Ama Safety Code; Check List - GREAT PLANES Pitts M-12S Instruction Manual

AMA SAFETY CODE (

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 qualifi ed fl ier, 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.
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EXCERPTS
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.
❏ 1. Fuelproof all areas exposed to fuel or exhaust residue
❏ 2. Check the C.G. according to the measurements
❏ 3. Be certain the battery and receiver are securely
❏ 4. Extend your receiver antenna and make sure it has
❏ 5. Balance your model laterally as explained in the
❏ 6. Use threadlocking compound to secure critical
❏ 7. Add a drop of oil to the axles so the wheels will turn freely.
❏ 8. Make sure all hinges are securely glued in place.
❏ 9. Reinforce holes for wood screws with thin CA where
❏ 10. Confi rm that all controls operate in the correct direction
❏ 11. Make sure there are silicone retainers on all the
❏ 12. Secure connections between servo wires and
❏ 13. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have
❏ 14. Secure the pressure tap (if used) to the muffl er with high
❏ 15. Make sure the fuel lines are connected and are not
❏ 16. Balance your propeller (and spare propellers).
❏ 17. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.
❏ 18. Place your name, address, AMA number and
❏ 19. Cycle your receiver battery pack (if necessary) and
❏ 20. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before
❏ 21. Range check your radio when you get to the fl ying fi eld.
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CHECK LIST

such as the cowl mounting blocks, wing saddle area, etc.
provided in the manual.
mounted in the fuse. Simply stuffi ng them into place with
foam rubber is not suffi cient.
a strain relief inside the fuselage to keep tension off the
solder joint inside the receiver.
instructions.
fasteners such as the set screws that hold the wheel
axles to the struts, screws that hold the carburetor arm (if
applicable), screw-lock pushrod connectors, etc.
appropriate (servo mounting screws, cowl mounting
screws, etc.).
and the throws are set up according to the manual.
clevises and that all servo arms are secured to the
servos with the screws included with your radio.
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.
used do not interfere with other systems (servo arms,
pushrods, etc.).
temp RTV silicone, thread locking compound or J.B. Weld.
kinked.
telephone number on or inside your model.
make sure it is fully charged.
your fi rst fl ight.