Here is a highlights vid of the AMA Expo 2012 from the team at Xheli/Nitroplanes/Hobbypartz. Looks like the booth was busy with attendees getting information, checking out all the product displays, and basically enjoying themselves. Nice job Team Xheli/Nitroplanes/Hobbypartz. Click to check out the highlight vid.]]>Here is a highlights vid of the AMA Expo 2012 from the team at Xheli/Nitroplanes/Hobbypartz. Looks like the booth was busy with attendees getting information, checking out all the product displays, and basically enjoying themselves. Nice job Team Xheli/Nitroplanes/Hobbypartz. Click to check out the highlight vid.
2012 AMA EXPO Highlights RC Planes Cars Helis and more
Click here to view the embedded video.
Source: nitroplanes
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Last week we introduced the Next Level Multi-Rotors line from Innov8tive Designs. Over this past weekend the Innov8tive Designs Team manned their booth at the AMA Expo 2012 in Ontario, California.Here is a test flight of the NLM 500mm QuadCopter flown by Innov8tive Designs sponsor pilot Darren Hauptman. Nice looking multi-rotor platform, guys. Good job flying Darren. Check out this test flight at AMA Expo 2012.]]>Last week we introduced the Next Level Multi-Rotors line from Innov8tive Designs. Over this past weekend the Innov8tive Designs Team manned their booth at the AMA Expo 2012 in Ontario, California.
Here is a test flight of the NLM 500mm QuadCopter flown by Innov8tive Designs sponsor pilot Darren Hauptman. Nice looking multi-rotor platform, guys. Good job flying Darren. Check out this test flight at AMA Expo 2012.
2012 AMA Expo test flight of Next Level 500mm QuadCopter
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Innov8tive Designs sponsor pilot Darren Hauptman test flying the Next Level 500mm QuadCopter within the Ontario Convention Center at the 2012 AMA Expo!
Click HERE to read the introduction right here on RCHR.
Source: Innov8tive8
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Well, the AMA Expo 2012 starts today. For those who have or will descend upon Ontario, California here are some latest bits of information to help with getting the best experience at the expo. We have the final vendor list with booth numbers, so you can maybe plan out who you will visit. We also have a shot of the event floor plan, so you know where each vendor booth is located. Continue on to get this helpful info.]]>
Well, the AMA Expo 2012 starts today. For those who have or will descend upon Ontario, California here are some latest bits of information to help with getting the best experience at the expo. We have the final vendor list with booth numbers, so you can maybe plan out who you will visit. We also have a shot of the event floor plan, so you know where each vendor booth is located. Continue on to get this helpful info.
You can download the vendor list with booth number by clicking HERE.
Here is the floor map of the expo:
You can download a copy of the event program by clicking HERE.
Source: AMA Expo 2012
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As the last days of 2011 are upon us, we look forward to rc related events in 2012. One of the first events of 2012 is the AMA Expo. Make plans to join old friends, make new friends, interact with a growing list of vendors and exhibitors, and of course have fun.Here is info for the first big event of 2012. To get the info for AMA Expo 2012, please continue on. Check back with RCHR as more Expo information is updated.]]>
Where:
Ontario Convention Center – Ontario, California
When:
| Friday, January 6, 2012 | Noon – 6pm |
| Saturday, January 7, 2012 | 10am – 6pm |
| Sunday, January 8, 2012 | 10am – 4pm |
NEW PRICING
ADVANCE TICKETS
One Day Pass – $10 member/$12 non-member
Two Day Pass – $18 member/$20 non-member
Three Day Pass – $24 member/$28 non-member
NEW Group Rate (Advance Only/Groups of 10+/Adults only) – $8 per person NEW
*ALL ADVANCE TICKETS WILL BE AVAILABLE THROUGH WILL CALL*
Click HERE to Buy Tickets
NEW PRICING
ADMISSION AT THE DOOR
| One Day Pass | $13 AMA Member/$15 Nonmember |
| Two Day Pass | $24 AMA Member/$28 Nonmember |
| Three Day Pass | $33 AMA Member/$36 Nonmember |
NEW Youth Pass(13-18 years) $5 per person – includes FREE AMA Membership NEW
Kids 12 and Under are Free
Active military with ID, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Sea Cadets etc…enter for free
Click HERE to Buy Tickets
STATIC COMPETITION
CATEGORIES INCLUDE:
Aircraft Sport, Aerobatic, Glider/Sailplane, Scale – Military (non-jet), Scale – Civilian (non-jet), Sport – Jet, Scale – Jet
Boat Scale, Military, Work Boat, Pleasure Boat
Car Electric – Off Road and On Road Gas/Glow – Off Road and On Road
Flying Model Rocket Sport, Scale/Scale-Like (3.3 lb. weight limit – all categories)
Helicopter Sport, Scale
Click HERE to Download the Static Competition Entry Form (pdf)
COMPETITION RULES
1. All entries are free and open to all ages. There is no limit to the number of categories you can enter, but only one entry per category.
