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AMA SAFETY CODE (
EXCERPTS
)
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.
FINAL CHECKLIST
Now it’s time to do a fi nal check before taking the model to the
fi eld. These checks are best done in the peace and comfort of
your own shop, so take the time now to make certain your model
is ready.
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1. Check the C.G. according to the procedure provided in
the manual.
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2. Be certain the battery and receiver are securely mounted
in the fuse.
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3. Confi rm that the wing bolt is properly tightened.
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4. Make sure all hinges are
securely
glued in place.
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5. Confi rm that all controls operate in the correct direction
and the throws are set up according to the manual.
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6. Make sure any servo extension cords you may have used do
not interfere with other systems (servo arms, pushrods, etc.).
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7. Tighten the propeller nut and spinner.
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8. Place your name, address, AMA number and telephone
number on or inside your model.
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9. If you wish to photograph your model, do so before your
fi rst fl ight.
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10. Confi rm that your fl ight battery(s) is/are fully charged.
FLIGHT PREPARATION
The Hobbico Mini NexSTAR EP has many features that make
learning to fl y R/C an easier experience, but the help from an
instructor is invaluable. An instructor is going to be able to inspect
your airplane to make sure everything is working correctly and
he will also be able to give you a few tips and comments on
how to improve your fl ying. Also, make sure you fl y at an AMA
sanctioned fl ying fi eld.
Flight preparation is to be done at the fl ying fi eld.
Check the Frequency (FM & PCM Radio Systems)
IMPORTANT:
Your radio control system transmits a signal on
a certain frequency. Be certain you know what the frequency
is. This is expressed as a two-digit number (42, 56, etc.), and
can be found on the container the transmitter came in and
is also located on the transmitter. There are several different
frequencies, but there is still a chance that someone else at the
fl ying fi eld may be on the same frequency as you. If you turn on
your transmitter while that person is fl ying, a crash will result.
NEVER
turn on your transmitter until you have permission from
your instructor, and until you have possession of the frequency
clip used for frequency control at the fl ying site.
Check the Controls
Be certain your fl ight instructor performs these following checks
with you.
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1. Get the frequency clip from the frequency control board at
your fl ying site.
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2. Connect the aileron servo leads to the Y-harness and
mount the wing to the fuselage with the wing bolt.
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