ORIGINAL: Red Scholefield
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would be different about flyers1's (Clarance Ragland) is that it would be the flight instruction
exclusively endorsed by the AMA. Unfortunately that has not happened, hence this is one of the reasons for the loss of membership as implied by Mr. Ragland. You can read about it here:
http://lockportjournal.com/business/...Lockport-store
Nice read... sounds like a good technique to teach people to fly models while also getting them into the hobby. When you think about it is very similar to full scale initial instruction.
I guess ultimately getting more people into the hobby would increase AMA membership.
It is a real asset to have guys like Clarence willing to share and take the time to help others to be successful. Hmmmm... I have a thought...maybe AMA should look at recommending the technique...or maybe form a committee or task force to keep them busy instead...just a thought.