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How do I join the SWAP Modelers Club? Why is AMA membership required? How much does it cost to join AMA and the SWAP Modelers? How much does it cost to get started in RC flying? What are the flying field hours of operation? How much does it cost to get flying instruction? Where can I get fuel/parts for my airplane?
How do I join the SWAP Modelers Club? The first step is to join the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA). This is a national organization that promotes, develops, educates, and advances modeling activities. The AMA can be located on the internet at http://www.modelaircraft.org. The second step is to join the SWAP Modelers club. An application can be found here. Why is AMA membership required? By joining the AMA, you receive liability insurance in the amount of $2,500,000. This will help protect you if your aircraft is involved in some kind of mishap. How much does it cost to join AMA and the SWAP Modelers? It costs $58 annually to join the AMA. The SWAP Modelers charge $50 annually, plus a one-time assessment fee of $20. Senior citizens (age 62 and above) pay $35 annually, plus the one-time $20 assessment fee. How much does it cost to get started in RC flying? A nitro powered ready-to-fly trainer airplane and radio system can be purchased for approximately $320. Add $40 for fuel, fuel pump and a glow ignitor, and you're ready to go! Of course accessories to enhance your experience (e.g. a field box, an electric starter and battery, electric fuel pump, power panel) can be purchased at additional cost. What are the flying field hours of operation? On Sunday and major holidays, the field is open 1200 until dusk. Every other day, the field is open 0900 until dusk. How much does it cost to get flying instruction? Flying instruction is complimentary to club members. Instructors will occasionally accept a soda but never money. Where can I get fuel/parts for my airplane?
The nearest hobby shop is
HobbyTown USA, located at the Chesapeake Square Shopping Center in Glen Burnie. The phone number is 410-590-4950, and the store hours are Mon - Sat. 10am - 8pm, Sunday 12 noon - 5pm. The link to the HobbyTown site is http://www.mdhobbytown
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