Operations / Safety - AREN Project
Operations / Safety
Kite Flying Checklist
- Use the Kite Flying Checklist to safely prepare for a kite flying mission. This checklist is provided by TerraKite/MightyKite.
AEROKAT Mission Flight Team Suggested Job Descriptions
Kite Safety -- Whether you are flying alone or in a busy park, it is good to remember the 3 C's of kite safety: Caution. Courtesy, and Common Sense.
Safety Notes:
- Never fly a kite with bare hands.
- Always wear gloves.
- String contact with skin can cause serious cuts.
- Always wear leather gloves when flying these kites.
- Before flying an Aeropod, flyers should have a minimum of 3 test flights.
- Never fly your kite near power line
- If your kite gets caught in a power line, don't touch the line or the kite. Call OPPD and make sure nobody gets near the area until help arrives.
- Never fly your kite in stormy weather. A kite can make you a very tall lightning rod.
- Never use metallic flying line
- Be mindful of others. Be especially aware of other people, coolers, chairs, and fences.
- Don't fly your kite near or over other people. Some fighting kites can reach speeds of 80 mph, so if they hit someone, a serious injury could result.
- Don't fly your kite near trees, roads or vehicles.
- Don't overpower yourself with a kite too big for the wind conditions.
