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AMA SAFETY CODE EXCERPTS
Read and abide by the following excerpts from the Academy
of Model Aeronautics Safety Code. For the complete Safety
Code refer to
Model Aviation
magazine, the AMA web site or
the Code that came with your AMA license.
General
1) I will not fl y my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air shows,
or model fl ying demonstrations until it has been proven to be
airworthy by having been previously, successfully fl ight tested.
2) I will not fl y my model aircraft higher than approximately
400 feet within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the
airport operator. I will give right-of-way and avoid fl ying in the
proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary, an observer
shall be utilized to supervise fl ying to avoid having models fl y
in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3) Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the
fl ying site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fl y my
models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner.
5) I will not fl y my model unless it is identifi ed with my name
and address or AMA number, on or in the model. Note: This
does not apply to models while being fl own indoors.
7) I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any device that
explodes, burns, or propels a projectile of any kind).
Radio Control
1) I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground
check before the fi rst fl ight of a new or repaired model.
2) I will not fl y my model aircraft in the presence of spectators
until I become a qualified flier, unless assisted by an
experienced helper.
3) At all fl ying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be
established in front of which all fl ying takes place with the
other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with fl ying
the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the fl ight line.
Intentional fl ying behind the fl ight line is prohibited.
4) I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies
currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission.
5)
I will not knowingly operate my model within three miles
of any pre-existing fl ying site except in accordance with
the frequency sharing agreement listed
[in the complete
AMA Safety Code].
9) Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch
a powered model in fl ight;
nor should any part of the model
other than the landing gear, intentionally touch the ground,
except while landing.
CHECK LIST
During the last few moments of preparation your mind may
be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the fi rst fl ight.
Because of this, you may be more likely to overlook certain
checks and procedures that should be performed before the
model is fl own. To help avoid this, a check list is provided to
make sure these important areas are not overlooked. Many
are covered in the instruction manual, so where appropriate,
refer to the manual for complete instructions. Be sure to
check the items off as they are completed (that’s why it’s
called a
check list!
).
❏
1. Check the C.G. according to the measurements provided
in the manual.
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2. Be certain the battery and receiver are securely mounted
in the fuse. Simply stuffi ng them into place with foam
rubber is not suffi cient.
❏
3. Balance your model
laterally
as explained in the
instructions.
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4. Confi rm that all hinges are
securely
glued in place.
❏
5. Confi rm that all controls operate in the correct direction
and the throws are set up according to the manual.
❏
6. Make sure there are silicone retainers on all the clevises
and that all servo arms are secured to the servos with
the screws included with your radio.
❏
7. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have
used do not interfere with other systems (servo arms,
pushrods, etc.).
❏
8. Secure the pressure tap (if used) to the muffl er with
high temp RTV silicone, thread locking compound
or J.B. Weld.
❏
9. Make sure the fuel lines are connected and are
not kinked.
❏
10. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).
❏
11. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.
❏
12. Place your name, address, AMA number and telephone
number on or inside your model.
❏
13. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before
your fi rst fl ight.
❏
14. Range check your radio when you get to the fl ying fi eld.
GATHER YOUR TOOLS
In addition the equipment required to fuel and start the engine
mentioned near the beginning of the manual, you should start
a collection of tools that may be required for adjustments and
maintenance at the fl ying fi eld. Following is a list of the most
important items.
●
Medium (#1) Phillips Screwdriver
●
Medium (#1) Flat Screwdriver
●
5/16" (or 8mm) Socket Wrench (for glow plug)
●
10mm Wrench or Crescent Wrench (for the propeller)
