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DeLand Radio Control Club Bylaws General and Flight Rules Field Diagram November 2018

Contents Bylaws Dues Structure General Rules Flight Rules Student Instruction AMA Safety Code Field Safety Diagram Hold Harmless Form Rules Sign-Off Club Application 11 pages 1 page 1 page 2 pages 2 pages 1 page 1 page 1 page 1 page 1 page

BYLAWS OF THE DELAND RADIO CONTROL CLUB, INC. The business of this corporation shall not be for pecuniary profit, and its general nature shall be to promote and encourage the construction and operation of radio controlled model aircraft and all allied sciences for the pleasure and recreation of the members of this corporation and to coordinate the activities within the corporations or other clubs with similar interests in radio control modeling. Section 1. Principle Offices ARTICLE I Offices The principle offices of the corporation shall be located at such place as the Board of Directors shall from time to time determine. Section 1. Powers ARTICLE II Directors The business and affairs of the Corporation shall be managed and all corporate powers shall be exercised by, or under, the direction of the Board of Directors. Where not otherwise stated in these bylaws, official decisions may be made by a majority mail-in, email vote, or in person at a called Board Meeting, each Board member being notified by the Chairman or President. A quorum shall consist of a majority of the Directors. Official decisions shall be consistent with the stated purposes and objectives of the Academy of Model Aeronautics and these bylaws, and where those bylaws are not specified, vested in the sound discretion of the Board of Directors. Section 2. Number and Qualifications of Directors The Corporation shall have seven (7) directors. Their successors shall be elected by a majority vote of those members present with voting rights, at the annual meeting as prescribed in Section 3 of this Article. Absentee ballots will be made available upon request, from the Secretary, for those members with voting rights who cannot attend the meeting. Those ballots returned by mail, or email to the Secretary before the meeting, will be counted as if those persons were present at the meeting.

All succeeding directors shall have all of the following qualifications to be eligible for nomination: A. Full member in good standing. B. Have attended a minimum of 50% of the meetings in the previous twelve (12) months. The term of each director shall be two years. The at-large directors shall be nominated for office by any current member. Nominations will begin at the September meeting and close at the end of the October meeting. The election will be held during the November meeting. All known nominations will be published in the newsletter, or website prior to the election. The term of office shall commence the first day of January of the year succeeding the election. Section 3. Election of Board members The directors described in Section 2 thereof, shall be comprised of the following persons: A. President B. Vice-President C. Secretary D. Treasurer E. Three at-large Directors All positions will serve a two year term of office. The President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer will be elected collectively in odd years, at two year intervals. The three at-large Directors will be elected in even years at two year intervals. Section 4. Ballots All voting will be by secret ballot unless waived by a simple majority vote of the members present with voting rights at the meeting. Section 5. Tie vote In the event of a tie vote, for elections, club business or otherwise, there shall be an immediate re-vote. If at the end of three (3) votes, a tie-vote still exists, the item will be tabled until the following monthly General Meeting. At the following meeting, the matter will be voted on successively until resolved.

Article III Officers Section 1. Officers Officers are subject to the nomination qualifications described in Article II, Section 2. The officers of this club shall be President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Field Marshal, and Field Safety Officer, to be elected by a majority vote of those members present with voting rights at the annual meeting. Absentee ballots will be made available upon request from the Secretary for those members with voting rights, who cannot attend the meeting. Those ballots returned by mail, or email to the Secretary before the meeting, will be counted as if those persons were present at the meeting. The officers shall serve for a term of two (2) years. Nominations for such offices shall be made by any current member prior to the election of each year. All known nominations will be published in an email and at a regular club membership meeting prior to the election. The election for such offices shall be held in the month of November of each year, with the term of office commencing the first day of January of the succeeding year. Section 2. President The president shall be the corporation s Chief Executive Officer. The President shall have the powers of, and be subject to the restrictions outlined in these bylaws or given the office by the Board of Directors. The President shall preside over all corporate meetings, and may appoint standing committee members, newsletter editor. Section 3. Vice President In the absence or disability of the President, the Vice President shall perform duties of the President, and when so acting shall have all the powers of and be subject to all the restrictions on the President. The Vice President shall have any of the powers and perform any of the duties as from time to time may be prescribed for him by the Board of Directors, the bylaws or the President. The Vice President shall keep and cause to be kept an accurate record of all club assets.

