| CLUB BYLAWS & SAFETY RULES |
| New River R/C Modelers Safety Rules GROUND RULES 1. Flying is restricted to club members and their guests, provided they have a current AMA membership. 2. Cars must be parked in the designated areas only. 3. It is strongly recommended that members do not fly alone. 4. On arrival at the field, the frequency board shall be marked before operating. 5. Flight boxes and models being prepared for flight shall be restricted to the pit area. 6. Shelters may not be used as a pit area for the purpose of running of engines or break-in of engines. 7. When engines are run up to full throttle in the pits, keep bystanders out of the propeller arc. 8. Extended running of engines for break-in purposes in the pits is not allowed. 9. Do not aim prop wash at other modelers or their models. 10. Spectators are welcome but must remain in the designated area. 11. Anything you bring to the flying field shall be removed when you depart. 12. Pets shall be confined to the spectator area. 13. Children are not permitted beyond the spectator area unless under the direct supervision of an adult. 14. Members must display a club identification card. 15. Two violations of any of the Flight Rules will lead to flying privilege being suspended for the day. This will be at the discretion of any club officer at the field or in absents of a club officer, three club members 16. Arguments or altercations will NOT be tolerated at the flying field; automatic suspension of flying privilege for the day will be imposed. Incident will be reviewed by the club President for further possible action. This rule applies to flying or non-flying club activies. FLIGHT RULES 1. Taxing a model through the pit area is prohibited. 2. Takeoffs and landings must be made only on the active runway in a direction into the wind. 3. Hand launching is permitted only from the designated area, not from the pits. 4. If a model must be carried out onto the runway for a takeoff, this intention must be previously announced to any other pilots. Members pursuing this practice must promptly clear the runway when the model is released. 5. Pilots must stand only in the marked “pilots box”. Only pilots, instructors and spotters are permitted to stand in the pilots box. 6. No person shall stand on the edge of the runway. 7. All takeoff and landing attempts shall be previously announced to other fliers. 8. A landing aircraft has the right of way over any aircraft taking off. 9. A “dead stick” aircraft has the right of way over all others. 10. When an engine goes dead in flight, shout “dead stick” loudly several times to warn others of the impending landing. 11. In any case of model malfunction in the air (radio or mechanical) promptly announce the problem to the other fliers in a loud voice. 12. Any person wishing to retrieve a model from the runway shall previously announce this intention to other filers. 13. No engine restarts shall be made on the runway. 14. There shall be no flying over the pits, spectator area, parking lot ( or any area where people are permitted to congregate). 15. Low fly-pasts are not permitted closer to the pilots box than 25 ft. 16. No hovering is permitted at or near the flight line unless performed directly in front of your pilot station. All other hovering and 3D maneuvers will be performed out towards the middle of the flying field and AWAY from the flight line and other pilots. 17. No more than 5 models are permitted in the air at once. 18. There shall be no flying before daybreak or after dark. 19. There shall be no flying during runway mowing operations. 20. No person shall attempt to fly a model without being accompanied by an instructor unless they have reached the minimum flight proficiency level. 21. Gasoline fueled modelers shall have a fire extinguisher in their pit area. New River R/C Modelers Bylaws Date: REVISED May 11, 2008 ARTICLE 1: NAME A. The formal name of this organization shall be “New River R/C Modelers” and it shall be also know and designated by the short title “NRRCM”. B. The location of the flight field is Sod Pro sod farm Riggs Rd., Hubert,NC ARTICLE 2: OBJECTIVES The objectives of this club shall be and not limited too: A: To promote the design, construction and operation of radio controlled models. B: To promote the free exchange of ideas among members and other organizations of like purpose. C: To promote new members. D: To contribute to the sport, fellowship and the enjoyment of radio controlled models. ARTICLE 3: OFFICERS The officers of this organization shall consist of a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, Treasurer and a Safety Officer ARTICLE 4: DUTIES OF OFFICERS A: President: The President shall: : Preside at all meetings : Appoint committees as necessary : Act as executive officer of the organization B: Vice-President: The Vice-President shall: : Assume the duties of the President during the absence of the President. : Act as chairman of all permanent committees : Be responsible for the maintenance of the club membership records C: Secretary: The Secretary shall: : Keep a record of all meetings : Carry on any necessary correspondence : Keep any other records necessary to this office D: Treasurer: The Treasurer shall be responsible for: : Collecting of dues : Collecting any money owed to the organization : Paying out of the treasury any money owed by the organization : Keep adequate financial records : Make monthly financial reports E: Safety Officer: The Safety Officer: : Shall develop NRRCM field rules that are in accordance with the AMA Safety Code and ensure that these rules are posted at field : Is empowered to order any individual to cease any unsafe operations : May prohibit the operation of any aircraft, which would pose a safety threat at that time (examples: test flights at contests or under crowded conditions, operation with obviously questionable radio and flight of a aircraft beyond the abilities of the pilot) This does not preclude testing of new or repaired or unusual aircraft when there is no likely threat to other fliers or spectators : In the event of repeated disregard of the NRRCM Field Rules may recommend to the President that disciplinary measures be taken : At meets or contests may conduct safety inspections of all aircraft prior to first flight at the event : May appoint deputies to assist in establishing a safe operating environment ARTICLE 5: AUDIT A: The President or his appointees will make a periodic audit of the Treasurers books ARTICLE 6: ELECTIONS, NOMINATIONS AND TERM OF OFFICE