1/8 scale “Wedell-Williams Model 44” ARF

1/8 scale “Wedell-Williams Model 44” ARF
Wingspan:
Length:
Wing Area:
Weight (w/o battery):
Weight (w/ PQ1800-3S):
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40 in. (1016mm)
31 in. (787mm)
325 in². (20.97dm²)
29.7 oz. (842g)
35.0 oz. (992g)
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Pilot-1 is pleased to announce the 1/8 scale Wedell-Williams Model 44 Racer as part of
the Golden Age Civilian Series. The Pilot-1 “Model 44” encompasses the same
attributes in quality construction and handling that made the original Wedell-Williams a
winning design. In fact, the Wedell-Williams design won more overall races between
1931 and 1936 than any other race plane. From 1932 to 1935, a model 44 won 1st, 2nd,
3rd against the Gee Bee R-1 and Gee Bee R-2, which by the way placed last. Our
engineers have spent countless hours developing a true-to-scale ARF that looks and
flies like the full-scale “Model 44”. There are few airplanes that fly slow like an Aeronca
Champ AND fly fast wingtip-to-wingtip with the famous Gee Bee racers. We know you
will be pleased with the “Model 44.” With its’ beautiful looks, balanced maneuverability,
and docile flying characteristics, it is a design that is truly at home in the Winner’s Circle!
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Brentwood, TN 37027
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History
The Wedell-Williams Model 44 [and in our case, also “Race #44”] was a racing aircraft,
four examples of which were built in the United States in the early 1930s. It began as a
rebuilding of the partnership's successful We-Will racer of 1929, but soon turned into a
completely new aircraft. It was a typical 1930s racer design, a braced, low-wing
monoplane powered by a large radial engine and equipped with fixed landing gear in
large spats.
Model 44s were raced in the 1932, 33, and 34 Bendix Trophy races, as well as the 1934
Thompson and Shell Trophy. In September, 1933 at the International Air Race in
Chicago the 44 piloted by Jimmie Wedell set the new world speed record of 305.33
miles per hour.
Specifications (Wedell-Williams Model 44)
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Crew: One pilot
Length: 24 ft 6 in (7.47 m)
Wingspan: 26 ft 0 in (7.93 m)
Empty weight: 2,492 lb (1,133 kg)
Loaded weight: 3,892 lb (1,769 kg)
Powerplant: 1× Pratt & Whitney R-1690, 1,020 hp (760 kW)
Performance
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Maximum speed: 316.55 mph (472 km/h)
Range: 900 miles (km)
Service ceiling 14,000 ft (m)
Power/mass: 0.26 hp/lb (0.43 kW/kg)
(Source: Wikipedia, http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wedell-Williams_Model_44 12/11/2008)
For more information, go to the web and search “Wedell Williams Model 44” or use these links:
http://www.air-racing-history.com/
http://lsm.crt.state.la.us/aviation/wedell1.htm
http://www.airrace.com/Resultsshellspeed.htm
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Before starting, use the Contents list to take an inventory and make sure it is complete.
If any parts are missing or are not of acceptable quality, contact Hobby-Lobby.com
Support at 1-866-WE-FLY-RC (1-866-933-5972)
Contents List
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Fuselage
Battery Hatch
Engine Cowl
Landing Gear and Gear Leg Covers
Wheel Pants
Wheels, Velcro, Tailwheel, Misc Hardware
Canopy
Wings and Ailerons
Tube Wing Joiner
Horizontal Tail
Vertical Tail
Pushrods
Additional Items Required
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4-channel Aircraft Radio w/ Receiver (minimum)
1800 mah, 3-cell, 11.1v Lipo Battery (1800-2200mah)
(4) Hitec HS-55 Servos
18 amp Jeti Advance Plus Brushless ESC
AXI 2217/16 Brushless Motor
AXI 22 Series Radial Mount
APC 10x7 “E” Propeller
Soldering Iron and Electrical Solder
5-minute Epoxy Glue and Canopy Glue
Thin CA Glue
Small Phillips Screwdriver
Needle Nose Pliers
Hobby Knife
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1. These instructions are written for someone
who has assembled at least one or two
planes. It is very easy to assemble.
