Originally Posted by
aeajr
For those who are uninformed about the efforts AMA has put forth around government relations over the past few years I would point you to the AMA government relations blog. If you are really interested, I am sure you will find this very informative.
http://amablog.modelaircraft.org/amagov/
AMA has a long history of advocating for the model aviation community with the FAA and the FCC. It was partially through the efforts of AMA that we have had designated frequencies for flying over the years.
For those who are AMA members, supporting this good work, thanks. Because of you I can enjoy model aviation, have a great flying field and have someone keeping an eye on the government for me.
For those who are not AMA members, you might consider joining and supporting and adding your voice and your dollars to the effort to protect our ability to fly recreational model aircraft with relatively little federal government interference.
Nothing like having a moderator with an obvious political bias weighing in.
Anyway... as for as the radio frequency stuff goes...I hear tell it was Hoss that met with the FCC in a dark, smoke filled room to administer a bribe of $10,000 to an agent of the FCC, and that bribe instantly saved us all, if my memory serves... Heck, maybe ole Hoss will weigh in and give us a refresher for old times sake.