Conduct and Safety

CODE OF CONDUCT

All members must comply with our Code of Conduct and Field Rules. These are intended to maximize everyone's enjoyment of the hobby/sport of model aviation and our club. Violations of the Code of Conduct or Field Rules will be addressed and resolved by the Board of Directors and the steering committee. Infractions will be reviewed by the Board of Directors and may result in revocation of membership in "NEHC" and forfeiture of dues. A 1st infraction results in a verbal warning, 2nd infraction a written warning and 3rd infraction revocation of membership and forfeiture of dues. Depending on the seriousness of the infraction the board may summarily revoke membership and forfeit offender dues.  Finally, it is the responsibility of all members and applicants to treat each other with dignity and respect.

Our mission is to successfully promote our club and the interests of model aviation. We will achieve this mission when all of our members work toward this common goal. As such, all members must comply with our Code of Conduct. Members, active and applicants will:

1. At all times, demonstrate safe, good and sound judgment on the ground and in the air.
2. Follow all club and field rules, no exceptions.  The field rules are posted on the container at the field.
3. Support the interests of our club and support the club mission as outlined in the NEHC membership application.
4. Members are encouraged to attend club meetings.
5. Demonstrate good behavior which politely and professionally promotes the hobby/sport of model aviation. Members will avoid using foul language and verbally or physically abusing each other.
6.  Members will be particularly sensitive to good common sense behavior in
 the presence of youth.

FIELD RULES:

In the event of an emergency call 911.  The entrance of the field is opposite 408 Elm St., Mansfield, MA
 or Lat. 41.989959, Long. -71.248323

Compliance to these safety & operational rules is the responsibility of each participant.

FLYING SITE SAFETY RULES

  • Deliberate flying behind the flight line, over the pit area or road is prohibited.
  • It is strongly recommended that members do not fly alone.
  • Children are NOT permitted beyond the spectator area unless under the direct         supervision of an adult.
  • Pilots and Models must conform to AMA safety guidelines during flight.
  • Flight operations will stop during electrical storms.
  • Models will fly only in designated areas, and will yield right-or-way to full-size aircraft, motor craft, people and animals even if they are trespassing.

FLYING SITE OPERATIONAL RULES

  • The front field is for R/C electric park sized aircraft using NON 72 MHz radios ONLY.
  • The main field is for R/C Helicopter use only.
  • You must post your current AMA card or a pin with your name on it on the frequency board before turning on your 72 MHz or other controlled frequency transmitter.
  • Fliers operating models must be members or a guest of a member.  Member names are posted at the field.
  • No guests are allowed without their host member being present.
  • No flying internal combustion engines before 9:00 a.m. or after 9:00 p.m.
  • Mufflers are required on all internal combustion models. (90db limit).
  • Alcohol consumption is NOT allowed at the field or 8 hours prior to flying.
  • Please close and lock the gate if you are the last person to leave the field.
  • We are all guests at the field; please respect the landowner’s property. Don't damage the field or club property and please take your trash and broken bits with you.
  • Pilots should be standing at the designated pilot stations while flying their models unless a physical disability prevents them from doing so.
  • 3D flight is not allowed at the first pilot station by the road.
  • Because we are less than 3 miles from Mansfield Airport we can’t fly above 400 ft.

To report Conduct or Field Rules issues, please use the following Grievance Form format and email to nehelicrew (at) yahoo.com

New England Heli Crew Grievance Form

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Signature: ______________________________________

Witness: ________________________________________

Additional Witnesses (not required):

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