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03.
INTRODUCTION TO FLYRC
FLYRC is a
chartered club of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA). It includes a diverse
group of people dedicated to the construction and flying of radio control
aircraft with comradeship and friendship. Everyone is welcome to join the
organization. Members are encouraged to help everyone participating in the
hobby. Assist newcomers (applicants) and improving the modeling and flying
skills of all members is a club goal.
Operations
of the club are financed by annual dues, auctions and 50/50 club.
The club
and the field are operated under the guidelines provided by the AMA and the
club. AMA is the governing body of model aviation in the USA, and charters both
the club and flying site. AMA provides liability insurance for members, the
club, and co-insures the property owner.
FLYRC flies
at Mitchell's Farm in Southbury, Ct. and at The Newtown field in Newtown, Ct..
The general
business meetings are held on the first Wednesday of the month at the
Brookfield Senior Center On Pocono Rd. in Brookfield,
Ct. at 7:30 pm.
To join
FLYRC, you must have a sponsor who is a club member in good standing who will
be your mentor. To fly you must be a member of AMA. While you are learning,
your status will be an Applicant and you may fly when any member is present
assisting you in the flight activities. When you pass your flying test, you
will be allowed to fly solo (by yourself)
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04.
INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:
There are many aspects of radio control aircraft, which
are powered by piston engines (2 stroke and 4 stroke), and also electric power.
Sailplanes are primarily winch powered, but also may be electric powered or
powered by a small piston motor on power pods. A wide range of helicopters are
available to the modeling members. These models vary in sizes from 2 to 3 lbs.
up to as much as 55 lbs. Radio control aircraft can perform and exceed
maneuvers that a full scale aircraft can perform. RC models should be considered
as real aircraft, with the pilot controlling remotely from the cockpit. This
requires the pilot to learn to fly aircraft in two directions. Aircraft flying
away from the pilot, and the aircraft flying to the
pilot. The performance of the model is based upon the building and flying
skills of the modeler.
HOW TO GET STARTED
To join FLYRC and fly you must be a member of the Academy
of Model Aeronautics (AMA). Applications to AMA may be obtained from most model
shops, modeling magazines or on-line. Your AMA Membership provides limited
liability insurance and the monthly magazine (Model Aviation). AMA is the
governing body of model aviation in the USA.
SPONSORSHIP
Additionally, an applicant must have a sponsor. The
sponsor will sign the club application, which must be submitted to the
membership chairman along with the payment of dues, the applicant is now ready
to peruse his or her new found hobby. The sponsor will assist the applicant to
obtain information from other sponsors, members, and modeling personnel to
obtain suggestions of appropriate models, equipment and construction details.
MODELING SUGGESTIONS
All power modelers will need a model (trainer), engine,
radio (servos), glue, knives, sandpaper, covering material (except ARFs), field
boxes (well equipped)), fuel, glow plug exciter, starter, and battery. Some
model kits will require additional materials to complete the kit. The sponsor
should assist you in obtaining the additional materials, and the additional
assistance may be obtained by attending monthly meetings.
THE COMPLETED MODEL
Before flying the new model,
it must be thoroughly inspected to insure safe and proper operation. The
sponsor may perform the inspection, establish the flight training program
requirements, and fully brief the applicant on the flight training requirements
leading to the final examination. Field and flight safety shall be stressed in
these initial briefings.
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APPLICANT PROCEDURE
1. Every applicant must obtain a
sponsor who will assist him or her in the fundamentals of joining FLYRC. Your
sponsor should be your guide through the initial stages of selecting, building,
and checkout of your model aircraft. He will also be responsible for your
conduct as an applicant. It is not the responsibility of the Club or it's officers to find you a sponsor. If you are interested
in joining, become active by attending meetings, flying Sessions, this is how
to meet those who may be willing to sponsor you. (AMA membership required to
fly.).
2. Your sponsor must be a member in
good standing of this club, and willing to assist you. He will either instruct
you in basic flying skills, or will put you in contact with someone who can
instruct you. An applicant is never to fly unsupervised. To do so is immediate
expulsion from the club.
