A shot of Kevin Garland's IMAC plane that he will be flying in the Unlimited class.
By Kevin Garland
The 2026 International Miniature Aerobatic Club (IMAC) National Championship is officially underway at the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. From July 14–17, more than 40 pilots have gathered from across the country for four days of precision aerobatic competition and camaraderie.
Pilots representing every competition class—from Sportsman through Unlimited—will take to the skies this week. In addition to the primary competition classes, many competitors will also participate in the optional Freestyle event, showcasing the creative side of RC aerobatics.
Monday was dedicated to registration, practice, and the official pilot meeting. Competitors reviewed the rules, safety procedures, judging expectations, and the schedule for the week before receiving this year’s pilot gifts. Each pilot was presented with a custom Extreme Flight RC stick airplane and a personalized 2026 IMAC Nationals commemorative mug featuring their name.
With the meeting complete, pilots spent the remainder of the day getting in plenty of practice flights, making final adjustments to their aircraft, and preparing for the start of competition. The flight line remained active throughout the afternoon as competitors became familiar with the site and fine-tuned their sequences.
The 2026 Nationals has drawn pilots from every region of the United States and is also proud to welcome a youth competitor from Israel, highlighting the international friendships and opportunities that IMAC competition creates.
Official competition begins Tuesday morning at 7:30 a.m. and will continue throughout the day. Over the next four days, pilots will compete in their respective classes while enjoying a week centered on precision flying, sportsmanship, and the friendships that make the IMAC community so special.
Be sure to follow along throughout the week as we share daily results, photos, and highlights from the 2026 AMA IMAC National Championship.
