stinkweed007
05-26-2007, 07:46 PM
GLOBETROTTER
RULES
&
GUIDELINES
Per the Project Globetrotter (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19141) discussion thread, this is the summary of the project, and its rules. They should be common sense to everyone, but it is necessary to state them all.
Summary
Pilots of WattFlyer will all play a part in the flying and passing on of 1 electric plane, in a general eastward direction, The plane will be flown, photographed, marked and logged by each pilot, until it completely circumnavigates the planet.
This will be the First time such a feat was completed by an international group of volunteer R/C pilots.
Her design is that of a Wing Dragon / BeginAir / Junior Fly pro 4ch frame. And her name is WattFlyer Global 1 (WG1).
Rules / Requirements when Pilot receives WG1
1-Pilot is required to make a minimum of 2 photos of WG1, at least 1 must clearly contain the pilot, WG1 and a recognizable local land mark identifying the location of the pilot. These photos will be posted in the MISSION thread at WattFlyer as soon as the pilot is able. The other is requested, not required, to be an in-flight photo from the ground.Other photos are more than welcome and encouraged. post 50 pictures if you like!!
2-Pilot is required to make a complete entry in the WG1 Log book. The pilot may decorate their page as they please but all fields should be filled out to ensure its authenticity for the project. The only personal information requested in the log is Pilot’s First initial, Last name, city, state/province, country. The rest is flight info..
3-Pilot can allow friends or other enthusiasts to participate (ie local club members) but the additional pilot, now being on the project, must also log, photograph WG1 and post on WattFlyer. This may require the added pilot to create a profile on WattFlyer (ie stinkweed’s pal) for posting.
4-Pilot may upgrade the electrics (motor, batteries, servos, ESC) but with the understanding that this modification, and support equipment (ie compatible battery charger) will remain with the aircraft and passed along so that the next pilot receives a (less TX/RX) flight ready aircraft. Any charging device MUST be able to use 12 VDC (car battery) power. No exceptions. Proposed modifications must be discussed and agreed upon in the thread BEFORE the pilot installs their upgrade. All donated upgrades are of the pilots free will. Pilot should not expect to be compensated for upgrades and repairs.
5-Temporary modifications to WG1 will present un-due wear or damage to WG1 (ie “I just wanted to try this motor”) This is a project aircraft, not a test craft, temporary modifications are strongly discouraged.
5a-Exception: Cameras and Video equipment for Aerial Photography (AP) and Aerial Video (AV) do not have to remain with the aircraft. However, If an AP or AV set is donated to WG1, then it MUST remain with WG1, as well as necessary accessories, throughout her journey even if non functional. Broken camera gear may/should be returned to he/she who donated it, or through Stinkweed007.
6-Pilot is requested to place a small sticker of the pilot's internationally recognized country on WG1, but in such a way that the overall function of WG1 is not impaired. Please do not put a flag sticker on if your country's flag already exists.
7-Pilot is required to mark WG1 with their WF Screen name, location and flight date to corrispond to their log book entry. The pilot will use the provided marker to do so, this to ensure a uniform appearance.
8-Pilots wishing to join the project once underway should send a PM to Stinkweed007 and to smokejohnson, however can be, unfortunately, denied if pilot’s location greatly disrupts the general eastward travel of WG1. (denial example-WG1 is in Utah and a pilot from Hawaii wishes admission)
9-Pilot personal/sensitive information will NOT be shared in any part of the thread by any person(s) other than the pilots themselves if they wish to do so.
10-WG1 will be shipped, trying to keep the weight as low as possible. Participating pilots understand that they must use their own proven 3-4 channel radio system and receiver.
10a-WG1 MUST be shipped in a way that it can be tracked via online tracking, tracking numbers will be sent to Stinkweed007 and to smokejohnson via PM.
11-WG1 will NOT be fitted with any explosives, chemicals, pyrotechnics, fireworks, projectiles or propulsion devices (other than a single electric motor). Use of such items in this project, regardless if local law permits, is strictly prohibited for legal , safety and environmental reasons.
12-WG1 will be shipped 100% clean and free of dirt, mud, oil, corrosive chemicals or flammible chemicals in accordance with EPA and other simmilar federal/international standards.
13-WG1, throughout the project, is the personal property of Stinkweed007. However, the participating pilots fly her with the understanding that any damage to WG1 is 100% the flying pilot’s responsibility to repair. But, memorial parts (parts with markings or stickers from her trip) will continue to be shipped with WG1.
14-WattFlyer, the WattFlyer staff, Stinkweed007 assume absolutely no financial nor legal responsibility for damage to person or property during the flight of WG1 by the participating pilots. Local law, restrictions, AMA
and FAA guidelines apply to ALL pilots.
15-Financial assistance for shipping may be granted on an individual basis and will be coordinated through Stinkweed007. Reimbursement is the preferred method with a legitimate receipt of costs incurred. Costs of any shipping method which includes the transportation of the pilot or other persons (ie car, boat, train, flight) is considered a personal decision by the pilot and will not be considered for reimbursement unless no other shipping means were available. These issues will be handled via Private Message because the public displaying of rates and shipping invoices is commonly prohibited by most parcel services.
16-Promotional items, public or private memento’s, Commercial, Political or Obscene markings and advertisements or anything other than the items needed to log or fly WG1 are Forbidden due to weight, preference, and unwelcome solicitation.
17-The shipping box should remain in decent shipping condition.
17a-Pilots are encouraged to place stickers on the INSIDE of the shipping container but following the guideline in item #16.
17b-Do not place any 'tourist' stickers on the exterior of the box, this should prevent theft of WG1 by any persons of any postal/delivery service.
Plain text
This is not a race, but pilots are requested to participate with a Receive, Photograph, Fly, Log, Post, Send as quickly as they are able frame of mind. It is requested that pilots prepare for the arrival of WG1 by saving a bit of money prior. It is requested that WG1 spend no longer than 1 week at any one location.
Use good judgment while flying so that a positive light remains on the project and its pilots. Do not push the limits and do something crazy which stops the project or gets you in trouble.
The Confederate flag is NOT an Internationally recognized Country flag. While some believe “The south may rise again..” it aint happened yet.
This is an INTERNATIONAL project. There will be absolutely no defacing altering or destroying of entries, symbols or other objects on the basis of Nationality, Religious belief, Political views, Race or Gender.
Point of Contact for this project is Stinkweed007 (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/member.php?u=9780)
and smokejohnson (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/member.php?u=11182).
This project has no, and will no longer request, sponsorship or endorsement.
The project, respectfully, has no affiliation nor endorsement to or from
The Harlem Globetrotters ™
Parkflyers ™
Hobby Lobby International ™
Conrad Electronic SE
Links
PROJECT GLOBETROTTER (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19141) pre maiden discussion/planning.
MISSION GLOBETROTTER (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20343) post maiden journey.
RULES
&
GUIDELINES
Per the Project Globetrotter (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19141) discussion thread, this is the summary of the project, and its rules. They should be common sense to everyone, but it is necessary to state them all.
Summary
Pilots of WattFlyer will all play a part in the flying and passing on of 1 electric plane, in a general eastward direction, The plane will be flown, photographed, marked and logged by each pilot, until it completely circumnavigates the planet.
This will be the First time such a feat was completed by an international group of volunteer R/C pilots.
Her design is that of a Wing Dragon / BeginAir / Junior Fly pro 4ch frame. And her name is WattFlyer Global 1 (WG1).
Rules / Requirements when Pilot receives WG1
1-Pilot is required to make a minimum of 2 photos of WG1, at least 1 must clearly contain the pilot, WG1 and a recognizable local land mark identifying the location of the pilot. These photos will be posted in the MISSION thread at WattFlyer as soon as the pilot is able. The other is requested, not required, to be an in-flight photo from the ground.Other photos are more than welcome and encouraged. post 50 pictures if you like!!
2-Pilot is required to make a complete entry in the WG1 Log book. The pilot may decorate their page as they please but all fields should be filled out to ensure its authenticity for the project. The only personal information requested in the log is Pilot’s First initial, Last name, city, state/province, country. The rest is flight info..
3-Pilot can allow friends or other enthusiasts to participate (ie local club members) but the additional pilot, now being on the project, must also log, photograph WG1 and post on WattFlyer. This may require the added pilot to create a profile on WattFlyer (ie stinkweed’s pal) for posting.
4-Pilot may upgrade the electrics (motor, batteries, servos, ESC) but with the understanding that this modification, and support equipment (ie compatible battery charger) will remain with the aircraft and passed along so that the next pilot receives a (less TX/RX) flight ready aircraft. Any charging device MUST be able to use 12 VDC (car battery) power. No exceptions. Proposed modifications must be discussed and agreed upon in the thread BEFORE the pilot installs their upgrade. All donated upgrades are of the pilots free will. Pilot should not expect to be compensated for upgrades and repairs.
5-Temporary modifications to WG1 will present un-due wear or damage to WG1 (ie “I just wanted to try this motor”) This is a project aircraft, not a test craft, temporary modifications are strongly discouraged.
