2020 SIG fly-In Rules

1)         All applicable AMA and FCC regulations governing the pilot, his aircraft and equipment, and his conduct while on the field will be enforced.  Consideration for the safety of spectators, fun fly personnel, and other flyers is of the utmost importance.  Any hazardous flying over a controlled spectator area will be cause for immediate grounding.

2)         This event is a family-style Fun Fly, with the emphasis on safe fun flying and camaraderie.  There will be ample open flying opportunities for all registered pilots.  This is not a contest.

3)         This Fly-In is AMA sanctioned.  You must show a valid AMA license when you check in at the flying site.  If you are not currently an AMA member, new AMA membership applications will be available at the site.

4)         Each registered pilot may bring and fly as many different R/C model airplanes as he wishes, as long as each model meets all pertinent AMA guidelines.  Maximum engine size is 6.0 cu.in.  Maximum weight with fuel is 55 pounds. 

5)         All AMA legal frequencies will be allowed at this Fly-In.  This includes the use of all 50 channels (both odd and even numbers) in the entire 72 mhz. and 2.4 ghz. band.  In over 40 years of R/C activity, there have been no known frequency issues at SIG FIELD.

6)         All transmitters and receivers must meet narrow-band standards.  As part of the registration form, the pilot will sign a statement indicating that his radio equipment meets the guidelines for narrow-band operation.

7)         Safety first!  Each contestant is required to have a spotter/pitman with him at all times while on the flight line.

8)         The SIG Field is located 1-1/2 miles south of Montezuma, Iowa on U.S. 63.  Montezuma is located 8 miles south of Exit 191 off Interstate 80.  It is approximately 60 miles east of Des Moines and 110 miles west of Davenport.  The address is 5119 Highway 63. 

SIG Field Latitude:  41.54984  N   Longitude:  -92.53518  W

9)         Pre-registration is encouraged.  You may obtain an official entry form from:

EVENTS FOR THE 2020 SIG R/C FLY-IN

INTERCEPT MISSION:

FLY ANYTHING  -  DETAILS AT THE FIELD

SUPER TURF TAG: 

This is an airborne version of musical chairs and will be flown in rounds.  Up to 6 contestants get airborne and orbit away from field.  At the sound of the horn they must do a touch and GO.  Last man down and any that can't go are eliminated.  Continue until only one man left.  Winner of the heat advances to next round.

POKER FLY:

Five Card Draw Game to encourage airtime for all flyers and make a better show for spectators.  Rules will be made available at the SIG Field.

SATURDAY NIGHT SLOW-FLY:  For all electric park and slow flyers. From 7:00 P.M. until dark is reserved for slow flying only.  Bring your park and slow fliers and enjoy an evening of silence.     

DIRECTIONS

Montezuma, Iowa is conveniently located off Interstate 80 at Exit 191.  It is approximately 60 miles east of DesMoines and 110 miles west of Davenport.  Take Exit 191, and turn south on U.S. 63.  Montezuma is eight miles south of the interstate.  SIG Field is located 1-1/2 miles south of downtown Montezuma on U.S. 63 and the address is 5119 Highway 63.