Want to Join Us?

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WELCOME – We are glad you are thinking of joining us!

I’m Bob, the club’s Treasurer, and I handle the membership area.

How to Join

If you are interested in joining, please email me the following information:

  • Name

  • Address

  • City / State / Zip

  • Phone (Cell preferably)

  • Do you text (yes / no)

  • Email Address

  • AMA Number (All club members must have an AMA membership; MAAC is no longer sufficient for membership – see the article at the bottom of this page)

My email address is: slmacinc65@gmail.com.

Membership Dues

Dues are as follows and are for the calendar year only:

  • January – June: $70 for the entire year (January – December)

  • July – December: $45 for the remainder of the year (July – December)

Payment Methods

Payment can be made by Zelle or PayPal – send to slmacinc65@gmail.com. If you use PayPal, select the “Sending to a Friend” option to avoid any fees. If you prefer to pay by cash or check, please email me for further instructions.

After Joining

Once I receive your emailed information and payment, I will email you a PDF file with your membership card and gate code. If you wish to pay by cash or check, I’ll call you to figure out the best way to complete the transaction. Please note that until your payment is verified and your AMA membership status is confirmed, you will not have access to the field.

Oh, by the way, that plane is a lot smaller than depicted in the photo…lol.

Important Information

  • Engine Size Limitation: No NITRO or GAS engines larger than 1.8 cubic inches/30 cc are allowed. This limitation is waived during AMA sanctioned events, such as IMAC or NSRCA, which are precision flying contests. Also, no TURBINE engines are allowed due to the type of material used for the runway, as the fabric could be damaged by the extreme heat of the exhaust.

  • Club Rules: By joining SLMAC, all members agree to abide by the AMA rules, the Club By-Laws dated 7 January 2022, and the SLMAC Safety and Flying Guidelines dated 14 September 2021. The By-Laws and Safety and Flying Guidelines are located in the Members Area.

And for our Canadian members – here is the latest regarding MAAC and AMA memberships:

Agreement Between MAAC and AMA No Longer In Effect

The former agreement between the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada (MAAC) and AMA is no longer in effect because of recent changes in the Canadian Aviation Regulations (Canada’s counterpart to the FAA) Part IX and its exemption granted to MAAC and its members.

In order to fly model aircraft in Canada as a US resident, you must have a MAAC membership. There are two options to join MAAC. You can purchase a temporary 90-day foreign membership for $40 CAD or a full membership for $80 CAD. Please visit MAAC’s website for more information.

Effective January 1, 2022, AMA will require MAAC members to join AMA for coverage fly at our fields and events. Affiliate membership for non-US permanent residents is $36 per year and includes insurance and competitive privileges. Click here to sign up as an AMA Affiliate member. Non-US citizens are required to follow the same model aircraft regulations that US citizens are required to follow, including registering at FAA’s Drone Zone and taking The Recreational UAS Safety Test at www.modelaircraft.org/trust.

To remain current with the most recent government-related news, regularly visit the AMA Government Affairs blog.

Agreement Between MAAC and AMA No Longer In Effect

The former agreement between the Model Aeronautics Association of Canada (MAAC) and AMA is no longer in effect due to recent changes in the Canadian Aviation Regulations (Canada’s counterpart to the FAA) Part IX and its exemption granted to MAAC and its members.

To fly model aircraft in Canada as a US resident, you must have a MAAC membership. There are two options to join MAAC:

  • Temporary 90-Day Foreign Membership: $40 CAD

  • Full Membership: $80 CAD

Please visit MAAC’s website for more information.

Effective January 1, 2022, AMA will require MAAC members to join AMA for coverage to fly at our fields and events.

Non-US citizens must follow the same model aircraft regulations that US citizens do, including registering at FAA’s Drone Zone and taking The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST).

Stay Updated: To remain current with the most recent government-related news, regularly visit the AMA Government Affairs blog.

If you have further questions or concerns, contact the Government Affairs department at (765) 287-1256 or email amagov@modelaircraft.org.

If you have any further questions or concerns, contact the Government Affairs department at (765) 287-1256 or amagov@modelaircraft.org.