The Fayette Flyers 
of Georgia

The Fly Paper
On the WEB News for Radio Control Modelers

of Fayette County, Georgia.
 http://members.aol.com/ffly98/fayetteflyers.html In This Issue: Ahhhh, Beautiful Weather. Finally

October 1999 If you have access to this on the WEB and are still getting it by U.S. MAIL we need to know, send an email to Eschlumber@aol.com. It saves a bunch of time and money.

The FLY Paper is posted the week following the Club Meeting.

RENEW YOUR AMA AND CLUB MEMBERSHIP NOW!!!!!!!!

Up Coming Events to plan for: This one is a MUST!!!

Nov 20 - SATURDAY  Toys for Tots Fun Fly (AMA Sanctioned) Rain day Sunday Nov 21 - This is open to all flying. An entrance fee of a  New Toy  valued at least $10. Or a Donation of cash or check  for the same. This Annual Event has had a great turnout in the past  supporting The U.S.M.C.Toys for Tots program. 100% of proceeds go to Toys for Tots.

Recognize this Place? Changed maybe alittle for the better? This was from Nov. 1997 Toys for Tots.
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Dec 12th  Arrive about 6pm. Annual Christmas Dinner - A great time to spread the Seasons cheer, The last years have proved to be a really Fun time with good food and a steal a gift aftermath. Location is same as last year," The Gathering Place" Peachtree City, Ga. Next to the Ampitheater. A small cover charge will be required. ONE NOT TO MISS!!! Bring the family. PLEASE let Ernie know who's coming.

NO MEETING DECEMBER - MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE TEAM MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL TIME  deadline January 1, 2000  see the new bylaws.

PRESIDENT’S CORNER

The hot weather has finally broke and the temperatures are much more bearable. This is bringing many of you out of the house and to the flying field, good to see you there again! This past Thursday was the last meeting to be held at the flying field until spring and we finished it with flashlights so Ernie could take notes!

[Following the meeting our SCHEDULED NIGHT FLY was again flown by Bill Divens and Tommy Vinci flying a Lighted Playboy, Ernie Schlumberger and HIS incredible Lighted PT-Electric, and me [Randy] with my Chandelier Class Spectra 2 meter sailplane and a new comer a Lighted Wingo. We had a HOOT, ya all need to try this.] Jaye Tomlinson flew and landed the Wingo to gain his Night Fly patch.

The next meeting we will nominate officers for the next year. Voting on the officers will be at the November meeting. A reminder! Club dues for the coming year can be paid now and are due before January 1, 2000. They are now $50.00.

Ernest Fleming has volunteered to head up a committee to seek out alternatives to our current runway. The recent survey sent out to the club membership came back that we did not want a paved surface, but we did want to see improvement to our current situation. This has been a much-discussed topic for many months, and has caused many of the club membership a lot of heartburn. Please, if you can offer Ernest help. Remember that he volunteered to head the committee, not be the committee! I am convinced that we will improve our situation. I am also convinced that some are not going to be happy no matter what we do. I think that is called "life"!

The Prez

Meeting Minutes: September 30, 1999 by Ernie Schlumberger - Secretary

The Meeting was called to order at 7:40PM by President Tommy Vinci. Tommy went over the finances for Treasurer Roy Collins who could not attend. The club had $280.00 income from membership dues. There was $1080.00 in expenses from field maintenance and Bulldog Johnny. This leaves the club with total assets of $6985.44. There were 20 members and 2 member applicants in attendance.

Tommy then discussed the Fall Fun Fly on October 2, 1999. Charles Perkins and David Miles were to provide food and drinks and asked everyone to bring a covered dish or desert to eat. Tommy also reported that the club had renewed its IMAA sanctioning.

[The Fun Fly went well from what I could see. Thanks to Charles for cooking again as always and those that brought covered dishes. I did see about 4 major air incidents in the course of about an hour later in the day. Most if not all were from what appeared stalling in a tight turn low to the ground either on final or on a go around. No one was hurt except some pride and at least 1 that I know of will fly again. Big planes low and slow get dirty fast if the lift isn't there. One nice thing, everyone will learn from the experience.]

Vice President Randy Hawkins talked about the upcoming Toys for Tots Fun Fly on November 20, 1999. There would be a $10 donation or new toy donated for the cost of flying that day. Randy also reminded everyone of the Christmas party coming up on December 12, 1999.

