Models Aviation pays much less for a construction article, like 300 bucks less. So MA only has very bogus simple plane articles. That and ARF articles.

So why would a kit manufacture advertise in MA? AMA doesn't promote building.

Park Flyers are the "hobby" that is being promoted.

And I think the AMA is skating on thin ice about the "education" claim also.

But I never believed that the AMA promoted the hobby or legitimately provided education anyway. See, what the people are doing, then run out in front of the pack and claim that you are leading them. Call yourself not for profit. Sell your junk mag and be happy. Its marketing , baby.