However, if you need help, contact a local
model airplane flyer or contact us here at
Hobby-Lobby.com. Carefully follow each
step in the order they appear in this manual.
It should take 4 to 6 hours. So, let’s get
started!
2. Start by removing the ailerons and CA
hinges from the wing. They should not be
glued in place from the factory.
3. Prepare CA hinges for installation as
shown. When bending the hinges in half,
take careful note of the direction of precut
slots. You will need to bend the hinges back
and forth several times to loosen them up.
4. Insert the bent CA hinges in the aileron
precut slots. Use a hobby knife if slots are
too tight or not deep enough.
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5. Insert the aileron CA hinges into the wing.
The pre-bend in the hinge should allow you
to keep hinge 50% in the wing and 50% in
the aileron.
6. Use thin CA to glue hinges in place. Make
sure there is an even gap on each end of
the aileron. The aileron is deflected slightly
during gluing. Use 2 to 3 drops of thin CA
per hinge, per side. Note the tight fit
between the aileron and the wing.
7. Depending on the type of servos you are
using, you may need to trim the balsa
blocks as shown.
8. Turn on radio. Make sure the aileron trim is
centered and all programming is reset to
neutral. Install servo arm 90º to the plate
and located in the center of slot. Install the
servo screws into the balsa blocks.
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9. Trim the opposite horn flush. Drill the
outer servo arm hole out to 3/64”
(1.2mm) diameter. This hole is located
1/2” (13mm) from the center of the servo
screw
10. Use tape to secure pull-string and the
12”servo extension wire. Pull servo wire
through wing.
11. Install aileron horn into aileron hole. Use
a hobby knife to remove covering
material from under the horn. Then
install control horn in place and glue with
thin CA. Drill out middle hole in horn with
3/64” (1.2mm) drill, or use hobby knife
point to enlarge hole. Install aileron
pushrod as shown.
12. Install four short sheet metal screws to
hold cover in place. Repeat for opposite
wing.
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13. Insert the Elevator into slot in the fuselage.
14. Now, insert horizontal stabilizer into slot as
shown.
15. Align horizontal stabilizer so that holes for
vertical stabilizer are perfectly aligned. We
will glue the entire tail in a later step, so do
NOT glue just yet.
16. Insert vertical stabilizer into fuselage as
shown. Again, do NOT glue..
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17. The Hobby-Lobby.com R&D department
has determined that the CA hinges for the
Elevator and Rudder are too stiff as
supplied in the kit. We recommend that you
cut away 2/3 of each hinge as shown. Take
care to cut along the precut slits in the
hinge. There is still plenty of strength left in
the hinge for a model this size. You will use
four (4) small CA hinges on the Elevator
and two (2) on the Rudder
18. Insert CA hinge into elevator and horizontal
stabilizer. You will have to flex elevator just
a little bit. The “x” shows the portion of each
CA hinge to trim away.
19. Use thin CA to glue hinges in place. Use 23 drops per hinge
20. Use thin CA to glue the Vertical and
horizontal stabilizer in place. Be very careful
with application. A super thin applicator tip
on your CA bottle will help with this step.
Use CA debonder on paper towel to clean
up any CA drips.
21. Remove covering from bottom of Rudder as
shown. Also install the Rudder control horn
and center it in rudder. Use thin CA to glue
it in place.
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22. Insert tailwheel into the predrilled hole in the
rudder. No glue is necessary.
23. Insert the trimmed CA hinges in Rudder and
install as shown. Use 2-3 drops of thin CA
to secure hinges in place.
24. Attach tailwheel bracket to fuselage with
two (2) sheet metal screws. Align tailwheel
with Rudder and tighten set screw as
shown.
