Safety Comes First
"Safety Comes First" by Dave Gee emphasizes the importance of prioritizing safety in model aviation, highlighting best practices and protocols.
Safety Comes First
In "Betting on a Propeller Strike? I Fold!", Dave Gee shares a cautionary tale about a preventable injury during an F5J electric sailplane event. After mistakenly reaching over a folded propeller, he suffered a deep cut when the motor unexpectedly started. Despite the injury, he completed his flight, highlighting the importance of methodical preflight procedures and safety in aeromodeling. The column also discusses fire extinguisher maintenance, online community safety against scams, and the need for thorough inspections of secondhand models. Lastly, it features a mystery airplane from Blackbird Air Park and invites readers to guess its identity for a chance to receive model plans.
Safety Comes First
In "Gravity Wins Again," Dave Gee highlights the importance of safety in modeling through various incidents. He recounts Mike Costello's serious injury from a parking bumper, emphasizing vigilance even outside flying activities. The article advises labeling equipment to prevent loss and stresses thorough preflight inspections, especially after storage. It also discusses the enjoyment of trying different model types and the benefits of wellness in the hobby. Lastly, it features a mystery airplane and introduces the "Bomber Boy" model, encouraging readers to engage with the content for a chance to win plans.
Safety Comes First
In "The Magic Sword of Modeling and Other Tales," Dave Gee shares insights on using an ultrasonic cutter for difficult balsa wood, highlights safety measures at the San Fernando Valley Flyers’ RC field, discusses the importance of preflight checklists, and recounts a mystery involving electrical issues in model aircraft. He also features a historical photograph from WWII and the challenges of building a unique model of the Nemeth Parasol airplane.
Safety Comes First
Careful inspections can prevent accidents in model aviation. Dave Gee shares close calls involving test stands, puffed LiPo batteries, and secondhand models, urging thorough checks and safety measures.
