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Page 1 Volume 36, Number 12
VOLUME 36, NUMBER 12 December 2011
Hello
AVTI mem-
bers, it is that
time of year
now that we
all need to
renew our
AMA. When
you do,
please let
Tony
Frackowiak know so his records can be updated.
This month has been a busy one for all of us
the club. We
had our an-
nual Christ-
mas party
and the
Christmas
Airshow.
The airshow
was a com-
plete suc-
cess with
around 200 spectators passing through and about 25
members participating in one way or another. There
were tow guests of the club; Kirt Campbell from
Bakersfield and Rob Walden from Mesa Arizona.
Both pilots impressed the spectators with a great
show; putting there large 40% aircraft through some
amazing maneuvers.
Don Chaffee kept the crowd informed while
a couple members acted as ambassadors explaining
our hobby. Joe Dagata did some training with the
flight sims while Pete Carbin did some buddy-boxing.
Also I watched Lou Munoz talking up our hobby with
spectators. Tony Frackowiak coordinated the flying
with great success while Doug Killebrew provided
food and a great racing demo. Dick Skoglund and
Roger Counts did some scale flying with there Ein-
deckers and many others brought models to be dis-
played. At one point we had no less than 13 models
flying at one time. Not to be left out I did some heli-
copter stuff and rocket launches. One launch ended
with my rocket in the dump, thankfully one of the
spectators retrieved my model.
Everybody who participated did a great job,
around $800 in merchandise and a little over $200
were donated to the Kid’s Charity of the Antelope Val-
ley. Great Job AVTI!
Latest Tailwinds
Derek Abramson, Editor
Kirt Campbel on a nice low knife edge pass
at the airshow’
Dick Skoglund’s very nice Space Walker
Doug Killebrew readies his F1 Racer with
the assistance from Mack Moffat
Page 2 Volume 36, Number 12
AVTI SCHEDULE OF MEETINGS AND EVENTS
January 2012
5 7:00 pm
AVTI General Meeting WJF
Please Note Time Change
January 2012
6-8
23 6:00 pm
AMA Expo, Ontario Convention Center
AVTI BOD Meeting Sumoski Residence
February 2012
9 7:00 pm
TBD
AVTI General Meeting WJF
AVTI Heli-Classic
AVTI HISTORY
Bob Sumoski will be updating the AVTI History
page located on the club's website http://
www.avti.org/. Any pictures, newspaper or maga-
zine articles, event fliers that you may have would
be welcome. Oral history (stories) would also be
welcome. Materials would be returned if request-
ed. Bob Sumoski, 661-945-2410, robertfsu-
By-Laws Committee
Members can contact any committee member
with suggestions, corrections or additions to the
Constitution and By-Laws (as amended 11/14/09).
Committee members, Roger Counts, Bob Sumoski
and Mike Greear.
AVTI Christmas Airshow Flight Line Jim Whitacre’s 3-d bird at the AVTI Christmas Airshow
Doug Killebrew Speaking at the AVTI Christmas Party
Roger Counts’s Giant Ugly Stik
Page 3 Volume 36, Number 12
President’s Message
Hello Members
First of all, a big thank you to all of the club
members and invited guests that came out
to support the Christmas Air Show and
brought a toy or gave a cash donation. The
weather gods were good to us this year and
gave us a beautiful day and we thank them
also. From simulators to buddy cords, there
were smiles on kids faces that was great to
see. When it was all done, 3 tables were
filled with toys and even some cash dona-
tions were taken for the Kids of the Antelope
Valley Charity. Everyone who showed up
helped in some way or another and I wit-
nessed team effort along with genuine kind-
ness from all. As we finish out 2011 and
blast into the new year, let’s continue that
theme of helping each other out and really
have a great new year….
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!!!
Be Safe..
