Description
Vintage AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) Pins; Sports Aviation Organization. The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), a world-renowned sport aviation organization founded in 1936. The bottom pin specifically identifies the wearer as a supporter of the National Center for Aeromodeling, which is located at the AMA's International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. The Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), a world-renowned sport aviation organization founded in 1936. The bottom pin specifically identifies the wearer as a supporter of the National Center for Aeromodeling, which is located at the AMA's International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. The top pin represents membership in the organization. Similar pins were produced to denote years of membership or participation in specific events, such as the National Model Aviation Championships.