25. Install the servos as shown. Turn on radio.
Make sure the Elevator and Rudder trims
are centered and all programming is reset
to neutral.
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26. Assemble the ends of the rudder pull-pull
cables as shown. Make sure to double
loop the cable through the crimp and
compress crimp with needle nose pliers.
Attach the left rudder cable to the right
control arm and vice-versa. The cables
inside the fuselage should cross each
other once and make an “X”.
27. Insert the elevator pushrod into the left
pushrod tube. Install the servo horn onto
the “z-bend” and then onto the servo. Do
not forget to install the servo screw. Trim
the opposite side of the horn with pliers as
shown.
28. Align horn with elevator pushrod and
insert horn points through elevator.
Remove covering around horn. Insert horn
into elevator and glue with thin CA.
29. Use fine permanent marker to mark music
wire adjacent to control horn holes. This is
where you will make a 90-degree bend in
the wire. Do NOT bend wire quite yet.
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30. Insert the Elevator pushrod standoff “T” and
the plastic clevis retainer clip as shown.
31. Use needle nose pliers to bend elevator
pushrod 90degrees toward horn. Install
plastic clevis retainer as shown.
32. Position elevator pushrod support “T” as
shown. Make sure the pushrod is straight.
While holding fuselage upside down, use 5min epoxy to glue support “T” to covering.
*Note: Be very careful here. Do not to glue
the rudder cable!
33. Temporarily hold rudder in the center
position. Here we have use wooden dowel
scraps and a rubber band. The idea is to
keep rudder centered while we adjust the
rudder pull-pull cables.
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34. Assemble the rudder pull-pull cable as
shown. Make sure the radio is on and all
trims are centered. Lightly pull slack out of
cable
35. Compress cable crimp with needle nose
pliers. Repeat for opposite side. Remove
the temporary brace on the rudder.
36. Remove the forward tailwheel bracket
screw. Use a crimp tube to make a loop in
the end of the cable and compress with
needle nose pliers. Insert screw through
wire loop and reinstall as shown.
37. Feed wire cable through predrilled holes in
horizontal and vertical tail as shown.
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38. Using a wire crimp, route a wire loop
around the forward tailwheel bracket screw
as shown. Use needle nose pliers to
compress the wire crimp. Cut off excess
wire and tighten screw. Note: use thin CA
on each crimp tube after compressing with
pliers. This also goes for all crimp tubes
used in assembly.
39. This photo shows the completed tail brace
wire highlighted for emphasis.
40. Insert the landing gear legs into the
fuselage slots.
41. Insert the plywood retainer blocks as
shown. The notch faces toward the aircraft
centerline.
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42. Some light trimming may be needed but the
blocks should be flush. Use thin CA to glue
blocks in place.
43. Locate the wheel pants, main wheels, and
wheel collars.
44. Partially insert the wheel pant onto the
landing gear wire leg. Slide the inboard
wheel collar onto wire.
45. Install the main wheel and outboard wheel
collar.
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46. Insert the end of the landing gear wire into
the outboard wheel pant plywood block.
47. Fully slide wheel pant assembly inboard
until wire is seated in molded slot. Tighten
wheel collar set screws. Use canopy glue to
attach landing gear wire end to plywood
block as shown.
48. Insert the landing gear cover. Use canopy
glue to attach to wheel pant as shown. Use
tape to temporarily hold in place while glue
dries.
49. Attach landing gear leg covers with two (2)
plastic straps and very short sheet metal
screws as shown.
Plastic Straps
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50. Insert Carbon Fiber wing tube into fuselage.
Slide each wing panel onto wing tube and
feed aileron servo wire into fuselage. Use
two (2) small pieces of clear tape on bottom
of wing joint per wing panel to hold each
wing panel in place.
51. Solder the electronic speed control (ESC)
connectors and DEANS Ultra battery
connector as shown.
52. Connect the motor and ESC wires together.
For AXI motors, connect the Red-to-Red,
Black-to-Yellow, and Yellow-to-Black.