2. Previous “First Place” winning models may not be re-entered in any category!
3. Contestant must be the builder of the model.
4. All entries must be complete and operational. Motors/engines must be installed (except for non-electric gliders/sailplanes/rockets). No display engines allowed. No models with fuel allowed.
5. Fill out the attached information form and bring it with your model to contest check-in.
6. Entries will be accepted ONLY:
Thursday, January 5 from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. at the loading dock entrance. Static competition volunteers will be present to meet you and get you checked in.
Friday, January 6 from Noon – 6 p.m. via main show entrance doors. You must pay show admission. Go to Booth 202, where static competition volunteers will get you checked in.
Saturday, January 7 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. via main show entrance doors. You must pay show admission. Go to Booth 202, where static competition volunteers will get you checked in.
7. Judging will be completed prior to show opening on Sunday, January 8. Judge’s decisions are final!
8. Entries must be picked up between 4 -7 p.m. on Sunday. No early pickups!
9. Entries will be guarded while on display and overnight however, AMA Expo accepts no responsibility for loss or damage to entries. The hold-harmless agreement must be signed before entry will be accepted.
10. Contestants are NOT granted free admission during regular show hours, except on Sunday, January 8 AFTER 3:30 p.m., when contestant can enter at no charge to prepare to pick up model (by showing model claim ticket to gate attendant).
11. First place winners in each category will receive cash prize. Second and third place winners in each category will receive a plaque.
VENDORS
Among the growing list of vendors are Align Assurance R/C, Castle Creations, Inc., Heli Wholesaler, Innova8tive Designs, Inc., MTA Hobbies, Thunder Power RC, and many more.
Click HERE for a list of the current vendors
Swap Shop – Tables $50 Each
Click HERE for Swap Shop information
Schedule of Events
Click HERE for the Schedule of Events
Registration
Click HERE to view Registration information
EXPO Hotel
The hotel for AMA EXPO is:
Doubletree Hotel Ontario Airport
222 North Vineyard Avenue
Ontario, CA 91764-4431
Tel: 1-909-937-0900 Fax: 1-909-937-1999
The Doubletree Hotel Ontario has a special Exhibitor rate of $99.00 per night
Sponsorship
Click HERE for Sponsorship information
Info
Ontario Convention Center – Ontario, California
| Friday, January 6, 2012 | Noon – 6pm |
| Saturday, January 7, 2012 | 10am – 6pm |
| Sunday, January 8, 2012 | 10am – 4pm |
ONTARIO CONVENTION AND VISITORS BUREAU
ONTARIO CONVENTION CENTER
2000 E. Convention Center Way
Ontario, California 91764
| Toll-free: | (800) 455-5755 |
| Local: | (909) 937-3000 |
| Fax: | (909) 937-3080 |
| Email: | info@ontariocvb.com |
Contact
For questions regarding the AMA EXPO please email: amaexpo@modelaircraft.org
Or call: 800-435-9262 ext. 272
Source: AMA Expo
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