AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code
Effective January 1, 2018
A model aircraft is a non-human-carrying device capable of sustained flight within visual line of sight of the pilot or spotter(s). It may not exceed limitations of this
code and is intended exclusively for sport, recreation, education and/or competition. All model flights must be conducted in accordance with this safety code and
related AMA guidelines, any additional rules specific to the flying site, as well as all applicable laws and regulations.
As an AMA member I agree:
• I will not fly a model aircraft in a careless or reckless manner.
• I will not interfere with and will yield the right of way to all human-
carrying aircraftusing AMA's See and Avoid Guidance and a spotter when
appropriate.
• I will not operate any model aircraft while I am under the influence of
alcohol or any drug that could adversely affect my ability to safely control
the model.
• I will avoid flying directly over unprotected people, moving vehicles, and
occupied structures.
• I will fly Free Flight (FF) and Control Line (CL) models in compliance with
AMA's safety programming.
• I will maintain visual contact of an RC model aircraft without enhancement
other than corrective lenses prescribed to me. When using an advanced
flight system, such as an autopilot, or flying First-Person View (FPV), I will
comply with AMA's Advanced Flight System programming.
Limited Warranty
What this Warranty Covers
Horizon Hobby, LLC, (Horizon) warrants to the original purchaser that the product
purchased (the "Product") will be free from defects in materials and workmanship
at the date of purchase.
What is Not Covered
This warranty is not transferable and does not cover (i) cosmetic damage, (ii)
damage due to acts of God, accident, misuse, abuse, negligence, commercial use,
or due to improper use, installation, operation or maintenance, (iii) modification
of or to any part of the Product, (iv) attempted service by anyone other than a
Horizon Hobby authorized service center, (v) Product not purchased from an
authorized Horizon dealer, or (vi) Product not compliant with applicable technical
regulations, or (vii) use that violates any applicable laws, rules, or regulations.
OTHER THAN THE EXPRESS WARRANTY ABOVE, HORIZON MAKES NO OTHER
WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, AND HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THE PURCHASER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THEY ALONE HAVE DETERMINED
THAT THE PRODUCT WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE
PURCHASER'S INTENDED USE.
Purchaser's Remedy
Horizon's sole obligation and purchaser's sole and exclusive remedy shall be that
Horizon will, at its option, either (i) service, or (ii) replace, any Product determined
by Horizon to be defective. Horizon reserves the right to inspect any and all
Product(s) involved in a warranty claim. Service or replacement decisions are at
the sole discretion of Horizon. Proof of purchase is required for all warranty claims.
SERVICE OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED UNDER THIS WARRANTY IS THE
PURCHASER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY.
Limitation of Liability
HORIZON SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL
OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, LOSS OF PROFITS OR PRODUCTION OR
COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS
BASED IN CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT, NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR
ANY OTHER THEORY OF LIABILITY, EVEN IF HORIZON HAS BEEN ADVISED OF
THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Further, in no event shall the liability of
Horizon exceed the individual price of the Product on which liability is asserted. As
Horizon has no control over use, setup, final assembly, modification or misuse, no
liability shall be assumed nor accepted for any resulting damage or injury. By the
act of use, setup or assembly, the user accepts all resulting liability. If you as the
purchaser or user are not prepared to accept the liability associated with the use
®
• I will only fly models weighing more than 55 pounds, including fuel, if
certified through AMA's Large Model Airplane Program.
• I will only fly a turbine-powered model aircraft in compliance with AMA's
Gas Turbine Program.
• I will not fly a powered model outdoors closer than 25 feet to any individual,
except for myself or my helper(s) located at the flightline, unless I am
taking off and landing, or as otherwise provided in AMA's Competition
Regulation.
• I will use an established safety line to separate all model aircraft operations
from spectators and bystanders.
of the Product, purchaser is advised to return the Product immediately in new and
unused condition to the place of purchase.
Law
These terms are governed by Illinois law (without regard to conflict of law
principals). This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. Horizon reserves the right to change or
modify this warranty at any time without notice.
WARRANTY SERVICES
Questions, Assistance, and Services
Your local hobby store and/or place of purchase cannot provide warranty support
or service. Once assembly, setup or use of the Product has been started, you
must contact your local distributor or Horizon directly. This will enable Horizon
to better answer your questions and service you in the event that you may need
any assistance. For questions or assistance, please visit our website at www.
horizonhobby.com, submit a Product Support Inquiry, or call the toll free telephone
number referenced in the Warranty and Service Contact Information section to
speak with a Product Support representative.
Inspection or Services
If this Product needs to be inspected or serviced and is compliant in the country
you live and use the Product in, please use the Horizon Online Service Request
submission process found on our website or call Horizon to obtain a Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number. Pack the Product securely using a
shipping carton. Please note that original boxes may be included, but are not
designed to withstand the rigors of shipping without additional protection. Ship
via a carrier that provides tracking and insurance for lost or damaged parcels,
as Horizon is not responsible for merchandise until it arrives and is accepted at
our facility. An Online Service Request is available at http://www.horizonhobby.
com/content/service-center_render-service-center. If you do not have internet
access, please contact Horizon Product Support to obtain a RMA number along
with instructions for submitting your product for service. When calling Horizon, you
will be asked to provide your complete name, street address, email address and
phone number where you can be reached during business hours. When sending
product into Horizon, please include your RMA number, a list of the included items,
and a brief summary of the problem. A copy of your original sales receipt must
be included for warranty consideration. Be sure your name, address, and RMA
number are clearly written on the outside of the shipping carton.
NOTICE: Do not ship LiPo batteries to Horizon. If you have any issue with a
LiPo battery, please contact the appropriate Horizon Product Support office.
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