Owner manual

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.
IMAA CODE
IMAA SAFETY CODE (excerpts) Since the Piper Arrow qualifies as a “giant-scale”
model and is therefore eligible to fly in IMAA
events, we’ve printed excerpts from the IMAA
Safety Code that may apply to this model.
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.
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) 5.3 There must also be a means to stop the engine from the transmitter. The most common method is to completely close the carburetor throat using throttle trim, however other methods are acceptable. This requirement applies to all glow/gas ignition engines regardless of size.
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