This year, the Academy of Model Aeronautics was excited to welcome Flite Test to the AMA Expo in Ontario, California. In our education area we hosted family make-and take sessions where families could build and make memories together, provided by Flite Test! Our education booth provided information for several of our programs. Together, we were a big hit at Expo!
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Josh helps a family build their plane[/caption]
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Families even pitched in to help others![/caption]
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Chino Cadet Squadron 20 building FliteTest's new design, the FT Sparrow[/caption]
During the make-n-take families were encouraged to build their plane together. For many children, this was their first experience building and flying. Thanks to our volunteers and families that pitched in after their build, all the families were able to build and successfully fly Flite Test's new design, the FT Sparrow. After the build FliteTest launched the planes from a helium-filled blimp! For more pictures, visit AMA Expo 2016 on Flickr.
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Flite Test launched planes from a helium-filled blimp![/caption]
The AMA offers several programs through our education department. Information for these programs can be found at www.amaflightschool.org. Here you will also find fun DIY activities, educational videos and games, and more. Also, make sure you check out Flite Test!
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