Old Business:

Tommy announced the results of the runway survey. The NO’s won by a margin of 29 to 24. This meant that out of 133 members only 24 actually wanted a paved runway. He also said that we are now going to look into other ways to improve the runway. We definitely want to improve the current runway, but it looks like the majority doesn’t want a paved one. Ernest Fleming spoke up and said that we should appoint a runway improvement committee. Tommy asked if he would like the job and he accepted. Ernest will head up the committee and any suggestions or questions about the runway should be directed his way.

The motion to raise the dues was then presented for a vote. The motion passed with all but 5 members in attendance voting for it. As of this date the renewal dues are now set at $50.00 per year.

New Business:

Don’t forget the renewal period begins October 1st thru December 31st. Those renewing after that will be charged a $10 late fee. Those not renewing prior to March 31st will be dropped from current member status and will have to rejoin like a new member.

Broken Prop:

Neil Hagley was nominated for a SAD patch for his Extra 300. The airplane ended up out of range due to the antenna not being extended all the way. Also Gene Norman was nominated for losing his Cap 232 ARF while on a buddy cord by not taking over in time to save it. It was put to a vote and Neil won for this month.

New Members:

There were 2 new members this month: Mark Mclean and Andy Peryan. Please welcome them into the club and they will be in need of a trainer to help them out.

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FAYETTE FLYERS RADIO CONTROL BY-LAWS

I. Purpose: To further the sport of radio controlled model aviation in Fayette County by giving aid and assistance to persons expressing an interest in the area of model aviation.

II. Objective: To provide sufficient organization to insure safety of persons and property and compliance with the requirements of all governing bodies involved with the operation of this club and its flying site.

III. Requirements for Membership:

Must read, understand, and abide by these By-Laws and Safety Rules of this club.

Membership will be unlimited in number.

Must hold a current membership in the Academy of Model Aeronautics (A.M.A.).

Initial club membership fee is $85.00 ($35.00 initiation + $50.00 1st year dues) for family or [$65.00 ($15.00 initiation + $50.00 1st year dues) for junior membership]. Yearly Renewal dues will be Fifty dollars ($50.00) for either membership. A junior is defined as less than 18 years old and the only flyer in that household. A family is defined as those persons related by marriage, blood, or adoption and residing in the same residence. All renewals must be paid by December 31st. A late fee of $10.00 will be added after January 1st. After March 31st the member will be removed from the roster and will have to pay a re-initiation fee of $35.00 + annual dues to renew.

Visiting flyers to the club may visit four (4) times before being required to join. Any exception will be made at the discretion of the Executive Council.

IV. Club Officers:

President – will preside over monthly meetings, called meetings, and fill officer vacancies by appointment from the club roster. The President will not vote except in the case of a tie.

Vice-President – will serve in the absence of the President.

Secretary - is the liaison between the Club and A.M.A. governing Body, keeps minutes of all meetings and maintains a roster of club members.

Treasurer – receives all moneys associated with the club. Furnishes Quarterly statement at the regular monthly meeting for Audit by three (3) Club members. Provides the Secretary with a list of paid members in a timely manner.

Public Affairs Officer – Promotes the club to the public and A.M.A. District vice-president.

The Executive Committee is made up of the Club officers and is the Board of Directors of the Corporation.

Election of Officers:

Nominations for Club Officers will be made at the regular club meeting in October.

Election of Club Officers will be at the regular Club meeting in November and will be by a majority vote of members present and voting. Officers elected will assume office in December.

V. Safety Rules and Regulations:

Under no circumstances will any alcoholic beverage be allowed anywhere on the site inside the gate post at the entrance to the field by any member, guest, or spectator during flying.

A.M.A. Safety Code and all posted Field Rules must be adhered to in all instances.

All Club members are in effect "Safety Officers" and will assist in eliminating unsafe conditions.

Each member will be responsible for any damage he/she may cause. Any damages caused by a minor member will be the responsibility of the minor member’s parent(s) or guardian. The group will not be jointly responsible for any damages caused by an individual(s) of this group.

Any complaint that is filed against the operation of the Club shall be made in writing to the Executive committee and will be disposed of by that group in a closed session within fifteen (15) days.

All motions that change the By-Laws will be voted on at the next regular meeting following the meeting in which the motion is made and will be stated in the Flypaper prior to that meeting.

By-Laws may be amended by a majority vote of members present at regular meetings or a special meeting of the Club and any form of amendments or changes in By-Laws shall be posted in the Fly Paper and web site within thirty (30) days.

A special meeting of the Club may be called by any member of the Executive Committee and at least three (3) executive members must be present.

 

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