CODE OF PRACTICE

All Sites

Because the flying of model aircraft can be DANGEROUS every member must adopt a responsible attitude and only fly within their capability.

Crops must not be damaged.

Gates must be closed after use.

Litter, or debris from damaged models must not be left on the sites.

The noise emission from any model must not exceed 82db(A), and every attempt should be made to reduce emissions to below 79db(A). Noise readings shall be taken in a maximum force 2 wind with the model 7 metres downwind of the meter and 1.2 metres above the ground, as follows:-

i) nose of the model facing meter
ii) port side of the model facing meter
iii) starboard side of the model facing meter
iv) tail of the model facing meter

Powered models should only be launched from a point on the appropriate runway and as far away from noise sensitive premises as is practicable.

Models should not be flown closer to any noise sensitive premises that 250 metres and, except during take-off and landing, should not fly any closer to noise sensitive premises than their launch point.

Transmitters must not be switched on without displaying their channel identification and having the correct peg on the frequency control peg-board.

Always check that there is no landing approach in progress before proceeding to the take-off point.

Once airborne stand clear of the strip as soon as possible and get to the flight line with other pilots.

Do not overfly the pits or flight line at low altitudes.

Make clear to other pilots your intention to land in good time.

Permitted flying hours are as stated for the individual sites.

The transmitter frequencies for flying at the Club are as stated for individual sites.

Rugby Club

No flying shall take place when the field is in use for other organised activities.

Do not take cars onto the field.

Every effort must be made not to overfly the school (especially when it is in use), the Leisure Centre or its car park, any adjacent sports ground, or the Jackmans estate.

Do not use the playing surfaces (other than behind the touch line, or the designated runway on the practice pitch at the east end of the site), unless it is vital in the interest of safety.

Due care should be observed at all times. Members should be aware of, and use, the pits, flight line, and runway appropriate to the wind direction.

Do not take off such that your model passes close to the pilot flight line.

Do not fly your model at speed in close proximity to the flight line.

Wilbury Hill Farm

The site is for flying silent models only. The acceptance of any model at this site is subject to the judgement of its noise emission by a Committee member.

Models should not overfly the farm buildings, caravan site, or adjacent houses at low level.

Flying times: Any time.

Insurance

All members are insured against third party claims arising from the flying of model aircraft. Third parties include other members.

Maximum cover is £1,000,000 subject to an excess of £100. Damage to model aircraft is excluded.

Cover extends to the use of sites other than our own flying fields.

In the event of an accident you should: