RE: UAV, FPV Club protocols?
In Canada MAAC rules are quite simple. Pilot in control must have visual at all times as per normal. FPV pilot on buddy box. On top of that MAAC safety rules and club rules to be followed. So the only addition for FPV would be the pilot in control. Like any other member there should be controls within the club structure to deal with those who do not follow the rules. Every club should have this in their bylaws so there is a uniform and fair way to address members who act out without respect for others.
A very small club I am aware of had 4 or 5 heli flyers join. All were good friends and one thought the rules were for others. After several altercations his membership application was not accepted the following year. This was through a majority vote of the club. The other heli flyers were so enraged they also flew without regard for others often bringing the banned pilot and allowing him to fly their chopper. The plank flyers being in the majority held a special meeting and consequently banned all helis from the field. The heli pilots of course objected stating they had paid a years dues but had failed to read the club application that clearly stated the consequences for continual irresponsible behavior. They asked for the dues to be returned and were also told no. Yes a few can ruin it for others. I know quite a few heli pilots and I cannot think of one that would act this irresponsible. It does happen and unfortunately it paints everyone with the same brush. Sad.
Dennis