Tokay RC Modelers Flying Field Rules

Field Guests: Guests are always invited to fly with us at our field, or to watch and ask questions. You must have a current AMA card with you to fly as a guest. No AMA card, no flying. Our landlord also requires a signed release of liability. Introduce yourself to any member and they will get you checked out and in the air. You are a guest of TRCM, if you do not act like one, or fly in a unsafe manner, you will be told to leave. There must be a TRCM member present for guest flyers. Guests are welcome to fly on three different days, after which they will be invited to join the club. If the access gate is locked, or open but there are no TRCM members present, the field is closed and no flying is permitted. 

Restrictions: Due to fire hazards, turbine powered aircraft are allowed to fly only with prior approval from a club officer, and only during specific times of the year.  Rockets are not allowed at any time.

Flying Field Rules:

1) Each new member must fly for the first time at the club field with a club member who will
review the club safety and field rules, AMA safety rules, and ascertain that the new member
can adequately and safely fly the aircraft.

2) Guests shall be allowed flying privileges at the club field only if a TRCM member is present
and will assume responsibility to see that club rules are observed. This includes verification
that the guest possesses AMA membership and has signed a TRCM Release of Liability form.
Any guest utilizing the flying field for more than three occasions shall be asked to present
themselves for membership.

3) Complete a satisfactory range check of your equipment, and preflight your plane.

4) NO takeoffs from the pit or taxiway area.

5) Flying is NOT allowed above the Pit and Parking area.

6) DO NOT stand on the Runway while Flying. Use the Pilot’s stations behind the safety barrier.

7) ALWAYS announce your intention for takeoff or landing to the other pilots.

8) Dead stick aircraft have landing priority over all other aircraft. Landing aircraft have priority
over aircraft that are taking off. Be courteous and communicate with the other pilots when
retrieving your aircraft.

9) Engines will only be run at the Start Up Area and the Run Up area only.

10) Mufflers are REQUIRED on all Aircraft. (Electric is exempt).

11) Alcoholic beverages are NOT permitted on the field at any time.

12) NO Smoking.

13) The last person to leave the field will lock the gate.

14) The Safety Officer and all members will ensure compliance with these rules.