Mickey Walker
Academy of Model AeronauticsOtherIndividual
Summary: Mickey Walker, a long-time model airplane builder and AMA member, shares his personal history and dedication to the hobby. He expresses a desire for any legal changes to align with the Academy of Model Aeronautics' proposals but does not take a specific position on the current action.
I am a Model airplane designer builder flyer and competitor for 75plus years. I have been a member of the academy of model aeronautics since 1941. I am an AMA Pioneer member(1998),a member of the AMA hall of fame 2002 a Contest director,Leader member and I would hope you will find any changes in law to to be what the Academy is proposing. As I have said I am a lifetime modeler and this hobby has been a big part of my life. I am 83 years old and am still building. Thank you. Mickey Walker