Section 4. Secretary The Secretary shall keep or cause to be kept a book of minutes stating the time, date and place of all meetings and all actions taken by the corporation. The Secretary shall keep or cause to be kept, a roster of the members of the corporation giving their names, addresses, and such other information as may be pertinent or necessary to the corporation. The Secretary shall keep or cause to be kept, an attendance ledger of members present at the regular meetings. The Secretary shall be responsible for mailing or emailing requested absentee ballots and shall present those returned by mail or email before the meeting, for inclusion in the vote. The Secretary shall submit in a timely fashion all appropriate documents to the AMA and other entities as necessary for the operation of the corporation. With respect to the corporation, the Secretary shall be the contact person with the AMA. The Secretary shall keep the original or a copy of all documents, except financial, pertinent to the corporation. Section 5. Treasurer The Treasurer is the corporation Chief Financial Officer and shall keep and maintain adequate accurate books, records of account, and file in a timely fashion, appropriate financial documents to the Internal Revenue Service and/or any other entities as necessary for the operation of the corporation. The Chief Financial Officer shall cause all monies, and other valuables in the name and to the credit of the corporation to be deposited into the depositories designated by the Board of Directors. Section 6. Field Marshal The Field Marshal will be appointed by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors and will insure that the field is properly maintained, recommend field changes and improvements, and be responsible for organizing work details. The Field Marshal shall be responsible for the maintenance of club building, and the maintenance and safe operation of all club equipment. Section 7. Field Safety Officer The Field Safety Officer shall be the Safety Committee Chairman and will be appointed by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors. The Field Safety Officer will ensure the existing safety rules are enforced and shall be responsible for the processing of grievance forms and following existing grievance procedure outlined in rules. The Field Safety Officer shall be the on-field arbitrator of any matter pertaining to the safe operation of any model being operated by a member or guest.

Section 8. Webmaster The Webmaster shall be responsible for maintaining and updating the club website and will be appointed by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors. Section 9. Vacancies If the President is unable to serve out the term of the office, the vacancy shall be filled by the Vice President. If a director or Officer, other than the President, presents a written resignation, is removed from office, or is unable to serve out the term of their office, the vacancy shall be filled by appointment, by a simple majority vote of the Board of Directors, such appointee to serve until the end of the term for which the predecessor was elected. Section 1. General Membership ARTICLE IV Member Standing The members shall be selected from all applications without prejudice or discrimination.. All members are required to be current members in good standing of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) and shall agree to abide by the bylaws of the AMA and the DeLand Radio Control Club. Any member of the club may initiate a formal request for action by the Board of Directors by submitting a written request to the President. The proposal shall include a written description of the nature, type and extent of the Board action recommended. The President shall present the request at a Board meeting or forward copies of the proposal to the other members of the Board of Directors for their consideration. Either the President or any other Board member may have the matter placed upon the working agenda of the next club meeting. Violation of any rules of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Communications Commission (FCC), AMA, City of DeLand, DeLand Radio Control Club (DRCC), or personal action which is detrimental, demeaning or degrading to the corporation, or that which is detrimental to the AMA or model aviation, shall be grounds for termination of membership. Any member receiving a safety Grievance as stated in the Rules and Regulations, who is involved in non-flying violations and withholds it from the Board of Directors, may at the Board s discretion, be placed on probation for one (1) year regardless of the member s tenure.

