Tuesday, 30 October 2018 00:00
 We meet again at MASM flying field Saturday, December 1, 2018 with Toys for Tots. Bring a unwrapped two toys (one for girl and one for boy) between 9am and 2pm with you and fly your plane. If weather does not cooperate and does not permit, flying bring a toy anyway. Rex Williams will be there rain or shine from 9am until 2pm collecting toys which will be donated as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. Contact Rex Williams Jr if you have questions (
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). Click here to download the official MASM 2018 Toys for Tots flyer. Click here for more information about the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.
Thursday, 26 July 2018 00:00
 Attention Everyone ! Due to the efforts of Rex Williams, Mather Aerospace Modelers Is proud to announce AMA Aviation Day Fun Fly. All money will be donated to the McClellan Aviation Air Museum,as a part of Aviation Week. All Planes welcome, so come out and fly !!! Please attached file for info, John Stewart. Download the official flyer .
Tuesday, 17 April 2018 00:00
| Letter from Academy of Model Aeronautics. |  | | Monday, April 16, 2018 Dear AMA club leaders, Most of you have probably read our recent letter to AMA members, requesting help to protect the Special Rule for Model Aircraft (Section 336). We are requesting our clubs' assistance to reach as many model aircraft enthusiasts as possible and amplify our message. Congress has begun drafting language to address Section 336. During this process, some are asking for the repeal of Section 336 – which has allowed AMA to manage our members and fly safely and responsibly, as we have for over 80 years. Losing the Special Rule would be an enormous burden for our hobby. There are currently two paths to fly legally in the U.S. – either under Section 336 or under the FAA's Small UAS Rule (Part 107). If Section 336 is repealed, everyone will have to take an in person test, pay for a remote pilot's certificate, and fly under Part 107 rules. Under Part 107, an individual must be at least 16 years of age to obtain the remote pilot's certificate, so this path leaves AMA's 50,000 youth members unable to fly. This is a critical moment to let your elected representatives know the importance of Section 336 to education, innovation, and hobbyists. You can help by doing the following: - Share AMA's Facebook and Twitter posts to contact their legislators.
- Forward this email (or the original email request) to your club member list, in case our membership records do not contain a person's most current email address or as a reminder to those that have not yet contacted their representatives.
- Mention this campaign at the flying site and during your next meeting to your members that may not utilize email or social media.
Please ask everyone to click here to send a letter to your elected representatives in support of the Special Rule for Model Aircraft. In addition to sending a letter, you will also have an opportunity to call your representatives. We encourage everyone to take the time for this as well. We need your help to demonstrate the value of the Special Rule for Model Aircraft for our community and future generations of hobbyists. We appreciate your assistance in protecting Section 336 and promoting the safe integration of model aircraft into the national airspace system. Sincerely, AMA Government Affairs | | This email was sent by: Academy of Model Aeronautics
5161 E. Memorial Dr. Muncie, IN 47302 USA |
Monday, 16 April 2018 00:00
 MASM Armed Forces Day Static Display is held at California Aerospace Museum, 3200 Freedom Park Dr., McClellan, CA on Saturday, May 19, 2018. We will come and setup our static display at 8:00am. The museum will open at 10am and we will be there till 5pm . DIRECTIONS: From highway 50 take WATT AVE NORTH until you get to FREEDOM PARK DR. Turn left (WEST) to the museum. Or Goggle map quest: California Aerospace Museum,3200 Freedom Park Dr., McClellan, CA.
Rex Williams Jr. Download the official flyer .
Saturday, 16 December 2017 00:00
On December 12, 2017, President Trump signed legislation that will reverse the earlier court ruling in the John Taylor case and restore the FAA’s UAS registration requirement, including for AMA members.
AMA believes that registration makes sense at some level, but has pushed for a more reasonable threshold. While we address these issues, members will be legally required to comply with the FAA registration requirement.
Following are some frequently asked questions. Answers are based on the information available at time of press and are subject to change.
Q: If I already registered, do I have register again?
A: You will not have to register again since this bill simply reverses the John Taylor case. We will share more as details emerge.
