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Hangar 9 Pulse XT 60 ARF User Manual

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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 right-of-way and avoid

flying in the proximity of full-scale 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.

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 AMA Air 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.

2008 Official AMA

National Model Aircraft Safety Code