(Mismatching any two wires will make the
motor turn the proper direction for our
application.)
53. Install the motor to the motor mount using
the motor supplied counter-sunk screws.
Make sure to install the aluminum wheel
collar on the rear motor shaft as shown.
This distributes the prop loads into the rear
bearing.
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54. Install the motor onto the firewall with (4)
machine screws.
55. Insert the ESC through the nose section
and route along right side of plane.
56. Use small tie wraps or tape to secure ESC
wires.
57. Fabricate and install a battery guide block
out of scrap balsa or foam. Use 5-min
epoxy to glue it in place. This will help
protect the battery from rubbing against the
rear motor shaft and engine mount screws.
58.
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59. Enlarge hole in plastic dummy engine with a
dremel tool and ½” sanding drum. You
could also carefully use your hobby knife or
canopy scissors.
60. Make sure you have at least a 1/8” (5mm)
of clearance between the motor and dummy
engine.
61. Install cowl, prop, and spinner. It should
look like this from the top of the cowl. There
should be approximately ½” gap between
cowl and propeller.
62. Install battery hatch.
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63. Install canopy with canopy glue and
temporarily tape in place while glue dries.
The back edge of the canopy should be
flush with the battery hatch aft bulkhead.
64. Please refer to your radio manual for the
following few steps. Please note that some
computer radios have separate settings for
exponential for high and low rate positions.
Make sure you double check all settings
before flight. If you are new to programming,
check with a local experienced modeler or
hobby shop for assistance. The use of
Exponential (expo) is recommended.
65. Adjust Elevator HIGH RATE travel to get
1/2” (12mm) up and 1/2” (12mm) down.
Use 40% expo to soften the center travel
per your radio manual. (JR/Spektrum +40%
and Futaba/Hitec -40%)
12mm
12mm
66. Adjust Elevator LOW RATE travel to get
5/16” (8mm) up and 5/16” (8mm) down
travel.
Use 30% expo to soften the center travel
per your radio manual. (JR/Spektrum +30%
and Futaba/Hitec -30%)
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8mm
8mm
67. Adjust Rudder HIGH RATE travel to get
1/2” (12mm) left and 1/2" (12mm) right
Use 30% expo to soften the center travel
per your radio manual. (JR/Spektrum +30%
and Futaba/Hitec -30%).
12mm
12mm
68. Adjust Rudder LOW RATE travel to get
5/16” (8mm) LEFT and 5/16" (8mm)
RIGHT.
Use 20% expo to soften the center travel
per your radio manual. (JR/Spektrum +20%
and Futaba/Hitec -20%).
8mm
8mm
69. Adjust each aileron’s HIGH RATE up and
down travel to get 7/8” (22mm) using the
end point adjustment.
Use 40% expo to soften the center travel
per your radio manual. (JR/Spektrum +40%
and Futaba/Hitec -40%)
22mm
22mm
70. Adjust each aileron’s LOW RATE up and
down travel to get 5/8” (16mm) using the
end point adjustment.
Use 30% expo to soften the center travel
per your radio manual. (JR/Spektrum +30%
and Futaba/Hitec -30%)
16mm
16mm
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71. The use of a very small Aileron-to-Rudder
mix is also suggested. We used a mix of
10%. This means when you move the
aileron control stick to its full position, the
rudder will also move about 1/16” (3mm) in
the same direction of the control stick.
72. Insert your flight battery and secure with
Velcro straps. We have also used Velcro on
battery and on floor of battery compartment.
Note: You may need to move installed
Velcro straps depending on battery being
used and method of securing battery.
73. Make a mark on each wing 2-1/8” (54mm)
back from the leading edge. Install battery
and balance model at these marks with the
tips of your fingers. Move the battery fore or
aft until airplane balances with fuselage
level. Make a mark with a pen in battery
compartment so that you place the battery
in the same place every time.
74. If you have moved the flight battery as far
forward as possible, you may have to use a
small amount of stick-on lead weight inside
of the cowling to move center of gravity
(CG) forward until model balances level.
