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8. I will not operate model aircraft carrying pyrotechnic
devices which explode burn, or propel 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
AMAAir 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 line 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 line. In the case of airshows demonstrations straight
line must be established. An area away from the line
must be maintained for spectators. Intentional flying
behind the 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 agreements,
including an interference test report if the agreement
indicates no interference exists, will be signed by all
parties and copies provided to AMA Headquarters.
7. With the exception of events flown under official AMA
rules, no powered model may be flown outdoors closer
than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and
located at the flightline.
8. Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person
touch a model aircraft in flight while it is still under
power, except to divert it from striking an individual.
2009 Official Academy of Model
Aeronautics Safety Code
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 rightof-way and avoid flying in
the proximity of fullscale 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.
