Achievement Schemes
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At Gateshead
Model
Flying Club we ask all inexperienced new members to complete a series
of flying manoeuvres
using a 'Buddy Box' dual control system to ensure all aircraft are
flown in a
safe manner.
On completion the pilot is presented with the Clubs' 'Solo Flying
Certificate'.
Solo Flying Certificate Manoeuvres
| 1. Fly a Basic Circuit. |
A basic
circuit should be flown in both an anti-clockwise and clockwise
direction without any noticeable loss of height.
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| 2. Circuit Transition. | A basic
circuit should be flown in either a clockwise or anti-clockwise
direction from a given point without any noticeable loss of height. |
| 3. Figure of Eight. | A flat
figure of eight should be flown with the cross over point immediately
in front of the pilot. Again there should be no noticeable loss
of height. |
| 4. Climbing, Diving & Stalling. | This
section demonstrates the pilots ability to control the height of the
aircraft using the throttle and will also show his/her ability to
recognise a stall and take the necessary action to maintain control of
the aircraft. |
| 5. Take Off. | The pilot
should be able to consistently control the aircraft on the ground so as
to achieve a take off into wind. |
| 6. Landing. | The pilot
should be able to consistently perform a controlled landing approach
and touch down into wind within a designated area. |
| 7. Dead Stick Landing. | The pilot
should be able to land the aircraft into wind and touch down within a
designated area when the aircraft engine is idling or shut down. |
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Members are also encouraged to pass the B.M.F.A. Achievement Scheme “A” and “B” tests.
Click the B.M.F.A. logo to find out more information. |