Now you are finished and ready to go fly!
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75. Before you install the Scale Flying Wires,
please review steps 76-79. These next few
steps show how easy it is to remove the
battery hatch with the flying wires installed.
76. Start by removing the flying wires from the
bottom of the fuselage. Then lightly pull the
flying wires until the crimp hits the inside of
the wheel pant.
77. Lightly pull some slack in the upper flying
wires.
78. Lift up battery hatch.
79. And set it aside. All the flying wires are still
attached. No screwdrivers required! Insert
your charged battery, hook the wires to the
wheel pants and you are ready to fly. Easy
as 1-2-3!
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80. We recommend installing the scale flying
wires only if you are an experienced flyer
and will not be flying from grass or rough
runways.
81. This is how the flying wires will look when
you are finished with installation. Use this
photo as an overall guide. There is also a 3view drawing at the back of this manual.
82. Start with the lower forward flying wire.
Insert cable through wheel fairing hole and
around landing gear wire. Then insert back
through same hole.
83. Use a crimp tube to fasten wires. Compress
crimp with needle nose pliers. Then use thin
CA on crimp to secure wires.
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84. Insert sheet metal screw into predrilled hole
in lower surface of wing that is near leading
edge ahead of servo cover.
85. Remove screw and use thin CA in hole to
harden balsa block inside wing.
86. Install sheet metal screw into hole. Loop
cable through crimp tube, around screw,
back though crimp tube and pull cable
lightly until all slack is removed. Compress
crimp tube with pliers and add thin CA to
tube for security. Repeat for opposite wing.
87. Assemble a loop on end of cable and
compress crimp & CA. Install small spring
to loop and attach to forward landing wire
on landing gear.
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88. Insert opposite end of cable through wire
loop on other gear leg and crimp/CA. You
have now completed the forward fixed flying
wire cable.
89. Install four (4) sheet metal screws into
predrilled holes on battery hatch.
90. Use CA glue to harden area around each of
the screws from the inside of battery hatch.
91. Loop long flying wire cable around the
forward battery hatch screw, compress
crimp and CA.
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92. Insert cable through forward flying wire hole
located about halfway out on wing.
93. Insert cable through wheel pant as shown.
(Note: Aft cable is also shown installed in
this photo. Both cables will be routed
though same hole.) Repeat last few steps
for the rear flying wire cable.
94. Install crimp and spring. Loop both ends of
cables as shown. Do not compress crimp
and do not CA quite yet.
95. Install wire connector with sheet metal
screw into balsa landing gear block on
opposite side of fuselage and use thin CA
to secure. Attach spring to this connector.
Lightly pull all slack from fore and aft
cables.
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96. While pulling tension on spring with cable
ends, use needle nose pliers to compress
crimp.
97. Use thin CA to secure crimp and trim away
excess wire.
98. Here is a picture of the steps completed so
far. The dashed and/or color lines represent
each individual cable.
99. Repeat steps 89 thru 95 for opposite wing
flying wires. Make sure to pull slight tension
on spring before compressing crimp and
CA.
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100.
When complete, it should look like this.
101. When removing battery hatch, you will
only have to remove one (or both) of the
spring hooks from the fixed snap rings.
102.
You are now ready to fly!
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Preflight
Whether you are new to flying R/C aircraft or a seasoned modeler, we recommend you
have a fellow R/C modeler help you with the first flight. Some items you will need to
complete on your first preflight are:
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Aircraft assembled correctly and ready for flight.
All control throws and expos are set per this manual.
Transmitter fully charged and on correct model.
Aircraft balances at the recommended location: 2-1/8” (54mm) aft of the wing
Leading Edge.
5. Flight Battery is fully charged and secure.
6. All electronics are operating correctly, proper direction, and secure.
7. Complete a radio Range Check per your radio manual.
8. Balance propeller and make sure it is secure.
9. Wait for a calm or light wind day for first flights.
10. If you are new to R/C flying, consider having an accomplished flyer make the first
flight and trim the aircraft. A buddy-box training system is also very helpful.
