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Rev 508jf

Official

Academy of Model Aeronautics

National Model Aircraft Safety Code

Effective January 1, 2006

GENERAL

1. A model aircraft shall be defined as a non-human-carrying device capable of sustained flight in the
atmosphere. It shall not exceed limitations established in this code and is intended to be used exclusively for
recreational or competition activity.
2. The maximum takeoff weight of a model aircraft, including fuel, is 55 pounds, except for those flown under
the AMA Experimental Aircraft Rules.
3. I will abide by this Safety Code and all rules established for the flying site I use. I will not willfully fly my
model aircraft in a reckless and/or dangerous manner.
4. I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air shows, or model demonstrations until it has been
proven airworthy.
5. I will not fly my model aircraft higher than approximately 400 feet above ground level, when within three (3)
miles of an airport without notifying the airport operator. I will yield the right-of-way and avoid flying in the
proximity of full-scale aircraft, utilizing a spotter when appropriate.
6. I will not fly my model aircraft unless it is identified with my name and address, or AMA number, inside or
affixed to the outside of the model aircraft. This does not apply to model aircraft flown indoors.
7. I will not operate model aircraft with metal-blade propellers or with gaseous boosts (other than air), nor will I
operate model aircraft with fuels containing tetranitromethane or hydrazine.
8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic devices which explode or burn, or

 

any device, which

propels a projectile of any kind. Exceptions include Free Flight fuses or devices that burn producing smoke
and are securely attached to the model aircraft during flight. Rocket motors up to a G-series size may be
used, provided they remain firmly attached to the model aircraft during flight. Model rockets may be flown in
accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety Code; however, they may not be launched from model
aircraft. Officially designated AMA Air Show Teams (AST) are authorized to use devices and practices as
defined within the Air Show Advisory Committee Document.
9. I will not operate my model aircraft while under the influence of alcohol or within eight (8) hours of having
consumed alcohol.
10. I will not operate my model aircraft while using any drug which could adversely affect my ability to safely
control my model aircraft.
11. Children under six (6) years old are only allowed on a flightline or in a flight area as a pilot or while under
flight instruction.
12. When and where required by rule, helmets must be properly worn and fastened. They must be OSHA,
DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE approved or comply with comparable standards.

RADIO CONTROL

1. All model flying shall be conducted in a manner to avoid over flight of unprotected people.
2. I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground-range check before the first flight of a new or
repaired model aircraft.
3. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a proficient flier, unless I am
assisted by an experienced pilot.
4. At all flying sites a safety line or lines must be established, in front of which all flying takes place. Only
personnel associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the safety line. In the case of
airshows or demonstrations a straight safety line must be established. An area away from the safety line must
be maintained for spectators. Intentional flying behind the safety line is prohibited.
5. I will operate my model aircraft using only radio-control frequencies currently allowed by the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC). Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are authorized to operate
equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.
6. I will not knowingly operate my model aircraft within three (3) miles of any preexisting flying site without a
frequency-management agreement. A frequency-management agreement may be an allocation of
frequencies for each site, a day-use agreement between sites, or testing which determines that no
interference exists. A frequency-management agreement may exist between two or more AMA chartered
clubs, AMA clubs and individual AMA members, or individual AMA members. Frequency-management

Summary of Contents for 27 percentGee Bee "Y" ARF

Page 1: ...any questions or anything seems confusing please contact us for clarification Some pictures in this manual may not exactly match the contents of your kit due to ongoing production improvements WARNING...

Page 2: ...with liability insurance covering the use of model aircraft You can reach them at 5161 East Memorial Drive Muncie Indiana 47302 phone 765 287 1256 or email www modelaircraft org ALWAYS OPERATE THIS MO...

Page 3: ...up to reduce the travels will also reduce the effective torque of your servos and may invite control surface flutter possibly resulting in loss of control of the airplane Servo extensions You will nee...

Page 4: ...into the fixed surface until the hinge pin is just touching the point of the V Clean off any glue that squeezes out of the hole Now bend each hinge down 90 degrees and twist it until it is perpendicu...

Page 5: ...ILERON PUSHRODS AND CONTROL HORNS Locate the two 3 pushrods one left and one right control horn and eight 2 6x12mm self tapping screws Attach one end of the pushrod to the outer hole of your servo arm...

Page 6: ...rt of the pant up out of the way while you attach the rear brace to the wing using a 6 32 x 3 8 socket head bolt lock washer and flat washer Do not attach the fixed pant to the wing yet That will be t...

Page 7: ...built in Mark the top of the firewall so you don t accidentally reverse it The engine box is not glued in pull it out of the front of the fuselage The centerlines for mounting your engine are scribed...

Page 8: ...ack tubing provided for the clunk line It won t harden like the yellow tubing does INSTALL THE FUEL TANK Drill a 1 4 hole for the carburetor fuel line in a convenient location in the firewall Drill ho...

Page 9: ...the choke and throttle arms We have also included two separate single servo mounting trays that you can locate to suit your engine but be sure that you don t mount any servo closer than 8 inches to an...

Page 10: ...gine and muffler Cut away the part of the dummy engine that is in front of your engine s cylinder You may also want to cut a cooling air exit at the bottom rear of the cowl just in front of the coolin...

Page 11: ...oxy reinstall the stab recheck the measurements and pin and tape it into position Check several times to make sure the alignments are correct before the epoxy sets MOUNT THE VERTICAL FIN Trial fit the...

Page 12: ...mark the position of the four control horn mounting screws Make sure the base of the horn is over the hard point in the elevator Drill 1 16 pilot holes and screw the horn to the elevator Do the other...

Page 13: ...to the outer holes of the servo arm Center the rudder servo with your transmitter Do not cross the cables inside the fuselage Clamp the rudder in a centered position Stretch one cable across the hole...

Page 14: ...struts are cut at different angles depending on where they go With the wing mounted on the fuselage trial fit the struts and mark the one that fits best in each position Locate the hardwood blocks fa...

Page 15: ...Low Rates High Rates Ailerons 1 1 2 2 up 7 8 1 1 4 down Elevators 3 4 1 each way Rudder 1 1 2 2 each way FLY SAFE and HAVE FUN Jim Johnson Pacific Aeromodel Jim Johnson Pacific Aeromodel Jim Johnson...

Page 16: ...icially designated AMA Air Show Teams AST are authorized to use devices and practices as defined within the Air Show Advisory Committee Document 9 I will not operate my model aircraft while under the...

Page 17: ...e it is still under power except to divert it from striking an individual 9 Radio controlled night flying is limited to low performance model aircraft less than 100 mph The model aircraft must be equi...

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