Section 2. Probationary Members All applicants shall be probationary members for a period of one 12 consecutive months. They may participate in all corporate meetings and activities. During the probationary period, violations of the rules as described in Section 1 shall be grounds for immediate termination of membership. Probationary members are ineligible to hold an elected office, but may serve the club in an appointed position. New applicants shall submit completed documents and appropriate fees to any available board member. All applicants will be reviewed by the Board of Directors. Section 3. Full Membership All Probationary Members who have been reviewed and accepted shall be Full Members vested with the right to vote, pursuant to Article IV, Section 1, hold office, pursuant to Article II, Section 2, and to participate in all corporate meeting and activities. Acceptance of a Probationary Member to the status of a Full Member shall follow the following procedure: The Board of Directors shall, at the end of each probationary membership, review the conduct of the probationary Member and report their recommendations and findings to the membership at any regular meeting. Immediately following the Board of Directors recommendation, a vote for acceptance of the Probationary Member to Full Member status shall be by a majority vote of the members present at the meeting. The names of those accepted as Full Members shall be noted in the meeting minutes of the date of acceptance. Section 4. Family Membership Includes all flying members of the Full Member s immediate family (spouse, and children under 18 years of age). Each immediate family member submitting a completed application and proof of AMA membership and completing the probationary period shall be considered Full Members. Those under age 19 shall not be eligible to hold office. Section 5. Junior Membership Persons under the age of 18 shall qualify as Junior Members. They shall be subject to the probationary period, pursuant to Article IV, Section 2. All members under the age of 18 must have their parent or legal guardian s consent to become a member. Junior members shall not be eligible to hold office and but will have voting rights when they reach eighteen (18) years of age. Section 6. Life Members Life members shall be exempt from any dues payment.

Section 7. Seasonal Membership Academy of Model Aircraft members visiting the DeLand area, for a period not exceeding six months, shall pay a reduced annual rate as set forth in the dues structure. Seasonal members will receive a key after meeting normal membership requirements, but will not have the privilege of voting or holding office. Section 8. Student Members Students currently pursuing a degree in higher education will be afforded a reduced rate of membership as outlined in rules and regulations and will be governed by the appropriate sections in this article. They shall have all the rights and privileges accorded full members when meeting the age and probationary requirements as described in this article. Section 9. Membership Dues All membership dues will be assessed as per the dues structure. Article V Resignation, Qualification, Expulsion, Disciplinary Action, Termination, and Reinstatement of Membership Section 1. Resignation Any member may resign their membership by giving written notice to the President or an Officer/Director. Section 2. AMA Qualification If any member ceases to have the qualifications necessary for membership in the AMA, their membership in the Club shall terminate, subject to reinstatement upon restoration of eligibility. Proof of AMA membership is required for Club membership renewal. First time applicants must present proof of AMA membership when submitting their application. Section 3. Expulsion from Membership and Reinstatement Any unacceptable behavior by an individual member or members, as defined by the Board of Directors, becomes the responsibility of the Board of Directors as stated in Article II, Section 1 of these bylaws. Any individual may be expelled from the membership of the Club by the Board of Directors, if, in the Board of Directors determination, such individual willfully commits any act or omission which is a violation of the terms of Article IV, Section 1 of the bylaws.

An expelled member may be reinstated to the membership only by a two-thirds (2/3) vote of the Board of Directors. An expelled member may reapply for membership after one (1) year from the date of termination. Section 4. Disciplinary Action The Board of Directors shall have the discretionary authority to provide for and to impose disciplinary action for such acts or omissions, which do not justify expulsion from the membership. Section 1. Place of Meetings ARTICLE VI Meetings All meeting of members shall be held at such places as may be designated by the Board of Directors. Section 2. Order of Business All meeting of the general membership shall follow the following order of business: A. Sign-in members. B. Call to order C. Reading of the minutes from the preceding meeting D. Reports of committees E. Reports of officers F. Old and unfinished business G. New business H. Adjournment All meetings shall be conducted in an orderly fashion and where not outlined in these bylaws, shall follow the Roberts Rules of Order. Section 3. Annual Meetings The Board of Directors by resolution shall designate the time, date and place of the annual meeting of the members for the election of the directors, officers and for the transaction of any other proper business. If the Board of Directors fail to provide such a resolution, then the annual meeting shall be at 7:30 pm on the second Wednesday in November of the year. Section 4. Regular Meetings

