Like all
clubs, the RAMS do have Rules. Developed to ensure safety and avoid loss of
AMA insurance coverage in the event of an accident, the rules also remind us
to have some basic common sense as we enjoy the sport of flying Radio Controlled
Models. Here are those rules accepted by the membership of the RAMS:
Smoking
in designated area only (on gravel surface, Parking lot side of the Fence).
AMA
Membership mandatory for all pilots not under the tutelage of an instructor
pilot.
You
must be a Solo Certified, current RAMS Member or Sponsored RAMS Guest to fly.
All
radio equipment must be 1991 Gold Sticker approved.
Aircraft
as regards this set of rules includes all aircraft flown
bt RAMS Members, Fixed Wing, Helicopter, Electric, Etc.
During
events, all transmitters must remain in the Impound Area when not in use.
At all times, use of the frequency board is mandatory.
Be
sure to check the Frequency Board to see if your channel is clear before you
turn on your transmitter.
Place
your AMA-RAMS card only, in the appropriate position on the
frequency board:
outer clip before you turn your radio on, inner clip when you are not using
your radio. Spread Spectrum Users place your AMA card on one
of the clips in the middle of the board.
All
new, repaired, or altered aircraft will be Range Checked and undergo a Safety
Inspection prior to flight.
Point
aircraft toward runway when performing adjustments.
Use
the designated area for engine break-in and extensive adjustments and safety
inspections.
Mufflers
are required on all engines. Noise levels will be per AMA regs.
One
Pilot per station. Pilots and spotters Must be in the
cages at all times when flying. Flying with a spotter is recommended.
Maximum
of four aircraft on flight line. (Under consideration)
Take
off will be from runway only. No East-West take offs.
Clearly
announce your intentions on take off or landing. Flight pattern based on wind
direction.
All
flying will be done east of the flight line defined by a line along the pilot
cages
No
high speed passes on the pilot's side of the runway. For Low
Level Aerobatics,
and high speed flying, the Dead Line is to be observed. Annouce
your intentions prior to high speed passes. Helicopters may
hover over the runway but must give
way to fixed wing aircraft for take-off and landing. As with fixed
wing aircraft, Aerobatics and High speed passes must be announced, and
flown beyond the dead-line. (Dead Line is defined as the far edge of the
runway opposite the Pilot Cages)
No
flying over pit area or spectator area.
Engine
to be shut down on the runway. No taxiing into the pit area.
Clean
up your area. If you pack it in, pack it out.
Have
a great day flying and take care for everyone around you.