded by barbed wire fences, which he navigated successfully.
Other pilots also participated in the XC competition, including Ed, who flew his Pike Perfect on a 1K fly-and-return task and completed his 30-minute duration requirement. Several other planes, including a Kennedy Composites Sprite 2M and Super AVA, were seen in the skies over Parker City.
The article concludes by inviting readers to join the pilots for the final day of XC competition at the Nats, promising "joy is endless" and "blue skies".
Jul 18, 2025
The 2025 Nats Control Line Precision Aerobatics contest was a success, with Frank Williams taking over event direction on short notice and the team executing well. The weather was mostly good, except for foggy conditions on Tuesday morning, but no major issues were reported. The event saw strong competition and camaraderie among pilots and their families, with many lasting friendships forged.
Jul 17, 2025
The 2025 RC Soaring Nats is underway!
The Cross Country Soaring event at Monroe Central High School had a rainy start but ultimately turned into a fun day with test flights and trimmed sailplanes. A well-trimmed glider is crucial for success, and the pilots spent time fine-tuning their airplanes. The event promises runs down the course for tomorrow.
Jul 17, 2025
This is a purpose-built Catalina XC sailplane by Mike Ward with motor launch.
The 2025 Cross Country Soaring event at the AMA/LSF Nats begins July 16-18 in Monroe, Indiana, where pilots will launch, climb, and return with their sailplanes while following a GPS-mapped course through rural countryside.
Jul 17, 2025
Rory Hartman’s modified Carbon Cub.
The 2025 AMA RC Scale Nationals took place with 34 registered pilots and 47 potential flights scheduled. The Pro-Am classes were the most popular, followed by the Open Scale class. Weather conditions caused delays, but the event concluded on Sunday with an award ceremony and pilots packing up to head home. Rory Hartman's Red Bull Carbon Cub won top honors in Sport Sportsman class.
Jul 17, 2025
Fast Combat winners (L to R), 1st place Neil Simpson, 2nd Brian Stas, 3rd Bill Maywald, 4th Chuck Rudner.
11 pilots participated in the July 12, 2025 AMA Fast Combat, with Neil Simpson taking the championship win.
Jul 15, 2025
The AMA National Aeromodeling Championships (NATS) features high-speed pylon racing with pilots navigating turns around closely spaced pylons. The competition is fierce and international, with a focus on precision and real-time data relay via "callers" who help pilots stay focused.
Jul 15, 2025