3. Your instructors will guide you
through the skills necessary to pass a basic flight test after you obtain your
AMA card. It is advised that you stay with one instructor throughout the
learning process so that continuity in your progress exists. It is generally
best to have a time scheduled with your instructor and be there promptly. He
has volunteered his flying time to teach you, so please respect it.
4. Your aircraft should be able to
pass a preflight safety test by a qualified instructor or examiner. This is for
your protection as well as the preservation of your aircraft. Your sponsor can
make the arrangements to have this done.
5. When your instructor, or a member
in good standing who could be a sponsor or examiner, feels confident that you
can pass the basic flying skills test, he will sign the instructors section of
the qualification flight test sheet. The sponsor shall then set up the flight
test with an approved FLYRC flight test examiner. The qualification test sheet
shall be signed by the instructor, sponsor, and examiner.
6.The
qualification test consists of maneuvers you have been practicing throughout
your instruction program, so there should not be any surprises. By completing
this test, you have demonstrated that you are capable of flying your aircraft
in a safe and controlled condition.
7. At the next club meeting, your
sponsor will present your name with a recommendation that you be admitted to
full membership status. If accepted by the membership, you will be allowed full
rights of any member and will be allowed to fly without your instructor or
sponsor present. Applicants will be requested to attend 3 meetings and 2
events for the first year of their membership. Applicants are encouraged to
meet members at various functions and events, and whenever possible to assist
in the chores of running an event. It is a great way to show your interest in
the hobby and club. As a rule the more members you know, the more help you can
expect. Above all don't be discouraged if it seems difficult at first. We all
found it so when we started. Even the best flyer in the club was a beginner at
one time
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06. FLYRC
SPONSOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Sponsors perform a very critical
function in the FLYRC organization. The acquisition and retention of new
members is related to how they interface with the club in their early relations
with the current members. This relationship is one of the key sponsor
responsibilities. The sponsor must assist the applicant in the transition from
a keen interest to a highly responsible safe pilot.
Any full member can be a sponsor, however this member should fully understand all of
the important issues as covered in this flight test program handbook. Also the
applicant must understand that either the club or its officers are not required
to find a sponsor for the applicant. It is suggested that the applicant attend
events at the field, attend membership meetings, ask
questions at the flying field to interface with modelers on the type of
equipment to purchase. Not all members are able to sponsor an applicant due to
other conflicting requirements, such as other applicants, club management
priorities, event directorships, personal work or travel, and in some cases
illness. Whenever conflicts arise as cited above, the member should help and assist
the applicant to find a sponsor within the organization.
The sponsor shall
be responsible for the training and conduct of his applicant (s).
The sponsor shall
provide training or arrange training by a qualified instructor
The sponsor shall
instruct the applicant in all aspects of field rules and etiquette of the club.
The sponsor shall
integrate modeling safety in construction, field rules, flight line etiquette,
and in all aspects of flight training.
The sponsor shall
be the prime contact for construction information and equipment selection.
The sponsor shall
be responsible for introducing the applicant to the club members.
Prior to recommendation for
membership, the sponsor shall be in a position to vouch for the applicant
certify that he or she has received the necessary flight training and is well
acquainted with the training handbook, field rules, modeling safety, and field
etiquette of the club.
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General FIELD RULES:
ALL badged pilots must comply with the AMA
Safety Code as well as the following:
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Frequency identification pins and flags
shall be used for channel identification
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Observe a fifteen (15) minute channel use
time limitation.
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DO NOT turn on your transmitter before you
have the frequency pin.
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No more than four (4) frequencies shall be
in use at anytime:
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Three (3) power aircraft (including helicopters),
(1) one electric or one (1) glider.
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No flying over the pits, toward the pits,
or spectator areas. The initial turn after takeoff shall be away from these
areas. (See map).
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There is no flying aircraft before 9am on
weekdays and 11 am on Sundays and all flying shall cease at sunset. (Also see
specific field rules.).
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Engine break-in is not allowed at the field.
Engine run up is only allowed in the flying box only and not for an extended
time, or to distract other pilots in the boxes.
