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The Arizona Flying Circus celebrates freedom, but it is not lawless.
While we generally don't like rules, we also recognize that a large event requires some direction, so we have implemented just enough restrictions to keep the train from careening off the rails.
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Please read the following laws of MoTown:
GENERAL RULES
The AFC requires all guests (including pilots, spectators, and minors) who choose to attend the AFC agree to and abide by the following rules:
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All guests (including spectators, pilots, and vendors) who choose to visit Motown must sign the MoTown and AFC Release Waiver.
Enter and be at MoTown on your own responsibility and assume all risks, known & unknown.
Don't do anything that could harm people. When in doubt, ask MoTown management, a safety officer, or a MoTown Maniac (volunteer) first.
I understand that during the Arizona Flying Circus, art installations, rides, aircraft, vehicles, firearms, fireworks, pyrotechnics, and performances will be held and/or on display and I understand that these activities are not owned or operated by the Arizona Flying Circus and I assume all risks of injury or death arising from their operation. We do not vet or endorse any pilots or aircraft. Passengers accept all risks associated with riding in the Aircraft. These risks include property damage, personal injury, and death, which may result from, among other things, turbulence, mechanical, collision, equipment malfunctions, emergency landings, or accidents. The Passenger expressly assumes these risks.
Children must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult legal guardian and supervised at all times. Keep in mind, children may be exposed to language, nudity, or other inappropriate actions. Also, there are no safety rails around anything at MoTown, you are responsible for your children's safety!
Pets must be kept on a leash and supervised at all times. Waste must be immediately picked up. Excessive barking is not tolerated. You are responsible for your pet's safety!
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Non-flying, gas-powered vehicles (cars, RV's, motorcycles) allowed only in designated driveway & parking areas. For overflow parking, Safety Volunteers will guide ground vehicles to parking areas across the runway.
Gas-powered quads, dirt bikes, ATV's or other off-road type vehicles are not allowed at MoTown, nearby private property, or the bordering Sonoran Desert National Monument.
Electric and human-powered vehicles are allowed at Motown. Electric powered vehicles must have smooth tires only (no off-road, knobby tires allowed). 5mph maximum speed limit for electric and human powered vehicles at Motown.
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MoTown firewood can only be used by MoTown Management or Maniac's.
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Photographers, please respect pilot privacy and blur N-numbers on aircraft when publishing. See the photography terms on tickets.
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MoTown owners, management, or volunteers are not responsible for damaged, lost, or stolen items.
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If you are easily offended, MoTown is not the place for you. If you are offended you should immediately leave. If you stay, the offending action(s) will most likely get worse. However, this is not a license to be an annoying jackass. Respect others.
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Have fun!
FIREARMS
Never leave unsafe firearms unattended. Outside of the shooting range, all ammunition/firearms must be holstered or in a locked case or vehicle.
The use of the shooting range is only allowed during designated open hours.
Respect the Range Master(s). The Range Master(s) has the authority to evict anyone from the shooting range for any violation of these rules without refunds.
Always keep firearms pointed in a safe direction.
Always keep your finger off the trigger until ready to shoot.
Pets are not allowed at the shooting range.
Children under 5 years of age are not allowed at the shooting range. All children under 18 years of age must be supervised by an adult at all times.
Hearing and eye protection must be worn. (Including spectators)
Always keep your gun holstered or safe (unloaded - magazines removed and actions opened) until you are at the firing line and the range is declared "HOT."
Firearms must be holstered or safe (unloaded - magazines removed and actions opened) when entering or exiting the range.
Cease Firing: Immediately stop shooting when anyone calls "Cease firing."
Firearms must be safe (holstered or unloaded - magazines removed and actions opened) during a cease-fire.
COLD Range: Shooters must ensure firearms are holstered or unloaded, actions open, and laid down on the shooting bench before going downrange.
No one is permitted to handle firearms or stand at the firing line while there is a cold range.
Do not go down range unless given permission by the Range Master.
HOT Range: Shooters must check with others to ensure there is no one down range; when the range is declared "HOT" shooters are permitted to commence firing.
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Only shooters are permitted on the firing line. Shooters may move guns to and from the firing line only when the range is "HOT." All shooters are responsible for their rounds staying within the confines of this range.
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Shooters may shoot only from the firing line at the target in line with their position. Only one shooter per lane. (two lanes available)
Rangemaster approved soft targets only. No metal.
Respect the Range: Please place your trash into the trash receptacles and your spent brass into the recycling receptacles.
PILOTS
All pilots must follow FAA regulations.
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Paramotor and other ultralight pilots must follow FAA regulations Part 103.
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Paramotor pilots are advised to have at least a PPG 2 rating or equivalent.
Paramotor and other ultralight pilots must attend the daily pre-flight briefing.
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Paramotor pilots must remove their gear off the active flight areas immediately when not in use.
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Paramotor pilots are advised to launch and land in designated areas.
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Paramotor and other ultralight pilots are advised to only cross the active runway midfield at least 1,500 AGL.
Paramotor and other ultralight pilots are advised to use radio frequency 462.662 (FRS channel 5).
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GA and LSA pilots are advised to avoid flying around Motown when the paramotor/ balloons/ ultralights are flying. Please see the Schedule.
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GA and LSA pilots are advised to use aviation band 122.900.
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GA and LSA pilots should be aware of paramotors, parachutists and ultralight aircraft near MoTown Airport and have a shared responsibility to see and avoid each other.
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GA and LSA Pilots flying in must register at registration (entrance) immediately after landing.
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GA and LSA pilots are advised to notify MoTown Airport management or safety officers before landing or departure. 602-692-7995, 122.900.
PARACHUTING
All parachuting, including skydiving and wingsuits, must be in compliance with FAA regulations Part 105.
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Parachutists must receive permission from MoTown Airport management or safety officers before any jump. 602-692-7995, 122.900.
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Parachutists are advised to have at least a USPA B license.
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The minimum pack opening is 3,000 AGL.
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Parachutists and pilots have a shared responsibility to see and avoid each other.
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Parachutists are advised to land in designated areas and avoid landing on the active runway.
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Parachutists must immediately remove their gear from the field after landing.
DRONES
All unmanned aerial systems must receive permission from MoTown Airport management or safety officers before any operations. 602-692-7995, 122.900.
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All UAS pilots must have an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate.
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UAS pilots must follow FAA regulations Part 107.