I started this thread in an attempt to voice my opinion that I feel membership in the AMA is a good thing! I attempted to break down cost of dues to the ridiculous: I.E. $25.00 for a subscription to Model Aviation, $25.00 for the insurance coverage, leaving $8.00 to cover the lobbying done, Muncie, the Nats, some remuneration for the staff, etc, etc... It is unimportant if I have the costs right, only that the total truly does equal $58.00.

For the life of me I don't understand the animosity to-wards the AMA! However, to each, his/her own! However, to those of you whom do not like the AMA, I have to ask; Why do you join? It's not a good enough answer to say: Well, my club requires it! Find a club, or start one which doesn't require it. I understand the costs might be prohibitive; but, it's not my concern, as I am a member of the AMA and I get these services for what I feel is a very reasonable price, $58.00!

There has been some slighting of each other, from both sides over this simple issue! Had we all met at a fun fly, doing what for the most of us is our most enjoyable past time, we might have become friends! What is up with that?