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The Passing of Dave Rech

Dave Rech, a longtime member of the Grassfield RC Club, sadly passed away late last month after a long battle with cancer. Dave began his journey with Grassfield in 1981, and served in helping us find four new flying sites in just three years. Dave was not as frequent a flyer in recent years, as he started and ran a Culver’s at Peony Lane and Highway 55 in Plymouth. Although this took much of his time, he still occasionally got out to fly some big 3D and sport planes, mostly balsa and nitro four strokes. Dave also raced pylon with us.

His Celebration of Life will be held on April 26th, at Beautiful Savior, 5005 Northwest Boulevard, Plymouth, MN. 10:00 Visitation, 11:00 service, with luncheon to follow.

https://cremationsocietyofmn.com/tribute/details/81043/David-Rech/obituary.html

NEWS FLASH!

1-700ft See FAA UAS Data on a Map

AMA is excited to announce that we have been granted a National Authorization allowing our members at AMA club sites in Class G airspace to operate above 400 feet above ground level (AGL) for routine, day-to-day activities. Based on your location in Class G airspace, your site will have a new altitude limit of up to 700 feet or 1,200 feet AGL. To determine at what altitude you can fly up to at a flying site, use this guide. 

This is an exciting step toward easing restrictions for our members who enjoy this great hobby. As we march forward, AMA will continue to work with Congress and the FAA to further ensure that our members across the country can enjoy the freedom of flight. 

Members can view the National Authorization here. Please note that operations above 400 feet in Class G airspace are not permitted until the flying site obtains a copy of this authorization, as well as meet the outlined criteria within the Authorization. Club officers should make sure to keep a copy of the authorization on file with the club’s records. Additionally, AMA will be publishing an FAQ guide to address questions and/or concerns that members might have regarding the authorization.

To remain current with the most recent government-related news, regularly visit the AMA Government Affairs blog. If you have any further questions or concerns, contact the Government Affairs department at (765) 287-1256 or amagov@modelaircraft.org.   