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The Success of the Discovery Drone Kit Project
The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), in a powerful partnership with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through the Know Before You Fly initiative, recently concluded a project that is reshaping how young students engage with aviation. The "Discovery Drone Kit" project delivered high-quality drone education to thousands of students nationwide.
UNIVERSITIES + AMA Webinar Recording!
In March of 2026, the AMA is hosting a webinar, "Universities + AMA: A Stronger Future for UAS Aviation," designed to forge stronger ties between academic drone programs and the deep wellspring of knowledge within our community. This isn't just a discussion; it's a strategic bridge-building event.
Train to Become a UAS4STEM Volunteer Judge!
Complete a brief training to join the UAS4STEM competition in a unique and impactful way—as a Volunteer Judge!
Intro Pilot Ground School is LIVE!
The AMA Education Team is thrilled to announce that we have officially gone live with our Intro Pilot Ground School training!
Did You Know?
Sir George Cayley, often called the Father of Aeronautics, designed a helicopter powered by a bow-string mechanism with feather blades (similar to the reproduction shown here). Later, he experimented by flying a model with multiple adjustable surfaces, a
Sir George Cayley, often called the Father of Aeronautics, designed a helicopter powered by a bow-string mechanism with feather blades (similar to the reproduction shown here). Later, he experimented by flying a model with multiple adjustable surfaces, allowing him to understand how every change affected the model’s flight. This model is a ½ scale replica of his original 1804 model. Cayley used the data from these experiments to publish his On Aerial Navigation in 1809.