Regular meetings of the members, for the purpose of taking any action which is within the powers of the members, shall be held at such places designated by the Board of Directors or the President. The President shall, one week in advance, duly notify the members of the date, time or place of such meetings. Section 5. Directors Meetings The Board of Directors shall meet at the time, place and date as they may resolve, with each Board member being notified by the President or Chairman, but in no event shall the directors meet less than two (2) times per year. A meeting between newly elected Officers/Board Members and the current Officers/Board Members will be held prior to January 1st of each year at such a date, time and place as the current Board resolves, for the purpose of passing pertinent information to the newly elected Officers/Board Members. Section 1. Amendments ARTICLE VII Amendment to the Bylaws, Dues Structure and Rules The bylaws and dues structure may be amended by the Board of Directors with the approval of two-thirds (2/3) of the members present with voting rights, at any regular meeting. Electronic ballots will be mailed, or a paper copy sent by U.S. mail to all members with voting rights. These ballots, returned to the Secretary by mail or email no later than two days prior to the meeting, will be counted as if these persons were present at the meeting. Amendments to field, flying and general rules will be governed and implemented exclusively by the Board of Directors. Section 2. Notice Any proposed changes in the bylaws and dues structure shall be introduced by the President, or his designee, and discussed at one regular meeting, and shall be voted on at the following regular meeting with the members being duly noticed thereof with a copy of the proposed amendment(s). Where notice is required, it shall be considered sufficient notice, if, postmarked at least fifteen (15) days prior to any meeting or occurrence, a written agenda setting forth that time and place of the meeting, and the subject matter thereof, is communicated through the field bulletin board, emails, or the U.S. Postal Service to the address of each member as currently recorded in the records of the corporation.

Section 1. Voting Requirements ARTICLE VIII Voting Rights Where not stated otherwise in these bylaws, all members in good standing shall be eligible to vote either in person or by electronic or paper ballot. Section 2. Extenuating circumstances Members with extenuating circumstances may be given an exemption from the requirements of Section 1 of this article on a case-by-case basis by the Board of Directors. Section 1. Financial Statements ARTICLE IX Financial Responsibilities of the Directors/Officers It shall be the Directors/Officers responsibility to provide a year end financial statement prepared by a professional bookkeeper or certified public accountant, (not to be a member, past member, or immediate family member thereof, of the DeLand Radio Control Club). This statement shall be made available by request to any member before the end of the first quarter of the new year. The bookkeeper or certified public accountant will be chosen by the Board of Directors. Section 2. Funds Funds invested in bank certificates, or any fund, may not be withdrawn unless there is written prior approval of a simple majority of board members and such signed document(s) stating the purpose, are presented and announced to the membership and subsequent vote of two-thirds of members present at the next regular meeting. Section 3. Checks

All checks for the amount above $75 must be signed by two (2) officers No member shall originate, sign or co-sign any check payable to themselves. The board members must be registered at the bank where the account is held, and be bonded by a bonding agent for the amount of the cash value of the treasury. Section 4. Capital Expenditures Before any capital expenditure of more than one thousand dollars ($1,000.00), the Board of Directors must present the matter to the general membership for discussion at the regular meeting. Section 5. Violations Failure to abide by this article will result in the immediate removal, by the remaining Directors/Officers, those from office involved in the violation. Section 1. Duration The duration of this Club shall be perpetual. ARTICLE X Duration Section 1. Dissolution ARTICLE XI Dissolution and Disposition The Corporation may be dissolved with the approval of a two-thirds (2/3) majority vote of the total membership. Members shall be duly notified of such a vote. Absentee ballots will be sent to those members unable to attend. Section 2. Disposition It is expressly understood that this organization is a non-profit corporation organized under the non-profit Corporation Laws of the State of Florida and upon dissolution, none of its assets shall inure to the benefit of any individual Member but shall be distributed to the Academy of Model Aeronautics or to such other fund or foundation operating under section 501(c)3 of the IRS Code and as designated by the Board of Directors, whose property is dedicated to the exempt purposes as are specified in the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of Florida.