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All two stroke aircraft engines shall be
muffled and meet the 93-db requirement at nine (9) feet. Large gas engines and
large four-strokes shall meet the requirements posted on the frequency board.
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Members must be present with guests and are
responsible for their conduct. Guest flyers must have a current AMA license.
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No alcoholic beverages are allowed at the
field.
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Aircraft shall be operated only on
Frequencies Authorized for aircraft use.
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See frequency
board for ADDITONAL RULES.
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MODEL
INSPECTION:
The
preflight and safety inspection is a necessary final inspection before flight
to ensure the best possible chance for incident free flights. Your instructor
will help you with this inspection and will make recommendations for additional
work on the aircraft.
Do
not be discouraged by any delays. Your instructor is only interested in the
safety of your model and the spectators
Name,
address, and telephone #, or AMA # are required by AMA to be attached to your
aircraft.
WING REMOVED:
1. If aileron equipped, aileron is shock mounted
and secure.
2. Aileron linkages & clevises secure &
clamped closed with a piece of tubing or equivalent.
3. Wing dowels not loose or cracked.
4. Check for wing warping. (Explain to applicant
how to remove warping)
FUSELAGE AND ENGINE
1.
All engine and
motor mounts are tight.
2.
Muffler installed
and secure.
3.
Propeller tips not nicked and propeller blades
not cracked.
4.
Spinner, safety nut, or prop nut securely
tightened (AMA safety nut W/O spinner)
5.
Fuel hoses not punctured or pinched and properly connected.
6.
Klunk moves freely.
7.
Fuel tank compartment fuel proofed. (Fuel
proofing is strongly recommended)
8.
Servos shock mounted and securely fastened.
9.
Pushrods & control surfaces move freely,
clevises closed and secured. (Fuel tubing or equiv.)
10.Servo
plugs clean and plugged into correct receiver channel.
11.Switch
assembly properly secured. (If possible check soldering)
12.Fully
charged Rx batteries, or new Dry Cells. (If possible check with ESV.)
13.Receiver
and battery pack wrapped in foam and secured in place.
14.Receiver
antenna not broken and fully extended in a safe manner.
15.Control
surface hinges pinned and secured.
16.Wheel
collars tight and wheels should rotate freely.
17.Nose
gear aligned and at proper height.
REINSTALL WING:
1.
Aileron servo plugged into correct receiver
channel.
2.
Wing hold down screws tight, or rubber bands
per model requirements. Typically #64 size with on per side for each 3/4 lb of
model weight. Two crossed bands for security of bands.
3.
Center of gravity falls within model limits.
RADIO CHECK:
1. Place you frequency
pin on your transmitter. Then you can activate your transmitter.
2.
Fully test all
control surfaces for proper movement to transmitter commands.
3.
Range check: With antenna collapsed walk
about 100 feet towards the parking lot.
Check control motions, noise or jitter
during the walk. This is done with the engine off.
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MODELING
SAFETY:
One of FLYRC’s primary requirements is
to establish and maintain field and flight safety to insure the model is
properly built and SAFE to fly. When a model is completed the sponsor or
instructor will check it for safety.
A log is recommended to be used by the
applicant to assist him or her through the instruction and leaning experience.
It is suggested that the applicant log his or her flights and request the
instructor to sign and comment on the instructions as given. The log will
assist applicants and instructors to maintain a steady learning process. SAFETY
is vitally important. Radio controlled models are heavy and fast. Handled
unsafely, the model can do a great deal of damage. Remember that SAFETY must be
considered on the ground as well as in the air. The applicant should consult
with the sponsor and or instructor on the equipment best suited for him or her.
Come to the field and to the meetings and get to know the members. Ask
questions and ask for help. Everyone is more than willing to assist.
SAFETY
TIPS
You should read and become familiar
with the full AMA Safety Code. The following is a short list of safety tips
that you should keep in mind whenever you are operating an R/C model.
1.
Observe all field and safety rules. Failure to do so could result in
loss of club flying privileges
and could lead to expulsion from the club.
2. When the engine is running, make all needle
valve adjustments from behind the rotating propeller.
3. Keep face and body out of line with the
propeller arc. If a blade were to break off it could be thrown like a KNIFE.