Doug
The Christmas Air Show was blessed
with perfect weather and it seemed like everyone
had a great time. Kirt Campbell and his friend
Rob Walden put on some great flying with their
40% IMAC and 3D models. Unfortunately Kent
Nogy wasn’t able to make it as he got busy at
work, but the club members stepped up and
filled in well. We even had a visit from my friend
Keith with his 1/5 scale gas truck. I think the
tire marks are still on the runway! Thanks to all
who flew and participated. I think the level that
we did for this show was just about right. It
seems whenever we try to ramp it up to a bigger
show we get blown out. My guess is we collected
about $800 worth of toys and there was over
$200 in cash donations, so we helped some kids
in the valley have a better Christmas. That
should make everyone feel better about the holi-
days.
This newsletter has a copy of the new
proposed Field Regulations. My job as the Safety
Officer meant I had to start working on updating
the regulations for today’s flying. With a lot of
input from the other members of the Board of
Directors I think we have a very good set of
rules. Our goal is to make sure that our field will
always be open to all kinds of Aero-modelling. I
believe these rules do just that. I think our mem-
bers want everyone to enjoy all aspects of the
hobby. With Waste Management providing the
property and with the hard work over the many
years by AVTI and its members, we are blessed
with a fantastic facility that allows a wide range
of flying. Being open to all types of models just
makes us a better club.
So please review the proposed Regula-
tions. We will discuss them at the next meeting
and hopefully we can move on to voting on them
in February.
Here’s wishing everyone a great Holiday
Season and a very Happy New Year!
Hope to see you at the field!
Tony Frackowiak
661-992-1529
VP’s Message
Hello AVTI members!
There was a lot of great activity this
month. The Christmas Party went very well
with a good turnout and some great gifts. I hope
everyone had a great time and will let us know
if you’d like to return to Vince’s next year.
Page 4 Volume 36, Number 12
Treasurer’s Report of 12/15/2011 Compiled by Tony Frackowiak
Checking Account Balance $ 7,978.04
AVTI Flying Field Reserve $ 14,351.13
Financial Assets $ 22,329.17
Income for November –105.50
Expenses for November - $326.56
Total dues collected for 2011/2012, as of 8/30/11 -
$4,797.50
Current Membership Total -83 Members
New Members for 2011/2012 -19 Members
Members not Renewed for 2011/2012 -18 Members
As a reminder, your AMA dues must be re-newed by January 1st of 2012 to retain your club privi-leges. You can go online at www.modelaircraft.org to renew, or mail in your renewal using the forms the AMA has sent you. If you would drop me an email to let me know you have renewed I would appreciate it!
Thanks!
Letter From the Editor:
Derek Abramson
Hello fellow AVTI members. Another
year has passed us by quickly and quietly. But
recently, there have been some “suggesting”
that Helicopter and 3-D flyers should be more
“regulated” when fixed wing aircraft are
“present” at the field. The “regulating” would
be the requirement of the noted flying styles be
limited only to the helicopter area or the South
flying area thereby relegating us Helicopter
and 3-D flyers to another section of the field .
This I feel would not be beneficial to the club in
anyway. The club’s strength comes from sever-
al things; the love of the hobby, the diversity of
the hobby and the camaraderie of the members
with similar interests. I would like to focus on
the latter two points.
This hobby is diverse and this club has
strived to be accepting of each facet that this
hobby provides. This is actually unusual with
RC clubs. Many clubs only cater to certain ven-
ues; Lost Hills only allows Free Flight, While
Huntsville Helis only allows the helicopter
side. This is not what our club is all about.
Our club’s strength comes from our diverse
group of fliers with open minds. Myself, I fly
all aspects and instruct regularly at the field.
