Sacramento Area Modelers

🚨 S.A.M. FUN FLY IS ALMOST HERE! 🚨

Looking for a fun day of flying, great food, and a little friendly competition? Join us Saturday, July 12 at the Sacramento Area Modelers Fun Fly!

🔥 Think you've got what it takes to survive the Potato Cannon Shootout? Volunteer one of your airplanes (preferably one that's already earned its keep!) and see if you can dodge a flying potato launched from the S.A.M. Potato Cannon! It's one of the most entertaining events of the year, and every shot helps support the club.

🥔 Or test your precision in the Baked Potato Challenge, where smooth landings and perfect timing are the keys to victory. Trophies await the top finishers!

🌮 Don't forget the food!
We'll be enjoying a potluck lunch at noon, with S.A.M. providing the main course. We're asking everyone to help make the meal a success by bringing a side dish, dessert, or beverage.

✅ Please stop by the Auger Inn and sign up for your potluck item before the event so we can make sure we have a great variety of food for everyone.

🕘 Activities begin at 9:00 AM
🍽️ Lunch served at 12:00 PM

Bring your family, bring an airplane, and bring your sense of adventure. Whether you're flying, competing, cheering on your friends, or just enjoying the camaraderie, this is one event you won't want to miss.

We can't wait to see everyone at the field for what promises to be one of the best S.A.M. Fun Fly events yet!

Big news for Sacramento Area Modelers!

As of today, SAM has received official authorization from the FAA and Mather Air Traffic Control Tower to fly up to 1,200 feet AGL at our flying field—a privilege granted to very few model aviation clubs.

This achievement reflects the trust placed in our club, and it's now up to all of us to protect it by flying responsibly. Remember: never exceed 1,200 feet AGL, and immediately descend to 300 feet or below whenever a full-size aircraft is nearby. Following these rules is essential to keeping this authorization.

A huge thank you to AMA District X Vice President Jr Schiager for the countless hours, dedication, and persistence it took to make this happen. Your hard work has created an incredible opportunity for our club, and we truly appreciate everything you've done.

Let's all do our part to protect this privilege for years to come.

🏁 Turn & Burn 2026 Is in the Books! 🏁

What a fantastic weekend of racing at the Sacramento Area Modelers field! While temperatures climbed into the mid-90s, the action on the course was even hotter. Pilots from across the region brought their best warbirds, razor-sharp turns, and incredible speed, making for two days of exciting competition, close racing, and great camaraderie.

A huge thank you goes out to all of our pilots, volunteers, race officials, sponsors, and spectators who helped make this year's Turn & Burn Warbird Pylon Race a success. Your support and enthusiasm are what keep this event growing year after year.

🏆 Congratulations to our 2026 Class Champions! 🏆

🥉 Bronze Class Champion: Joe S.
🥈 Silver Class Champion: George R.
🥇 Gold Class Champion: Sergio V.

These pilots earned their victories through consistent flying, smooth pylon turns, and outstanding performances throughout the weekend. Congratulations on a job well done!

We'd also like to thank our sponsors for their generous support and everyone who joined us for the weekend. We hope to see you all back at the field on September 12 & 13 for the final fast-paced warbird race of the S.A.M. series YS - Valley of Speed IV.

📸 If you took photos or videos during the event, share them in the comments—we'd love to see your favorite moments from the race!

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🔥✈️ TURN & BURN IS BACK! ✈️🔥

The skies over Sacramento are about to get a whole lot louder and a whole lot faster!

On June 13 & 14, 2026, the Sacramento Area Modelers (SAM) proudly present the Turn & Burn Warbird Pylon Race—two action-packed days of high-speed RC warbird racing where pilots push their aircraft to the limit around the pylons in a battle for speed, skill, and bragging rights.

🏁 Bronze, Silver & Gold Classes
✈️ Fast warbirds
🏆 Competitive racing
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Spectator-friendly action
🎟️ AMA Sanctioned Event
📸 Incredible photo opportunities

🌮 Great Food Included!
We're excited to have a catered Taco Bar Lunch available both Saturday and Sunday, provided by Vallejos Restaurant of Midtown Sacramento. Come enjoy great racing and great food all weekend long!

Whether you're a seasoned racer, an RC aviation enthusiast, or just looking for an exciting weekend activity, you won't want to miss the sight of these warbirds screaming around the course just feet apart.

📍 SAM Flying Site
11000 Florin Road
Sacramento, CA

💰 Entry Fees
• Bronze – $30
• Silver – $50
• Gold – $70

👀 Spectators Welcome!
Bring your friends and family and experience the thrill of pylon racing up close. Admission is free!

A huge thank you to our sponsors:
🌳 Tailored Tree
🏠 Calli Homes
🛩️ APC Propellers
🏪 RC Country Hobbies
🔋 RCBattery.com

📲 For registration information, visit:
Sacramento Area Modelers Warbird Racing Page

Or contact Contest Director Greg Lane at (916) 201-7668.

🔥 Rev up your engines... it's time to TURN AND BURN! 🔥

Support your local Hobby Shop.....They support us.

We got a huge shipment of airplanes today- big ones, small ones and everything in between. Come check out our selection before they are gone!

Big thanks to Jayden Martincek

for all your support! Congrats for being top fans on a streak 🔥!

✈️ Ever wanted to learn how to fly an RC airplane? Now’s your chance!

Join us for the 29th Annual Open House hosted by the Sacramento Area Modelers — a fun, hands-on event for ALL ages!

📅 May 9
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 11000 Florin Rd, Sacramento, CA

🔥 What you’ll experience:
• Live RC flight demonstrations
• Learn the basics of flying & safety
• One-on-one instruction with experienced pilots
• Get hands-on and actually fly an RC airplane yourself!
• 🍔 FREE lunch included

🎁 Bonus: Complete the course and you’ll be entered to win an Aero Scout Bundle (valued over $350!)

Whether you’ve never touched a controller or just want to get back into the hobby, this is the perfect way to get started in a fun, welcoming environment.

👉 Bring the family, bring a friend, and come see what RC flying is all about!
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