THINK OF THE PROPELLER AS A RIP SAW BLADE.
4. An R/C airplane when operated out of control
or in a reckless fashion can be a lethal missile. If you are in trouble in the
air, alert your instructor and others around you immediately.
5. Do not fly your aircraft over the pits area or
spectators.
6. The first turn after takeoff must be away from
the pits and spectators.
7. Landings shall parallel to the pit area or
angularly away from the pits.
8. There should only one retriever per plane.
Notify all pilots "ON THE FIELD "before proceeding on to the field.
Children are NOT ALLOWED on the RUNWAY at any time.
9. Excessive running of a motor for tune up or
carburetor adjustments is not allowed in the pits and should not infringe on
another persons flight time.
10.Please communicate effectively when in the flight boxes. Notification of takeoffs, landings, emergencies, man on the field,
etc. Must be communicated to all pilots who are
flying. Whenever possible, use another member or friend as an observer.
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FLIGHT TEST PROGRAM INTRODUCTION:
Required Materials:
1. Club Badge 2. AMA card 3. Suitable
equipment.
Knowledge: 1. Field rules 2. Basic
flight aerodynamics 3. Airplane parts and operation 4.
Safety rules and etiquette
Safety: 1. Suitable equipment 2. Preflight inspection
3. Proper frequency control 3. Safe starting procedures 4. Calls
out intentions on flight line
Development of practical skills:
The development of practical skills never ends in flying. This required
activity is the primary reason why people get into RC modeling. Some people
attempt to fly without instruction, and almost always end up with piles of
wreckage. The concept of qualified members who have passed a qualification
flight test, and the applicant who will train to meet the requirements, is the
primary purpose of the FLYRC organization. The practical skills test
demonstrates the applicant’s ability to maintain adequate control of the
aircraft at all times, in any direction. The flight maneuvers are intended to
prove the applicants ability to make the aircraft to go in an INTENDED
direction, not as a test of precision flying ability. The applicant must
exhibit proper safety and field etiquette procedures. The examiner must note
unsatisfactory performance and provide a written record to be used by the
applicant and instructor for further training. All the practical skills are
intended to develop the capability to fully fly the pattern, through the KEY
POINT in both directions. The KEY POINT is 10 to 15 feet above the runway and
is located at the end of the runway as a plane descends for its landing. The plane
should glide through the KEY POINT to
establish the proper touch down point for the landing.
Figure from Model
Airplane News Tech Tips
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PFW FLIGHT TEST DESCRIPTION:
FLYING THE PATTERN
The pattern contains
all the necessary maneuvers to make the landings in a Consistent manner that
all pilots follow as a standard. Your instructor is interested in developing
your skills and capabilities to fly the pattern with relative ease. Please
review the pattern as shown below to learn the location of the FLIGHT LINE, the
SPOT, and the KEY POINT. The FLIGHT LINE is located along the pilot's edge of
the runway. We are to be trained never to fly through or over this line. The
SPOT is located in front of the pilot (about 200 feet) and 50 to 100 feet high
in altitude. On a downwind leg the SPOT represents the location to reduce power
and descend into the landing pattern into the base leg and final approach to
the KEY POINT. This maneuver will require a lot of practice, but forms the
basis of becoming a good pilot. As you develop your approach skills you will
also learn to adjust the aircraft rate of descent through the KEY POINT. This
blending of the rate of descent and accuracy of flying through the KEY POINT
will provide the real clean landing that all pilots love to achieve.
Figure from Model
Airplane news Tech Tips
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12. PFW FLIGHT TESTING MANEUVERS:
The following maneuvers are considered to be essential to an applicant’s
ability to fly in a safe controlled manner at the flying field. Remember; we
are not establishing precision maneuvers but are establishing the proper
procedures and intended safe maneuvers.