A regulation such as this would be detrimental
to my flying and instructing
The friendships that are formed at the
field usually become lifelong, as the saying goes
“Birds of a feather tend to flock together”. This
is evident here at AVTI. We as members do
not only come out to fly, but we come out to
talk about something we all love. We also come
out to explore this hobby and see what this
hobby has to offer. This includes 3-D flying
and Helicopters. If, as a group, Helicopters and
3-D flying are “only” allowed to fly in another
section which is about 1500 feet away, the so-
cial aspect and aircraft diversity disappears as
with the personal diversity we enjoy. Addition-
ally, one can not expect to have a 30% 3-D air-
craft flying out of the helicopter area, or the
south area. Our less mobile members would
not be able to participate in a facet of the hobby
they enjoy due to lack of access. These are all
steps backwards for the club. Is this what we
want as a club.
Helicopters and 3-D flying are indeed
completely different than just regular flying;
Smith Bros. - Gift Certificates $(100.00)
Transfer to Field Fund $(40.00)
Xmas Party Gift $(73.92)
Gasoline $(20.03)
Smith Bros. - Christmas Party Gifts $(112.61)
Smith Bros. - Christmas Party Gifts $(20.00)
Page 5 Volume 36, Number 12
that does not mean we need to completely al-
ienate the two aspects. Although their respec-
tive flight envelopes are different; we could
and have easily shared airspace. Good com-
munication is necessary as it is always con-
cerning flying our models. Myself I do not fly
my helicopters when others are in the air, but
if someone comes out while I am up, we merely
de-conflict. I have been doing that for several
years with no problems. Helicopters or 3-D fly-
ing on the main runway is no different than
low inverted passes over the runway. Good
communication and common courtesy are es-
sential.
This hobby we all enjoy brought us all
together. This is why Antelope Valley Tail-
winds has a premier facility for all types of
aero-modeling, this includes RC, Pattern, Heli-
copters, Control Line, 3-D, Rocketry, and Free
Flight. All at one facility. The diversity that
we enjoy here, from contest winning flyers to
total beginners flying both Helicopters and
Airplanes makes Antelope Valley Tailwinds a
shining jewel in the desert.
Note: This is my personal opinion.
I hope to see everybody at the field, until then
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Derek Abramson
Editor/Webmaster
Barkley’s Safety Tip
Hey guys!
It has been another great month at the field! That Air Show at the field sure had me excited! So many people and all that flying! I didn’t see a single model get broken the whole day. You guys are get-ting good! We’ve been getting some colder weather here lately. I love it, but then I’m covered in black fur! One thing you do want to watch out for is getting your LiPo batteries cold. If you leave them out in your car or in a cold garage they’re not going to have that great power when you do go to fly them. Could be a surprise to you right after take-off. The ESC’s might start shutting the power down sooner then you think. Try to keep those batteries in a warmer spot or at least try to get their temperature up before using them. I’ve seen my boss putting them on the dash of his old van to get them a little warm. Hope you get what you want for Christmas! I have been asking for a new tennis ball. They really keep me happy!
No Minutes to report from the last General
meeting. We will vote on the November Minutes
at the January Meeting.
Please Review the Field Regulations .
Derek Abramson
Bob Sumoski manning the donation jar at the airshow
Page 6 Volume 36, Number 12
Antelope Valley Tailwinds Inc. AMA Charter #114
P.O. Box 302, Lancaster, CA 93584
A.V.T.I. Roster of Current Officers
(2011)
President: Douglas Killebrew; 400-5636;
Vice-President: Tony Frackowiak; 992-1529;
Treasurer: Tony Frackowiak; 992-1529;
Secretary: Derek Abramson
Board Members: Robert Sumoski:
Bob Childress:
Preston Knepper; 886-0272;
Field Marshal: Preston Knepper; 886-0272;
Safety Officer: Tony Frackowiak; 992-1529;
Webmaster: Derek Abramson; 917-9863;
Newsletter Editor: Derek Abramson; 917-9863;
Flight Instructors: Derek Abramson, 917-9863
Tony Frackowiak 992-1529
Peter Carbin; 723-4830
Daniel Garrabrant; 945-3789
* Membership Meeting *
AVTI General Membership meeting January 5, 2012
7:00 PM (Note Time Change)
* Board of Directors Meeting *
January 23, 2012 6:00 PM
Location: Robert Sumoski Residence
A.V.T.I. Airpark 47500 Challenger Way (10th Street East)
between Avenues F and G Lancaster, CA 93535
Visit our website for more photos
and up to the date information
http://www.avti.org
Tailwinds Tails is a monthly newsletter of the Antelope Valley Tailwinds Inc., R/C Model Air-
craft Club.
