Working with the AMA, we have reached the next stage in our application. We will be requesting an FRIA Zone that is a half-circle 1500 feet from the center of the runway on the pilot line side with the flat side parallel to the runway and Route 46. We are limited to 1500 feet in radius by the FAA, so we are requesting the maximum allowable size.
The AMA will be sending the request to the FAA with the AMA’s endorsement. Further updates to follow.
The SAMs swap meet held on Memorial Day weekend was a big success. The weather was perfect, and the event had great participation. Many members picked up new planes, and the club raised some funds to help support us into the future. Well done to the event chair, Bill J. !
The club held a membership meeting at the field on 4/20/24. The meeting was called to order at 08:15 by club president Phill Spain. A First Quarter financial report was given by secretary / treasurer Matt Larson. First Quarter income was $1,620, and expenses were $2,450. These include income and expenses from the Blue Max….
We just received word that our FRIA application has been approved! A big thank you to the Academy of Model Aeronautics for assisting with these applications and shepherding them through the FAA process.
We are pleased to announce that our lease with the City of Sanford has been renewed for another five years, through June of 2029. We want to thank the City for being a great, supportive partner with SAMs, and we look forward to many more years of cooperation.
SAMs has applied for FRIA status for the club field. This means that when the Remote ID requirements come into full effect later this year, we will not have to use remote ID devices on our models while flying at SAMs. Further updates will be posted when the FAA updates our application.