A: Officers for each year will be elected at the December club meeting. The officers to be elected are: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and Safety Officer. B: If there are two candidates for an office a majority of votes cast will determine the winner. If there are more then two candidates, the candidate receiving more than 50% percent of the votes cast will win. If there is no majority the two candidates receiving the most votes will compete in a run-off ballot. C: Written, secret ballots will be used. To cast a vote the voter must have paid all dues for membership to the club. D: The term of office for all officers is one year, commencing at the January meeting and ending at the next January meeting of the following year. E: If the President is unable to complete his term of office the Vice- President shall assume the Presidency. If any other officer is unable to complete his term of office the President shall appoint a successor to serve out the un-expired term. ARTICLE 7: MEMBERSHIP A: There are 4 classes of membership: :1. Open Membership: 19 years of age and above :2. Family Membership: Members of the immediate family of an Open Membership member :3. Youth Membership: Up to the age of 18 years of age, with a parent’s Signature :4. Associate Membership: Proof of membership with another club needed. ARTICLE 8: DUES A: Effective January 1st. of each year dues to NRRCM are due, a grace period of 31 days is allowed for the collection of dues by the Treasurer. B: Open members who join at any time other than January 1st. will pay dues pro-rated at 1/12 the annual dues per month for the balance of the year. C: All other classes of membership will pay the entire dues regardless of the date of joining. D: Open members who are late paying their dues on the January 1st. deadline, must still pay the entire yearly dues amount. Only three guest visits to the flying field are allowed during the current year unless membership dues are paid in full. E: Membership Amounts : 1. Open Membership: $40.00 Per Year : 2. Family Membership: $10.00 Per Year (per family member) : 3. Youth Membership: $20.00 Per Year : 4. Associate Membership: $25.00 Per Year (proof of membership with another club needed.) ARTICLE 9: ALL MEMBERS OF NRRCM SHALL: A: Be a member in good standing of the Academy of Model Aeronautics. Provide AMA membership each year. B: Not violate any of NRRCM club or field rules, the standards of good sportsmanship or good conduct at any meetings or flying session. In the event of alleged violation of this section the following procedure will be followed: : 1.It is the responsibility of each club member to bring any observed serious violations of the field rules or conduct detrimental to the club in general to the attention of the President, or the Vice-President or the Safety Officer who will refer the matter to the President. The matter will be held in the strictest confidence and not to be discussed with anyone not involved. : 2. If the President deems the incident to be of sufficient importance, or is a repeated offence he may appoint an Investigating Committee comprising of 3 club members, one and only one of which must be either the Vice-President or the Safety Officer. The complainant must be prepared to meet with the accused person. NO ANONYMOUS COMPLAINTS will be considered. : 3. The Investigating Committee will exist for 30 days or until it submits it’s report, whichever occurs first and then will be dissolved. : 4. The Investigating Committee will investigate the incident, first interviewing the complainant, then any witnesses and finally discuss the matter with the person accused of the infraction. During the investigation the accused person may request a meeting with the complainant and the witnesses. The accused will be given an opportunity to respond to any and all accusations and will be treated in a courteous manner at all times during the investigation. The committee will not discuss an ongoing or completed investigation with anyone except the individuals involved. The recommendations of the committee will be communicated only to the President. : 5. The only actions that may be recommended are: 5a: No action 5b. Formal letter of warning 5c. Suspension for 30 days 5d. Expulsion from club : 6. The report will include a record of the votes of the three committee members. : 7. If expulsion from the club is the recommendation, the President will make an appropriate motion at the next regularly scheduled club meeting. The report of the Investigating Committee will be presented so that the members present may make an informed decision. A secret ballot will be taken, expulsion requires a two-thirds vote from the paid members whom are present at that meeting. : 8. An ex-member who has been expelled may apply for membership under ARTICLE 10 of these By-Laws after a period of one year from the date of expulsion. ARTICLE 10: APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP An applicant for membership shall: : 1. Be an active radio control modeler. : 2. Show proof of membership in AMA. ARTICLE 11: MEETINGS A: Meetings shall be held monthly on the 2nd Monday of each month except when a holiday interferes. Date, time and place of the meetings shall be annound in the club meeting minutes. B: The President may, at his option call special meetings. C: Meetings will be conducted in accordance with Roberts Rules of Order (RRO). The Secretary will take minutes of all business conducted at the meeting. ARTICLE 12: COMMITTEES A: The President has the power to appoint any committee, both standing and temporary as he sees fit. ARTICLE 13: ALCOHOL POLICY A: No alcoholic beverages are permitted at any time at the NRRCM flying site. The NRRCM flying site comprises the flying field, the flight line, the pit area, the spectator area and the parking area. For the purpose of this policy alcoholic beverages includes beer, wine and liquor. ARTICLE 14: NO FIGHTING A: No fighting at the field, this includes pushing, shoving, extreme language or throwing a punch. Automatic suspension of flying privilege for the day will be imposed. Incidents will be reviewed by the club President for further possible action. This rule applies to flying or non-flying club activities. ARTICLE 15: AMENDMENTS A: Amendments to the By-Laws may be considered at any club meeting. Changes to By- Laws may be affected by a simple majority vote of the members present at any club meeting, provided that the proposed change has been presented in the minutes of a prior meeting. |