TAXI, TAKEOFF AND PROCEDURE TURN: Taxi and takeoff requires
the development of skills to hold a straight line into the wind. The ability to
hold a straight line is greatly influenced by the aircraft and its wheel
alignments. This is true for both the tricycle, and tail draggers. The aircraft
should be checked frequently for wheel alignments. Remember to check the wind
prior to takeoff. Trainer type aircraft with flat wings need to be carefully
controlled in crosswinds. If you turn from the flight line too early (before
getting good air- speed) the crosswind can push up the wing and cause a
wingover crash. Get some altitude and airspeed before initiating the procedure
turn. This turn starts with the initial turn away from the pits or flight line
(90 degrees) then a turn at constant altitude, which will cover 270 degrees
back to the runway with heading adjustments to be made on the return. (See
figure below.)
HORIZONTAL FIGURE EIGHT: To demonstrate aircraft
maneuvering skills, the horizontal figure eight provides all the turns required
in pattern flight. This maneuver should be conducted at about 100 feet of altitude,
with the crossover point 200 to 250 feet in front of the pilot. Maintaining
altitude is one of the measurement parameters in the horizontal level.
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PFW FLIGHT TESTING MANEUVERS:
SQUARE FIGURE EIGHT:
The square figure eight is conducted the same as the horizontal figure eight
except that the turns are squared in all of the
maneuver. This maneuvering enables the instructor to see some precision in
flying skills while maintaining a constant altitude in the horizontal level.
SLOW FLIGHT AND LANDING:
This maneuver demonstrates the flyers ability to fly near a stall speed at 20
to 30 feet of altitude the full length of the runway. This speed is obtained by
setting the throttle at the 1/4 to 1/3 setting. This maneuver should be flown
into the wind for safety reasons and the pilot should be aware of the flight
line, maintain a straight line, and hold a constant altitude. The ability to
land an aircraft, in most cases, is the most challenging part of learning to
fly. Learning to fly the pattern, turning capabilities, maneuvering, slow speed
flight, and awareness of the FLIGHT LINE, SPOT, and KEY POINT are all important
elements of the model pilot’s expertise. All experienced pilots will tell you
that the most important maneuver in flying is practice, practice, practice,
etc.
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POWERED FIXED WING QUALIFICATION FLIGHT TEST:
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The practical
skills qualification test will be conducted by the club designated qualified
flight test. The applicant must pass all six elements and will be graded as
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TAXI: &TAKEOFF (Includes hand launch) |
[10 9 8 7 6] [5 4 3 2 1 0] |
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a) |
Selects proper wind direction.
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b) |
Adequate directional control |
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c) |
Makes first turn away from flight
line. |
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d) |
Safety
and etiquette (announces intentions, yields to other traffic, etc.) |
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| 2.0
PROCEDURE TURN: |
[10
9 8 7 6] [5 4 3 2 1 0] |
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a) |
Adequate directional, and altitude
control. Avoids flight line.
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b) |
Exhibits stall awareness. |
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c) |
Safety and etiquette (announces
intentions, etc.). |
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| 3.0
SLOW LOW FLIGHT: |
[10 9 8 7 6] [5 4 3 2 1 0] |
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a) |
Adequate directional, and altitude
control. Avoids flight line.
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b) |
Exhibits stall awareness. |
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c) |
Safety and etiquette (announces
intention, etc). |
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| 4.0
HORIZONTAL EIGHT: |
[10
9 8 7 6] [5 4 3 2 1 0] |
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a) |
Adequate directional and altitude
control (to and from flight line). |
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b) |
Avoids crossing flight line. |
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c) |
Safety and etiquette (announces
intention, etc.).
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EIGHT: |
[10 9 8 7 6] [5 4 3 2 1 0] |
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a) |
Adequate directional, and altitude
control (to and from flight line).
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b) |
Avoids crossing flight line. |
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c) |
Safety and etiquette (announces
intention, etc.). |
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| 6.0
LANDING |
[10 9 8 7 6] [5 4 3 2 1 0] |
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a) |
Adequate directional control,
exhibits stall awareness.