DeLand Radio Control Club Dues Structure Full Membership........$125 If not paid by January meeting.. $145 Additional Full Family Member - each...........$20 Student Membership...$65 Seasonal Membership...$65 Junior Membership (Under 18 years of age & AMA Youth Member)...$0 AMA Introductory Pilot...$0 Gate Key Initial non-refundable charge......$5 Lost Gate Key Non-refundable charge for lost key....$5 New Full Members, Quarterly Rates: January, February, March......$125 April, May, June.......$95 July, August, September....$65 October, November, December.$35 Revised 10-10-18, Effective for 2019 Dues

GENERAL RULES Compliance with the rules is the responsibility of each pilot. Failure to comply with the rules of the DeLand Radio Control Club places in jeopardy our privileges to fly at this city owned property. Any violation of rules described in the general rules, flight rules or bylaws may result in the suspension of flying privileges or expulsion from the club. A. Entering and exiting the field will be accomplished by using the extreme west side of the runway adjacent to the spectator fence or via the grass area on the same side of the field. (See field diagram.) B. Fueling aircraft or running engines or electric motors will not be permitted on the tables under the pavilion. C. New members must first solo and be checked by an authorized designee prior to receiving a gate key. Any Board Member may perform a check flight for experienced AMA members wishing to join the club. Board members, who are NOT involved in the Golden Hawks Flight Training Program or are not designated examiners, shall not perform check rides for students involved in the Golden Hawks Flight Training Program. (See FLIGHT RULES 18 through 22). D. Each club member s AMA card must have a current DRCC sticker affixed to the front of the card. E. Concurrence of the members present will be the final word as to when, or if, control line aircraft may be flown. Free flight operation is prohibited. F. Dues collection will be conducted at the December membership meeting in accordance with the dues schedule. All dues must be paid by the January membership meeting. Keys will not be issued unless dues are paid in full. Missing or lost keys will incur an additional key charge. If dues are not paid by January 31 st, membership in the DeLand Radio Control Club is expired. The board may consider hardship merits on a case-bycase basis. G. The last member to leave the field must lock the gate. If the airport side of the gate is improperly secured, an officer or board member must be contacted to have the gates secured.

FLIGHT RULES 1. Any club officer, or designated instructor, may be the on-field arbitrator as to the safe operation of any aircraft being operated at the field by members or guests. 2. All Federal Aviation Administration, Federal Communication Commission, Academy of Model Aeronautics, DeLand Radio Control Club and the City of DeLand rules must be observed. 3. Observe and avoid full scale aircraft regardless of their altitude, location and heading. They always have the right-of-way. 4. Familiarize yourself with the AMA "See and avoid" guidance. In the event that your model crosses the southern boundary of the RC field, ground it immediately to avoid an active runway incursion. If the model comes to rest inside the active airport boundary, do not attempt to enter the airport space, but immediately go to the Airport Manager's office to report the incident and make arrangements to retrieve your model. The contact information is: John Eiff DeLand Airport 1777 Langley Ave DeLand, FL 32724 Phone: Managers: (386) 740-6955, Airport Office: (386) 740-5808 Should the infraction occur outside of office hours and you have not been able to make contact with the Airport Office, then please call the Safety Officer. You will then be authorized to safely retrieve the model by entering one of the pathways from our access road on foot. The Safety Officer will advise the airport Manager by e-mail or text ASAP. 5. All aircraft must face the runway (away from the pits or spectators) when starting. 6. The runway is to be used for takeoffs, landings and touch and goes only. All flying must be accomplished east of the runway center line at a maximum altitude of four hundred (400) feet per AMA regulation. 7. When two or more aircraft are flying, a pattern must be established. All 3D activity must be announced and accomplished over the grass, east of the paved runway. Entering and exiting 3D maneuvers must be in accordance with the prevailing pattern.