Visit our web page at www.avti.org.
Send submissions for the Tailwinds Tails by
the 10th of each month to the Newsletter Editor,
c/o A.V.Tailwinds Inc., P.O. Box 302, Lancas-
ter, CA 93584 or by email to
Page 7 Volume 36, Number 12
Pictures from our Christmas Party
For Sale If interested, please contact James McClain 661-945-1410
Doug Killebrew trying to keep order Grand Prize winner Don Chaffee
Curtiss Jenny Electric ARF NIB
50” Wingspan
$260.00 Firm
Tiger Moth ARF
78” Wingspan
$300.00 Firm
Page 8 Volume 36, Number 12
ANTELOPE VALLEY TAILWINDS, INC.
FIELD REGULATIONS
Updated 12/07/11
INTRODUCTION:
AVTI is an organization committed to creating a positive opportunity to enjoy radio controlled modeling in the safest
manner possible. The Board of Directors for the organization recognizes this obligation to preserve this club's integrity.
You are a vital link in the chain of accountability for safety at the Airpark. All of us must participate to ensure we main-
tain the highest standards. In this way we can reduce hazardous exposure to others during normal flying operations. The
"Field Regulations" provide you with a summary of the standards and responsibilities that govern our activities as model-
ers. Whenever you have any questions about what you should or should not do that can't be answered adequately by fel-
low members, a board member will provide the answer. Please join in and give your full support in creating and main-
taining the safest, fun-filled environment possible for everyone.
ARTICLE I - AIRPARK USAGE
1. Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) rules and regulations shall be complied with at all times. Model rocketry op-
erations must follow the National Association of Rocketry Model Rocket Safety Code.
2. The Facility is primarily for model aircraft. Use of the facility for other purposes will be approved by the membership.
3. Flying is restricted to club members and guests. Guests must have in possession a current AMA membership card
when flying. A current AVTI member must sponsor guests. When guests are using the Airpark facilities, the AVTI spon-
soring member is responsible for their guest’s activities, abilities and conduct.
4. If asked by another member or a club official, members must produce their current AVTI and AMA membership card.
If unable to show these cards they must produce a picture ID and then their name can be checked on the Club Roster
posted at the field. If they are not shown as a current member on the Roster they will not be allowed to fly. The Field
Marshall will maintain the Club Roster.
5. The facility has a locked gate using a combination lock. Members are given this combination. The first member arriv-
ing will open the gate. The last member leaving is responsible for closing and locking the gate. The combination will be
periodically changed and all current members will be updated with the new code.
6. The AVTI Airpark has three flying areas. The North Area includes the paved runway north of the parking lot. The
South Area currently includes the smoothed area south of the parking lot. The Helicopter Area is the area to the east,
which includes the two concrete landing pads and the shade structure.
7. The club generator is available for use during flight operations. Each member of the Board of Directors has a key to
the container and if needed they will open the container and operate the generator.
ARTICLE II – SPECTATORS and GUESTS
1. Spectators are welcome but must remain south of the pit area unless accompanied by an AVTI club member.
2. Parental control of small children must be exercised at all times. All youngsters must remain south of the pit area.
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ARTICLE III - FREQUENCY CONTROL
1. Frequency control of radios other then 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum equipment consists of the frequency paddle stand
located near the center of the pit area. Prior to turning on such a transmitter, the owner must rotate up the paddle that
corresponds to the frequency of their transmitter. The owner will then use a clothespin or other such device to pin the
paddle in the up position. They will also place their AVTI membership card or a facsimile of such on the paddle. They
are then clear to turn on the transmitter.