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b) |
Avoids flight
line. |
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c) |
Safety and etiquette (announces
intentions, yields to. other traffic, etc.). |
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FLIGHT TEST
RESULTS: Applicant___________________ Pass ( ) Fail ( ) Test
Date:________________
Qualified Instructor:
______________
Examiner: ___________________ Sponsor :___________________
Comments:
_______________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
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QUALIFIED
FLIGHT TEST EXAMINERS:
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Gino
Antonini |
9
Oswego Rd |
New
Fairfield, Ct. 06812 |
(203)
796-2146 |
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Dave
Baron |
25 South
St. |
Roxbury, Ct. 06783 |
(860) 354-8754 |
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Cliff
Becker |
1461
Georges Hill Rd |
Southbury,
Ct. 06488 |
(203)
264-6139 |
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Brian
Cummings |
P.O
Box 66 |
Sandy
Hook Ct. 06482 |
(203)
426-8636 |
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Paul
Ivey |
14
Skidmore La. |
Sandy
Hook, Ct. 06482 |
(203)
426-0579 |
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Roger
Post Jr. |
18
Split Rock Rd. |
Newtown,
Ct. 06470 |
(203)
270-8582 |
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FLYRC MITCHELL FARM SAFETY RULES:
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April
6.1994 Revised/ June10 1994 Revised/ Jan. 12 1996 Revised
Any club member shall
have the authority to enforce the rules herein. In most cases, a simple warning
will remedy the situation. However, if a member deliberately refuses to comply
with a specific safety rule, the enforcing club member may report the facts to
the Club president. The incident then shall become club business for discussion
at the next regularly scheduled club meeting.
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This field is for the use of FLYRC and their
guests only. A guest must be accompanied by a FLYRC member. Non-pilots will
remain in the spectator area unless invited to the flight line.
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All
fliers must have a Current AMA license and current club membership card on
their person. Both the AMA license and membership card to be displayed upon
request of any current Club member. It is required that you always have your
membership card within full view. Clear plastic cardholders are available from
the Club secretary.
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The official AMA Safety Code and at safety
rues contained in the AMA Model Aircraft Regulations book shall be applicable
to all flying activity at the field.
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4. |
The safety rules and regulations contained
herein may be changed only by the Executive Committee.
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5. |
All transmitters must display its
frequency number. Numbers must be at least one (1) inch high. All
transmitters and receivers must be narrow band (1991 gold sticker).
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6. |
The Club frequency board is to be used at all
times, even when only one person is at the field. Members will clip their
current AMA card onto the frequency clip before removing the pin. Pilots using
2.4 MHz. systems will post their AMA card on the proper frequency clip, no pin
required.
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7. |
Under no circumstances shall a transmitter be
turned on before the frequency pin has been attached to the transmitter antenna.
Return pin to frequency board after transmitter has been tuned off.
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8. |
All Internal combustion powered
aircraft/engine/prop combinations must meet FLYRC sound rules. Remember...NOISE
IS OUR ENEMY. The basic rule is as follows: At 9 feet: 93 db or less is ok any
engine.
Large two strokes: RPM In thousands + db=104 or
less. Four stroke engines: RPM In thousands /2 + db = 104 or less
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Disregard for noise regulations as determined by
the sound enforcement committee (i.e. the executive officers and official sound
testers). Will result in loss of Flying privileges as follows: 1st offense
One month suspension 2nd offense - One year suspension
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10. |
Plain nylon or non-reinforced plastic props are
prohibited on all engines larger than
.051.
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11. |
Fly from designated flight boxes only. If you
must go on or over the runway, you must notify other pilots. |
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12. |
Do not fly over or behind pilot boxes.
Deliberate low passes over or towards the pits, spectator, or parking area are
prohibited. |
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13. |
Absolutely no flying in restricted areas. See
field map. Loss of flying privileges will be the same as for noise
violation. |
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14. |
Maximum number of planes in the air at one time
is four (4), with an Internal combustion maximum of three (3). |
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All
pilots flying
solo must have their membership card signed (or initialed) by a FLYRC designated instructor pilot
or any Club
executive officer. Student pilots must have a qualified solo pilot at their
sides during all flights.
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16. |
Consumption of alcoholic beverages on property
is prohibited
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17. |
FLYRC members and their guests shall confine
themselves to the general field area and access roads. No one is permitted in
sand bank or on equipment. Except to retrieve aircraft. |
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18. |
Flying is permitted ONLY at the following times:
Monday thru Sunday 9:00 A.m. to sunset
Note: Electrics may fly from 8:00a.m to
sunset |
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19. |
"Hot dogging" such as low, high speed passes over the runway or touch and
go races is permitted with the Consent of other pilots flying at the time, and
in any event only down the far side of the runway, away from the pilot boxes.
