Top Flite TOPA0400 - Manual (Page 56)

3. Where established, I will abide by the safely
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.
7. I will not fly my model unless it is identified with
my name and address or AMA number, on or in
the model.
9. I will not operate models with pyrotechnics (any
device that explodes, burns, or propels a projectile
or 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. 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.
IMAA SAFETY CODE (excerpts)
DEFINITION:
For the purpose of the following IMAA Safety
Code, the term Giant Scale shall refer to radio
controlled model aircraft, either scale or non-scale,
which have a wingspan of 80 inches or more for
monoplanes and 60 inches or more for multi-
winged model aircraft and have a ramp weight
(fueled and ready to fly) of 55 lbs. or less.
Section 1.0: SAFETY STANDARD
1.1 Adherence to Code: This safety code is to be
strictly followed.
1.2 The most current AMA Safety Code in effect is
to be observed. However, the competition sections
of the code may be disregarded.
Section 3.0: SAFETY CHECK
3.4 Flight Testing: All Giant Scale R/C aircraft are
to have been flight tested and flight trimmed with a
minimum of six 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 Inspection form
by the pilot (or owner) shall document as fact that
each aircraft has been successfully flight-tested and
proven airworthy prior to an IMAA event.
Section 5.0: EMERGENCY ENGINE SHUT OFF
(kill switch)
5.1 All magneto spark ignition engines must have a
coil grounding switch on the aircraft to stop the
engine. This will also prevent accidental starting of
the engine. This switch shall be readily available to
both pilot and helper. This switch is to be operated
manually and without the use of the Radio System.
5.2 Engines with battery powered ignition systems
must have a switch to turn off the power from the
battery pack to disable the engine from firing. This
will also prevent accidental starting of the engine.
This switch shall be readily available to both pilot
and helper. This switch shall be operated manually
and without the use of the Radio System.
5.3 There must also be a means to stop the engine
from the transmitter. The most common method is
to close the carburetor throat completely using
throttle trim, however, other methods are
acceptable. This requirement applies to all
glow/gas ignition engines regardless of size.
Section 6.0: RADIO REQUIREMENTS
6.1 All transmitters must be FCC type certified.
6.2 FCC Technician or higher-class license required
for 6 meter band operation only.
Additional General Recommendations
Servos need to be of a rating capable to handle the
loads that the control surfaces impose upon the
servos. Standard servos are not recommended for
control surfaces. Servos should be rated heavy-duty.
For flight-critical control functions a minimum of
45 inch/ounces of torque should be considered. This
should be considered a minimum for smaller aircraft
and higher torque servos are strongly encouraged for
larger aircraft. The use of one servo for each aileron
and one for each stabilizer half is strongly
recommended. Use of dual servos is also
recommended for larger aircraft.
On-board batteries shall be 1000 mAh up to
20 lbs., 1200 mAh to 30 lbs., 1800 mAh to 40 lbs.
and 2000 mAh over 40 lbs. flying weight. The
number and size of servos, size and loads on
control surfaces, and added features should be
considered as an increase to these minimums.
Batteries should be able to sustain power to the
onboard radio components for a minimum of one
hour total flying time before recharging.
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