2. Flyers using the South Area will use the same frequency paddle stand if not using 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum equip-
ment.
3. Fliers using the Helicopter area will only use 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum equipment.
4. Pilots using 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum radios are not required to use a frequency control system.
5. When using the frequency paddle stand, if another pilot is using the frequency paddle, those waiting for the frequency
will indicate that by placing their pin on the side of the paddle. If others are waiting for the frequency, possession of the
channel shall be limited to fifteen (15) minutes. NOTE: No one shall remove ANOTHER'S pin from the frequency con-
trol paddle and REPLACE it with any other pin.
6. The use of an impound area during events will be up to the discretion of the organizers or CD of that event
ARTICLE IV - FACILITIES
1. Consumption of alcoholic beverages at the Airpark is forbidden at all times.
2. Anything brought to the flying field shall be removed when you depart. Broken props, models, soda cans, rubber
bands, rags, paper towels, empty fuel containers, etc. shall be placed in trashcans provided. Please dispose of larger
items in the Waste Management container to the south of the pit area. Cigarette butts must be disposed of in a trash re-
ceptacle, not on the ground!
3. Port-a-Potties are provided for your convenience. Please knock on the door before entering and latch the door while
inside.
4. Owners are responsible for their pets behavior at all times.
ARTICLE V - PIT AREA
1. The Pit area is defined as the area south of the Safety Fence up to the south edge of the blacktop.
2. Only club members, their guests and escorted spectators are allowed in the pit area.
3. Extended running of engines at high throttle/rpm for tuning or break in purposes in the pit area is not allowed. Use the
paved area at the East End of pits or, if not in use, the Helicopter Area, for this purpose. If the transmitter is required, 15
minutes maximum usage if others are on your frequency.
4. Tail of aircraft must be positioned toward runway during start and run up. Do not aim prop wash at other modelers or
their models.
5. Use of the starting tables is encouraged. They are for starting and adjusting a model prior to flight. Please keep the
tables clear for the next pilot.
6. Taxiing a model into the pit area is prohibited. After landing, taxi off the runway using the taxiway. Stop the model
and shut off the engine at the white line on taxiway. If the model is electric, follow all appropriate shutdown procedures
to insure the motor system is off. Turn off the receiver, transmitter, pit the model and remove your pin from the Frequen-
cy Control Paddle.
7. Models shall be constrained by the pilot, a helper, the starting table or other means during the engine start and until
positioned for taxi from the pit area. At this point taxiing is permitted to the pilot line at which time model is stopped and
intentions are announced to other fliers.
8. Electric models should not be left unrestrained if the motor power system has been armed.
ARTICLE VI - PARKING AREAS
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1. Parking next to pit area is designated for pilots with model aircraft only. There are designated handicapped parking
areas at the center of the pit area.
2. Spectators are requested to park their vehicles on the south side of parking lot. Note: Port-a-Potties are on the south
edge of the parking lot.
ARTICLE VII - SAFETY
1. Members are responsible for the integrity of their model. Range Checks, control operation, battery condition, structur-
al integrity, etc., should all be checked by the owner or pilot prior to flight.
2. Any model that has been crashed regardless of how minor the event may have seemed shall be checked prior to any
further flights.
3. All two stroke engines over .10 cubic inch displacement shall be equipped with an effective muffling device of the
following type: expansion chamber, flow-through silencer, or muffled tuned pipe. NO exhaust header stack type mufflers
are allowed.
4. Safety prop nuts or spinners are recommended.
5. The owner must monitor charging of electric battery packs. Only suitable chargers designed for the type of battery
chemistry being used must be used.
