What Do I Need to Fly Here?

What's Required before I fly here?

• New pilots should read this first.
• Explains AMA membership, safety expectations, and what is required before flying at an AMA chartered field.

Flying Sites in Class G Airspace Granted Higher Altitudes

Flying Sites in Class G Airspace Granted Higher Altitudes

• Explains how some AMA flying sites may operate at higher altitudes under current FAA and CBO agreements.
• Useful for understanding airspace limits.

Airspace Classes Explained (Class A, B, C, D, E, G)

Airspace Classes Explained

• Plain-English explanation of U.S. airspace classes.
• Helps pilots understand where RC aircraft are allowed and what restrictions apply.

AMA Safety Handbook

AMA Safety Handbook

• The core safety rules for all AMA members.
• Required reading for anyone flying at an AMA field.

AMA Documents and Membership Manual

AMA Documents and Membership Manual

• Central location for AMA forms, membership policies, insurance information, and official publications.
• AMA is committed to providing valuable resources and information to RC Pilots.

AMA Intro Pilot Instructor Criteria

AMA Intro Pilot Instructor Criteria

• Defines requirements for becoming an AMA Intro Pilot and instructor.
• Relevant for club trainers and mentors.

AMA Tips for Newcomers

AMA New Pilot Guide

• Great starting guide for new members.
• Covers equipment basics, safety, and what to expect at a flying field.

• Big Sky Hobby – Resources For All Things RC
  Eagan, MN
• Hub Hobby – RC Products
  Richfield & Little Canada, MN
• Race Day Quads – Drone & FPV Resource
  Sarasota, FL
• Dynamic Balsa - Largest inventory of ready-to-fly kits, parts, and sport scale cockpit kits
  Lenore, IL. 61332

FAA Recreational Flyers & Community-Based Organization Rules

Federal Aviation Administration

• Official FAA rules for recreational drone and RC pilots.
• Covers TRUST test, registration, Remote ID, and operational requirements.
• All club members must comply.

FAA FAA Airspace categorization

FAA Airspace catgorization

• This document highlights the Airspace classifications by the FAA.

FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) Web App Viewer

FAA Interactive Airspace Map

• Use this map to verify that the TCRC Airpark and backup sites are within approved FRIA areas.
• Also shows current altitude limits and controlled airspace.
• In the map, top left corner type Jordan, MN into the search bar.

FCC / FAA Announcement on Foreign UAS Components

FCC / FAA Announcement on Foreign UAS Components

• Regulatory notice regarding uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and critical components manufactured outside the U.S..
• Informational for pilots using imported equipment.