8. Flying is absolutely not permitted beyond the entry road at the south end of the runway. (See field diagram.) 9. Flying from areas other than designated flying areas is not permitted. 10. Pilots flying from the paved runway or the grass runway east of the pavement must be stationed in a designated pilot station. 11. Engines or motors must be shut down at the pilot line. Taxiing back to the pits is not permitted. (See diagram.) 12. Flying is absolutely not permitted without AMA and DRCC membership. 13. Guests must display a guest pass in view and be accompanied by the sponsoring DRCC member. Local guests are restricted to three guest days. Out of town relatives of DeLand Radio Control Club members will not have a limitation. 14. Night flying and all turbine powered aircraft are strictly prohibited at the DeLand Radio Control Club field. 15. Dead stick aircraft have the right-of-way. The pilot must announce his problem and intentions. 16. The grass area at the northwest end of the runway has been designated for alternate aircraft types: H. Park Flyers (as defined by the AMA not to exceed 32 ounces in weight or 60 M.P.H. and be electric powered). Aircraft that exceed either of these restrictions will be required to use the pilot stations. (See diagram.) I. Multi-rotor Drones (Quadcopters, etc) J. Helicopters K. Gliders 17. Pilots of different types of aircraft in the alternate flying area shall coordinate flight patterns. If no plan has been discussed, different types shall take turns flying. Cooperation between different pilots is a must. 18. The established club frequency control plan for all frequencies, other than 2.4 GHz, will be in force at all times and frequency pins will be displayed by the pilot when flying. 19. Gasoline powered aircraft must have an engine shut-off system, operable from the transmitter, in addition to any direct manual throttle-kill ability.

Student Instruction Rules 1. All flight instruction will be accomplished by Designated Instructors. 2. Any student pilot wishing to solo must pass a check flight by an Examiner. 3. Any pilot who has not soloed (passed a check flight) may not fly unless under the supervision of a Designated Instructor. 4. The check flight will consist of the following maneuvers within the designated flying area A. Controlled take-off (for helicopter: hover). B. Turn to enter pattern. C. Fly horizontal figure 8. D. Perform a simulated dead stick (helicopter: auto rotation). E. Perform simulated full scale avoidance. F. Demonstrate a landing approach in both directions. G. Perform a landing and taxi to full stop. H. A verbal examination of procedures and safety. 5. The following aircraft classes will be in effect for the purpose of soloing by pilots: A. Park Flyer B. Gas/Glow/Large Electric (Qualifies one for Park Flyer certification.) C. Helicopter D. Multirotor 6. Designated Instructors will be approved by the Chief Instructor after demonstrating the following abilities: 7. Instructors A. Good communication skills B. Good piloting habits C. Ability to recover from unusual flight attitudes on behalf of the student. A. A Designated Instructor is any member with the ability to instruct and approved by the Chief Instructor. Any member wishing to instruct shall obtain approval of the Chief Instructor, whether they participate in the club training program or independently. The club shall maintain a list of Designated Instructors, but does not distribute their contact info unless they volunteer as an Active Instructor (see below). B. An Active Instructor is a Designated Instructor who is active in support of the club training program as a service to student pilots. Active Instructors are

volunteers who support the training program as designated by the Chief Pilot. They are listed on the instructor roster for student pilots to contact. C. The Chief Instructor is an experienced instructor designated by the Board of Directors to organize, authorize, and coordinate the Club Training Program as a service to student pilots. 8. Examiners will be active instructors and/or those experienced individuals designated by the Board. A student s check flight may be conducted by any instructor/examiner other than the student s primary instructor. 9. Soloing on one class limits a pilot to that class of aircraft. To gain additional classes an individual must solo in that type also. The board reserves the right to have any member re-qualified. These rules are designed for your safety. Please be respectful to your fellow pilots, courteous to our guests, and helpful to our youth. Thank you.

