Ama Safety Code - Hangar 9 HAN1300 Instruction Manual

AMA Safety Code

Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code
Effective January 1, 1999
Model flying MUST be in accordance with this Code in
order for AMA Liability Protection to Apply
General
1. I will not fly my model aircraft in sanctioned events, air
shows, or model flying demonstrations until it has been
proven airworthy by having been previously, successfully
flight tested.
2. I will not fly my model higher than approximately 400 feet
within 3 miles of an airport without notifying the airport oper-
ator. 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 fly-
ing site I use, and I will not willfully and deliberately fly my
models in a careless, reckless and/or dangerous manner.
4. At all flying sites, a straight or curved line(s) must be estab-
lished in front of which all flying takes place with the other
side for spectators. Only personnel involved with flying the
aircraft are allowed in front of the flight line. Flying over the
spectator side of the line is prohibited, unless beyond the
control of the pilot(s). In any case, the maximum permissible
takeoff weight of the mode is 55 pounds.
5. At air shows or model flying demonstrations, a single straight
line must be established — one side which is for flying, with
the other side for spectators. Only those persons accredited
by the contest director or other appropriate official as neces-
sary for flight operations or as having duties or functions
relating to the conduct of the show or demonstration are to be
permitted on the flying side of the line. The only exceptions
which may be permitted to the single straight line require-
ments, under special circumstances involving consideration
of side conditions and model size, weight, speed, and power,
must be jointly approved by the AMA President and the
Executive Director.
6. Under all circumstances, if my model weights over 20 pounds,
I will fly it in accordance with paragraph 5 of this section of
the AMA Safety Code.
7. 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 flown indoors.
8. I will not operate models with metal-bladed propellers or with
gaseous boosts, in which gases other than air enter their
internal combustion engine(s); nor will I operate models with
extremely hazardous fuels, such as those containing tetrani-
tromethane or hydrazine.
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9. I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any device that
explodes, burns, or propels a projectile of any kind) includ-
ing, but not limited to, rockets, explosive bombs dropped
from models, smoke bombs, all explosive gases (such as
hydrogen-filled balloons), ground mounted devices launch-
ing a projectile. The only exceptions permitted are rockets
flown in accordance with the National Model Rocketry Safety
Code or those permanently attached (as per JATO use); also
those items authorized for Air Show Team use as defined by
AST Advisory Committee (document available from AMA HQ).
In any case, models using rocket motors as primary means of
propulsion, are limited to a maximum weight of 3.3 pounds
and a G series motor. Note: A model aircraft is an aircraft,
with or without an engine, not able to carry a human being.
10. I will not operate any turbo jet engine (axial or centrifugal
flow) unless I have obtained a special waiver for such specific
operations from the AMA President and Executive Director
and I will abide by any restriction(s) imposed for such opera-
tion by them. (Note: This does not apply to ducted fan models
using piston engines or electric motors.)
11. I will not consume alcoholic beverages prior to, nor during,
participation in any model operations.
Radio Control
1. I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground
range 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 experi-
enced helper.
3. I will perform my initial turn after takeoff away from the pit or
spectator areas, and I will not thereafter fly over pit or specta-
tor areas, unless beyond by control.
4. I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies
currently allowed by the Federal Communications
Commission. (Only properly licensed Amateurs are author-
ized to operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.)
5. I will not knowingly operate an R/C system within 3 miles of a
pre-existing model club-flying site without a frequency shar-
ing agreement with that club.
6. I will not fly my model aircraft in any racing competition,
which allows models over 20 pounds, unless that competi-
tion event is AMA sanctioned. (Competition is defined as any
situation where a winner is determined.)
7. Every organization racing event requires that all officials,
callers, and contestants must properly wear helmets, which
are OSHA, DOT, ANSL, SNELL, NOCSAE or comparable stan-
dard while on the racecourse. In addition, all officials occupy-
ing safety cages must wear protective eyewear.