Q: Do I need to register again if I requested a refund and asked to be removed from the registration list?
A: You will need to re-register only if you received FAA confirmation that your request to be removed the database was honored.
Q: I did not request a refund/removal from registration database, will my registration number and expiration date stay the same?
A: Yes, your registration number and expiration date will remain the same unless you requested that the FAA remove your information from the database, and received FAA conformation of this removal.
Q: How do I register?
A: You can register at https://registermyuas.faa.gov. If you need assistance, please call 877 396 4636. 
Q: Do I have to register every aircraft?
A: You only need to register your name, physical address, and email address once. You will receive a single FAA registration number which is to be placed inside all of your aircraft along with your AMA number.
Q: Do only drones and multirotor operators need to register?
A: Anyone who flies a model that can freely navigate in the air and uses a remote control device (e.g. RC transmitter) is required to register. This includes drones, traditional fixed wing model aircraft, model helicopters, and other remote controlled model aircraft. If you exclusively fly models under .55 pounds, indoors, control line, or free flight models - you do not need to register.
Q: Do I need to list both my AMA number and my federal registration number on my aircraft?
A: Yes, you need to list both your AMA number and Federal registration number on your aircraft. We are advocating to allow members to use their AMA numbers. We believe an AMA membership already meets the intent of registration, but at this time place both numbers on your aircraft.
Q: How does UAS registration affect my membership?
A: AMA club or member benefits are not contingent on UAS registration. We encourage all members to follow Federal regulations, but we are not policing UAS registration.
Q: Should clubs, contest directors, or event leaders require all pilots be registered?
A: No, we are not asking our clubs or contest directors to police UAS Registration. That decision is up to each individual club and event leader.
Q: I am an Affiliate Member, do not live in the US, or I am not a US Citizen. How do I register?
A:Everyone, including foreign nationals and tourists, who operate a UAS for hobby or recreational purposes outdoors in the U.S. must use the FAA’s online registration system. These non-U.S. citizens or non-permanent U.S. residents will receive the same registration certificate as U.S. Citizens or permanent U.S. residents. However, this certificate will function as a “recognition of ownership” document. This document is required by the Department of Transportation for foreign nationals to operate legally in the US.
Visiting pilots can only use a computer with a United States IP address to register. When arriving in the states, pilots can register using a US computer at a hotel, guest home, or even at AMA HQ. For assistance you can call 877 396 4636 or email AntiSpambotMailto('88|83|83|90|129|134|126|123|128|119|82|120|115|115|64|121|129|136', '
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Q: I only fly CL, FF, or indoors - do I need to register?
A: No. If you exclusively fly indoors, FF, or CL you do not need to register.
Q: Can I fly my large model aircraft? Turbine jets?
A: Yes. The Special Rule for Model Aircraft, which is part of the 2012 FAA Modernization and Reform Act, allows AMA members to operate model aircraft over 55 lbs as long as they are operating in accordance with AMA’s Large Model Aircraft safety program. AMA members can also fly turbine jets provided the operator holds a current AMA Turbine Waiver.
Q: Does my large model aircraft require an N number?
A: AMA representatives, including AMA’s legal counsel, met with the FAA on January 15, 2016, and this was one of the many questions that were raised. The FAA representatives confirmed that AMA members, operating models under the Large Model Airplane Program, should not have to apply for an N number.
Q: Am I permitted to fly first person view (FPV)? Can I fly at night?
A: Yes. AMA members are still protected by the Special Rule for Model Aircraft, which is part of the 2012 FAA Modernization and Reform Act. As long as AMA members continue to follow AMA's safety guidelines for these activities, they can continue to fly. The guidelines listed on the FAA UAS website do not negate the modeling activities and related safety procedures established in AMA's community-based safety program.
Q: What happens if I don’t register?
A: According to the FAA, failure to register an unmanned aircraft may result in regulatory and criminal sanctions.
Q: Can I register by paper?
A: We understand there are AMA members who do not have a computer. The FAA offers a paper application, which currently is only available at local FAA Flight Standards Ditrict Offices (FSDO), but this process can take many months. If a member does not have a computer, we encourage them to have a club or family member help them register.