Flying
You will soon find out the Pilot-1 Wedell-Williams #44 is a real pleasure to fly. Takeoffs,
landings, and scale aerobatics are easy and well behaved. Landings are best
accomplished by “three-pointing.” This means that all three wheels should touch at the
same time and a little up-elevator is held until the aircraft comes to a complete stop.
You can expect flight times of 7 to12 minutes depending on battery used and throttle
management.
We hope you enjoy your Pilot-1 Wedell-Williams #44 as much as we do!
Happy Landings!
WARNING – THIS IS NOT A TOY!
Radio controlled model aircraft are capable of inflicting serious injury and/or property damage if not assembled, operated, and
maintained in a competent and safe manner. If you are not already experienced with radio controlled models, we strongly sugg est
that you find an experienced modeler to assist you.
Warranty
Hobby-Lobby guarantees this kit to be free from defects in both material and workmanship at the date of purchase. This warranty
does not cover any component parts damaged by use or modification. In no event shall Hobby-Lobby’s liability exceed the original
cost of the purchased kit.
Completely read through this manual before starting construction.
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2008 Official Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety Code
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.
RADIO CONTROL
1. All model flying shall be conducted in a manner to avoid over flight of unprotected people.
2. I will have completed a successful radio equipment ground-range check before the first flight of a
new or repaired model aircraft.
3. I will not fly my model aircraft in the presence of spectators until I become a proficient flier, unless
I am assisted by an experienced pilot.
4. At all flying sites a line must be established, in front of which all flying takes place. Only personnel
associated with flying the model aircraft are allowed at or in front of the line. In the case of
airshows demonstrations straight line must be established. An area away from the line must be
maintained for spectators. Intentional flying behind the line is prohibited.
5. I will operate my model aircraft using only radio-control frequencies currently allowed by the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Only individuals properly licensed by the FCC are
authorized to operate equipment on Amateur Band frequencies.
6. I will not knowingly operate my model aircraft within three (3) miles of any preexisting flying site
without a frequency-management agreement. A frequency management agreement may be an
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allocation of frequencies for each site, a day-use agreement between sites, or testing which
determines that no interference exists. A frequency-management agreement may exist between
two or more AMA chartered clubs, AMA clubs and individual AMA members, or individual AMA
members. Frequency-management agreements, including an interference test report if the
agreement indicates no interference exists, will be signed by all parties and copies provided to
AMA Headquarters.
With the exception of events flown under official AMA rules, no powered model may be flown
outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for the pilot and located at the flightline.
Under no circumstances may a pilot or other person touch a model aircraft in flight while it is still
under power, except to divert it from striking an individual.
Radio-controlled night flying is limited to low-performance model aircraft (less than 100 mph). The
model aircraft must be equipped with a lighting system which clearly defines the aircraft's attitude
and direction at all times.
The operator of a radio-controlled model aircraft shall control it during the entire flight, maintaining
visual contact without enhancement other than by corrective lenses that are prescribed for the
pilot. No model aircraft shall be equipped with devices which allow it to be flown to a selected
location which is beyond the visual range of the pilot.
PARK FLYER SAFE OPERATING RECOMMENDATIONS
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Inspect your model before every flight to make certain it is airworthy.
Be aware of any other radio frequency user who may present an interference problem.
Always be courteous and respectful of other users of your selected flight area.
Choose an area clear of obstacles and large enough to safely accommodate your flying activity.
Make certain this area is clear of friends and spectators prior to launching your aircraft.
Be aware of other activities in the vicinity of your flight path that could cause potential conflict.
Carefully plan your flight path prior to launch.
Abide by any and all established AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code.
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5614 Franklin Pike Circle
Brentwood, TN 37027
1-866-WE-FLY-RC
(1-866-933-5972)
www.hobby-lobby.com
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