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The "come and try
rules" for clubs.
Commencing 1st July 2009. $500 is available to clubs as a one off rebate for the purpose of attracting new members. This is to be spent on a model aircraft and/or equipment suitable for instructing a beginner. The club must show how it intends to advertise for participants, produce invoices for the model and equipment purchased and it's goals. Briefly describe reasons for the need to attract more members. It is suggested that the model and equipment be used and kept as a club trainer if numerous events are held. Alternately the model could be raffled off as a means of attracting more interest. A form for this purpose (004) is available under “FORMS” and must include invoices and any other material relevant to the application. At the conclusion of these events please write a brief description of the outcome and post or email to the Treasurer. The underlying theme for these events, is to grow the membership. Before planning an event please consult with the Treasurer as this may save time and questions at a later date. Pilots safety enclosure $500 is available to clubs as a one off rebate towards the cost of erecting a pilots safety enclosure. A form for this purpose (004) is available under “FORMS” and must include invoices along with a description of the planned enclosure setting out sizes and distance from runways. This is a worthwhile project and can vastly improve safety at clubs. Before planning your enclosure please consult with the Treasurer as this may save time and questions at a later date.
Grants and Loans Clubs are also encouraged to make representation to the MAAQ for financial assistance. Please contact the Treasurer for guidance before submitting an application. Setting up a new club. Contact the Secretary for assistance. Public flying displays. Contact the Secretary for assistance. Record keeping. Contact the Treasurer for a copy of the MAAA data base system. Your computer needs Office Professional 2003 or later to run this package. For those Clubs with the Data Base needing a copy of the instructions on how to load the system, click on installation help. Each year the Data Base must be "rolled over" to the next year. Down load these instructions or contact the Treasurer/Registrar for help. An easy to use cash recording system called E record can be downloaded for free from the A.T.O Contact The Treasurer for help. On the A.T.O. home page type e record into the search box at the top of the page. Follow instructions. A hard copy is also available for free. Contact the Treasurer for a list of duties performed by the Treasurer also the Secretary for guidance with Secretarial matters. Definition of a Junior "A person who turns 18 on the 1st July or after remains a Junior until the following renewal year" Wings and other ratings. National Overview. The Wings program is under the control of the State/Territory SFI'S (Senior Flight Instructors) . who in turn are under the control of the National CFI. (Chief Flying Instructor who reports direct to the MAAA). The State/Territory SFI's make up the Flight Training Sub Committee. The National CFI is Chairman of the Flight Training Sub Committee and is elected from one of the State/Territory SFI's. State Overview. At club level, generally instructing and wings testing is carried out by MAAA approved Instructors. An Instructor rating is awarded after attending and passing courses run by the State SFI and RC Administrator (Northern Region) in QLD. Queensland has a Northern RC Administrator under the guidance of the State SFI to administer the Wings System within the Northern region of QLD Contact the State SFI for more information. cfi@maaq.org To assist members gain their wings Pilot Log Books are available from the State SFI. These are usually given out by Club Instructors when flight instruction is commenced. Club Secretaries could also have some on hand making them available to all new members. (depending on specific Club policies) The completed Wings test forms are sent to the State's SFI for his records, and despatch of wings badge/s and certificate/s to the recipient or the Club if requested. Once a member has gained either their Bronze, Gold or Instructor wings, in either of the following facets of the sport:, Glider, Helicopter. Fixed Wing, Rocketry, the club Registrar should be notified so that the information can be recorded on the Club's Data Base. This ensures recognition of the members new status will be printed on their membership card the following year. For a list of phone numbers and email addresses go to the home page and click on "Committee". Half Yearly Memberships. Half yearly membership is available to all new members joining after January 1st up until the renewal period commencing 1st July. Previous members who have been absent for at least 1 full membership year ( July to June) are also entitled to this discount if rejoining after January 1st up until the renewal period commencing 1 July. Delta Darts. Contact the SFI (Michael Snabaitis) email:
cfi@maaq.org for advice on how to obtain these free rubber powered models that can be used
for educational purposes, either at your club or at venues suitable for
educating young people, for example Schools and Scout Halls. These are
not to be given out unless a Club member attends and runs a course. Application form for new club members. The application form provided is a guide only, but can be used as a starting point. MAAQ Organisation Chart. This chart shows all members of the various committees, sub- committees and people involved with the MAAA from the MAAQ view point. This chart can be down loaded by clicking the link. Registering a Flying Field. Download and fill in the "Field Registration" Form from the "Forms" section or click here. Note: There is an $80 fee payable to CASA for this service. Post your form to the Secretary who will advise when this fee is required.
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