The closest Hospital is:
Coney Island Hospital
2601 Ocean Parkway
Brooklyn, New York 11235 General Information: (718) 616-3000
The flying field is located at:
Calvert Vaux Park – Entrance on Shore Parkway Service Road
Gravesend Bay, Shore Parkway service road, Bay 44-Bay 49 Streets
In an emrgency, have someone meet the emergency responders at the front gate and lead them to our field.
click here FAA REGISTRATION
All members must be familiar with the AMA national Model Aircraft safety codes along with SRW's safety rules:
Safety is everyone's responsibility to enforce.
If any person operates in a non-safe matter – YOU have the right to speak up and say “TAKE TWO”. – Take two minutes to stop and check out the unsafe situation.
Field Safety
Except for Public flying days the gate to the flying field must be kept locked at all times.
No flying, if there are people on the field or during field maintenance i.e. mowing.
Club members, guests, event participants can flying provided they have current AMA membership.
If there is debris on the field, it must be properly discarded before flying.
Smoking is not permitted.
Alcohol consumption or drug usage is not permitted on the field or from 8 hours before flying.
Before turning on 72/53 MHz transmitter or any FPV equipment check with other pilots to see what channel/frequency are being used.
All members must follow New York City Park rules: http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_about/rules_and_regulations/rr_1-04.html
Pit Area Safety
No spooling up (spinning blades).
While in the Pit Area watch for people that may wander onto the field, be on the lookout for potential safety hazards
Unless approved by a Board member, parking in the Pit Area is for members only
Flight line Safety
Shall be a safe distance from the Pit Area
No pets or children on the flight line
Inform other pilots before retrieving a downed aircraft or other intentions.
Flights behind the flight line or over the pits is prohibited.
STAY BEHIND THE FLIGHT LINE
Academy of Model Aeronautics National Model Aircraft Safety CodeEffective January 1, 2018
A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying device capable of sustained flight within visual line of sight of the pilot or spotter(s). It may not exceed limitations of this code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition. All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and related AMA guidelines, any additional rules specific to the flying site, as well as all applicable laws and regulations.
As an AMA member I agree:
• I will not fly a model aircraft in a careless or reckless manner.
• I will not interfere with and will yield the right of way to all human-carrying aircraft using AMA’s See and Avoid Guidance and a spotter when appropriate.
• I will not operate any model aircraft while I am under the influence of alcohol or any drug that could adversely affect my ability to safely control the model. I will avoid flying directly over unprotected people, moving vehicles, and occupied structures.
• I will fly Free Flight (FF) and Control Line (CL) models in compliance with AMA’s safetyprogramming.
• I will maintain visual contact of an RC model aircraft without enhancement other than corrective lenses prescribed to me. When using an advanced flight system, such as an autopilot, or flying First-Person View (FPV), I will comply with AMA’s Advanced FlightSystem programming.
• I will only fly models weighing more than 55 pounds, including fuel, if certified throughAMA’s Large Model Airplane Program.
• I will only fly a turbine-powered model aircraft in compliance with AMA’s Gas TurbineProgram.
• I will not fly a powered model outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual, except for myself or my helper(s) located at the flightline, unless I am taking off and landing, or asotherwise provided in AMA’s Competition Regulation.
• I will use an established safety line to separate all model aircraft operations from spectators and bystanders.
For a complete copy of AMA’s Safety Handbook please click on image to the right and go to tab "members and club"
TRUST (The Recreational UAS Safety Test)
There are no exemptions from taking the test, including for minors.
Youth can get assistance from an adult, if needed.
Test administrators are prohibited from charging a fee, either directly or indirectly (Test most likely to be taken on line)
Recreational operators only need to take the test once to comply.
Once you complete and pass the test, your test administrator will provide you with a TRUST completion certificate that you can either print or save electronically. This certificate is proof of your compliance with the Reauthorization Act of 2018 and your passage of the test.
The test will have approximately 25 multiple-choice questions about basic safety guidelines and recreational flying knowledge that most AMA members likely already know. Early indications are that this test will be fail-proof and every recreational user will be able to complete and pass the test.
Q: I have a Part 107 Certificate; do I also need to complete TRUST?
A: Yes. There are no exemptions from taking the test, including for currently certificated pilots. Anyone flying recreational UAS is required to complete the test.
Q: Will TRUST affect my AMA membership benefits or SRW Membership ?
A: Proof of test completion will not be a requirement for AMA / SRW membership. However, each member affirms that they will follow AMA’s safety code, including applicable laws and regulations, when he or she signs up to be a member.
Q: When will recreational users be required to take the test?
A: The FAA has not yet released dates regarding when the test will be available to users, but members should expect the testing requirement to be in place sometime in the second half of 2021.
Remote ID
The passing of the Final Rule on Remote Identification of Unmanned Aircraft brings some changes to the model aircraft community and how we fly in the national airspace. There are three ways to comply with the new rule, outlined in the following slides.
Three Ways to Comply
1. Standard Remote ID
Identify both the UAS and control station
Broadcast equipment will be built into UAS at a manufacturer level, but likely will not apply to ARFs or kits.
Requires radio frequency spectrum to broadcast location, altitude, ID, emergency status, etc. for both UA and control station.
UAS designed not to take off if not broadcasting signal.
2. Broadcast Modules
Identify line-of-sight UAS operations
Module option allows for older (non-standard) UAS.
Sends same signal as standard, except no emergency status and no control station information.
The information broadcast will be UA take off location and your altitude. Module also needs to signal if your UAS is not working properly.
FAA anticipates modules to cost $20-$50.
Visual-line-of-sight operations only.
3. FAA Recognized Identification Areas
Identify Community-Based Organization (CBO) locations with line-of-sight UAS operations
Valid for 48 months and renewal/changeable forever.
Requires site be under the umbrella of a CBO or educational institute.
Visual line of sight operations only.
Q: When will hobbyists need to comply with remote identification requirements?
A: Although you might notice new Remote ID products on the shelves and FAA-Recognized Identification Areas (FRIA) be established, operators are not required to comply until September 1, 2023. During this time, AMA will continue to shape the implementation of the rule for the hobby. Q: What is an FAA Recognized Identification Area (FRIA)?
A: An FRIA is a defined geographic area where persons can operate UAS without remote identification, provided they maintain visual line of sight.
Q: How do I apply for my club’s flying site to be an FRIA? A: The process to apply for FRIA status will not begin until August 26, 2022. Once the details for the application process are released, AMA will inform our members of next steps.
Q: Will FPV be permitted with the use of a broadcast module at established flying sites?
A: We interpret that FPV will continue to be permitted under any form of remote identification given legislation written in PL 115-254 Sect 349, defining visual line of sight operations.
Q: I mostly fly at my AMA club’s chartered flying site. How does this rule impact me?
A: Clubs will be able to apply for their flying site to be recognized by the FAA through AMA. Once the flying site is included in the list of FAA Recognized Identification Areas, members can fly there without needing to meet any additional remote identification requirements.
Q: I don’t fly at an AMA chartered flying site. How does this rule impact me?
A: Those flying outside of an established flying site can meet the remote identification requirements by flying a Standard Remote ID equipped aircraft or an aircraft equipped with a broadcast module.