Q: I do not want to give my credit card information over the internet or have a computer? What should I do?
A: As for members who cannot or do not want to submit credit card information online, the FAA has agreed to accept gift credit cards such as Visa or Mastercard. You can purchase these gift cards, which closely resemble a credit card, through many retailers.
Thursday, 02 November 2017 00:00
 We meet again at MASM flying field Saturday, December 2, 2017 with Toys for Tots. Bring a unwrapped two toys (one for girl and one for boy) between 9am and 2pm with you and fly your plane. If weather does not cooperate and does not permit, flying bring a toy anyway. Rex Williams will be there rain or shine from 9am until 2pm collecting toys which will be donated as Christmas gifts to needy children in the community. Contact Rex Williams Jr if you have questions (
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). Click here to download the official MASM 2017 Toys for Tots flyer. Click here for more information about the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.
Sunday, 12 February 2017 00:00
Merwin Ranch Memorial Fun Fly is April 21-23 2017 at MASM Flying Field.
(Gates will open Friday 8:00am for RV parking) Pilot registration $30.00 includes dinner, raffle ticket, T-Shirt or Mather Club polo
(Extra Dinner $15.00, Lunch available for purchase $10.00. Additional T-Shirt $10.00) Open to all flyers (AMA required): Must have current AMA
All planes (NO FPV, NO MULTI-ROTOR), turbines welcome
Night Flying Friday & Saturday night
After 5:00 pm open flying for registered plots
RV camping included (First Come First Serve)
Newly extended 475’ runway
Pilot Raffle for all: Sunday Drawing CD's: Norman Poynter and Keith Fick. Contact phone numbers in the official flyer. MASM field is located in Sacramento County, California just north of the intersection of Eagles Nest Rd. and Kiefer Blvd. on the former Mather Air Force Base (about one mile south of Mather Golf Course). Click here for information and location of Mather Aerospace Modelers Flying Field.
Sunday, 12 February 2017 00:00
 If you (or any of the other members) observe any off road activity at Mather please call 911 and ask for County Park Ranger Dispatch. A Ranger would dispatch immediately and hopefully catch the offender. We are not asking you to police this illegal activity yourself, however it would be highly appreciated if the Mather Aerospace Modelers could call in these abusive acts.
With this heavy rain season we are seeing an elevated amount of illegal off road activity at Mather. With your help we can curb this and help protect the Mather landscape.
Friday, 10 February 2017 00:00
 20TH ANNUAL
3rd Annual Castle 2017 ~ Giant Scale Fly-In.
HOSTED BY AMA CLUB 4021 ~ “CENTRAL CA MODEL FLYERS”
CASTLE AIRPORT, May 25-28, 2017 - Landing Fee - $35.00
- R.V. Camping for the Event - $40.00 or for Front Row - $60.00
- Pilot Automobile Parking – $5.00 for the entire event
- No Charge for Airplane Trailers, Tow Vehicles or Dinghys
Vendors * Raffle * Food “IMAA” Legal Turbines Welcome Scotty Malta, (Event Director & Registration) --
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(209) 617-5789 Rick Maida, (CD) –
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(408) 460-1526 Documents to download: Pilot Pre-Registration Form Vendor Registration Form Participant Flyer VLATS Disclaimer Directions to the field
Sunday, 13 November 2016 00:00
 MASM Christmas Dinner is around the corner. The date is set: Friday, December 16th, 2016 starting at 6pm. The place is: Elks Club Lodge
11440 Elks Circle
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 The price is $36 per plate (includes table service) Menu:
- your choice of entree-prime rib or baked chicken
- baked potato
- green beans with bacon,onions
- your choice of caesar salad or tossed salad
- garlic bread Bar will be open from 6pm to 10 pm. Dinner will be served at 7pm. Awards & huge raffle right after. Please R.S.V.P by November 25th with payment and entree selections by the above date.
Mail your dinner selection and payment to: Mather Aerospace Modelers.
8777 Auburn Folsom Rd. C520
Granite Bay, CA 95746 See you all there.
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