Don't get caught with
an expired membership!

Spring is finally here and it's time to fly! We still have a number of AMA members who have not renewed their memberships for this year. Clubs need to check their members for current AMA cards.

    If you know someone who hasn't renewed his or her AMA membership, encourage that person to do so. It is easy and many methods to renew are available. Go online at www.modelaircraft.org, call our toll-free number at (800) 435-9262, or mail in the application that was sent out or is published in the magazine each month.

    Don't get caught with an expired membership!

Chartered club renewal this year was not without some problems. I want to thank club officers for being patient and working through all of the requirements necessary for renewing their clubs' charters.

    We still have many clubs that have not renewed and many clubs that did not provide all of the necessary information. As of April we have processed 1,924 clubs; there are still 576 that need to complete this process.

    Clubs that had errors concerning the data submitted have been contacted by telephone, E-mail, or regular mail. In order for your club to be one in good standing, we must have all the information requested.

    We will send a second notice to those clubs that have not sent in any paperwork. If you check the AMA Web site and your club is not listed, it is likely that we have not received your paperwork or there is a problem with what was submitted. If this is the case, please contact the club secretary Lois Pierce at (765) 287-1256, extension 291, or loisp@modelaircraft.org.

The National Model Airplane Championships—at least the outdoor portion of the Nats—is scheduled for July 4 through August 6 this year. Entry forms are available on the AMA Web site or you can call or E-mail Yolanda Jones at (765) 287-1256, extension 224, or yolandaj@modelaircraft.org.

    Be sure you include your AMA number and the event(s) you plan to enter. Events have deadlines, and fees increase after the deadline, so enter now and avoid those late fees.

Does your name appear on the Walk of Fame? As I am writing this, more than 500 individuals, clubs, and organizations have purchased bricks in the Walk of Fame, which is located at AMA Headquarters in Muncie, Indiana.

    I will include portions of the list in my column until all have been recognized. Check it out and see who has supported the organization and will have their names at AMA Headquarters for life.

    We offer three levels of donations: $100, $500, and $1,000. The Walk of Fame is a great way to show support for your favorite hobby and sport for future generations. If you have questions about this program, please send me a note or give me a call and I will assist you in any way I can. MA

Safe flying.

Joyce Hager, Acting Executive Director

Walk of Fame