6. The blue container in the center of the pit area contains a First-Aid kit, water to douse a brush fire and a fire extin-
guisher. It is locked with a combination lock that has the same combination as the gate. The first member arriving at the
field should unlock this container. The last member leaving is responsible for closing and locking this container.
7. Per LA County Fire Code, the following Regulations are in affect concerning the use of the Burn Barrel,
A. There must be sufficient water available at the field to thoroughly douse the fire when concluded.
B. The fire must be attended at all times .
ARTICLE VIII - FLIGHT RULES
Air traffic control at our Airpark should be mostly a combination of common sense and courtesy, with a bit of the
'Golden Rule' applied. However, in order to make sure everyone is thinking the same, a few rules need to be established.
Listed below are those rules.
1. There are three flying areas established at the Airpark. The Runway Area includes the paved runway. The South Area
is the smoothed area south of the parking lot and is intended for helicopters, parkflyers, foamies, gliders, model rockets
and controline models. The Helicopter Area is the facility to the east and it includes the two concrete landing pads and
the shade structure.
2. When using the Runway Area the flying should be north of an imaginary line running east-west of the fence line and
extending in both directions (to be known as the SAFETY LINE). A maximum number of six models are permitted in
the air at the Runway Area north of the safety fence at one time. Additional Micros, Parkflyers, etc. may be flying at the
east end.
3. Sailplanes working thermals are allowed to fly south of the safety line but are not to fly over the pit area or the parking
lot. Ultralight models such as flat foamies and parkflyers
can fly south of the line but only at the East End of the Runway Area and not over the pit area or parked vehicles.
4. When flying helicopters at the Runway Area, if there are others flying airplanes, the helicopter pilot should limit hov-
ering over the runway to a minimum. If a member is at the Runway Area to fly both airplanes and helicopters, it is en-
couraged to use the South Area for helicopters when there is significant airplane activity on the Runway Area.
5. The Model Rocket launch site at the Runway Area will be the Run-up pad to the east. The South Area can be used for
launching model rockets. If not in use, the Helicopter Area can also be used for launching. Prior to launching a model
rocket at the Runway Area call out the launch to other pilots similar to a take-off or landing. Wind drift should be con-
sidered when launching to avoid the rocket landing in the Pit Area.
6. When using the South Area all flying will be south of the parking lot and will not overfly the Porta-Potties or the Con-
tainer. All flyers must follow the frequency control as stated in Article III, paragraphs 1, 2 and 4.
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7. When flying at the Helicopter Area only 2.4 GHz Spread Spectrum radios are to be used. Models must not be flown
over the parking area, the entrance road or the shade structure. Only two models airborne at a time are permitted.
8. Take-off and landing shall normally be into the wind, but is always at the discretion of the pilot. When preparing to
take-off or land, the pilot should always notify other pilots flying by shouting out his intended actions. Only taxi on to
the runway after verifying the runway is clear of departing or arriving aircraft.
9. If, at any time, a pilot needs to deviate from these general rules, he will shout out loud and clear his intentions to devi-
ate from the norm, particularly if there are other aircraft in the air. In addition, the intended takeoff or landing will only
be accomplished when the pilot is sure that he is not interfering with another aircraft that may be taking off or landing in
the normal direction.
In other words, check the airspace around the runway prior to proceeding.
10. Following take-off, the pilot must always make his initial turn away from the pit area.
11. While there are other pilots flying, high speed, low altitude 'burn runs' over the runway are not allowed. If yours is
the only aircraft in the air, and no others are preparing to take- off, burn runs are permitted; but make sure that it is safe.
12. The pilot should always announce his intentions to land to the other pilots. This will also hold true for practicing
touch and go landings. When preparing to land, an approach pattern should usually be established with a downwind leg,
base turn and a final turn. This pattern must be flown on the north side of the runway (no part of it may ever be south of
the safety line until final turn and approach). The altitude at the beginning of the approach should be low enough
(preferably less than 100 feet) so as not to interfere with other aircraft in the air. A pilot must let his intentions be known
if he is going to deviate from the normal procedures.
