PENICUIK & DISTRICT MODEL FLYING ASSOCIATION
RULES

The use of Harlawmoor Flying Field is restricted to members of the P.D.M.F.A. or guests of members who have S.A.A. or other insurance. UNINSURED FLYERS ARE NOT PERMITTED. Guests and visitors must produce proof of insurance before flying.

All members and guests of members using Harlawmoor flying field must be familiar with, and abide by, the S.A.A. safety code and P.D.M.F.A. rules.

Inexperienced student or junior members of the P.D.M.F.A. must seek advice and assistance of an experienced member whilst learning to fly.

NB It is a condition of insurance cover that learner pilots must (after their first solo flight) complete at least five further flights under the supervision of an experienced flyer before being allowed to fly by themselves on a regular basis. The last flight is to be under the direction of a Committee member.

DO NOT fly at any height over the pit area, parked cars, spectators or other pilots. Flying over the road is not encouraged for obvious reasons. Fly with your back to the road.

All pilots should use the designated take-off area during flying sessions and the first turn after take-off should be away from the road, parked cars or passing vehicles.

If model veers towards the road on take-off the take-off must be aborted.

Reckless or careless flying is not allowed.

All pilots must move away from the runway immediately after take-off or landing and go to the designated pilot’s stance or pits.

Before switching on a transmitter each member or guest must ensure that his channel is clear. Pegs bearing channel number and pilot’s name must be attached to the channel number board.

All engines must be effectively silenced. Prolonged engine tuning in the pits is not allowed. Engines must not be tuned on the runway.

All planes must be carried between the pit area and taxi area.

Helicopter training area is situated between runway line and the fence.

Use a mat or suitable protection under the model next to the flight box to prevent fuel contamination of the grass in the pits. Keep the field tidy; remove all litter, broken parts, rubber bands etc. Keep the gate closed and chained. Remember we share the field with animals.

Vehicles must not be turned in the road. Use the area of the Gas Station for turning to prevent fence damage. Quote from farmer: - I can’t stop you from turning in the road, but I can stop you flying!!

Reprinted 18012007