lmacrules

WELCOME TO THE LMAC AIRFIELD

This airfield is provided by the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government (LFUCG) for the exclusive purpose of flying model aircraft

The Lexington Model Airplane Club (LMAC) is responsible for the SAFE OPERATION of the airfield. Their responsibilities Includes CONTROL and SUPERVISION of all Flight activities.

The airfield is available to LMAC members and guests for model aircraft use. Any model flier may fly at the facility, but only under the supervision and control of the CLUB (LMAC) and in accordance with the following policy:

( I ) All fliers must have AMA (Academy of Model Aeronautics) insurance in order to fly at the facility.

( II ) Non-club members must be guests of and accompanied by a club member in order to fly.

All airfield users must observe the following Rules and Guidelines:

- RULES POSTED AT FIELD
- GENERAL LFUCG RULES - Attachment #1 and Exhibit A.Click for image
- AMA SAFETY RULES - Attachment #2 click for pdf
- FIELD-OPEPERATION SAFETY RULES - Attachment # 3a
- FREQUENCY - OPERATION AND CONTROL RULES – Attachment # 3b

Every airfield user has the responsibility to KNOW, OBSERVE and ENFORCE these rules and guidelines. Any member observing another flyer not observing the above 4 sets of rules, should point out to that individual what they are doing wrong. If that person continues to operate in an unsafe manner, then they should be reported to the Board of Directors for their action.

More information can be obtained about the LMAC Airfield, the LEXINGTON MODEL AIRPLANE CLUB or the flying hobby by contacting any LMAC member. The LMAC OFFICERS posted here. Or you may visit our WEB site at www.lmacky.org

RULES POSTED AT FIELD

ALL FLYERS MUST READ AND FOLLOW

FIELD RULES FOR LEXINGTON MODEL AIRPLANE CLUB FACILITY.

All Members must be AMA insured in order to fly at the LMAC facility. Non-Members must be accompanied by a club member in order to fly.

All transmitters must be OFF and IMPOUNDED immediately upon arrival at the LMAC flying facility. NO EXCEPTIONS.

Aircraft must point toward the runway when starting. No one should stand in front of the aircraft when testing engines.

Aircraft may be taxied out of the pit area (toward the runway), but may not be taxied toward the pit area.

All aircraft, including helicopters, must takeoff and be flown from the asphalt or grass runway – not from the pit side of the runway.
The centerline of the active runway should be used as the takeoff point for all aircraft. If the active runway is the asphalt runway, it is permissible for helicopters to use the East end of the grass crosswind runway or the U-Control Circle for hovering practice.

With the exception of events flown under AMA Competition rules, after launch, except for pilots or helpers being used, no powered model may be flown closer than 25 feet to any person.
ABSOLUTELY NO FLYING OVER THE PITS AREA or PARKING LOT. Take Offs and Landing are to be done from the active runway. Flying maybe accomplished using the crosswind runway as a reference when wind and/or sun glare is a factor.

All fliers are to stand at the flying positions when flying if more than one aircraft is active. A flier may stand on or adjacent to the runway only for takeoff or landing.
Fliers should only cross the runway as required to retrieve a downed aircraft.

When more than one aircraft is flying, a right-hand or left-hand pattern (depending on the wind direction) should be agreed too. A spotter is also recommended.
A flier must alert other fliers when going to fly Pattern, Hot Dog, or Hovering Maneuvers which must be done over grass runway.

Fliers must call out activities that include Takeoff, Landing, Dead Stick, and Crossing the runway to retrieve an aircraft.
This must be done LOUD enough to alert all Pilots.

HIGH SPEED PASSES ARE NOT ALLOWED OVER THE ASPHALT RUNWAY. Aircraft should be at least 100 feet beyond the Active runway.

Low speed passes and “touch and go’s” can be done on and over the runway, but other fliers must be alerted.

Frequency Number must be displayed on the transmitter antenna.

A pilot must take turns flying and must not tie up a channel or flying position for over 20 minutes during a “turn”.
When a pilot desires to fly and the pilot’s channel is not currently in use, the pilot’s current AMA license must be placed in the channel IN USE position.
Then the pilot’s transmitter may be removed from the transmitter impound stand and used to fly.

Every Person has the responsibility to KNOW, OBSERVE, and ENFORCE these rules and guidelines. Any member observing another flyer not observing the above set of rules, should point out to the individual what they are doing wrong. If that person continues to operate in an unsafe matter, then they should be reported
to the Board of Directors for their actions.

If an aircraft lands or crashes on the landfill facility during landfill business hours, the club should contact LFUCG personnel at the scale house and the landfill operator will be summoned to retrieve the aircraft. It the aircraft lands or crashes on the landfill facility at a time outside the normal business hours for the landfill,
the club should contact the landfill operator at 859-330-9758 to arrange for the retrieval of the aircraft.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS and INFORMATION
Address for LMAC Field 4200 Hedger Lane                                                                                 LANDFILL OPERATOR PHONE NUMBER 859-330-9758
                        Coordinates for field :   W 84 17' 39"
                                                                  N 38 03' 13"

General LFUCG Agreement - Attachment # 1

1. The Club recognizes and acknowledges that the LFUCG currently operates a permitted landfill facility on property adjacent to the premises and along its northern boundary. Landfill regulations require that a certified landfill operator be on site when any persons are present on the permitted facility. The landfill facility is currently open, with a certified operator present, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and from 7:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays. If an aircraft lands or crashes on the landfill facility, the Club shall contact LFUCG personnel at the scale house and the landfill operator will be summoned to retrieve the aircraft. If the aircraft lands or crashes on the landfill facility at a time outside normal operating hours for the landfill, the Club shall contact the landfill operator at 330-9758 to arrange for retrieval of the aircraft. Any entry upon the permitted operational landfill facility in violation of the above procedures, shall be deemed a breach of the Agreement and a default which may result in immediate termination pursuant to paragraph 7.
2. The Club recognizes and acknowledges that the barn and area adjacent thereto, on the northwest boundary of the premises, is subject to a prior leasehold agreement. This Agreement, in no way, authorizes any entry upon said premises and the Club acknowledges that any unauthorized entry on said area may constitute a trespass.
3. The Club recognizes and acknowledges that the property adjacent to the premises on the south side is not owned by the PFC or LFUCG and is privately held. This Agreement, in no way, authorizes any entry upon said property and the Club acknowledges that any unauthorized entry upon said area may constitute a trespass.
4. Garbage and refuse containers shall be provided by the Club for the premises and shall be properly maintained. The Club shall regularly and properly dispose of the contents of said containers.
5. The Club shall not maintain merchandise, advertisements or decorations on the premises. Identification/directional signs may be placed at Rockwell Road and Hedger Lane and at the premises gate entrance upon prior written consent of the LFUCG.
6. There shall be no stopping or parking on Hedger Lane.
7. The Club shall provide the LFUCG with complete written schedules in advance of meets, events, fly-ins or other meetings planned for the premises.
8. No alcoholic beverages shall be permitted on the premises.
9. No gambling in any form shall be permitted on the premises.
10. No fires shall be permitted on the premises.
11. No firearms or air weapons shall be permitted on the premises.
12. No overnight camping shall be permitted on the site without specified prior written approval of the Lexington-Fayette Urban County Government.
13. No flammable materials or hazardous materials of any type shall be stored or maintained on the premises.
14. The LFUCG and PFC reserve the right to make such rules and regulations, as in their judgment may from time to time be needed for safety, care and cleanliness of the premises and for the preservation of good order therein, subject to the terms of the Agreement.

LMAC AIRFIELD
FIELD – OPERATION SAFETY GUIDELINES
ATTACHMENT 3a

- Aircraft may be taxied out of the pit area ( toward the runway ), but may not be taxied toward the pit area.
- All aircraft, including helicopters, must takeoff and be flown from the asphalt or grass runway – not from the pit side of the runway.
The centerline of the active runway should be used as the takeoff point for all aircraft. If the active runway is the asphalt runway, it is permissible for helicopters to use the East end of the grass crosswind runway or the U-Control Circle for hovering practice.
- Engine break-in or extensive running of an engine should not be done in the vicinity of the shelter or other flyers.
- All fliers are to stand at the flying positions when flying if more than one aircraft is active. A flier may stand on or adjacent to the runway only for takeoff or landing. Filers should only cross the runway as required to retrieve a downed aircraft.
- Fliers must call out activities that include Takeoff, Landing, Dead Stick, Crossing the runway to retrieve an aircraft. This must be Loud enough to alert all fliers.
- Low speed passes and "touch and go 's” can be done on and over the runway, but other flyers must be alerted.
- High Speed passes are not allowed over the runway. Aircraft should be at least 100 feet beyond the asphalt runway.
- Aircraft must be pointed toward the runway when starting. No one should stand in front of the aircraft when testing ( running - up ) engines.
- When more than one aircraft is flying, a right-hand or left-hand pattern (depending on the wind direction) should be agreed too. A spotter is also recommended. A flier must alert other fliers when going to fly Pattern, Hot Dog, or Hovering Maneuvers which must be done over grass runway.
- Pets must be under owners control at all times. They are not allowed to wander into the active flying area, which is beyond the flight line (see AMA Safety Rules Diagram).
- Flying during grass mowing or other maintenance is to be coordinated with the person doing the grass mowing or other maintenance to the field.

LMAC AIRFIELD
FREQUENCY - OPERATION AND CONTROL GUIDELINES
ATTACHMENT 3b

OPERATION effective June 1, 2000

- Any pilot flying must have a valid AMA License.
- Only RC equipment meeting AMA and FCC regulations is permitted (AMA Rule #4). If there Is any doubt about equipment ask a LMAC member for clarification.
- All FCC "AIR" Channels are permitted (AMA Rule #4).
- A flyer can fly from any open position.

FREQUENCY CONTROL

- Flyer's transmitter must be OFF and Impounded Immediately upon arrival at the field.
- The frequency control board has two AMA Card positions for each channel number.
1. Channel In Use - Transmitter out of Impound
2. Waiting for channel - Transmitter Impounded
- When a pilot desires to fly and the pilot’s channel is currently in use, the pilot’s current AMA license must be stacked in the WAITING for channel position. The pilot’s transmitter must remain in the impound.
- When a pilot desires to fly and the pilot’s channel is not currently in use, the pilot’s current AMA license must be placed in the channel IN USE position. The pilot’s transmitter may be removed from the Impound and used.
- A pilot must take turns flying and must not tie up a channel or flying position for over 20 minutes during a "turn".
- Frequency Numbers must be displayed on the transmitter antenna. A ribbon attached to antenna Is also suggested to monitor wind direction.