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 fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air
shows, or model flying demonstrations until it has been
proven to be airworthy by having been previously,
successfully flight tested.
2. I will not fly 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 flying in
the proximity of full-scale aircraft. Where necessary, an
observer shall be utilized to supervise flying to avoid having
models fly in the proximity of full-scale aircraft.
3. Where established, I will abide by the safety rules for the
flying site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fly my
models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner.
5. I will not fly my model unless it is identified with my name
and address or AMA number, on or in the model. Note: This
does not apply to models while being flown 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 first flight of a new or repaired model.
2. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of
spectators until I become a qualified flier, unless assisted by
an experienced helper.
3. At all flying sites a straight or curved line(s) must be
established in front of which all flying takes place with the
other side for spectators. Only personnel involved with flying
the aircraft are allowed at or in the front of the flight line.
Intentional flying behind the flight 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 flying 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 flight; nor should any part of the
model other than the landing gear, intentionally touch
the ground, except while landing.
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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 stuffing them into place
is not sufficient.
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3. Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it has a
strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension off the
solder joint inside the receiver.
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4. Balance your model
laterally as explained in the
instructions.
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5. Use thread-locking compound to secure critical.
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6. Make sure all hinges are securely in place.
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7. Confirm that all controls operate in the correct direction
and the throws are set up according to the manual.
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8. 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.
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9. Secure connections between servo wires and
Y-connectors or servo extensions, and the
connection between your battery pack and the on/off
switch with vinyl tape, heat shrink tubing or special
clips suitable for that purpose.
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10. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have
used do not interfere with other systems (servo arms,
pushrods, etc.).
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11. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).
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12. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.
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13. Place your name, address, AMA number and
telephone number on or inside your model.
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14. Cycle your battery pack (if necessary) and make sure
it is fully charged.
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15. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before
your first flight.
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16. Range check your radio when you get to the flying field.
The Siren ARF is a great-flying model that flies smoothly
and predictably. The Siren ARF does not, however, possess
the self-recovery characteristics of a primary R/C trainer
and should be flown only by experienced R/C pilots.
FLYING
During the last few moments of preparation your mind
may be elsewhere anticipating the excitement of the first
flight. Because of this, you may be more likely to overlook
certain checks and procedures that should be performed
before the model is flown. 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!).
CHECK LIST
AMA SAFETY CODE (excerpts)
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