Turbine Waiver Application Process
In order for a pilot to be approved to fly a turbine powered aircraft under AMA, the pilot must complete the Turbine Waiver application process. This process involves an official application, demonstration of flight proficiency in the presence of two experienced turbine pilots one of whom must be a designated helicopter contest director.
Turbine Waiver Application
Turbine Safety Regulations
This application, which has been signed by two observing pilots, and emailed to: safety@modelaircraft.org
OR Mailed to:
AMA/IRCHA
Attn:Tony Stillman, Safety Director
Academy of Model Aeronautics
5161 E Memorial Dr
Muncie, IN 46161
List of approved Turbine Waiver CD’s
In order to become a designated Turbine Helicopter CD, you must complete the official application, and obtain two letters of reference from current contest directors. The letters of reference and application should then be mailed to: