Indoor Flying Activities at State College

Indoor flying at State College has taken place for Our Lady of Victory (OLV) School Gym and Holuba Hall on the Penn State Campus.

Flyers must be an SCRC Club Member and an AMA Member.
Visitors are welcome! watching is free.

At Holuba Hall:

There are Currently no planned dates for Holuba Hall:

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At Lady of Victory (OLV) School Gym:

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The scheduled 2011/2012 dates at Our Lady of Victory (OLV) School Gym are:

Sunday, October 16th            1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, November 13th        1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, December 4th           1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, January 8th               1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, January 22nd            1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, February 5th              1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, February 19th            1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, March 4th                    1:00 to 3:00

Sunday, March 18th                 1:00 to 3:00

SCRC INDOOR R/C GUIDELINES

1. All pilots are required to be a member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA).
2. Make it known to all that an area behind the “Flight Line” is the place that spectators will be (spectators could enter the Flight Line area at the fliers discretion.).
3. At no time should spectators venture into an active flying area, and fliers should enter only to retrieve a model after clearing it with any other active fliers.
4. A frequency control system must be employed (pins for frequency identification). Each transmitter must display frequency identification (other than 2.4).
5. Inspect your model before every flight to make certain it is airworthy. Be aware of any other radio frequency user who may present an interference problem.
6. All lithium type batteries must be charged and stored in a fireproof Container with a Secure Lid. A battery charging area defines where batteries shall be charged.
7. Sand containers for Li-PO battery fire retardant
8. Participants in any model operation will not consume alcoholic beverages prior to or during activities.
9. Guest’s privileges are extended through the member sponsorship. The SCRC member is responsible for their guest’s conduct. Flying guests visiting more than three times will be required to be a SCRC member.
10. Members and guests shall conduct themselves in a civil and sportsmanlike manner.
11. Flying shall only be done in the area designated for flying.
12. Models must be electric or rubber powered, or of any similar quiet means of propulsion. Aircraft shall have a maximum wing length of 36 inches with a 12 once weight limit. Larger / heavier aircraft may be flown at the site with approval of an SCRC officer or flight instructor. prior to any flight. Experience, skill and safety shall be considered in the Club Officer/Instructor’s determination.
13. Always be courteous and respectful of other users of your selected flight area.
14. Choose an area clear of obstacles and large enough to safely accommodate your flying activity.
15.   Make certain this area is clear of friends and spectators prior to launching your aircraft. Be aware of other activities in the vicinity of your flight path that could cause potential conflict.
16. Carefully plan your flight path prior to launch
17.  Compliance to these safety rules is the responsibility of each participant. SCRC members are responsible for quests.
18. First aid kits are to be carried by designated members.
19. Deliberate flying behind the safety line is prohibited.
20. Taxiing is not allowed in the pit area.
21. It is strongly recommended that members do not fly alone.
22. Abide by any and all established AMA National Model Aircraft Safety Code.
23. Children should not be permitted beyond the spectator area unless under the direct supervision of an adult or under flight instruction.
24. The established club frequency control plan will be in force at all times.

Gymnasium Floor Layout: