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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 to be airworthy by having been previously, success-
fully flight-tested.
2. I will not fly my model 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.
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 models with fuel is 55 pounds.
5. At air shows or model flying demonstrations a single straight
line must be established, one side of which is for flying,
with the other side for spectators. Only those persons
accredited by the contest director or other appropriate official
as necessary 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
requirements, under special circumstances involving
consideration of site 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 weighs more than
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 being 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
tetranitromethane or hydrazine.
9. I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any device that
explodes, burns, or propels a projectile of any kind) including,
but not limited to, rockets, explosive bombs dropped from
models, smoke bombs, all explosive gases (such as hydro-
gen filled balloons), ground mounted devices launching 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 a primary means
of propulsion are limited to a maximum weight of 3.3 pounds
and a G series motor. A model aircraft is defined as an aircraft
with or without engine, not able to carry a human being.
10.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
experienced 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
spectator areas, unless beyond my control.
4. I will operate my model using only radio control frequencies
currently allowed by the Federal Communications Commission.
(Only properly licensed Amateurs are authorized to operate
equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.)
5. Separation of less than three miles between flying sites is
only acceptable if testing has been accomplished to determine
that no interference potential exists or a frequency sharing
arrangement between the clubs and/or individuals involved
is developed. Written confirmation of either of these two
alternatives, signed by a club officer of both clubs, or
individual AMA members from both clubs shall be provided
to AMA Headquarters.
6. For Combat, distance between flight line and spectator line
will be 500 feet per cubic inch of engine displacement.
(example: .40 engine = 200 feet)
7. An RC racing event, whether or not an AMA Rule Book
event, is one in which model aircraft compete in flight over
a prescribed course with the objective of finishing the course
faster to determine the winner.
A. In every organized racing event in which contestants, callers
and officials are on the course:
1. All officials, callers and contestants must properly wear
helmets that are OSHA, DOT, ANSI, SNELL or NOCSAE
approved or comparable standard while on the racecourse.
2. All officials will be off the course except for the starter
and their assistant.
3. “On the course” is defined to mean any area beyond the
pilot/staging area where actual flying takes place.
B. I will not fly my model aircraft in any organized racing event
which does not comply with paragraph A above or which
allows models over 20 pounds unless that competition event
is AMA sanctioned.
C. Distance from the pylon to the nearest spectator (line) will
be in accordance with the current Competition Regulations
under the RC Pylon Racing section for the specific event
pending two or three pylon course layout.
8. R/C Night Flying is limited to low-performance models (less
than 100 mph). The models must be equipped with a lighting
system that clearly defines the aircraft’s attitude at all times.
AMA SAFETY CODE 2002 Official AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code
Effective January 1, 2002