13. An aircraft that is landing always has the right of way over an aircraft that is preparing to take-off, but not yet on the
runway. If an aircraft is on the runway when another pilot announces his intentions to land, the pilot preparing to take-off
should clear the runway by immediately taking off (if ready to depart) or taxiing off of the runway (if not ready to de-
part).
14. An aircraft that has gone 'dead stick' has the right of way over any aircraft that has power (including an aircraft
whose pilot has announced his intentions to land but is still in the approach pattern). The dead stick pilot must alert the
other pilots of his situation by shouting out "dead stick". Aircraft preparing to depart must clear the runway immediately
and in-flight aircraft must give way.
15. If a model must be carried out onto the runway for take off, this intention must be previously announced to any other
pilots. Pilots pursuing this practice must promptly clear the runway when the model is released.
16. When more then one pilot is flying, extended 3D flying of airplanes (hovering, torque rolls, etc.) over the runway
should be kept to a minimum. Communication between the pilots of their intentions is important.
17. When there is more then one pilot flying, pilots must be located at the marked "pilot stations" located on the pilot line
when flying. Only pilots, instructors, spotters and escorted guests are permitted to occupy the "pilot stations".
18. When there is more then one aircraft flying, no pilot shall be located north of the pilot line.
19. Hand launching of larger models in the Runway Area is permitted only north of the pilot line. No larger models may
be hand launched from south of the pilot line. Micro and Parkflyer type models may be hand launched south of the pilot
line only when they are being flown at the east end of the Runway Area. Hand launching of any model is permitted in
the South Area.
20. In case of a model malfunction in the air (radio or mechanical), promptly announce the problem to the other fliers in
a loud voice several times.
21. Any person wishing to retrieve a model from the runway or needing to cross the runway must remain behind the pilot
line until the model has come to a complete stop. Intentions are then announced to all other fliers. Only if the conditions
allow will they then proceed on to the runway or to cross the runway.
22. Engine restarts on the runway shall be performed with discretion. Example, no other models are airborne or taxiing
from pit area. Make your intentions known prior to attempting restart.
23. At times a pilot may desire to be able to fly without other models flying. Example would be for a very high-
performance model or the first flight of a new or repaired model. Pilots desiring these Special Flights will notify the
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other members at the Area when they are ready to fly. Once the area is cleared of other flying models the special flight
can begin. Once completed the area will return to normal operations.
24. Turbine powered aircraft must be operated in accordance with all AMA Turbine Operating procedures. AMA Tur-
bine waivers are required for all turbine operations, either during ground runs or flight. Turbine waivers must be in pos-
session and available for inspection during all operations. Turbine engine startup area is defined as north of the engine
shutdown lines on either the east or west taxiways.
CONCLUSION
It is important to realize that these rules are only a guideline for safe operations. All members and guests are responsible
for conducting their operations in a safe and reasonable manner. Courtesy and Mutual Respect will help foster an enjoya-
ble atmosphere. It is important to realize that the hobby is very dynamic. Changes can and will occur. Let us all use our
common sense to keep our activities safe and enjoyable!
Antelope Valley Tailwinds, Inc.
PO Box 302
Lancaster CA 93584
Updated December 07, 2011
Kirt Cambel doing his 3-D Demo
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Support Your
Local Hobby Shops
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Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone: 661-949-3586, ext. 205
Ask for Doug.
Distributor for Horizon Hobbies
~~~~ Special Thanks ~~~~
Our Thanks to the following businesses that
made generous donations to A.V.T.I.
Please support them when you can.
A Very Special Thanks Waste Management Company
600 East Avenue F Lancaster, CA 93535
REMINDER
A current AMA membership is a requirement for
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Kirt Campbell getting ready for a demo
Pete Carbin introducing model aviation to some potential fly-
ers