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Field GPS Coordinates :
49°53'46.00" N 97°23'22.59" W |
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The WHAM model airfield consists of four major parts: runways, pits, pilot stations and the frequency board. Each part works in harmony to provide safe operations for everyone's flying enjoyment. At WHAM, safety is our highest priority! WHAM has a set of WHAM Airfield Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's). The Airfield SOP's are printed on a yellow pamphlet and are handed out to each members. The SOP's can also be read on this site .A 24" x 36" sign at the east pit, reminds flyers about safety, how the airfield operates and what is generally expected of each flyer.
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| For everyone's flying enjoyment, please note the following: |
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- MAAC or AMA membership is required to fly at WHAM. MAAC safety code will be followed
- Frequency board will be in use at all times. Your frequency pin must be labeled with your name and channel #.
- Use caution when running engines in pits, ensure your prop arc is clear of people.
- Prevailing wind will determine the active runway and pilot station.
- When on the flight line - announce your "takeoffs", landings, & dead sticks, communicate your intentions.
- Retrieve downed models when safe to do so, do not fly over people retrieving models.
- No smoking in the pits, place butts and garbage in garbage cans.
- Keep driveway clear of vehicles.
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| West Pit Procedure (after 4:00pm and dry field): |
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- At 4:00pm, if the field is dry, the west pit will open and the east pit will close.
- After 4:00pm, all vehicles shall proceed to the west side, yield for aircraft traffic when passing the runways.
- April 2003 update - Access to the West Pit is via the new crossing at the creek and along the north Berm, pilots shall fly away from approaching vehicles.
- For safe west pit operations, all vehicles and persons must be on the west side.
- Stand up and use the west pit frequency board. Lay down the west pit frequency board at the end of the day.
- Wet field means no access to the west; thus the west pit will not be active. Stay on the east side when wet!
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