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.
Since the Giant Big Stik ARF qualifies as a “giant-scale”
model and is therefore eligible to fly in IMAA events,
we’ve printed excerpts from the IMAA Safety Code
which follow.
What is Giant-Scale?
The concept of large or giant-scale is generally considered
to apply to radio controlled model aircraft with minimum
wingspans of 80 inches for monoplanes and 60 inches for
multi-wing aircraft. Quarter-scale or larger replicas of
person-carrying aircraft with proper documentation
(minimum 3-view drawing) which do not fit the size
requirements will also be permitted.
SECTION 1.0: SAFETY STANDARD
1.1 Adherence to Code: The purpose of this Safety Code is
to provide a structure whereby all participants, including
spectators, will be aware of the inherent dangers in the
operation of radio controlled aircraft. This code is meant
to serve as a minimum guideline to all participants. It is
understood that the ultimate responsibility for the safety
of any aircraft lies with the owner(s), pilot(s) and
spectator(s) involved in any event. It is the responsibility
of all participants to exercise caution when operating, or
observing the operation of all radio controlled aircraft.
The pilot/owner of an aircraft will not be dissuaded from
taking whatever steps they deem necessary, in addition
to this code, to insure that their aircraft is safe.
1.2 The most current AMA Safety Code in effect is to
be observed.
SECTION 3.0: SAFETY REVIEW
3.4 Flight Testing: All aircraft are to have been flight tested
and flight trimmed with a minimum of six (6) flights
before the model is allowed to fly at an IMAA
Sanctioned event.
3.5 Proof of Flight: The completing and signing of the
Declaration section of the Safety Review form (see
Section 3.2) by the pilot (or owner) shall document, as
fact, that the noted aircraft has been successfully flight
tested and proven airworthy prior to the IMAA event.
Section 4.0: SPOTTER/HELPER
4.1 Spotter/Helper Definition: An assistant to aid the pilot
during start-up, and taxing onto the runway. The
spotter/helper will assist the pilot in completing a safe flight.
4.2 Each pilot is required to have a spotter/helper at all
IMAA sanctioned events. The event Safety Committee
should be prepared to assist those pilots who do not
have a spotter/helper to make sure that every
registered pilot has the opportunity to fly at a
sanctioned event.
SECTION 5.0: EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF
(Kill Switch)
5.1 Magneto spark ignition engines must have a coil-
grounding switch on the aircraft to stop the engine. This
will also prevent accidental starting of the engine. This
switch shall be readily available to both pilot and
spotter/helper. This switch is to be operated manually
and without the use of the Radio System.
5.2 Engines with battery powered ignition systems must
have a switch to turn off the power from the battery
pack to disable the engine from firing. This will also
prevent accidental starting of the engine. This switch
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