If you are accompanied by other aircraft we fly a Circuit Pattern. That Circuit is decided upon by the first/only pilot flying whether he/she flies a right-hand or left-hand circuit. Because the BIRMA
field has a rather unique layout with regard to Pit Area (NO FLY ZONE) and Runway directions it is unusual to have a Circuit other than one on the North side of the East-West runway with the Circuit travelling either East or West.

An exception to this could occur with a “Stiff” South breeze which could allow the Circuit Pattern to be on the Eastern side of the North/South runway with the Circuit travelling North or South.
For those wanting to do Severe Aerobatic Manoeuvres, you are asked to move outside the Circuit area to the North and fly higher to carry out your manoeuvres while still being aware of our ceiling
of 400ft. for operations.

PRE-FLIGHT

Before the flying of any models can commence, the field box will be opened and the fire extinguisher and first aid kit will be made accessible. Pre-flight checks of
airframes and control surfaces are to be undertaken prior to flying a model and after a hard landing. (Refer to THE BIRMA pre-flight checklist) 1. If you have any doubt
about a model’s air-worthiness – DO NOT FLY IT.

The BIRMA PRE-FLIGHT CHECK LIST consists of :
1. Battery disconnected check Engine mountings
2. Do final balance check of aircraft
3. Check all hinges, Clevices, actuating Horns and connecting rods
4. Check Servo mountings and connections
5. Connect Battery and Check you have the correct model selected by your Transmitter
6. Check the correct “Spin” of propeller with short application of Power
7. Check all control surfaces move in the correct direction
8. Ready for Flight

PIT AREA

Subsequent to AGM 2021, (Added 22nd. August. @021)
An area of ground 5M. x the length of the shaded area to be allocated as a “No Prop Spin Area” as a Safety precaution to members seated under the shade.
There is to be No taxing of aircraft to the flight Line or returning from same in this Safe Area.
1. The connection and disconnection of main flight batteries is to take place only in the pit area and not in the car park, Pilot’s box or public area.
2. All operating aircraft in the pits area will be physically restrained where possible.
3. On returning to the pit area all motors must be stopped and batteries disconnected. Use your Throttle-cut switch for safety.
4. Pilots will ensure their receivers are unplugged and the transmitter is also off before making any adjustments to the model. Remove the propeller on Electric powered aircraft.
5. Only THE BIRMA members and accompanied visitors may enter the pit area.

ENTERING THE FLYING AREA

Intention to enter the flying area to physically recover a model must be clearly and loudly announced and be acknowledged by all pilots flying before actually entering the flying area. All pilots flying must ensure that their models maintain an altitude of at least 30 metres and avoid flying over a person/s entering the flying area to perform a physical recovery of their model. Persons will loudly
announce “ON THE FIELD” or “ON THE STRIP”, before entering the flying area and “OFF THE FIELD/STRIP” when the recovery is complete.

FLIGHT LINE

1. Only pilots flying, under instruction, providing instruction, test flying a model or persons spotting for/assisting a pilot should enter the Flight Line.
2. Persons not a club member who wish to take photographs or video of models flying may only enter the pit area and/or Flight Line with the permission of and under the supervision of an experienced club member.

BATTERY CHARGING

1. Members are to exercise the greatest care when charging their batteries at the field and monitor the charging process at all times. 2. Batteries must not be charged on the grass.
AUTHORITY & RESPONSIBILITY OF MEMBERS
1. Any authorized officer present shall have the authority to act upon any dispute or issue of safety relating to the flying of model aircraft at the field and take any reasonable action required to address such issue, including if necessary the grounding of members and/or their model/s.
2. In the absence of an authorized officer, all members present at the field shall be responsible for ensuring that breaches of safety or excessive noise levels are brought to the attention of the member concerned and shall report the member to the appropriate authority if the member disregards the advice given.
3. Members who display a disregard for club rules will have their club membership and flying privileges terminated.

FLIGHT SAFETY OFFICER

1. The Flight Safety Officer is to watch over all flight operations from the flight line and pilot’s must ask and be given permission for launch/takeoffs, landings, low passes, retrievals etc.
2. In the absence of BIRMA’s appointed Safety Officer, a “Stand-in” Safety Office shall be appointed for the day/period.
3. The Flight Safety Officer has total authority on the flight line and must be obeyed at all times. Dangerous flying or flying outside the designated area (eg. over the pits area or over the houses) will not be tolerated and pilots will be asked to land their aircraft immediately. Solo Pilots are expected to be in full control of their aircrafts at all times and in all weather conditions.

MAINTENANCE AND MOWING

1. All aircraft must be grounded whilst mowing or field maintenance is in progress.

FLYING TIMES

1. Designated flying days for the BIRMA are Tuesday mornings and Saturday mornings although all flying activities are allowed to be conducted 7 days a week from 7.00am to 6.00pm during non daylight saving days and 7.00 am to 8.00pm during daylight savings.
2. Night flying is not permitted.

CHILDREN AND PETS

1. Children must be supervised at all times and may not enter the pit area or flying area except under the direct control of an adult member.
3. Pets are to be leashed at all times and are not allowed beyond the spectator’s area. Owners must clean up after their pets. Owners are fully responsible for any damages caused by their pets.

VISITORS

1. The club member will assume full responsibility for their visitor at all times and will personally supervise their flying. Those visiting only to watch must remain in the spectator’s area unless supervised by a club member.
2. Any potential new member is required to be signed in the club visitor book by a club member
before being permitted to fly.
3. A potential new member (or visiting AMAS member) may only fly four times at THE BIRMA before being required to become a member of the club.
4. Membership of AMAS does not entitle a person to membership of BIRMA or the use of the flying field.
5. AMAS members are required to sign the visitor book and be signed in by a club member.
6. ALL visitors MUST comply with all club rules and CASA regulations whilst flying.
7. Visitors are not allowed at THE BIRMA unless a club member is present.

FIELD ACCESS AND SECURITY

1. Members will have access to the main gate and must ensure that the gates are securely closed after entering and locked on exiting, unless other pilots are yet to exit. At no stage should the main gates be left open.
2. The electric fence may be left on. If a member turns it off then that member is responsible for activating the power to the fence before he leaves for the day.
3. In the case of unauthorized entry or use of the club field, the person/s should first be politely asked to leave. If they refuse then they are trespassing and Police should be called. THE BIRMA is the lawful occupier of the area.
4. As our field is in the early development stage it is expected that all members share the task of improvement. The jobs and work that you undertake should be determined by your physical abilities.
5. Cars are to be parked in the parking area only. (BIRMA Vehicles exempted). Feel free to unload your models & equipment first before finally parking in the car park.

THE BIRMA MODEL NOISE POLICY

There is no legal regulations specifically governing model aircraft operation at our field but members must be aware that should a noise issues arise it will be addressed with probably an unpopular result for some members. MEMBERSHIP
1. The BIRMA can not be held accountable for any damage or injury to persons or property. Anyone who enters THE BIRMA premises does so at their own risk.
2. All flyers are fully responsible for any damage to persons or property caused by their aircraft.
3. All members must have insurance for RC flying with a minimum coverage of $20,000,000 and are responsible for keeping their insurance current.
4. Any incident must be reported to administration immediately.
5. Memberships are not permanent and may be revoked at any time without notice. Revoked members will have the remainder of their unused months refunded. This does not include insurance costs.

NOTE: THE BIRMA rules and regulations may be changed at any time without notice.