1.) I don't know how to fix MA. But in the past MA offered about 400 bucks less than the other mags for a scale construction article. And the result was month after month of very simple, beginner like construction articles. It was very disappointing to me. At one time, I did believe that simply paying the going rate for a good article would spice up the magazine nicely.

But now, I'm not so sure. I am treated like some freak of nature now just because I build kits. Everyone seems to have jumped on the ARF band wagon. And I believe this is a symptom of our times. People are much less committed to the hobby. I seriously doubt that a good scale construction article would even appeal to the average 2005 RC modeller. But it is my opinion that if MA did publish such articles the AMA membership would at least be exposed to the fine craft of scratch building, ( or plan building). And I do believe that fine models do inspire the folks that see them. To me, this is the essence of promoting the hobby. It is elevating it to the very fine craft it was and can be again.

2.) Muncie. I hate the idea of Muncie. NATS should move around, be hosted by established clubs in different regions. I don't care to drive to Muncie. I'm sure it is a fine town and I'll bet the people are lovely. But why not Daytona or near Orlando. Why not in the Smokeys. There are some spectacularly beautiful areas in this fine country of ours. Why must we drag our families, (who support us) to a place that has nothing for them. There are auxiliary air bases all over this country that might be used. The local club's facilities need not be the limiting factor for choosing a site. This would require someone at AMA that was experienced in promoting events and acting as liaison to local governments and business men. So I would say that the AMA needs a good promoter.