5a-Exception: Cameras and Video equipment for Aerial Photography (AP) and Aerial Video (AV) do not have to remain with the aircraft. However, If an AP or AV set is donated to WG1, then it MUST remain with WG1, as well as necessary accessories, throughout her journey even if non functional. Broken camera gear may/should be returned to he/she who donated it, or through Stinkweed007.
6-Pilot is requested to place a small sticker of the pilot's internationally recognized country on WG1, but in such a way that the overall function of WG1 is not impaired. Please do not put a flag sticker on if your country's flag already exists.
7-Pilot is required to mark WG1 with their WF Screen name, location and flight date to corrispond to their log book entry. The pilot will use the provided marker to do so, this to ensure a uniform appearance.
8-Pilots wishing to join the project once underway should send a PM to Stinkweed007 and to smokejohnson, however can be, unfortunately, denied if pilot’s location greatly disrupts the general eastward travel of WG1. (denial example-WG1 is in Utah and a pilot from Hawaii wishes admission)
9-Pilot personal/sensitive information will NOT be shared in any part of the thread by any person(s) other than the pilots themselves if they wish to do so.
10-WG1 will be shipped, trying to keep the weight as low as possible. Participating pilots understand that they must use their own proven 3-4 channel radio system and receiver.
10a-WG1 MUST be shipped in a way that it can be tracked via online tracking, tracking numbers will be sent to Stinkweed007 and to smokejohnson via PM.
11-WG1 will NOT be fitted with any explosives, chemicals, pyrotechnics, fireworks, projectiles or propulsion devices (other than a single electric motor). Use of such items in this project, regardless if local law permits, is strictly prohibited for legal , safety and environmental reasons.
12-WG1 will be shipped 100% clean and free of dirt, mud, oil, corrosive chemicals or flammible chemicals in accordance with EPA and other simmilar federal/international standards.
13-WG1, throughout the project, is the personal property of Stinkweed007. However, the participating pilots fly her with the understanding that any damage to WG1 is 100% the flying pilot’s responsibility to repair. But, memorial parts (parts with markings or stickers from her trip) will continue to be shipped with WG1.
14-WattFlyer, the WattFlyer staff, Stinkweed007 assume absolutely no financial nor legal responsibility for damage to person or property during the flight of WG1 by the participating pilots. Local law, restrictions, AMA
and FAA guidelines apply to ALL pilots.
15-Financial assistance for shipping may be granted on an individual basis and will be coordinated through Stinkweed007. Reimbursement is the preferred method with a legitimate receipt of costs incurred. Costs of any shipping method which includes the transportation of the pilot or other persons (ie car, boat, train, flight) is considered a personal decision by the pilot and will not be considered for reimbursement unless no other shipping means were available. These issues will be handled via Private Message because the public displaying of rates and shipping invoices is commonly prohibited by most parcel services.
16-Promotional items, public or private memento’s, Commercial, Political or Obscene markings and advertisements or anything other than the items needed to log or fly WG1 are Forbidden due to weight, preference, and unwelcome solicitation.
17-The shipping box should remain in decent shipping condition.
17a-Pilots are encouraged to place stickers on the INSIDE of the shipping container but following the guideline in item #16.
17b-Do not place any 'tourist' stickers on the exterior of the box, this should prevent theft of WG1 by any persons of any postal/delivery service.
Plain text
This is not a race, but pilots are requested to participate with a Receive, Photograph, Fly, Log, Post, Send as quickly as they are able frame of mind. It is requested that pilots prepare for the arrival of WG1 by saving a bit of money prior. It is requested that WG1 spend no longer than 1 week at any one location.
Use good judgment while flying so that a positive light remains on the project and its pilots. Do not push the limits and do something crazy which stops the project or gets you in trouble.
The Confederate flag is NOT an Internationally recognized Country flag. While some believe “The south may rise again..” it aint happened yet.
This is an INTERNATIONAL project. There will be absolutely no defacing altering or destroying of entries, symbols or other objects on the basis of Nationality, Religious belief, Political views, Race or Gender.
Point of Contact for this project is Stinkweed007 (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/member.php?u=9780)
and smokejohnson (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/member.php?u=11182).
This project has no, and will no longer request, sponsorship or endorsement.
The project, respectfully, has no affiliation nor endorsement to or from
The Harlem Globetrotters ™
Parkflyers ™
Hobby Lobby International ™
Conrad Electronic SE
Links
PROJECT GLOBETROTTER (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19141) pre maiden discussion/planning.
MISSION GLOBETROTTER (http://www.wattflyer.com/forums/showthread.php?t=20343) post maiden journey.