PHOENIX MODEL FLYING CLUB
CLUB RULES APPLICABLE TO THE FLYING FIELD
These are in addition to the Published BMFA guidelines referred to in the Handbook
1…. Flying times are…. 10am to one hour before dusk, 7 days a week.
2…. All junior members must be always accompanied by a Parent/Guardian, while attending the flying field
3…. Check that you know where the “no fly zones” are before flying.
4…. Prior to running an IC engine in the pits ensure that the model is tethered with a suitable restraining loop etc. and is pointing OUT from the Pit area at the time of starting the engine. Electric powered models do need restraint, and the transmitter operated throttle lock MUST be set up for operation, this is to prevent accidental start-up of the electric motor once the battery has been connected.
5…. Maximum number of models in the air at any one time is 4. When taking off the pilot must be at the pilot box not on the strip. When more than 1 model is flying recovery of a model that has landed must be under the complete guidance and approval of the pilot/s with models flying before entering the take-off /landing strip
6… Only Minimum BMFA A certificate holders with insurance and CAA allowed to fly solo on the runway. All trainees flying must be accompanied by a club member with a minimum of A cert held for 1 Year or more using a buddy dual control system. Experienced pilots that have not passed their A cert may be assessed by one of our instructors or our examiner and if deemed safe to fly solo with a qualified pilot standing next to them (min A with 1 year flying) to practice for their A test. This will be for a maximum of 10 (weather permitting) flying days prior to taking the A test. All trainees must use a suitable high wing trainer, approved by a flying club committee member
7…. Hover patch to be used for drone/helicopter training only
8.. Drone Pilots can only use the main runway to fly “solo” if they are in possession of the appropriate BMFA A certificate for drone operation
9.. Do not leave litter or broken parts on the field
10.. Always consider fellow members
11.. When Maintenance staff are operating (grass cutting/hedge trimming etc.) On the Take-off/landing strip/car park /Helipad and surround Model flying is forbidden. Only when the Maintenance staff give all clear and leave the area can Model flying commence.
Remember all members are responsible for the safety of themselves and other members.
The committee has the right if deemed necessary, to revoke membership if these basic rules are consistently abused