This type of flying is Intimidating and distracting to some pilots, and may
only be done with due consideration for others, and in such a manner as to
prevent a potential hazard to
other flyers and spectators. |
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Young children shall not be at the field if
not closely and continuously supervised by a non-flying responsible individual.
Young children shall not be allowed on the runway or in the pit area at any
time. Do not allow young children to wander unescorted at any time. Children
are not allowed in the sand banks at any time.
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21.
Engines started and operated in the pit area
must be positioned to prevent exhaust oils from being directed onto other
models equipment or parked Cars. |
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22.
Engine restarts are allowed in the landing area
only when other aircraft are not in flight, or when other aircraft are not
ready to begin a flight. |
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23. |
A flier shall not willfully and deliberately
fly his model in a careless, reckless or dangerous manner. |
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24. |
Call out your landing. This makes other pilots
at the flight line aware of a landing aircraft. Yell, "
coming in" or " landing" |
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25. |
The filer of a dead stick
approach shall clearly and loudly warn all persons of his dead stick approach.
Other fliers must yield to dead stick aircraft.
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26. |
Do not taxi in the pit area, or taxi
toward the pit area at a fast rate of speed. It is preferable to stop your
model and stop the engine before the model enters the pit area. |
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27. |
No pets allowed at the field. |
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28. |
Engine break-in running shall
not be
conducted at the field |
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29. |
All takeoffs and landings are to be executed in
the direction indicated by consensus of pilots present. |
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30. |
Don't litter. Pick up after yourself. Clear
the area of all garbage. If it didn't grow there, it's garbage.
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31. |
No
flying of any free flight or control line planes at the field. Remember,
we are guests of Mitchell Farm. Let’s conduct ourselves in a safe
and courteous manner and above all, let common sense be our guide. |
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32. |
No free turbine engines of any kind may be operated at the FLYRC field. |
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33. |
Aircraft and equipment will be removed from flight
boxes when not in use. |
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34. |
Planes will not be placed on picnic tables in the eating area. Do not leave
aircraft on assembly tables.
Please remove when assembly is complete.
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35. |
Grills and propane are for the use of club members and guests. When finished,
return them to the shed in
good order.
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36. |
The last person to leave the field will
lock the shed and close the gate.
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17. FLYRC Newtown Field Rules
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All of the
Mitchell Farm rules apply as well as those listed below: |
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Make sure that you close the gate so the cows
don’t get out. |
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2. |
Do not park on the street. Pull
In to the right and head in under the trees. |
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3. |
If the cows come onto the field, they can
easily be moved by walking up to them and herding them towards the north end of
the field. If you are flying alone, land your plane away from the Cows and then
herd them to the north. |
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4. |
Fly out over the valley and to the right.
Also, no low, loud passes are allowed at the field. This will appease the
neighbors and help us keep our new field. |
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5. |
You must have a clothespin with your frequency
number on It In order to fly at the field. The frequency pin display area is
the piece of barbed wire that is to the immediate left (your left when Inside
the gate facing the road) of the gatepost. When you want to fly, check this
area for your frequency number; if you don't find it, ask around if it is
clear, then place your pin on the frequency 'wire and enjoy. |
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We will have a Limit of two
power and two electric aircraft in the air at one time. This will help
keep the sound down. |
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7. |
If any of the neighbors walk or drive by and
show an Interest, Invite them in and talk to them (make sure they drive their
cars In so that the road is clear). Be friendly,
answer questions and promote an R/C friendly atmosphere. The more they like us
the better off we will be. |
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8. |
A pitchfork and shovel will be left in the
bushes for removal of the unwanted landing hazards. Throw the cow pies towards
the far side of the field or over the hill, which is to the south. |
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9. |
If you are the last to leave, make sure that
the gate is locked. |
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10. |
Clean up all of your garbage
and take it with you!
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