DELAND GOLDEN HAWKS RC CLUB Release and Hold Harmless Agreement First Name MI Last Name Birth Date Address City State Zip Code Home Phone Work Phone Cell Phone Email I wish to participate in activities offered by DeLand Golden Hawks Radio Control Club, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as DRCC) at the flying site situated on City of Deland Airport Property. I certify that I am aware of all of the inherent dangers of DRCC activities including but not limited to: weather conditions, inexperience, accidents or illness in remote areas without medical facilities, the actions of any other members, any participants or any other persons, all of which may result in personal injury, including death, property damage, or other losses. In consideration for the right to participate in DRCC activities, I HEREBY RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS THE CITY OF DELAND, DRCC AND ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, INSTRUCTORS AND MEMBERS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH MY PARTICIPATION IN ANY DRCC ACTIVITIES AND FURTHER AGREE TO RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS DRCC AND ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, INSTRUCTORS AND MEMBERS FROM ALL LIABILITY, CLAIMS AND CAUSES OF ACTION WHICH I MAY HAVE ARISING FROM MY PARTICIPATION IN DRCC ACTIVITIES. The terms of this agreement will serve as a release and hold harmless for my heirs, personal representatives, and for all members of my family, including minors. I further state that I am (18) years of age or older and legally competent to sign this release and hold harmless agreement, that I understand these terms are contractual and not merely recital, and that I have signed this document as my own free act. (Parents or legal guardians must sign for all persons under (18) years of age). I HAVE BEEN INFORMED OF THE CONTENTS OF THIS RELEASE AND HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT BY READING IT BEFORE SIGNING IT. Any guest operating radio controlled aircraft or helicopters must be a current AMA member and must sign this agreement before flying at the DRCC facility. Any guest not a current member of AMA must sign the agreement and MUST FLY ON A BUDDY BOX WITH A QUALIFIED DRCC PILOT. PRINT Applicant NAME AMA Number Applicant Signature Date

I have read, or will read, and abide by the DeLand Golden Hawks Radio Control Club rules, regulations and bylaws before participating in any club activity or attempting to fly a radio controlled model aircraft at the DeLand Radio Control Club field. I will abide by the AMA safety code, rules and regulations and agree to maintain a DeLand Golden Hawks Radio Control Club membership and AMA membership while participating in club activities. Signed Date Signed Date (Parent or Guardian if under 18 years of age) Witness (DRCC Board Member/Officer)

THE DELAND GOLDEN HAWKS R/C CLUB APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP NAME: DATE: ADDRESS: PHONE: E-MAIL: YEARS IN R/C: Date of Birth: Spouse: PLEASE GIVE REFERENCES 1. PHONE: 2. PHONE: Please list any personal skills (i.e. carpenter, electrician, public speaking, etc.) In the past ten years, if you have been active in other R/C clubs please, list them along with a contact person and phone number. Payment according to the dues schedule must accompany this application which must be submitted to the Board of Directors for approval/rejection. Meetings are held at the Lutheran Retirement Center on McDonald Avenue in DeLand, Florida on the second Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., September, November, January, March and May. You must be a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics in order to join the club. See: http://modelaircraft.org/ Every new member signing this application agrees to be responsible for his or her obligation of maintaining our flying site, helping at club events, or any function requiring club personnel. I agree to serve as deemed necessary by DRCC. For additional information contact webmaster@delandrcclub.com By signing, you agree to abide by the safety rules and Club Bylaws. SIGNATURE: AMA # SIGNATURE: of junior member s parent or guardian 2018 DeLand RC Club, Inc.